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Em Bell

@eltimbre.bsky.social
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Mum, wife, geek, hexagonphile MEI & NCETM FE Maths Own opinions & views ⭐Ad astra per aspera⭐ Immingham, NE Lincs, UK

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MEI @meimaths.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
🧮 “These students don’t always feel like they belong in a competitive environment, and don't belong in a space where they can enjoy maths. The FE Maths Challenge helps to change that.” 👉 Find out more: buff.ly/XdIac8g #FEMC
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Kathryn Clark @arithmaticks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
For anyone interested, I’m selling one of my Popsy maths print dresses on Vinted atm (along with a bunch of other stuff) ✖️➕➗♾️🧮 www.vinted.co.uk/items/962003...
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Popsy Maths Print Dress - Size 18 | Vinted
Popsy Maths Print Dress - Size 18 - Lovely self tie Popsy maths print dress Some light bobbling on neck due to lanyard but have de-bobbled Only selling as I don’t reach for it anymore!
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Ayliean @ayliean.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
I had sooo much fun talking as the @meimaths.bsky.social after dinner talk entertainment! Got to nerd out with 230 awesome teachers about Morse, Magic Squares, Knights Tours and my fave puzzle … the Tower of Hanoi 🤓💗 And thanks Casio for the open bar ;)
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Ayliean @ayliean.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Hehe well, I have near no work booked in for August or September - help! I’m good at entertaining maths talks… Commission me to: Create maths art for your office, Speak on your podcast, Compère your event, Walk your dog… I’m an expert in maths teaching and learning :) Feel free to share this 🤓💗
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Catriona Agg @catrionaagg.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Three regular hexagons. The smallest has area 6. What’s the pink area? #geometrypuzzle
Two corners of the large yellow hexagon, and one corner of each of the other two hexagons, lie on the circle. All the hexagons are regular.
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Peter Mattock FCCT CMgr FCMI @mrmattock.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
A wonderful afternoon delivering my sessions at the @barnsleycollege #Maths FE meet today. People seem genuinely enthused at the potential impact of a few carefully chosen models and representations to support learners to make sense of mathematical structure.
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NCETM @ncetm.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Check out the feature and apply by 25 June ⏰ www.ncetm.org.uk/features/find-out-in-five-the-further-education-mastery-specialist-programme/
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Find Out in Five – the Further Education Mastery Specialist Programme
Discover how this programme introduces mastery to FE classrooms, and brings together teachers of GCSE resit and Functional Skills Maths
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NCETM @ncetm.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
⏳ Your time is precious, so we can tell you all about becoming a #FurtherEducation Mastery Specialist in under five minutes. Our new feature explains why this is a CPD opportunity you won't want to miss.
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Ratio Problems? #Vexillology
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Association for Mathematics in Education @amiemathematics.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
🧠 How can FE mathematics support belonging, believing and becoming? Join Professor Jennie Golding and Julia Smith at AMiE’s Belonging: FE, Lifelong Learning, Post-16 Level 3 Education conference. Register: m-a.org.uk/webinar #FEMaths #GCSEresit
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Association for Mathematics in Education @amiemathematics.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
📣 What does belonging look like across post-16 mathematics education? Join AMiE online on Thursday 25 June 2026 for Belonging: FE, Lifelong Learning, Post-16 Level 3 Education. Free to AMiE members. More Info: m-a.org.uk/webinar #MathsEducation #FEMaths
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Eurovision spreadsheet time! I'm out all day tomorrow, so it's here early! No macros, can be used online... But it's better downloaded for the full impact! My categories this year: 👯‍♂️COSTUMES 🎤CHORUSES 💥CHAOS Hope you enjoy ✨ 1drv.ms/x/c/99fd9f80...
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NCETM @ncetm.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
How do we improve outcomes for the 80% of FE students who don’t achieve a grade 4 in their GCSE resit? The NCETM's @eltimbre.bsky.social explores the FE Commissioner’s new guidance, and why we need to move beyond quick fixes to improve outcomes for GCSE resit students 💡
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Moving beyond quick fixes in FE maths
Emma Bell explores new government guidance and what it reveals about effective practice in post-16 maths
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
🗄️A few puzzles from the "EMMAths" archives🗄️ #StarWarsDay #MayTheFourth
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Edge Foundation @edgeuk.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Still time to book your place on On the Shoulders of Giants - Learning from former skills institutions webinar, which takes place tomorrow. This event draws on the Edge Foundation’s Learning from the Past series of policy reviews to examine how major education and training reforms in England... 👇
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
🩹Beyond quick fixes in FE maths🩹 I’ve written a new blog for @ncetm.bsky.social about improving outcomes for post-16 GCSE & FSQ students. The challenges across FE are familiar. We see them every day… What’s shifting is how we respond. www.ncetm.org.uk/features/mov... #FEMaths #MathsHubs
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Moving beyond quick fixes in FE maths
Emma Bell explores new government guidance and what it reveals about effective practice in post-16 maths
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Yesterday’s @amiemathematics.bsky.social Members’ Day felt very special. Different parts of my mathematical world coming together in one place and a real sense that FE & Lifelong Learning now have a home and an amplified voice within something bigger. So excited for what comes next.
