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Jenny

@jennyteaches.bsky.social
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Head of History and Politics.

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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Getting your politics classroom ready for September looked like this today:
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Sam Freedman @samfr.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
The only situation in which I can imagine wanting to skydive would be if I was on a plane with J. D. Vance.
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General Boles @generalboles.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Napoleon - Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake Kemi -
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
When it’s one of those days plagued by imposter syndrome and self-doubt, it is funny to then be greeted by this. Plus, check out my colleague and I accidentally matching.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Writing coursework, essays and dissertations. Planning lessons and schemes of work. Completing NPQ assignments. Whatever it has been, it’s always Radio Soulwax.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
#FridayFive 1. I Get Around 2. God Only Knows 3. Kokomo 4. Fun, Fun, Fun 5. Help me, Rhonda
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Gain time is not just about curriculum development. This is a fascinating read and certainly gives a lot of food for thought. It comes at the perfect time, as we plan for Yr7-8 and consider the implications for GCSE and A-Level.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Beyond excited to see this arrived today! @catherinepriggs.bsky.social @hughrichards.bsky.social @davidjhibbert.bsky.social and my lovely former HoD @egcarr.bsky.social - what a team 🌟
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Here’s a tip for when you’re mock marking - go sit outside
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Oh I don’t know about that - I was taking it all in, plus I’m staff so maybe not? Being across both sites gives for an interesting perspective too!
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
I’ve become a staff governor and attended my first meeting today. Absolute game changer. I feel as if I know my school better from those two hours than the last seven years.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
#FridayFive 1. Time - Pink Floyd 2. Tusk - Fleetwood Mac 3. Hey Now - London Grammar 4. Ooh La La - Goldfrapp 5. Harvest Moon - Neil Young
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
It is indeed!
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
I had marking to occupy my mind whilst her surgery took place. Whilst in recovery, she demanded a sticker.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
In the space of four months my mum has gone from being diagnosed with breast cancer to being told she is cancer free and given a schedule for precautionary treatment. I bloody love the NHS.
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The Mary Rose Museum @maryrosemuseum.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
On the anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, we thought we'd answer a question that's often asked, "If they raised the Mary Rose, why not raise the Titanic?" Allow our scaled diagram to explain...
A light blue diagram depicting the sea, with the water's surface at the top, and just below it is an outline of the Mary Rose, with the depth (12m, 40ft or 6.7 fathoms). There is a line showing the seabed, which takes a rapid dive into the vertical...
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
It has to be said, that Hyrox and CrossFit have a lot to answer to when it comes to shite erg technique in gyms. Thanks for coming to my TED talk.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Told a student today that if they send me their essay, I can get it marked for tomorrow. Their response - “Remember Miss, you’re a teacher second.” When I tell you that hit me hard.
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a man with a beard is crying and covering his mouth with his fist .
ALT: a man with a beard is crying and covering his mouth with his fist .
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
#FridayFive 1. Have You Ever Seen The Rain? Creedence Clearwater Revival 2. Why Does It Always Rain On Me? - Travis 3. Who’ll Stop The Rain? - CCR 4. Raining In My Heart - Buddy Holly 5. When It Rains It Pours - Luke Combs
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
I’m always obsessed with your handwriting 😍😍
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
NPQ ✅
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Rafael Behr @rafaelbehr.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Column: Badenoch's task was to make the Tories serious again. Past week has confirmed that she can't and won't. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Kemi Badenoch was supposed to make the Tories serious again. She has failed | Rafael Behr
By jumping on Elon Musk’s passing bandwagon and echoing the far right, the Conservative leader has shown she doesn’t understand her responsibilities, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr
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Gabriel Bosslet @gbosslet.bsky.social · 05/01/2025
Me, whispering to every recipe I have ever made “Well that’s not enough garlic”
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
I do love it here but ‘the other place’ has far more darts content. I need my comedy gold commentary and throwbacks to Eric Bristow. Anyone?
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
The joy of people always buying you books is that the tbr pile for 2025 is already good to go.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
It’s a good job I bought more cheese than is needed for Christmas. Husband is currently eating his way through one chunk of Coastal Cheddar…
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
There’s always one work colleague who should be on the Bake Off. When I spotted this on my office desk, it made Monday already a top day.
