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Literacy support software helping children become confident writers with Clicker and DocsPlus tools

AI marking + feedback platform that saves teachers up to 8 hours a week and supports pupil progress.

Digital tools for literacy, inclusion and accessibility—supporting every learner in class and exams.

Wall-mounted anaphylaxis kit with adrenaline pens, auto-replacement portal, and CPD-accredited staff training.

AI platform that maps school evidence to Ofsted criteria in minutes. Built by former leaders and inspectors.

Evidence-based online reading and language interventions for pupils aged 3–14, improving reading, spelling, comprehension, and speech.

Comprehensive IT support and tailored EdTech services for schools, trusts, and academies.

FlashAcademy® is an award-winning EAL learning app and assessment platform.

Numeric grades set to board criteria; batch marking of handwritten scripts; rich formative feedback

Innovative software that revolutionises how schools ensure the wellbeing of pupils and staff.

Empower teachers, students and staff to collaborate and communicate visually with Canva for Education, 100% free for primary and secondary schools.

Streamlined incident management tools that speed up response times, support staff & ensure compliance.

Giving teachers confidence. We provide quality AfL tools that teachers can trust to know and understand their pupils.

Join Happier Healthier You to achieve health goals with expert guidance and community support.

A powerful, customisable solution to your HR and Finance needs.

Complete trust in your data. Know exactly what you need to teach. Maximise impact in the classroom.

The NCE delivers fully funded professional development to schools in England. We're a 'Good' Provider.

2Simple’s award-winning product suite spans Primary and Secondary education.

We've developed GDPR-compliant online moderation tools that improve the accuracy of your writing assessments.

Empowering education with cutting-edge EdTech tools and tailored solutions.

1:1 Coaching - Supporting Headteachers, School Leaders, MAT CEOs, SLTs and Multi-Academy Trusts.

We help primary schools to transform lives through curricula. Our Maestro platform and the Cornerstones Curriculum are used in over 1500 schools across the UK.

BoomWriter is a digital writing platform that enables an authentic writing audience for your student's work.

Award-winning PSHE resources, used in 47+ UK counties, support life skills, SMSC, safeguarding & more!

Cambridge CEM – the data and assessment specialists from Cambridge – empower teachers and school leaders with more knowledge and insight than ever before. 

Cloud-based and easy to use, it provides classroom management, safeguarding and IT management tools.

EAL is too broad a label. Better proficiency data across reading, writing, listening and speaking helps leaders target support, evidence progress and improve provision.

Find out how to enter your school into the BBC's 500 Words Competition.

The BBC 500 Words Competition- How to get the most out of the competition for your school.

A useful summary of what you need to know as a school leader

A brief summary

What Every School Leader Needs to Know About SEND and Inclusive Practice

Navigating Staff Wellbeing: Addressing Entitlement and Building a Culture of Mutual Respect in Schools

A summary of OFSTED's 'Strong Foundations in the First Years of School'

What are the biggest challenges facing schools at the moment, and what should we do about them?

The New Headteacher's Unexpected Calm - A Blessing or a Curse?

Effective Teacher Recruitment & Retention Strategies | Key Insights for School Leaders

A summary of all the changes in the latest School Inspection Handbook, published by Ofsted 16/09/24

Ofsted's Big Listen Response marks a turning point with sweeping reforms prioritising support for disadvantaged children, transparency, a less punitive approach, and a move beyond single-word grades. These changes aim to create a more inclusive and supportive inspection regime, ensuring every child's potential is nurtured.

New DfE guidance on teacher pay for 2024: Learn about changes to performance-related pay, UPR applications, and headteacher salaries. Get tips on creating fair and transparent pay policies for your school.

New DfE guidance on teacher capability procedures: key actions for school leaders to understand and implement the updated framework for addressing teacher underperformance.

This blog post explores the new 2024 UK teacher appraisal guidance, highlighting its focus on a supportive and developmental approach to professional growth. It discusses the key changes, implications for teachers and school leaders, and the positive impact on the education landscape.

