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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

We've kicked off #NatspecConference26 with a bang, with our student art exhibition last night and a student speech and student performance this morning, with lots more to come!

Natspec registration, with a pillar stating 'Welcome to Natspec National Conference' along with Natspec branded registration desks and banners

A large crowd of people, seated round multiple round tables, in a large conference suite.

Harry Sparkes, a student in t-shirt and trousers, gives a speech on the Natspec stage, consulting his notecards.

Student dancer Elly, dressed in black, dances emotionally on the Natspec stage.

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Preparing to announce the winners of the Natspec Innovation Awards 2026! We'll be announcing them in an online ceremony starting at 1:30pm - all staff and students from member colleges are welcome to join us! natspec.org.uk/events/natsp...

A screenshot of a PPT slide saying 'Natspec Innovation Awards 2026: Recognising and celebrating innovative practice within the specialist further education sector'

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Clare Howard's tour continues with a visit to Lighthouse Futures, speaking to learners and learning more about all the employers Lighthouse Futures works with. #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #CatchClareIfYouCan

A wall of framed logos of various employers logos

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Natspec Chief Executive @ClareH_Natspec continues her cross country journey visiting specialist colleges to talk about #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE Despite nearly 500 miles on the road, she's not done yet, so #CatchClareIfYouCan

Clare Howard at Rotherham Opportunities College

Clare Howard with students and staff at Landmarks Specialist College. One of the students is holding a pledge board saying Specialist FE works for me

Clare at Creating Tomorrow College with a group of students, one of whom holds a pledge board saying "specialist FE works for me"

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Professionals from general FE & specialist colleges pledging their support for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE campaign at today’s AoC SEND Conference. #AoCSEND25 @aoc-info.bsky.social Find out more: www.specialistfe.com

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

"The staff really understand me here. I feel so supported, and I can be myself, I've learnt a lot." Natspec Chief Executive Clare Howard was delighted to visit KITE College as the first stop on her #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE roadtrip! Where will she be off to next? #CatchClareIfYouCan

Clare Howard stands next to Principal Sarah Miller and students at KITE College. One of the students is holding a pledge board stating "I'm supporting the power of specialist FE"

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Natspec Chief Executive Clare Howard was up early this morning to set off on her cross-country road trip, visiting colleges across the country for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE week. From Kent to London and Manchester to Birmingham, keep an eye out for her this week, and #CatchClareIfYouCan!

A pledge board sitting in the driver's seat of a car. The board reads "I'm supporting The Power of Specialist FE"

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

This morning at #NatspecNC25 we're hearing from Dame Christine Lenehan, Shelagh Legrave and Denise Olander, looking at changes and developments in the further education sector for SEND.

Denise Olander speaking on the Natspec stage

Dame Christine Lenehan speaks from the Natspec stage

Shelagh Legrave speaks from the Natspec stage

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Here's a selection of photos from this morning at Natspec National Conference; an inspiring keynote session, busy exhibition and some fabulous informative breakout sessions.

Clare Howard speaks from the Natspec stage

A group of people in the audience sitting around tables applaud

An exhibitor shows an attendee something on a phone

A breakout session leader gestures, glasses off, at the audience

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Our second keynote speaker is Dr Alan Watkins, speaking to the Natspec Conference about wicked problems; how they are multi-dimensional problems that require multi-dimensional solutions.

Alan Watkins speaking on the Natspec stage

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Our first keynote speaker is Professor Kevin Fong, talking to us about his incredibly varied career (from NASA to medicine) and how all that experience has led him to become a problem solver, tackling very complex systems.

Professor Kevin Fong speaking from behind a lectern on the conference stage.

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

We're all set up and ready for Natspec National Conference in gloriously sunny Stratford-upon-Avon - looks to be a lovely day.

A Natspec banner in the lobby of a hotel while a queue forms

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

We're delighted that the #NatspecInnovationAwards are underway! This is such a lovely opportunity to celebrate our seven award winners, as well as the 18 shortlisted colleges, and their innovative, exciting practice. Stay tuned for who the winners are!

A screenshot of the Natspec Awards 2025 online ceremony, featuring our chief executive Clare Howard kicking us off.

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Yesterday, our Chief Executive Clare Howard spoke to the Education Select Committee as part of their inquiry into solving the SEND crisis. She highlighted issues specifically facing the FE sector, including funding and policy gaps. 🔗 parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

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Natspec @natspec.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

We're in Birmingham today for our annual quality improvement event, this year focussing on developing and improving a challenging curriculum. Can't wait to see everyone there!

Natspec Chief Executive Clare Howard stands behind a table dressed with a Natspec branded tablecloth. Leaflets and name badges can be seen atop the table.

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