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Community platform funding schools (£200+k since 2018) via #NeXworking. We also share teacher blogs, ideas, CPD and resources to over 10,000 educators. www.nexus-education.com.

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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
School Wars- Are you a Yoda or a Vader to students? How Star Wars can explain differing behaviour management techniques. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/a... #MayTheFourthBeWithYou
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School Wars- Are you a Yoda or a Vader to students? - Nexus Education
James Yates uses Star Wars to explain differing behaviour management techniques. Good and bad behaviour are two sides of the same coin.''
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
This time, Gemma Drinkall highlights the growing gap between expectations and what #schools can realistically sustain. bit.ly/4w2Q0t3 #Leadership, #Wellbeing, #Funding
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Schools, Leaders and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - Nexus Education
Gemma Drinkall highlights the growing gap between expectations and what schools can realistically sustain.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
How small, intentional behaviours shape culture, strengthen trust and create healthier, more human schools. bit.ly/4cekuPL #Leadership, #Workload, #WorkLifeBalance.
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Micro‑Practices in School Leadership - Nexus Education
Micro‑practices in school leadership shape culture, build trust and support wellbeing. Small daily actions create healthier school environments.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
This morning we are #NeXworking with headteachers in #EastYorkshire. Today's solution providers: @smoothwall.bsky.social, Compass, Act Fast First Aid, YPO, @2simpleuk.bsky.social, @thirdspacelearning.bsky.social iTRACK Education. Thanks so much! Info: nexus.education or contracts.education.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
For the first #NeXworking session in #Knowsley, we were supporting a group of SMBs. Thanks to: Ultimate Kids, Anntech, @reedspecialist.bsky.social, Act Fast First Aid, iAMCompliant, @thenationalcollege.bsky.social and Aspire People. More info at: nexus.education and contracts.education.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Last week we were in West Sussex for our annual #NeXworking session with 14 Heads and Exec Heads. Thanks to Weduc, @thenationalcollege.bsky.social, The Outdoor Classroom, @literacycounts.bsky.social & @trilbytv.co.uk for supporting our schools. More info: nexus.education or contracts.education.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Education should be a partnership not a battlefield. Schools and parents must work together, not against each other. bit.ly/4d1NCMj #ParentalEngagement, #Leadership, #Burnout
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When Complaints Take Over - Nexus Education
Education should be a partnership not a battlefield. Schools and parents must work together, not against each other.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Today we were back #NeXworking in Knowsley. Thanks to our solution providers. Today they were: Compass Education, @2simpleuk.bsky.social, Showbie, @thirdspacelearning.bsky.social, @literacycounts.bsky.social, Anntech and Intelligent Evidence. More info at: nexus.education and contracts.education
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
For #InternationalWomensDay, we have 100s of blogs written by women, for women. Check them out here: bit.ly/47o0dWf. #IWD2026, #InternationalWomensDay2026, #IWD
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
When thinking about their #wellbeing, three researchers decided to think about their 'imagined futures'. Written by: @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social, Amber Browne and Joe Rose. bit.ly/4d04rqH #Burnout, #Vocation, #Teaching.
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Encouraging teacher wellbeing in the present through imagining the future - Nexus Education
When thinking about their wellbeing, three researchers decided to think about their 'imagined futures'.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Explore the hidden costs of school lettings and learn how to calculate #ROI. Discover whether in-house management or a school lettings company offers the most sustainable and profitable solution. bit.ly/3P6YwWQ #Budget, #Lettings.
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Hidden Costs: In-House vs Outsourced School Lettings Company
Explore the hidden costs of school lettings and how to calculate ROI. Discover whether in-house or a professional school lettings company offers the most profitable solution.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
This morning, we were back #NeXworking on the #Wirral. We were with a large group of SBMs. Supporting us were: Everywhen, CES, @schoolsuk.bsky.social, Anntech, @thenationalcollege.bsky.social, Aspire People Ltd and Eteach- thank you! Find out more at: nexus.education or contracts.education.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
This morning we were #Nexworking with a group of SBMs in #Middlesbrough. Our events help schools save both time and money. Thanks to: Veritas, @iamcompliant.bsky.social, @thenationalcollege.bsky.social and Weduc. For more information visit: nexus-education.com or contracts.education.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Listening Rooms capture the most authentic voices when conducting research in #education. Written by a group of researchers including @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/t... #Diversity, #Inclusion, #Equity.
