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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Some images from our Pedagogy & Practice lecture last week. Trainees looked at dual coding and shared writing using a Think Aloud model.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our 2027 courses are now live on the DfE's Find Teacher Training website. find-teacher-training-courses.service.gov.uk/results?utm_...

Our 2027 courses are now live on the DfE's Find Teacher Training website.

Primary, fee-funded and salaried, apprenticeships, Assessment Only and Early Years ITT. If you are not sure which fits your circumstances, get in touch to have a chat about what your options are.

Applications open 6 October.

FIND YOUR ROUTE: https://etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-teaching/ or ring 01268 988580

#traintoteach #getintoteaching #teachertraining

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Are you thinking about becoming a teacher next September? Our next online event is on Weds 30th September. Learn about our teacher training courses. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/msez2t52 #GetIntoTeaching #pgce #traintoteach #traineeteacher #teachertraining

online q and a - weds 30th sep - find out about our teacher training courses. QTS, PGCE, teaching apprenticeships and early years ITT

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Your voice is one of your most useful classroom tools. Training from Five Voices helps trainee teachers use tone deliberately to support behaviour, communication and learning. Part of learning to teach is learning how to use your voice. #FindingYourTeacherVoice #TeacherTraining #Behaviour

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #3: The Five Voices** Different classroom situations need different tones of voice. Our trainees learn how to move between five different voices, giving them a practical toolkit they can use every day in the classroom. #TeacherTraining #edusky

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #9: The first syllable** Getting a class’s attention doesn’t have to mean shouting. The way you use tone, pace and presence can make a difference from the very first syllable. That’s something our trainees have the opportunity to practise as part of their training.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #8: Louder isn’t always better** Teaching can put a lot of demands on your voice, particularly if your response to a noisy classroom is simply to get louder. Learning how to project and use your voice effectively can help protect it as well as improve communication.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #7: 200 milliseconds** Before you have even finished speaking, pupils are already picking up clues from your tone of voice. What you say matters. How you say it matters too. #FindingYourTeacherVoice #TeachingTips #TeacherTraining #EssexAndThamesSCITT

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #6: Developed through experience** Five Voices is a simple idea backed by years of work with trainee teachers. At Essex & Thames SCITT, voice training isn’t an add-on. It forms part of the practical preparation our trainees receive for life in the classroom.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #5: A calmer classroom** The way we speak can affect the way others respond. A calmer, more controlled voice can help create a calmer classroom too. Voice is about much more than volume. #FindingYourTeacherVoice #BehaviourManagement

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #4: Professional voice users** Teachers are professional voice users. Your voice needs to last through lessons, explanations, questions, stories and conversations, day after day. That’s why learning how to look after and use it effectively matters. #TeacherTraining

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

**Finding Your Teacher Voice #2: It’s not elocution** Voice training isn’t about changing your accent or changing who you are. It’s about understanding the voice you already have and learning how to use it effectively in the classroom. #FindingYourTeacherVoice #TeacherTraining #TeachingTips

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

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Kindness Champions @kindnesschampions.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

“Just in case you have forgotten today: You matter. You are loved. You are worthy.” Unknown "Self-love is a high regard for your own well-being, happiness, & mental health." Lori Oswald Every day love yourself💝 Credit #juliaspiritualcoaching & #selfloverainbow😊 #youmatter #loveyou #selflove❤️

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Are you thinking about becoming a teacher next September? We've got several online Q and A events coming up this term. Hear from our team and learn about our teacher training courses. Sign up for one of these events here: tinyurl.com/msez2t52 #eduskyprimary #uked #teachertraining

thinking of becoming a teacher - join one of our online q and a webinars to learn more about our outstanding teacher training courses

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Something for all teachers to be aware of. Online harm groups (you may have heard these called ‘Com Groups’, short for community) are groups of people who use online spaces to manipulate, control, threaten or exploit others. More details from CEOP here: www.ceopeducation.co.uk/11_18/lets-t...

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Guidance for 11-18 year olds on online harm groups

Online harm groups are online communities that manipulate, pressure, and exploit people, often young people, into harmful activities. This article, from NCA's CEOP Education, explains the warning sign...

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Are you thinking about becoming a teacher next September? Our next online event is Weds 23rd September. This is a special Get Ready to Apply event where we will explain the application process. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/msez2t52 #GetIntoTeaching #pgce #traintoteach #pgcestudent #traineeteacher

get ready to apply - train to teach webinar - Weds 23rd Sep 6.30pm

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Teaching Scratch and short on time? A simple collect and chase game covers sequence, selection, repetition and variables in about 15 minutes. Build the hero, add a collectible, add a variable, then add the enemy. www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2026/09/buil... #EdTech #Scratch #PrimaryComputing #KS2

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

First day of face to face Science lectures with this year's trainee teacher cohort for @etscitt.bsky.social

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Primary Science teachers and subject leads - two great books you'll find useful as the new term starts. 150 Practical Activity ideas is fresh off the press. Get them here -> www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Danny... #eduskyprimary #edusky

primary science support books - practical books for science teachers

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

new Scratch tutorial just uploaded. Scratch for Beginners - how to make a collecting game - full instructions. www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4Wa...

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How to Build a Scratch Game: Full Beginner Tutorial

YouTube video by Science, AI and Technology for Teachers

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

And second day with the other cohort of trainee teachers from @etscitt.bsky.social. A really fun day.

