Whilst I reflect on the way we engage with each other, Mark Finnis writes in his book about conversations being nothing more than a series of small chats. I always seek daily chats with children, staff and parents to increase understanding – they are sometimes a challenge for some. That may be a question the … Continue reading
Whenever I show prospective parents and their children around school, I am always keen to find out what makes the child tick. In Mark’s book he talks about that sense of belonging and a quote from Peter Block which goes like this… It gives me great delight when our children and parents feel a real … Continue reading
I stumbled across this reflection which failed to post. Where it was me holding back on the publish button or a connection issue, Im not sure. What I wrote back in June 2022, is still true… When all is said and done, it’s all about the people. In June we would have been getting to … Continue reading
All set up for a few days in Delamere, camping with Kate and Dan. Will be a little different this time because Dan has a broken arm so the originally planned cycling, wakeboarding and other stuff is on hold. Nevertheless, we’re away and enjoying glorious weather and family time. It’s been quite a year with … Continue reading
Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often? Springing into the building with a smile bigger than the Amazon and deserving of a medal bigger than a dustbin lid, a wonderful colleague nearly always replied to the question “How are you?”, with “I’m alright – it’s the others!” Never … Continue reading
It’s been a really good week to be honest with new relationships starting in the workplace and with optimism, positivity and clarity, moving forwards. Sometimes we get lost in, and even sidetracked, moving from one place to another, or one challenge to another. I often say to people, take a step back, regulate yourself and … Continue reading
Working with a range of people in a range of places; it’s such an interesting, valuable position that should be appreciated and savoured. What some people see, others do not, and what some people strive for, others have absolutely no concept of. Also, some people are ready to write people off; just saying the same … Continue reading
It’s been a fantastic week with the women’s lionesses winning the European Championships and the conversations about levelling up. Add to that, giving children the opportunity to play football at schools is on just about every radio station and media outlet. Having been in teaching now for 25 years I’ve seen those opportunities given to … Continue reading
When people say it is meant to be, there is a faith that what happens next will be something bigger and better. People’s actions result in changes that affect the next step in life and if you’ve been a good person, you’ll reap the rewards. Call it karma, call it consequences, but it is what … Continue reading
It’s the start of the summer break and time now for many to take time to relax, recuperate and live. It is strange how people get so engrossed in their work and do their best for the people that they serve but it is somewhat worrying that that dedication, in certain roles, has a negative … Continue reading
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