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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · 4d

A delight to present at the Midlands Education Leaders event this morning with a focus on reducing inequality. I shared three priorities on school improvement: behaviour, wellbeing and Teaching and Learning. Thank you to @stepupnetwork.bsky.social & team for inviting me to speak.

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Step Up Network @stepupnetwork.bsky.social · 4d

We’re here ready at the Midlands Education Leaders event focussing on Improving Education, Reducing Inequality Event.

See you soon!

#MidlandsEducators

@miriamhussain.bsky.social
@staffordshirers.bsky.social
@chrispassey.bsky.social

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Oct 20

Can’t quite believe that our book is number one currently as a Hot New Release on Amazon. @hugheshaili.bsky.social @spryke2.bsky.social @teachals.bsky.social. I have never been more proud. 💙🥳📚

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Sep 6

A privilege to present at researchED this morning. A huge thank you to all the teachers who attended. A packed room on a Saturday morning! An superb day for professional development. If you would like to know more about my presentation or get in touch my website is: www.miriamhussain.education

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Sep 4

Looking forward to speaking at researchED National Conference this weekend at Parliament Hill School. My presentation will be on driving school improvement. I am presenting session one in room M30! More information on my website: www.miriamhussain.education/events

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 27

Delighted to share my latest blog: www.miriamhussain.education/writing/head...
It explores the lessons, challenges, and rewards of one of the most pivotal roles in any school. Hope you enjoy reading it!

Leading a year group — Miriam Hussain

Building a school culture through a pastoral lens.

www.miriamhussain.education

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Vivienne Porritt OBE FCCT FRSA @vivienneporritt.bsky.social · Aug 19

Thanks very much, @miriamhussain.bsky.social 💜💜

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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 14

This year's #ALevel results have been released this morning, showing:

🔹 A slightly wider regional divide in students getting top grades
🔹 A small growth in overall top grades and pass rates

You can find our full breakdown of the results and all the latest reaction here ⬇️

A-level results 2025: regional divide grows

Both the proportion of top grades awarded and the pass rate have seen a slight growth in England in 2025

www.tes.com

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 17

A superb read by @funkypedagogy.bsky.social on ‘How to teach English Literature’. An excellent reminder on the importance of literary scholarship, symbolism and subject knowledge especially for our students.

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MrsB @groovybrewster.bsky.social · Aug 16

Thank you; this is great!

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 17

Pleased it’s useful.

Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 17

Really enjoyed reading through the latest #WomenEd blogs. Honest, insightful reflections on leadership and education. Worth a read:

#WomenEd Blogs

All the #WomenEd blogs with 12 categories including: Gender Pay Gap, Flexibility, Representation, Diversity, Leadership, Women's Health, Imposter Syndrome, Gender Stereotypes, Gender Bias, 10%…

womened.com

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 16

Spending my Saturday planning Year 11 lessons for the Autumn term and in the spirit of preparation, I’m sharing a blog I wrote on A Christmas Carol. Hope it's helpful.

A Dickensian Warning for the Victorian era. — Miriam Hussain

The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. Following the journey through Scrooge’s encounters with the Ghosts of Christmas Past and Present, Dickens masterfully introduces the Ghost of Christmas Yet to…

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Sam Gibbs @samgibbs.bsky.social · Aug 15

Reads for CPD leads, as recommended by myself and @missgoodyear.bsky.social and including @greeborunner.bsky.social @keziah70.bsky.social and other brilliant writers: www.tes.com/magazine/tea...

7 books to boost teacher CPD

When done well, CPD is the engine of school transformation, write Sam Gibbs and Tracy Goodyear, who share recommended reading to help lead in this area

www.tes.com

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 15

Great to be a featured blog post on the Litdrive website.

Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 13

Loved reading this blog from Jennifer Webb. An excellent piece of work on a Writing curriculum.

A Writing Curriculum (Part 1) | Funky Pedagogy

Latest A Writing Curriculum (Part 1) blog post from funkypedagogy, serving up a fresh slice of news on all things education!

funkypedagogy.com

Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 12

Really been enjoying rereading 'Smashing Glass Ceilings' by Kate Jones. This article was fascinating www.womenshistory.org/articles/why....

Why are So Many Teachers Women?

The answer goes back to the opening of higher education to women.

www.womenshistory.org

Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 11

Thoroughly enjoyed rereading the following blog: joe-kirby.com/2015/06/06/h.... Lots of key reminders on improving workload within schools.

Hornets and Butterflies: How to reduce workload

When teachers were asked about workload, 44,000 responded. Teachers work 50-to-60 hour weeks, often starting at 7am, often leaving after 6pm, and often working weekends. Some 90% of teachers…

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 11

I have had quite a few teachers get in touch who are starting to think about their next step and wondering what to do when the ‘right role’ appears. I’ve written a short piece with three tips to help prepare and feel confident when it’s time to apply.

The next step — Miriam Hussain

Top three tips for applying for a new role.

www.miriamhussain.education

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 16

Thrilled to launch www.miriamhussain.education I have marked the occasion with my first blog on my website - an insight to my career & values in education. www.miriamhussain.education/writing/first I hope to document my writing & reflections as a leader & teacher. Excited for the journey ahead. 📝📚

Miriam Hussain

www.miriamhussain.education

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Jul 7

Proud to share a piece co-written with my brilliant friend & Headteacher, Dr Lizzy Ford has been published in @collegeofteaching.bsky.social latest issue of Impact on inclusive pedagogy. It is a privilege to contribute to a journal rooted in evidence-informed practice. t.co/6WN2tbFm8D

https://my.chartered.college/author/miriam-hussain/

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 4

Nearly one year ago, I launched miriamhussain.education It’s now home to my writing. To mark the milestone I’ve updated the site with new articles, publications, speaking events, & future book releases. A huge thank you for all the support during this time. 🤍

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 9

Lovely weekend with @samgibbs.bsky.social & @nikkisullivan.bsky.social in Leeds. 🤍

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 9

Wonderful time with you both ❤️🤍❤️🤍

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Miriam Hussain @miriamhussain.bsky.social · Aug 5

Congratulations to my wonderful friends @mrsball.bsky.social & @lambhearttea.bsky.social on their book ‘The Scaffolding Effect’. @innerdrive.bsky.social 🧠👏🏻

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