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Name → Describe → Act is a simple thinking routine that can have a surprisingly big impact in primary science. Take an object, image, specimen, model or scientific event and ask pupils to work through three stages of thinking Find more at: lnkd.in/ePQGXd_D #edusky

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ImpactWales @impactwales.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

7 ways to check for understanding. Teaching is an interaction between you and the pupil. Check what they have understood then re-teach or move on. To find out more about our professional learning support go to www.impact.wales

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Science and Plants for Schools (SAPS) @saps-news.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Early Career Teachers📌 Join us on Thu 1 Oct for a FREE twilight session with the #RSC By the end of our session, you will: 🌱know where to go for support for teaching biology using plants 🌱have explored resources for teaching key principles of biology edu.rsc.org/events/teach... #PlantScience

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Teaching biology with plants from SAPS

Thursday 1 October, 7-8pm BST, online

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The Assessment-Only route to QTS is a specialised assessment route, distinct from a traditional training course, for graduates employed on a teaching contract. Teachers produce a portfolio of evidence, are observed teaching, and take part in a viva. More here -> etpscitt.co.uk/assessment-o...

Under the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill from September 2026 all new teachers in schools will need to have QTS or be working towards getting it. Schools will no longer be able to take on unqualified teachers.
The Assessment-Only route to QTS is a specialised assessment route, distinct from a traditional training course, for graduates employed on a teaching contract. This route is designed for those with a diverse and comprehensive range of experience in schools or other settings, allowing them to meet all the Teachers’ Standards without the need for further training.
Teachers produce a portfolio of evidence, are observed teaching, and take part in a viva.
More information here -> https://etpscitt.co.uk/assessment-only-essex-southend.../

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Congratulations to all of our 25/26 trainees who are starting their new jobs this week. We're really proud of all the hard work and dedication you've demonstrated this year. We wish you all the very best in your new teaching careers. You're going to be amazing!

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

New book is out now. 150 Practical Activities for Primary Science. Paperback and Kindle. Get it here -> link.amazon/B03WygzsP youtube.com/shorts/Obn25... #primaryscience #edusky #uked #eduskyprimary

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My new science book is finally here! #primaryscience #newbook

YouTube video by Science, AI and Technology for Teachers

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Good luck to all teachers starting back today / tomorrow. May your lanyards be where you left them, may your coffee stay hot and may your ice breakers not be too cringeworthy.

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Safeguarding Network @safernetwork.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The Department for Education has published updated EYFS Statutory Frameworks for both childminders and group and school-based providers, which come into effect from 1 September 2026. Find out what the changes mean on our blog and download the new Frameworks: zurl.co/dbE3B

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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

AI has the potential to boost teacher development by saving time and resources – but we need to tread carefully to avoid unintended consequences, writes Melissa Bond from the National Institute of Teaching

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AI could transform teacher development. But should it?

Time and cost savings are enticing reasons to use AI to support teacher development, but more efficient doesn’t necessarily mean more effective, says Melissa Bond from the National Institute of Teaching

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Alom Shaha @alomshaha.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Parents! Carers! Anyone looking after children! If you want to view the solar eclipse later today but haven’t got proper, safe viewing glasses, you could make one of these:

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Three Ways to Make a Solar Eclipse Viewer

Safely view a solar eclipse by making and using a pinhole solar eclipse viewer.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

We had a wonderful time this afternoon celebrating the graduation of the class of 2026 and welcoming them into the teaching profession. It was great to share the day with all your families and friends who have supported you on this journey.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Updated guidance from the DFE for screen use in EYFS settings. details here -> help-for-early-years-providers.education.gov.uk/health-and-w...

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Help for early years providers : Screen use

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Thank you to all of our wonderful mentors and wider staff teams for welcoming, supporting and coaching our 2025/26 trainee teachers and apprentices. We wish you all a restful summer and look forward to working with you again in September.

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Danny Nicholson @dannynic.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Professional development videos to help teachers consider ways to make practical work purposeful in primary science: www.bathspa.ac.uk/projects/pra... #edusky #cpd

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Practical work in primary school science

This Nuffield Foundation funded research seeks to clarify the role of practical work in primary school science.

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Ann Marie Christian @thesafeguardinguru.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

New statutory guidance concerning allergy safety in schools has been published. The guidance lays out what schools must do to support pupils with allergies. There are also templates so schools can create a safety policy and individual healthcare plans. www.gov.uk/government/p...

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Allergy safety in schools

Statutory guidance about the support that pupils with allergies must receive in schools.

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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Breaking: Lucy Powell has been appointed as education secretary by new prime minister Andy Burnham, replacing Bridget Phillipson

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Lucy Powell appointed as education secretary

She will replace Bridget Phillipson, who has been in the role since Labour came to power in July 2024

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John Roberts @johngroberts.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Exclusive: More than half of primary schools post pictures of pupils on social media platforms. Teacher Tapp data shows most schools share images of children on public platforms but over a quarter of primaries and 1 in 5 secondaries plan to change policies in near future. www.tes.com/magazine/new...

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Most primary schools post pictures of pupils on social media

As new National Crime Agency guidance warns parents against posting images of their children online, Teacher Tapp research reveals most schools show pictures of pupils on public platforms

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The Chartered Institute for IT have set up a FREE AI training course in AI Confidence. The first module is Getting Started in AI for Education. Looks very useful, takes about an hour, and gives you a digital badge for Linkedin etc. More information here: www.bcs.org/deliver-and-...

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Build your AI Confidence

Build your confidence using AI in education with practical guidance, training and resources, helping you use AI safely, effectively and with greater understanding in schools and colleges.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

The EEF’s Guide to Inclusive Teaching contains advice about supporting every child to participate and succeed in school, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, and recognising that many pupils face multiple barriers to learning. educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-ev...

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Guide to Inclusive Teaching

The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.

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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training @etscitt.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Inclusive teaching is surrounded by myths that can make great classroom practice seem more complicated than it really is. The EEF has published an excellent myth-busting guide showing that high-quality, inclusive teaching benefits every learner. #InclusiveTeaching #SEND #Education #EEF

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