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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · 4d

Fabulous day advocating for Integration today at @sdlp.bsky.social conference with @peterosborne.bsky.social representing the @iefni.bsky.social and @integratedalumni.bsky.social. Lots of powerful conversations and laughs were had.

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · 6d

🌎Geography- Hybrid Event🌎

GA LECTURE SERIES!

The first lecture in our AS/A2 Series is ‘Belfast: Insights on the Geography of the City's Ethnic Diversity’.

🗓️ Tuesday 7th October, 2025

⏰ 6pm

📍 Elmwood Building, QUB or online

www.eventbrite.com/cc/as-a2-geo...

AS & A2 Geography Talks - 2025/26

The Belfast Branch of the Geographical Association has organised a series of talks for school pupils and their teachers to support the delivery of CCEA's AS and A2 specification. These talks take pla...

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · 7d

When you are reading the latest Geography Association magazine and spot @alisonpeacock.bsky.social!

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · 26d

Looking forward to discussing the impact that @collegeofteaching.bsky.social has had on my career with Elaine Scott and @lauramcaleer.bsky.social next weekend at @womenednireland.bsky.social unConference in @ulsteruni.bsky.social. The keynote from @alisonpeacock.bsky.social will be inspiring ✨💜

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · 26d

Tickets still available. Free tickets for learning support colleagues

WomenEd Northern Ireland 6th Birthday Unconference

Come celebrate 6 years of WomenEd Northern Ireland at our upcoming unconference, where we empower and support women in education!

www.eventbrite.co.uk

Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · 26d

Looking forward to @womenednw.bsky.social unConference next weekend. Super proud to be proud of the network lead team who have worked hard to create a programme for educationalists from all sectors, phases in Northern Ireland.

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · 26d

I love fieldwork days!

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Integrated AlumNI @integratedalumni.bsky.social · Sep 7

Integrated AlumNI would like to thank Fleur Anderson MP for the support given to integrated education during her time as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland. We wish Fleur Anderson every success in her next role.

Fleur Anderson MP @fleuranderson.bsky.social · Sep 7

It has been an honour to serve in this government.

I will continue to champion the people of Putney, Southfields, Roehampton and Wandsworth Town and the issues that matter most to us.

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Sep 7

Integrated Education and EVAWG "Are vital steps towards a more equitable future for everyone"

Thank you @fleuranderson.bsky.social for your support. Wishing you well. 👏✨

Fleur Anderson MP @fleuranderson.bsky.social · Sep 7

It has been an honour to serve in this government.

I will continue to champion the people of Putney, Southfields, Roehampton and Wandsworth Town and the issues that matter most to us.

Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Sep 5

The feeling you get when you have influenced government policy. CCT study is now being funded in NI 💜✨
@hilljackie10.bsky.social, @collegeofteaching.bsky.social, @alisonpeacock.bsky.social

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Integrated Education Fund @iefni.bsky.social · Sep 2

High Court Rules Department of Education in breach of the Integrated Education Act (2022)
The initial Department of Education strategy for Integrated Education has been declared unlawful in the High Court.
Read more here:
www.ief.org.uk/2025/09/02/d...

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Integrated Education Fund @iefni.bsky.social · Sep 4

The Integrated Education Fund (IEF) notes the Minister for Education’s Position Paper on ‘reasonable numbers’ of Protestant and Catholic children in Integrated schools and the general principle contained within.
Read statement in full on our website here:
www.ief.org.uk/2025/09/04/i...

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Sep 2

'Department of Education of Northern Ireland has been found to be in breach of the Integrated Education Act (2022)'.

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Integrated Education Fund @iefni.bsky.social · Sep 2

High Court Rules Department of Education in breach of the Integrated Education Act (2022)
The initial Department of Education strategy for Integrated Education has been declared unlawful in the High Court.
Read more here:
www.ief.org.uk/2025/09/02/d...

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 24

A past pupil who left 7 years ago, a member of staff from 20 years ago (even before my days!) and me just happened to pass each other at the same moment. We spent ages sharing memories of our shared place and caught up with recent updates. Ulidia Integrated college is our shared connection. ✨

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 24

Flying the flag today with @iefni.bsky.social at the Belfast Mela 🌍✨

Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 23

Flying the flag for #IntegratedEducation today in #Whiteabbey with @iefni.bsky.social

Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 15

Sunset on Strangford Lough at Whiterock this evening with @cmogeography.bsky.social

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 15

Belfast was looking good last night from the Grand Central while catching up with @cmogeography.bsky.social

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 7

That was a lovely day celebrating the end of the DLC paperwork mountain.

Met some fabulous educationalists from across Northern Ireland.

The best part of the day was that NICIE were there to enjoy the day with.

@dukeofedwards.bsky.social #DofE ##Bettertogether #IntegratedEducation

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 7

✨️31% of parents would prefer their child attended an Integrated school in Northern Ireland, yet only 8% of school places are currently in Integrated schools✨️

THIS IS JUST NOT GOOD ENOUGH

#IntegratedEducation #Bettertogether

ni4kids.com/surveys-reve...

Surveys Reveal Clear Unmet Demand for Integrated Education - ni4kids

The measurement of demand for Integrated Education is now a legal requirement of the Integrated Education Act (2022).

ni4kids.com

Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 6

Im looking forward to writing this year about my work and developing the system further.

www.instagram.com/reel/DNAz0vp...

Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 6

It took me a year to put together our bespoke system, which was launched in August 2024.
One year in, and I am delighted with how it's going, but more importantly, the student feedback is positive.

www.instagram.com/reel/DNAz0vp...

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Aug 2

Had a fun day flying the flag at East Belfast Festival today. Lots of positive conversations and community engagement with @iefni.bsky.social ✨️

Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Jul 30

This is why @collegeofteaching.bsky.social is so important. Thank you @alisonpeacock.bsky.social for advocating for us all. 👏✨️

Alison Peacock @alisonpeacock.bsky.social · Jul 29

Pleased to have the opportunity to advocate for teachers, support staff & leaders @collegeofteaching.bsky.social

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Sandra Patterson @sandyzpatterson.bsky.social · Jul 27

Last time we were there, this time we are here ⚽️