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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

My lad is making his debut in the London Marathon on Sunday.🏅 Very proud. If you have a spare bob or two to donate to Doctors of the World (his chosen charity) then that would be lovely. 🚑 Thank you. 🙏🏼 2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/joe-morri...

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Doctors of the World I am excited to announce that I will be running the 2026 London Marathon, racing and raising awareness for the amazing charity Doctors of the World. Doctors of the World is an int

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Headrest @headrestuk.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

It was great getting the @headrestuk.bsky.social team together for a catch-up today. Lots to discuss, but 5 key themes emerged based on calls received: 1. Ofsted 2. MAT toxicity 3. Finance 4. Parental complaints (AI) 5. Small schools Look out for some blogs to follow on these. Headrestuk.co.uk

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Headrest

A free wellbeing telephone support service for headteachers.

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Headrest @headrestuk.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

📣 Out now! Our 2026 Headteacher Wellbeing Report. Download it from our website. Please share widely. 🙏🏼 t.co/9vAqtyW4Fr

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Our 5th @headrestuk.bsky.social annual headteacher wellbeing report is out next week. We make 8 recommendations. Catch a @tesmagazine.bsky.social exclusive right here ⤵️ #HeadteachersUK

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

It’s been a while since I’ve updated this so let me know if you want to be added. #HeadteachersUK

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Headrest @headrestuk.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Look out for our 5th Annual Headteacher Wellbeing Report coming soon. We make 8 recommendations based on the calls we received anonymously throughout 2025. You won’t want to miss it. ⤵️

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Headrest @headrestuk.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

We continue to receive calls in regard to the new inspection framework. Call us in confidence if you need support and a friendly ear. It’s completely free.

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Sad news. This gent was a legend. When I was a HT in London we invited him to run a marathon in 100m shuttle runs with the children in the playground. Between them they ran the full marathon length with him. It took all day. He ran to the school and then ran home afterwards (Ilford). He was 94. 🙏🏼

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British runner - believed to be world's oldest marathon finisher - killed in road accident

Fauja Singh was hit by a car and suffered fatal injuries while trying to cross a road in his birth village of Beas Pind in India - and first ran the London Marathon at the age of 89.

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Out with friends in Liverpool last night. ❤️

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Gorgeous down at the beach today. Blackpool shimmering in the distance. 🌞

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Back home following a lovely few days in the lakes. Ullswater was beautiful. Wainwright was spot on. It hosts the finest walk in Lakeland.

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Lovely few days in the North York Moors with all the family. Whitby and Robin Hood’s Bay the jewels.

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Liam Thorp @liamthorp.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

There is one message for the government on this anniversary of the Hillsborough Disaster No watering down, no ifs or buts, no more delays. It is time to deliver a Hillsborough Law in full in the name of 97 football fans who were unlawfully killed

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Auschwitz Memorial @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

9 April 1968 | Zofia Kossak-Szczucka passed away. A writer, co-founder of Żegota Council; Arrested on 27 Sep 1943 and imprisoned in #Auschwitz 9 days later (64491). In May 1944 she was transferred to Warsaw & sentenced to death. Released thanks to efforts of Polish underground.

A portrait photo of a woman in a hat that covers almost her entire forehead. She is wearing a dark blouse.

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Headrest @headrestuk.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

We have written to the appointments commission jointly with @headsroundtable.bsky.social opposing the peerage nomination of Amanda Spielman. We’ve also sent a copy to No 10. You can download our letter and send it to your MP and the commission as well.

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Statement opposing Amanda Spielman's peerage

Headrest and the Headteachers' Roundtable have written jointly to the Appointments Commission opposing the Conservative Party recommendation that former HMCI Amanda Spielman be awarded a peerage. We o...

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Headrest @headrestuk.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

We will be issuing a joint statement with @headsroundtable.bsky.social later this afternoon. We will also publish a letter for you to send to the House of Lords Appointment Committee and your local MP. It will be available to download on our website blog. www.headrestuk.co.uk/blog

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Welcome to the Headwell blog

Headrest is a free wellbeing telephone support service for headteachers and CEOs. As experienced ex-heads, we understand how challenging it is right now. We provide a sympathetic and confidential list...

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Anna Fazackerley @annafazack.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

“Obscene”. “A deliberate insult to every teacher in the country.” Fury as we reveal Tories have nominated Amanda Spielman, Ofsted’s chief when Ruth Perry killed herself after a bruising inspection, for a peerage. www.theguardian.com/education/20...

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‘An insult’: Amanda Spielman, Ofsted chief at time of Ruth Perry’s suicide, to be given a peerage

The nomination by Conservatives of the former chief inspector of schools has been met with outrage by the headteacher’s family, and called ‘obscene’ by school leaders

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

Annual Legends game at Anfield this afternoon. Crouch and Gerrard on the pitch, Dalglish and Rush on the bench. 😎

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Brian Bilston @brianbilston.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Happy World Poetry Day to all who celebrate. If you’re interested in writing poetry yourself, I hope this poem will be of some use.

Ten Rules for Aspiring Poets

1. Poetry does not have to rhyme.
Well, at least not all the time always.

2. Metaphors can lend a poem power
(but mixing them isn’t good).
Should they start to fly in all directions,
nip them in the bud.