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The Power of Listening - Nexus Education
Listening Rooms capture the most authentic voices when conducting research in education.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Registration is open for students to apply for the UK Mathematics Challenge (UKMC). bit.ly/451L6kg #Maths, #KS3, #KS4, #STEM.
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UK Maths Challenge - Nexus Education
Registration is open for students to apply for the UK Mathematics Challenge (UKMC).
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
87.5% of Headteachers say they are ‘concerned’ or ‘very concerned’ about pupil mental health and wellbeing within their school- School Insights Report 2025. bit.ly/4aLEr1j #SEN, #Recruitment, #Retention, #MentalHealthAndWellbeing.
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Spencer Clarke Group Release School Insights Report 2025 - Nexus Education
87.5% of Headteachers say they are ‘concerned’ or ‘very concerned’ about pupil mental health and wellbeing within their school- School Insights Report.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
How the New Year can be an opportunity to start afresh with 'that' co-worker so you'll not waste unnecessary energy on something you cannot control. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/s... 2026, #NewYear, #NewStart.
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Start the School Year Fresh - Nexus Education
How the New Year can be an opportunity to start afresh with 'that' co-worker so you'll not waste unnecessary energy on something you cannot control.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
Wishing everyone a Happy New Year from all of us at Nexus Education! As 2025 comes to a close, we want to share a heartfelt thanks to our incredible community. Your trust, dedication, contribution and support have made this year truly meaningful. May 2026 be just as successful!
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
How can immersive technologies like AR amplify learning? nexus-education.com/blog-posts/3... #AR, #STEM, #EdTech
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3D Storytelling: A New Dimension in Learning - Nexus Education
How can immersive technologies like AR amplify learning?
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
As #Christmas approaches, everyone is tired and has so much to do. This blog shares how to survive to the end of term with our colleagues. bit.ly/48ZDCzc #December, #EndOfTerm, #TeacherWellbeing.
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Harper Lee’s Guide to Surviving December in Education - Nexus Education
Christmas is approaching, everyone is tired and has so much to do. This blog shares how to survive to the end of term with our colleagues.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Teachers' calendars are filled with #festive events and the ever-growing pressure of home and school life. Gemma shares how to not feel overwhelmed. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/m... #Burnout, #WorkLifeBalance, #Christmas.
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How to manage your time effectively on the run up to Christmas - Nexus Education
Teachers calendars are filled with festive events and the ever-growing pressure of home and school life. Gemma shares how to not feel overwhelmed.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Damien was #NeXworkig with 13 heads in Cumbria. They met Weduc & The Outdoor Classroom App virtually, followed by TEM, Schoot, apetito & @literacycounts.bsky.social in person. Also, 3PLearning who couldn't make it, but still supported the group via our £1k donation! Info at: nexus-education.com
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Alternative Provision students often come with histories of exclusion, trauma, or significant disengagement from #school. Effective #mentors adapt and build relationships. bit.ly/48iKOYd #SEN, #ALN, #AP, #AlternativeProvision
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Supporting SEND Students - Nexus Education
AP students often come with histories of exclusion, trauma, or significant disengagement from school. Effective mentors adapt and build relationships.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
When there is too much to do, can we let go of perfectionism, redefine success and allow ourselves more compassion? nexus-education.com/blog-posts/l... #Wellbeing, #MentalHealth, #Burnout, #Perfection.
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Letting Go of Perfection in Teaching - Nexus Education
When there is too much to do, can we let go of perfectionism, redefine success and allow ourselves more compassion?