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Hannah R @missradders.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
You have until Wednesday to apply for one of my 2 vacancies. We are DELIGHTFUL.
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Association for Mathematics in Education @amiemathematics.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
📢 AMiE Members - Last chance to register to attend the AMiE Member Day this Saturday 11 April in London. Members - register now and join us for a jam-packed day of sessions and workshops.🧡 Find out more and register: amiememberday.org.uk/default.asp
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Association for Mathematics in Education @amiemathematics.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
1 week to go! AMiE members - you still have time to register to attend our Member Day next Saturday 11 April. A full day professional development day in London. Network, share your ideas and shape the future of AMiE. Register here: amiememberday.org.uk/default.asp AMiE members only.
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
It’s a new financial year, and our fully funded, evidence-informed CPD programme for FE maths continues. Supporting teachers, teams & leaders in eligible settings so more students can make progress. Authentic, collaborative & focused. mei.org.uk/what-we-do/p... @meimaths.bsky.social #FEMaths #Proud
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
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Tom Button @tombutton.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Exciting news - we're looking for someone to join the @meimaths.bsky.social team to work on our 'Maths into AI' courses for teachers and students from September. We're especially keen to hear from teachers with experience of teaching A level Computer Science. mei.livevacancies.co.uk#/job/details...
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Hannah R @missradders.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
MATHS TEACHERS! We are expanding our team due to increased curriculum time. *2 posts available* Lovely, dedicated & supportive team. Easily commutable from Leeds & York. Happy to answer questions via DM. Please share if you can. www.king-james.co.uk/job/teacher-... Reposts appreciated!
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East Midlands West Maths Hub @em-mathshub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
A brilliant session this week in our Cross‑Phase Level 2 Qualification Work Group, expertly led by Ilona. Great collaboration, rich discussion and plenty of practical strategies being shared across phases 🌟 #Maths #Education #Teachers #TeacherCPD
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The Maths Bazaar @themathsbazaar.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
My local @nehsmathshub.bsky.social are currently recruiting for an Assistant Maths Hub Lead (Post-16) to join the Leadership Team from September 2026. Let me know if you want details. You’d be my boss!
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Kent & Medway Maths Hub @kandmmathshub.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Applications are still open for all of these Professional Development Programmes so don't miss out! Get in touch today to find out more. @ncetm.bsky.social #EduSky
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BBO Maths Hub @bbomathshub.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
🚀 Passionate about improving post-16 GCSE Maths resit or Functional Skills teaching? Apply to become a Further Education Mastery Specialist 📚 This fully funded opportunity supports teachers to deepen mastery practice, lead change and help transform maths learning: bbomathshub.org.uk/project/post...
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
FE leaders and practitioners - the DfE’s consultation on ‘16 to 19 level 1 English and maths qualifications’ is now open, deadline 2nd June 2026 www.gov.uk/government/c... Please do engage and share your thoughts and ideas. Raise your #FEVoice :) @departmentforedu.bsky.social
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16 to 19 level 1 English and maths qualifications
We would like your views on the design and delivery of proposed 16 to 19 English and maths level 1 qualifications.
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
The field of maths has always had remarkable women. History has just been quieter about them. A few years ago I wrote about Mary Somerville in my Roots column for @chalkdustmag.bsky.social - a mathematician who followed her curiosity despite the expectations placed on women at the time. 🧵
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CODE Maths Hub @codemathshub.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
It's March already! Our CODE Coffee Catch-Up goes out tomorrow - so sign up NOW to get all our news FIRST. buff.ly/WOs11YS
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Abacus NW Maths Hub @abacusnw.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
📣 Calling all FE maths teachers! Apply now for the Further Education Mastery Specialists Programme starting Sep 2026. ➕ Develop mastery approaches. ➕ Strengthen students’ mathematical understanding. ➕ Lead professional development in your setting and beyond. Find out more 👇 tinyurl.com/mrympua9
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CODE Maths Hub @codemathshub.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
THANK YOU to all our exhibitors, attendees, speakers, workshop leads and the venue for a wonderful Conference last week. Missed out?! Why not join our partner Hub at their Conference in Taunton in March! More details and tickets here -
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Jurassic Maths Hub Conference – Friday 13th March – Jurassic Maths Hub
This year’s conference will offer the chance to explore different ways of thinking about equitable contexts in mathematics and implications for teaching and learning mathematics across all phases.
