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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
🎄 🎄 🎄 Welcome to our Inclusive Christmas series! For the next 12 days, we’re going to be sharing tips, advice and strategies for an inclusive festive season for schools. Day 1 🎄 Anchors...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
🌟 Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities #IDPD2025 💡 This year, we have chosen to highlight The Doha Political Declaration and how it has raised awareness of the importance of meaningful decision making regarding the rights of persons with disabilities.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
🌟We are incredibly proud to share that IQM has been featured on the front page of the winter issue of the Education UAE magazine, recognising the scale, depth, and national significance of our work across the emirates. 💻 Read our cover story here: www.education-uae.com/iqm-inclusiv...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Our latest blog, “Autism and Christmas: A guide for schools”, shows how a few clear anchors can make a huge difference to pupils’ enjoyment and participation during the festive season: iqmaward.com/blogs/autism... ⭐Share it with your team, your SENDCo, your senior leaders
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
💡Observing Inclusion Across the UAE 🇦🇪 Our assessors have just completed a busy week of assessments, visiting schools across the UAE that are pursuing the International Inclusive School Award.
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Outwood Academy Shafton @shafton.outwood.com · 24/11/2025
@iqmaward.bsky.social we are delighted to have received the news that we have retained our Flagship School Award status. It was a pleasure to welcome our assessor, Mrs Dix, to the academy. We look forward to our continued partnership work with other schools and with IQM Award #inclusion
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Celebrating inclusive education across the UAE🌍✨ In September, schools came together for the first IQM International Awards Presentation. Catch the full round-up in our latest blog💻 🔗 Read the blog: iqmaward.com/blogs/celebr...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
🏫Athelney Primary School - National Inclusion Champion🌟 We would like to extend a big congratulations to Athelney Primary School, one of our National Inclusion Champions for 2025-26. 💭 'Community' & 'family' aptly sum up the core values that unite this inclusive school community
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
International Inclusive School Award assessments continue🏫 We are in 4 more exceptional schools today & tomorrow for their assessment for International Inclusive School Award status. We can't wait to see what tomorrow brings as these schools continue their inclusion journeys!
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Our Senior Team had a busy day visiting schools in Qatar that are passionate and proactive about inclusive education. 💭Inclusion is at the heart of every decision - academic and pastoral - in these schools. Staff and students alike work together to live by inclusive principles.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
💭Inclusion is a Journey We Embark on Together💡 Our Senior Team had the privilege of being invited by Dr. Rania Mohamed (Director Of Private Schools And Kindergartens Department) to the Qatar Ministry of Education and Higher Education HQ today in Doha to discuss the country's commitment to inclusion
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
🏫 Mill Hill Nursery School - National Inclusion Champion🌟 We would like to extend a big IQM congratulations to Mill Hill Nursery School, one of our National Inclusion Champions for 2025-26. 💭Children are encouraged to be considerate learners that embody an inclusive ethos
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Assessments Underway in the UAE! Our IQM Assessor Team have been busy visiting schools across the emirates today - and so far, the reception has been fantastic!🙌 We’re so excited to spotlight each of these schools and their incredible journeys toward whole-school inclusion🌍❤️
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Our Directors, Joe and Eilish McCann, and Executive Lead for School Improvement, Kevin O'Neill, met with Sean Sibley (Principal) and other Senior Leaders of Doha English Speaking School to discuss how inclusion can help every learner fulfill their true potential 🌟
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Our Senior Team had an excellent meeting today in the inspiring surroundings of Warif Academy Doha, with Matt Campion (Director of Warif Academy) & Mark Hughes (Academic Advisor at the Qatar Foundation) to discuss Qatar's rapidly-growing enthusiasm for inclusion.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Happy Dexter Day!🐻⭐ Thank you to: The Godolphin Junior Academy, the Anti-Bullying Schools Project, Windsor Community Primary School, Abbey Hill Academy and College, Lincroft Academy, Winterbourne Boys' Academy, Horton Grange Primary School and St Monica's Primary School!
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
🏫Bush Hill Park Primary School - National Inclusion Champion🌟 We would like to extend a big IQM congratulations to Bush Hill Park Primary School, one of our National Inclusion Champions for 2025-26! 💭They go above and beyond to ensure children feel they belong
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
🏫Kingsnorth Primary School - National Inclusion Champion🌟 We would like to extend a big IQM congratulations to Kingsnorth Primary School, one of our National Inclusion Champions for 2025-26! 💭This is a school where every child is valued and every child matters!
