Breakfast clubs are increasingly being seen as part of core provision, not an added extra.
That matters for inclusion, access and helping children start the day well. A small shift in language can signal a much bigger shift in practice.
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School food is back in focus.
This isn’t only about catering. It’s part of a wider conversation around attendance, wellbeing and how schools support children to thrive. Worth keeping on your radar.
headteacher-chat.link/school-food
Need a quick education update without the noise?
This week’s 5-minute DfE and Ofsted briefing brings together the headlines busy leaders need, clearly and simply, so you can stay informed without losing time.
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School leadership is easier when we don’t do it alone.
Our community is a space for practical ideas, real conversations and support that understands the realities of school life. If you’re looking for thoughtful, useful connection with fellow leaders, come and join us.
'Many individuals are doing what they can. But real success can only come if there is a change in our societies and in our economics and in our politics.' David Attenborough
Early evening tipple!
- What genuinely lifted morale (beyond slogans and initiatives)?
- What helped you reset the culture and make the place feel like a better, kinder place to work?
There’s a growing sense of pessimism across the wider community, and I’m determined to change the story.
We’ve begun with the obvious essentials — putting staff wellbeing first, tightening up the curriculum, and making feedback expectations clearer — yet the ripple effect hasn’t been significant enough so far.
I’d really value insight from anyone who’s steered a school through this kind of moment:
Anon post:
I’ve just stepped into headship and I’m keen to move the school forward — but we’re up against some big headwinds: an overdue Ofsted, a fragile starting point, and staff morale that’s on the floor.
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I’m in the middle of applying for my first leadership post, and a major requirement in the person spec is demonstrating a confident grasp of today’s education landscape—along with the pressures it brings and the possibilities it opens up.
Prompting for inclusion is different.
Inclusion isn’t a bolt-on, and our AI prompts shouldn’t treat it like one. This post looks at how to surface who something works for, what adaptations matter, and how you know it’s making a difference.
Read here:
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On Leadership and Balance:
Leadership doesn’t stop at the school gates.
Our latest article reflects on the balance between school leadership and personal life – from the office to the kitchen table.
A must-read: headteacherchat.com/blogs/balan...
#SchoolLeadership #Wellbeing
The challenges of balancing school budgets and leadership pressures headteacher-chat.link/right-budget
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📍 Birmingham
📅 Tuesday 21 April
A practical day for school leaders who want:
• clarity
• realistic strategies
• time to think
👉 www.trybooking.com/uk/FSNB
If you’re coming, we’d love to see you there.
On Leadership and Balance:
Leadership doesn’t stop at the school gates.
Our latest article reflects on the balance between school leadership and personal life – from the office to the kitchen table.
A must-read: headteacherchat.com/blogs/balan...
#SchoolLeadership #Wellbeing
“If everything is important, then nothing is.” ― Patrick M. Lencioni
Pre-order: [headteacherchat.com/planners](headteacherchat.com/planners)
Assistant Headteachers: Conquer the 2025-26 school year with THE planner designed for you!
- Stay super organised: Customisable sections for your key focus areas
- Boost productivity: Weekly views with appointments, to-dos, and space for reflection
Only 2 spaces remaining.
📍 Birmingham
📅 Tuesday 21 April
A practical day for school leaders who want:
• clarity
• realistic strategies
• time to think
👉 www.trybooking.com/uk/FSNB
If you’re coming, we’d love to see you there.
Introducing the SENCO Forest Planner – 2025-26 Edition!
Created by a SENCO, for SENCOs – this beautifully designed planner helps you stay organised, reduce overwhelm, and focus on what really matters.
Dedicated sections for:
• SEND provision tracking
• Key documents
• Notes & planning
Teacher Absence Reporting: Simple Sickness Process to Prevent Cover Issues | HeadteacherChat headteacher-chat.link/sickness-rep
Discover the most common sentence in Ofsted next steps recommendations and learn why it matters for school improvement. Essential insights for headteachers and education leaders. headteacher-chat.link/ofsted-steps
As KS2 SATs approach, one thing matters more than anything else:
Tone.
Calm. Low-pressure. Reassuring.
A useful reminder for leaders and parents alike 👇
👉 headteacher-chat.link/ks2-sats-26
What messaging are you sharing with your community?
Expert guidance for school leaders on handling complaints effectively. Join the HeadTeacherChat community to access proven strategies, templates, and best practices for managing parent and stakeholder complaints professionally.
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The SENCO Meadow Planner is here! Get yours for the 2026-27 school year.
Designed by a SENCO, for SENCOs - streamline your workload and focus on what matters. Dedicated sections for SEND provision, key documents, and notes.
headteacher-chat.link/senco-26-27
Teaching in the 1990s: A Look Back at an Era of Creativity, Change, and Camaraderie
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