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Yorkshire and the Humber Maths Hub @mathshub.outwood.com · 02/03/2026
🌟What’s on this week at YHMH!🌟 📚NCP25-20 Supporting Students to Achieve a L2 Qualification in Maths 📝NCP25-14c Revisiting Teaching for Mastery 🧮NCP25-15 Secondary Subject Leadership
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BBO Maths Hub @bbomathshub.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
🌟 Applications are now open for our Professional Leadership Development Opportunities in 2026-2027 🌟 ☑️ Professional Development Lead ☑️ School Development Lead ☑️ Primary Mastery Specialist ☑️ Secondary Mastery Specialist ☑️ Further Education Mastery Specialist 👉️ bbomathshub.org.uk/project_cate...
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BBO Maths Hub @bbomathshub.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
🌟 Further Education Mastery Specialist 🌟 Passionate about transforming post-16 GCSE Maths resit & Functional Skills? 📚 Develop expertise. Lead change. Boost student confidence. 🚀 Apply online today: bbomathshub.org.uk/project/post...
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BBO Maths Hub @bbomathshub.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
🌟 Leadership Development Opportunities 🌟 Ready to take the next step in your maths leadership journey? ✔️ Professional Development Lead ✔️ School Development Lead ✔️ Primary Mastery Specialist ✔️ Secondary Mastery Specialist ✔️ Further Education Mastery Specialist 👉 bbomathshub.org.uk/project_cate...
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Chartered College of Teaching @collegeofteaching.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Issue 28 call for papers is live! 📢 For the autumn 2026 issue of Impact, we are seeking papers focusing on behaviour, attendance and school culture. Learn more and submit your abstract here: submittable.pulse.ly/d38i0lbgvv #Education #UKEducation #Teacher
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Em Bell @eltimbre.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
This week’s #DeskCompanion It’s definitely a Data week!!
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Tessmaths aka Julia Smith @tessmaths.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Such a lovely half term catch-up with @mathsnot.bsky.social @dagsmaths.bsky.social today - setting the world to right over a cuppa or three and celebrating my book 📕 😊❤️ ‘Maths Revolution’ @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social
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Association for Mathematics in Education @amiemathematics.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
AMiE Members - join us on Saturday 11 April 2026 in London for our Member Day!* Kick-start your professional development journey and help shape your association. Find out more: amiememberday.org.uk *Only available to AMiE members.
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NCETM @ncetm.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Ever wondered what the best way is to develop your career as a maths teacher? 🤔 We’ve got the answer! 💥 Next week, in our latest Week in Focus, find out why YOU should become a Secondary Mastery Specialist #NCETMWeekInFocus #MathsTeachingCareers
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Teachers Talk Radio @ttradioofficial.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Announcing! Three more fantastic speakers in the Maths strand at TTR Connect! Teachers - Get your tickets for Connect 2026 here, Saturday 14th March in Manchester and it's FREE, link in the comments!
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Kathryn Clark @arithmaticks.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
The @ttradioofficial.bsky.social Connect event on 14th March in Manchester is looking to be absolutely brilliant! In the Maths Strand you'll hear from the wonderful teachers below, along with some brilliant main stage speakers. The event is totally FREE! Tickets at: www.ttradio.org/connect2026
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MEI @meimaths.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Have you heard that Sue Black, OBE will be delivering a keynote speech at the MEI Conference 2026? If you’d like to hear from her experiences, join us in Keele on 2-3 July. Learn more: buff.ly/QZ64wna #MEIConf26 #MathsPD #Keynote #MathsPD
MEI Conference 2026 Keynote Speaker Sue Black
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Tessmaths aka Julia Smith @tessmaths.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
The lovely people at Waterstones are offering a 25% pre-order discount…Maths Revolution www.waterstones.com/campaign/feb... FEB25 is the code at checkout #WPreorder @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social
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February Pre-Order Offer | Waterstones
Discover our full range of books, gifts, toys, stationery and audiobooks at Waterstones.com. Click & Collect within 2 hours or buy online with Free UK Delivery on Orders Over £25.
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MEI @meimaths.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Exciting #MEIConf26 news! Charlie Stripp, CEO of MEI, joins us as a keynote speaker. We look forward to hearing about his efforts with the NCETM Maths Hubs Programme and recent work to improve maths education. 📍 Keele University on 2–3 July Explore sessions: buff.ly/YNnRpWv #MathsConference
MEI Conference 2026 Keynote Speaker Charlie Stripp
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MEI @meimaths.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
🚀 FE Maths Challenge update! We’ve reached an incredible 55,848 student participants, already surpassing our target for the year. Classroom engagement is at an all‑time high too, with 8,185 classrooms involved. Big thanks to every teacher and student helping make this a truly national effort.
Further Education Maths Challenge 2025-26, sponsored by AQA and RAFCT.
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