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Rafael Behr @rafaelbehr.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Botton line about the Biden pardon, and this doesn't make it good politics in the context of upholding rule-of-law or moral high-ground against Trumpism, but I just don't think I know a parent who wouldn't do it if they had the power.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
I grew up with my dad really disliking the song so it just feels natural to try and dodge it 😂
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Avoid hearing Wham’s Last Christmas right up to 00:00 Christmas Day. Last year, December 21st and it was my best yet 💪🏻
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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · 29/11/2024
The benefits of being evidence based In this blog Kate Jones examines the benefits to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom. Read it here buff.ly/4g8xsih
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The benefits of being evidence-based
At Evidence Based Education we are naturally very enthusiastic about promoting evidence-based strategies to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
So lovely to see you! It’s no surprise though, what’s better than politics on a Wednesday night?! ☺️
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
INSET day tomorrow and it seems that the previously booked speaker has been cancelled. Instead, we have a day to discuss, plan and collaborate - couldn’t be happier. Sometimes new ideas are good but sometimes the chance to embed ideas is even better.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
The husband can’t quite get over the fact I usually make notes for students, rather than just listening.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Nothing better than dinner and a wander around Coal Drops Yard before an evening all about politics.
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William Shakespeare @shakespeare.lol · 05/11/2024
Give not this rotten orange to your friend
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 24/10/2024
For the past two weeks, on a Thursday P3 I have supported with pastoral on call. As a HoD it has really made me understand how much goes on when tucked away in the classroom. Pastoral staff remain the backbone of a school 👏🏻
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 17/10/2024
Every year I question why part of the PGCE isn’t how to draw a camel - it would have been so useful 😂
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 15/10/2024
NPQ assignment submitted ✅ My initial conclusions: 1. It has reassured me as a HoD 2. I feel more confident as a HoD 3. I feel more confident as a teacher 4. I sympathise with students when I say “there’s no right or wrong answer” - this assignment was brutal for that very reason!
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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · 07/10/2024
Why do we see teacher expertise as needing knowledge, skill and judgement (even though most people seem to focus on just one of these)? A blog by Professor Rob Coe. buff.ly/3TPBR0X #EduBlogShare #EduSky
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Why do we see teacher expertise as needing knowledge, skill and judgement (even though most people seem to focus on just one of these)?
If teacher expertise is the strongest determinant of student achievement, then how we think about expertise really matters.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 07/10/2024
Best way to start a working week? Observing an A level class and realising that your colleague, who just started teaching Ks5, is an absolute powerhouse.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 10/09/2024
Hit a new teaching PB. Laryngitis and a lost voice just five days back ✌🏻 Classes are incredibly understanding and get on with it but I can’t lie, does feel absolutely gutting.
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Neil Almond @mralmonded.bsky.social · 03/09/2024
New Ofsted updates - schoolsweek.co.uk/ofsteds-big-... ☎️ Call on Monday 📝 New framework (Early Reading and curriculum focus to stay) 📉 Report card 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Inclusion criterion 🚨 safeguarding grace period 🏫 Ofsted Academy (for training)
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Ofsted's Big Listen: The 12 policies schools need to know
Monday Ofsted calls, reformed framework and new safeguarding letters announced
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Michael Tidd @michaelt1979.bsky.social · 03/09/2024
Some various thoughts on the masses of stuff evening from Ofsted today. In all cases, of course proof is in the eating etc. 1. Primary/special specific frameworks will be welcome
We will reform the framework to respond to what people told us. We will: make sure that the inspection process is appropriate to the school phase and type (such as primary or special school)
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 30/08/2024
Cleared out my wardrobe earlier in the summer as most of my work clothes were too big. I go back on Monday and realised I barely have anything. 45 minutes in one shop and I’m good to go. Should have listened to my mum ages ago - of course M&S would have it covered.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/08/2024
He “took a risk” with this and I stand by it being one of the best books I’ve read.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/08/2024
Mr H saw this and thought it would be my “sort of thing”. For the record he never really buys me books that are off the list but this - it’s bumped up to number two on the tbr pile.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/08/2024
Last thing - it’s time consuming but works wonders. In first HT, I call home for each student, usually from week 3 onwards. 1-2 students a day. Just give a brief outline as to how I think they’re doing, what are they saying at home, anything I should know etc. Reassures and reminds that I’m there.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/08/2024
If you haven’t already, get them to do an ‘about me’ page with their favourite things, personal goals and if there’s anything else they’d like you to know. That way, I pop them in a file and I have them on hand for when I know I’ll be checking in with them individually.
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Jenny @jennyteaches.bsky.social · 28/08/2024
Having done this with Yr9 (upper school life), I do not talk, for example, about history in form. It’s a simple routine that could get away from us! I’m Miss P the form tutor, then I am Miss P the History teacher.
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