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Developing children's emotional literacy in #school and at home, facilitating conversations to help them develop their ability to communicate. Written by @mrts-ects.bsky.social and @mymoodstars.bsky.social. bit.ly/4oeIKFh #EmontionalLiteracy, #SEN, #SENCO, #ALN, #ALNCO
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Developing Pupils Emotional Literacy - Nexus Education
Developing children's emotional literacy in school and at home, facilitating conversation to help them develop their ability to communicate.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
This morning was spent #NeXworking with Kirkby Heads and SBMs. A big thank you to: Act Fast First Aid, AnnTech, @thenationalcollege.bsky.social, Schoot, @zeneducate.bsky.social, Daisy Education, and Aspire People for supporting us. Find out more at: www.nexus-education.com.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
As the demand for #SEND support continues to grow, and #schools face a persistent attendance crisis, we assess the value of interventions and holistic support to ensure pupils are able to access learning and re-engage with #education.   bit.ly/3JKE8J7 #SEN, #ALN, #ASD, #ADHD, #EAL.
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The Growing Need for Individualised Pupil Support - Nexus Education %
A look at how tailored 1-to-1 tutoring can transform outcomes for young people, as the attainment gap continues to widen.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
The Christmas season can be an exciting and magical time, but for some students, it can be overwhelming. The Spencer Clarke Group shares how to make #Christmas accessible for all. bit.ly/48lJAeF #ASD, #SEN, #Inclusion, #Education
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How To Create a More Inclusive Christmas for Neurodivergent Children - Nexus Education
The Christmas season can be an exciting and magical time, but for some students, it can be overwhelming. Here's how to make Christmas accessible for all.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Emotional regulation is essential for effective learning. Teachers play a key role in helping pupils develop social-emotional skills. Written by @mrts-ects.bsky.social. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/s... #EmotionalRegulation, #WorldKindnessDay, #AntiBullyingWeek.
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Supporting Pupils’ Emotional Regulation - Nexus Education
Emotional regulation is essential for effective learning. Teachers play a key role in helping pupils develop social-emotional skills.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Spencer Clarke Group are exploring how teaching kindness can inspire meaningful change, not just on #WorldKindnessDay, but every day. bit.ly/4nXehM3 #AntiBullyingWeek.
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How Teachers Can Inspire Care and Compassion in Schools - Nexus Education
Spencer Clarke Group are exploring how teaching kindness can inspire meaningful change, not just on World Kindness Day, but every day.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Many children affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences aren’t being deliberately defiant- their behaviour reflects #trauma, not rebellion. bit.ly/3JylJ1Y #ACE, #AdverseChildhoodExperiences, #BehaviourManagement.
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Understanding ACEs: Why Every School Needs to Look Beyond Behaviour - Nexus Education
Many children affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences aren’t being deliberately defiant- their behaviour reflects trauma, not rebellion.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
What could the proposed introduction of a new Digital ID mean for #education? Is it controversial, or could it help track students’ progress? Written by: @drjohnj.bsky.social. bit.ly/3WECiMI
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Digital ID. A Dystopian Nightmare or a Useful Educational Tool? - Nexus Education
What could the proposed introduction of a new Digital ID mean for education? Is it controversial, or could it track students’ progress?
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
While Bonfire Night is a fun event, it also poses safety risks to children. #Teachers need to raise awareness about the safety of Bonfire Night. @spencerclarke.bsky.social. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/b... #November5th, #GuyFawkesNight, #BonfireNight.
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Bonfire Night Safety Tips For Children - Nexus Education
While Bonfire Night is a fun event, it also poses safety risks to children. Teachers need to raise awareness about Bonfire Night safety.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Let's talk storytelling without the constraints and strings attached. bit.ly/47r8uba #EnglishAndLiteracy, #Reading, #BehaviourManagement
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The Gift of Storytelling in Primary Schools - Nexus Education
Let's talk storytelling without the constraints and strings attached.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Emotional regulation is essential for effective learning. Teachers play a key role in helping pupils develop social-emotional skills. Written by @mrts-ects.bsky.social. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/s... #EmotionalRegulation, #SEL, #SocialandEmotionalLearning.
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George Harris @historylecturer.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
This has been by far my most popular blog-post over the years. I'm a former teacher and former senior examiner, so I'm sure it's good advice. @nexuseduk.bsky.social @htenuk.bsky.social @newtscotland.bsky.social georgehharris.blogspot.com/2014/02/basi...
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Basic history essay-writing advice
Every exam board publishes its mark schemes on-line. The candidate who wants to do well should study those mark schemes, because differ...