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Thank you to everyone who joined Sarah Linari and Brogan Haldane at our information session on the Inclusive School Award for schools in Sefton and the wider Merseyside area. Our team were thrilled to see the amount of inclusive practices already shaping education in Merseyside
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
⭐Inclusion can Transform the Life of Every Learner🌍 🇦🇪 Our Senior Team has had a busy week meeting schools across the emirates who are keen to develop and grow their inclusive practice.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
We were thrilled to host another free Information Session today in Dubai for schools to learn more about the International Inclusive School Award💡 We would like to extend our thanks to our host school Swiss International Scientific School for their hospitality and assistance.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Today we were thrilled to host a free Information Session in Abu Dhabi all about the International Inclusive School Award💡 We would like to extend special thanks to our host school, Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School, Abu Dhabi for their generosity & hospitality when hosting us.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Sarah and Brogan from the IQM Team had a great time at the Liverpool Anti-Bullying Schools' Project today! IQM Assessor, Roanne Clements, kindly spoke about IQM’s commitment to taking the anti-bullying project with us internationally🌍
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
⭐Every School is on an Inclusion Journey👣 🇦🇪 Over the last couple of days, @kevininclusioniqm.bsky.social had the pleasure of visiting schools across the UAE that are ready to take the next steps on their inclusion journey, and are keen to elevate their whole-school commitment to inclusion
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
⭐Every School is on an Inclusion Journey 👣 🇦🇪 Over the last couple of days, our team had the pleasure of visiting schools across the UAE that are ready to take the next steps on their inclusion journey, and are keen to elevate their whole-school commitment to inclusion.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Dexter has been enjoying the fantastic displays & festivities for UAE Flag Day! 🇦🇪 Symbolizing the unity & ambition of the country, Dexter has loved learning more about the emirates' flag & is looking forward to exciting times ahead🚀 Send us your📸celebrating with Dexter today
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Calling all schools in Sefton and the wider Merseyside area! Join us for an insightful session on how IQM can support your school’s inclusive journey! 📍St Monica’s Primary School, Bootle 📅WEDNESDAY, 12th NOVEMBER 🕒Time: 09.30-12.00 🎟️Free to attend – iqmaward.com/events/confe...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
🎃Happy Halloween, everyone!🍬 Dexter has his costume on, has made his way through the spooky forest, and is ready to start Trick or Treating! Did your school help Dexter get into the Halloween spirit this year? 👻 Send us your photos📸 #IQMAward #DexterDay #Halloween
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
🕙 Only one week to go until our UAE Info Sessions 🇦🇪 Join us for two FREE information sessions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, where you can learn more about the International Inclusive School Award🌟 Abu Dhabi🎫: iqmaward.com/events/confe... Dubai🎫: iqmaward.com/events/confe...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
During Black History Month, we've been celebrating inspiring black educators who have been instrumental in shaping the modern, inclusive classroom 🌟 📚 ✏️ @blackhistorymonth.org.uk How have you been celebrating Black History Month in your school? Let us know in the comments section ⬇️
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Happy Dexter Day, everyone! 🐻⭐ Thank you to all the schools that hosted Dexter: Castleway Primary School and Nursery School, St Margaret’s Anfield CE Primary School, Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School, Ayresome Primary School, Lessness Heath Primary School, and Lincroft Academy!
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Join the IQM Senior Team in Dubai for a free info session about the International Inclusive School Award. Book your space now📩: iqmaward.com/events/confe... 📅Thursday 6th November 2025 ⏰9:00am - 12:00pm 📍Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Join the IQM Senior Team in Abu Dhabi for a free info session about the International Inclusive School Award. Book your space now📩: iqmaward.com/events/confe... 📅 Wednesday 5th November 2025 ⏰ 9:00am - 12:00pm 📍 Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School, Abu Dhabi
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
The DfE has confirmed that the SEND Schools White Paper has been delayed until early 2026. For schools, SENDCos and local authorities, this update matters. It affects planning, budgets, and how inclusion is shaped in the year ahead. Read the full summary iqmaward.com/blogs/send-r...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
We would like to extend a big IQM welcome to our new cohort of Assessors - welcome to the IQM Family 🐻🟢🟣🟡 Thank you for joining us for a fantastic day of training in Birmingham, we can't wait to see all the exciting things you do next!
