🧵 on making school a compelling place to be: I rarely speak about the fact that I was a school refuser. I found it difficult to attend for many reasons, that, given the opportunity, I opted out of doing so.

A very special two days Confederation of School Trusts conference ‘24. Congratulations and thank you Leora Cruddas CBE, Steve Rollett and the CST team. So proud to be part of the school trust movement working collaboratively to create opportunity for all children

Where students “achieve their dreams” 🌟 We are delighted to announce that we have achieved Outstanding in all judgement areas in our recent Ofsted inspection 👏 Find out more:👇loom.ly/wrEwZYQ

I could not be prouder. Windsor High School and Sixth Form is Ofsted ‘outstanding’ in all five areas. Opening line: “Pupils work hard, aspire highly and contribute to the thriving life of this unique school”. Well done team 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

Teachers- check out today’s Evidence Snack on pedagogical fit by Peps. It’s a corker!

Day 1 NPQH today, Have learnt so much!!! So thankful to the whole team Windsor Academy Trust for the CPD opportunities they are offering me, to support my journey to Headship. Dawn Haywood NIoT @ Harris Initial Teacher Education

This is an important analysis of alignment in a school or trust. Too much of the discourse on this topic positions it as simply a matter of arbitrary control - no more than some sort of expression of power. This video reveals there may well be much more to it. 1/2

What an incredible day at the WAT Family collaborative INSET! 🌟 So much learning, sharing, and inspiration as we work together to unlock potential. Blog coming tomorrow—stay tuned! 💡✨ #Collaboration #WATFamily

Another day of inspirational Windsor Academy Trust CPD delivered by none other than Mr Denarius Frazier Teach Like a Champion himself exploring how we can continue to develop a culture of belonging across our family and ensure that all students feel seen, heard and valued.

Awesome day !!! Have learnt so much !!! Great opportunity to network with colleagues across the trust and learn from each other as well as our special guest, the GREAT Denarius Frazier. Windsor Academy Trust Dawn Haywood

🎄✨ From our family to yours, enjoy this heartwarming performance of "Silent Night," produced by our very own Mr Cotterill and performed by the talented students of the Windsor Academy Trust family. Shared at our collaborative inset day yesterday 🎶❤️ youtu.be/6Uvy1XXRuFI

A wonderful colleague gifted me some jazz CDs and recommended a chilled listen with a glass of red. Good advice. Happy Christmas all.

A fantastic opportunity to transform a school that recently joined Windsor Academy Trust surrounded by brilliant colleagues across the family.

Some news: Alongside my (amazing) co-authors Erica Woolway & Colleen Driggs I've just finished a new book, "The TLAC Guide to the Science of Reading." Here's a bit more about it:

🎉 A proud moment for the #WATFamily! Our Deputy Director of Education, Sonya Lanckham, contributed to the researchED Belfast compendium with her insights on enhancing student engagement. Explore her work in this incredible resource: loom.ly/wlHpEGQ #EducationLeadership

As Spring Term 1 ends, we celebrate our students' academic and personal gains! From excelling in subjects to personal growth, it's been a term of hard work and fun. We're so proud of everyone and excited for the next term 🎉📚✨ #AcademicPotential #PersonalPotential

👏 Huge congratulations to Greenways Primary Academy on their fantastic Ofsted report! A testament to their dedication & our #WATFamily values. loom.ly/RBMhRdA #EducationExcellence

📢 Attention Year 11! Online Maths Masterclasses happening every Thursday from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM. These sessions are a fantastic opportunity to boost your skills and prepare for success. Make sure to join us and take full advantage of this valuable resource #RaiseTheBar25

Happy World Autism Day! I'm incredibly proud to be the mum of an amazing child with autism! Let's celebrate neurodiversity, embrace unique strengths, and work towards a world where children and adults can flourish. 💙 #WorldAutismDay #AutismAwareness #ProudAutismMomT

👏 Huge congratulations to Colley Lane Primary Academy on their fantastic Ofsted report! A testament to their dedication & our #WATFamily values. loom.ly/DXaP8NM #Ofsted #EducationExcellence