3. Focus and concentration
are important skills to hone.
Close the door. Turn off the wi-fi.
Don’t get distracted by your ph

4. Avoid clichés like the plague.

5. Don’t write stuff that’s a bit vague.

6. The use of unnecessarily long words
may result in reader alienation.
Curb your sesquipedalianism
to obviate any obfuscation.

7. Always proof-read you’re work.
Accuracy can be it’s own reward!
And remember that the penis
mightier than the sword.

8. Check haiku closely
for lines which have too few
or too many syllables.

9. Never ever follow rules.

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

I’m re-reading 1984 and was reminded of Newspeak’s really helpful way of categorising things: *Plusungood *Ungood *Good *Plusgood *Doubleplusgood ‘Every concept that can ever be needed will be expressed by exactly one word.’ Not sure if it will ever catch on in education, but just a thought. 🙄

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

‘Christ, who’s this bloody tosser?’ This is a fascinating insight from his son into the oft-flawed genius of George Orwell.

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

"Being able to hold oneself (& others) to account is an essential characteristic of an ethical & self-aware leader. It’s at the heart of being able to self-regulate, which in itself is all about trust." @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social & the @headrestuk.bsky.social team: www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Belie...

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Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it : Morrish, Andrew: Amazon.co.uk: Books

Buy Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it by Morrish, Andrew (ISBN: 9781036004620) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Frank W Norris @frankwnorris.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Grateful to the TES for sharing our piece on ‘Why we fear Ofsted is not really listening’ and why we created the Alternative Big Consultation. The survey only takes 5 mins to complete. www.tes.com/magazine/ana...

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Why we fear Ofsted is not really listening

Two former HMIs explain why, despite Ofsted overlooking their Alternative Big Listen findings, they continue to push the inspectorate to hear other views – and want your help

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Dan Morrow @moremorrow.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

This is a hugely positive step forward and is so welcomed; a wise and inclusive approach to managing a significant brief that gives some much-needed clarity and purpose and our work. Please do take the time to read and share.

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

On accountability to parents: “Ofsted has inserted itself as central to accountability to parents – this is a huge overstatement of the case. Inspection reports are one source of information used by parents, & by no means most parents." @emmakn.bsky.social in www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Belie...

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Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it : Morrish, Andrew: Amazon.co.uk: Books

Buy Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it by Morrish, Andrew (ISBN: 9781036004620) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

The book offers some helpful case study examples of how intelligent, rigorous and robust peer review can complement and support low stakes inspection. Strong governance is key though, especially in a multi-school organisation.

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Adam Parkhomenko @adamparkhomenko.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

One of the best photos I have seen in response to “why don’t you wear a suit”

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

"If we want a school system where every school & trust take equal responsibility for our most vulnerable young people, then we need a system that holds all of us to account." And governors are key to this, suggests @jonnyuttley.bsky.social in www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Belie... @headrestuk.bsky.social

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Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it : Morrish, Andrew: Amazon.co.uk: Books

Buy Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it by Morrish, Andrew (ISBN: 9781036004620) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

"Moving from a culture of low trust & high accountability with a never-ending list of boxes to be ticked, to one of high trust & high autonomy within a clear framework (purpose), supported by effective professional development, improves wellbeing. This is just as true at.." @mrlev.bsky.social 1/2

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Times are hard. Trigger would be proud.

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

“During my 10 years as a head in an inner-city school…we didn’t need Ofsted to hold us to account because as a school we had a strong code of professional aspiration.” Paulette Osbourne in www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Belie... @headrestuk.bsky.social @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social

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Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it

Buy Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it by Morrish, Andrew (ISBN: 9781036004620) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

"The alarming trend of heads leaving their first headship within 5 years is indicative of systemic issues within the current accountability framework. The intense pressure & scrutiny can lead to burnout & disillusionment, driving talented leaders away from the profession" @calmleadership.bsky.social

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

So pleased that Patrick has contributed to this book as a serving headteacher. I so wish his calm leaderhip approach was there when I started out as a head (just like him in London). @calmleadership.bsky.social

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

"How can we create a new set of nuanced & intelligent accountability measures aligned with a long-term plan & clear vision for education across the entire system? How can we increase challenge & support while at the same time reducing the pressure & high-stakes nature of accountability?" 1/2

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

"I will argue that inspection, which is necessary, if properly understood needs to be about validating judgements made by those being inspected to develop consistency & accuracy & to spread expertise." @malcolmg.bsky.social in www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Belie... ed @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social

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Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it

Buy Beyond Belief: Why school accountability is broken and how to fix it by Morrish, Andrew (ISBN: 9781036004620) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Andrew Morrish @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

On padded seat duty today helping out and hosting at non-league hospitality. ⚽️🥂

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

"One headteacher, whose school moved from RI to good in just over a year, said, 'In truth, not much has changed. We've got the same staff and the outcomes are similar. The big change was the lead inspector: the most recent one understood our school. The first one didn't.'" @julespg.bsky.social

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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

"By drawing on the collective & lived experience of those who find themselves right at the heart of the system - often at the receiving end of inspection - we aim to offer a real-time insight into what it looks & feels like to lead schools." @andrewdmorrish.bsky.social, 'Beyond Belief'.

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