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Is your school considering pursuing Centre of Excellence or Flagship status? Designed for schools that are deeply committed to maintaining and developing exceptional inclusive practice, our Cluster Groups are just one of the many fantastic benefits of undertaking the COE or Flagship award🟣🟡
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Only TWO DAYS TO GO until our fantastic programme of FREE workshops at Tes SEND Show! 💻 head to iqmaward.com/events/confe... to secure your FREE ticket for the IQM workshop of your choosing ❗then go to tessendshow.co.uk to get your FREE TES SEND Show ticket See you there!
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
💡 Would you like to learn from IQM schools that have set up an additionally resourced provision? Join us for a FREE workshop at Tes SEND Show where you can hear the lived-experiences of 6 IQM schools that have taken the steps towards setting up their own school-based additional needs unit.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Happy Dexter Day, everyone! 🐻⭐ There was no better way to end this week than by checking in with our friendly bear on his adventures 🌍
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
❓Are you looking for some FREE CPD on two important issues in education❓ Join us next Friday and Saturday for 2 FREE WORKSHOPS at the excellent TES SEND Show in the Business Design Centre, London (also free to attend!)📣
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
⚠️ Please note: A Tes SEND Show ticket is required to book onto these FREE IQM workshops. We’re excited to announce that booking is now LIVE for our two exclusive Tes SEND Show workshops, delivered by IQM's @kennyfrederick.bsky.social: iqmaward.com/events/confe...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
📊 The latest Children’s Commissioner School Census report highlights that schools are increasingly worried about challenges beyond the classroom walls. 📖 Read our full summary of the report and what this means for schools navigating inclusion today: iqmaward.com/blogs/the-ch...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
🌍A day of firsts for IQM in Dubai! Earlier today, we hosted our first International Cluster Meeting, thanks to the generosity of Executive Principal Rebecca Coulter & Director of Inclusion Colette Woolnough at Dubai British School Jumeirah Park for opening their doors to us.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
💡From November 2025, Ofsted inspections will include inclusion as one of the six evaluation areas. We’ve broken down what you need to know in our latest blog. Practical, clear, and focused on what matters for schools. 🔗 Find the blog on out website: iqmaward.com/blogs/ofsted...
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
In our latest blog, IQM’s Sarah Linari shares her personal perspective on school uniform and sensory sensitivities when supporting children with autism and ADHD with the start of school. 👉 Read the full blog: iqmaward.com/blogs/starti...
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St Thomas Cantilupe Church of England Primary @st-thomascantilupe.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
We were delighted when Dexter arrived in the post today. He came to help us celebrate our #IQM Centre of Excellence award @iqmaward.bsky.social @dhmat.bsky.social @marymyatt.bsky.social @andrewmoffat.bsky.social @evidencebased.education @hayfestival.bsky.social #unitystc #lovestc #perseverancestc
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Bags are packed, Dexter has his passport ready, and our team are excited to see faces old and new this week in the UAE 🇦🇪 🐻 We have a busy time ahead with lots of inclusion-focused meetings, discussions, and celebrations - we look forward to seeing you then!
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
📢Booking is now live for our Qatar webinar iqmaward.com/events/webin... 📅Wednesday 1st October 2025 🕒15:00 AST (1pm UK) IQM’s Kevin O’Neill, together with guest supporting speaker Matt Campion, will deliver a dedicated inclusion webinar for Qatar school leaders & inclusion leads
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
🇦🇪 UAE school and inclusion leaders, this webinar is for you! iqmaward.com/events/webin... 📅 Tuesday 30th September 2025 🕒 15:00 GST (12pm UK) Join IQM’s Kevin O’Neill, supported by guest speaker Phil Redhead, for a focused session on the IQM journey.
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Inclusion Quality Mark @iqmaward.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
📢 Booking is now live for our Saudi Arabia and Bahrain-focused webinar: iqmaward.com/events/webin... Join us on Monday 29th September at 15:00 AST (1pm UK) for a free webinar hosted by IQM’s Kevin O’Neill, with special guest speakers Hatem Mahmoud and Dr Frances Willis
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