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
On #WorldMentalHealthDay, @pennywpennyw.bsky.social urges us to evaluate our work-life balance. Are we giving ourselves and our family as much priority as our role? nexus-education.com/blog-posts/f... #MentalHealth, #Wellbeing, #Burnout, #WorkLifeBalance, #WMHD.
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Finding the Work-Life Balance - Nexus Education
On World Mental Health Day, we are urged to assess our work-life balance. Are we giving ourselves and our family as much priority as our role?
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
For the 4th #NeXworking session this week, Damien was with Cambridgeshire SBMs. Supporting us were @iamcompliant.bsky.social, Weduc, YPO, @thenationalcollege.bsky.social, Apetito and Act Fast First Aid. Thank you. Now it's time to head home for a well-earned rest! More info: nexus-education.com
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Funding - Nexus Education
Nexus Education has donated over £100,000 to schools utilising their free #NeXworking sessions to save time and money when procuring or researching.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
For the 3rd #NeXworking session of the week, Mike was with SBMs in Telford. We also had Towergate Insurance, Step into Teaching, YPO, @iamcompliant.bsky.social, @rm-technology.bsky.social and MPS supporting us. We are so grateful to them. Find out more here: nexus-education.com
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
For the 2nd #NeXworking session, Damien was with Norfolk SBMs procuring solutions pertinent to their schools' needs. Thanks to @TheNatCollege, @CompassEdu, @iAMCompliant, @stepintoteach, @actfastfirst, @Clarion_Comms and @SchoolsChoice. 2 more events tomorrow! More info at: www.nexus-education.com
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
At the start of a busy week, Mike was #NeXworking in Lincolnshire with a group of SBMs. Our events wouldn't be possible without the support of our providers. We had iAMCompliant, @compasseducation.bsky.social, WeducUK, YPO, @thenationalcollege.bsky.social and Act Fast First Aid along with us🙂
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Reflection in #HE teaching helps educators face challenges, embrace authentic teaching, and create inclusive learning environments. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/o... #FE, #HigherEducation, #TeachingandLearning
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Overcoming Challenges - Nexus Education
Reflection in HE teaching helps educators face challenges, embrace authentic teaching, and create inclusive learning environments.
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George Harris @historylecturer.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
One blog-post is notes I made for an on-line discussion of Wordsworth. It should interest all students and maybe teachers. Goes well beyond what "everybody knows". @nexuseduk.bsky.social #Wordsworth #DoveCottage @englishassociation.bsky.social georgehharris.blogspot.com/2020/09/word...
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Wordsworth: Nature and Wellbeing
Recently I led a small on-line discussion group about Wordsworth. I do not pretend to be a scholar of the subject, but my notes might be...
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George Harris @historylecturer.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Several of my blog-posts might be of interest to teachers. This one is based on close experience over many years. @nexuseduk.bsky.social @htenuk.bsky.social georgehharris.blogspot.com/2020/10/camb...
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Cambridge admissions interviews
I have seen one or two tweets in the last few days asking for advice for applicants for Cambridge. How should they prepare for interviews?...
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
After leaving teaching, Lloyd reflects on how and why he got into such a dark place. For him, a large part of it was the hashtag#education system. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/l... #Burnout, #Depression, #MentalHealth.
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Life after Teaching? - Nexus Education
A year after leaving teaching due to mental health issues. Lloyd reflects on the education system and is campaigning for change.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
How to Engage Parents in Taking an Active Role in Their Child's Education. @pennywpennyw.bsky.social provides Advice and #Support. nexus-education.com/blog-posts/b... #ParentalEngagement, #Behaviour, #Education.
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Bringing Parents on Board - Nexus Education
How to engage parents to take an active role in their child's education. Penny Whelan provides advice and support.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
What would we learn about ourselves if our peers completed a personality test on us? Orla Carlin shares how it could help us become better educators. bit.ly/45Rzcua
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Why peer personality tests might make us more pro active teachers? - Nexus Education
What would we learn about ourselves if our peers completed a personality test on us? Orla Carlin shares how it could help us become better educators.
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NexusEdUK @nexuseduk.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Get your voice heard: nexus-education.com/blogging-gui...
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