Starting a new headship? Get practical advice from experienced headteachers on HeadteacherChat for a smooth transition and successful start to the school year. Prioritise rest, plan strategically, connect with your team, and lead with confidence.

If you've ever joined us on Twitter and our Facebook Group on a Saturday morning, you might have encountered the vibrant community of #SaturdayEduChat.

HeadteacherChat, a community of 60,000 educators, shares key priorities for education with Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, emphasising school funding, Ofsted reform, SEND support, teacher retention, and future-ready curricula.

A Head's Checklist for New Headteachers

This blog post delves into the debate among headteachers about whether to share a personal email address with parents. It explores the pros and cons of both direct access and using a generic office@ address, offering tips and strategies for managing parent communication while protecting your wellbeing. Further Resources For more guidance on effective communication strategies and leadership in schools, check out the following resources: MasterClasses on Leadership & Change Management – View here​ . https://community.headteacherchat.com/c/masterclasses-library/ Safeguarding & Staff Wellbeing Resources – Explore resources​ . https://community.headteacherchat.com/c/resources-978c99/ DfE & Ofsted Communication Guidelines – Read official updates​ . https://community.headteacherchat.com/c/dfe-updates/ Time Management for School Leaders – Access practical tips​ . https://community.headteacherchat.com/c/dfe-updates/ Let's Chat! What's your experience with sharing your email address? Do you have any tips or strategies to share? Join the conversation on HeadteacherChat!

Your values are your core beliefs and principles that guide your school’s actions and decisions.

This blog post analyses the recent Ofsted announcement regarding the end of subject deep dives in ungraded inspections. It explores the reasons behind the change and what this means for school leaders in the UK.

This blog provides a comprehensive checklist for Security Leads in educational settings. Learn how to create a security culture, develop preparedness plans, and evaluate your school's safety protocols.

To anyone out there who is feeling low, don’t give up, it WILL happen.’

Questions to ask when you are struggling with negative behaviours in school

We all need a gentle reminder to look for the positives in the situation after a long and tiring day.

Discover positive goal setting to achieve your school vision. Learn the SMART framework for success.

Learn how journaling and planning can transform your stress levels as a school leader.

Advice from our community to guide and inspire you for your next interview.

A summary of OFSTED's School Inspection Handbook (updated January 2024)

Navigating the Prevent Duty: A Summary for Schools in England and Wales

Recruiting a Headteacher: A Comprehensive Guide

A comprehensive guide to preparing for Headteacher performance management meetings.

A summary of the OFSTED blog by Lee Owston 'How we inspect safeguarding in schools'

Getting your improvement plan right is key to your success as a school. This blog outlines some top tips on how to do this.

Prioritising Well-being as a School Leader: A Message to Those Who Lead

A Guide for Headteachers and School Leaders about BBC 500 words

A quick guide to keep you on track and organised.

The Distinction Between Toxic and Healthy Work Cultures: A Deep Dive into Time Off

Another great list of interview questions - this time for an Assistant headteacher role.

Changes to OFSTED

We asked our community what they feel needs to change and what suggestions they had.

Leading Change in Schools: Implementing the Maurier Model for Success

Streamline your interview process with our ready-to-use list of questions for potential school staff.

Why we created a planner and how something that is so simple can be so helpful to many.

A useful list of our favourite quotes for you to use.

Coaching is a great tool to use at performance reviews, and here are some handy questions for you.

Another great list of interview questions - this time for a SENCO role.

Wellbeing podcasts to listen too.

Some handy tips to increase your resilience whilst looking after your wellbeing.

A useful list of interview questions for a safeguarding role.

A great list of interview questions for a headteacher or school leader role.

A great collection of resources to help you look after yours and others wellbeing.

Some useful reminders on how to look after your wellbeing.

We don’t always need to add more jobs to our to-do list. It’s ok not to do so every now and then.

We share top tips for creating a meaningful and actionable evaluation form.

A handy list of suggestions for you to include in your end of year reports.

The BBCs 500 Words Competition, why it's important for schools to take part.

Learn how Perspective by Angel Solutions streamlines school improvement processes.

We discuss our Essential Reads for School Leaders - Top Five Books to Transform Your Leadership