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Saima Saleh

@saimasaleh.bsky.social
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UK primary school teacher of over 30 years, NATRE (National Association of Teachers of Religious Education) exec member/ Local Groups Officer, Race and Education Film Club Co- Founder- Surrey SACRE member.

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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Thanks Sarah- all our pupils are getting an iPad each from September- so this will come in useful!
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined in the chat! I loved the vibe on Bluesky- felt great to have such a positive connection with like minded folks!! #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
As much practical engagement as possible! Most of my learners love hands on activities as well as recording visuals and audio tracks such as podcasts - #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Signposting some reading again! Not just about assessment #rechatuk I featured the following item on a past PowerPoint for local group leaders called A new inclusive way of planning for teachers of RE in special schools by Anne Krisman 2013. Worth a read! www.reonline.org.uk/tag/send/
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
For anyone else like me who has never heard of this # rechatuk ❤️
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Reminds me of the time I made a temporary synagogue in one of our disused huts using all my Jewish artefacts #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Signposting alert!!! #rechatuk Louisa Jane Smith, NATRE exec member and host of The RE Podcast, produces weekly, bite sized episodes on all things RE related. Here is the episode on SEND: S17 E6: The One About SEND in RE www.therepodcast.co.uk/post/s17-e6-...
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S17 E6: The One About SEND in RE
Last year, Ofsted published it's new inspection framework and the word that weaves through everything is INCLUSION. It is now a separate area of inspection. And the list of students we need to include...
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Do you have a link for plickers? I’m intrigued!! #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
@natre-update.bsky.social ❤️
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Trending Tags (Beta) @trendtags.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
🚀 BlueSky trending hashtags (15m): #art #nsfw #pridemonth #photography #furry #thefilmcrowd #vore #mcm #furryart #oc #monochromemonday #ffxiv #pride #digitalart #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#rechatuk For assessment, I’d use a mixture of Observation Verbal responses Visual evidence Audio/ visual recordings Practical demonstrations Smaller success criteria
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
For our Buddhist unit, we made our own prayer flags, joined them up and took them outside to waft in the air while I lit an incense stick in the background. It was so atmospheric #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Just to going to do a bit of signposting for further reading; #rechatuk This training toolkit that I came across is also a good read dera.ioe.ac.uk/id/eprint/13...
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#rechatuk I often get my TAs to help with the following: Pre-teaching vocabulary Scaffolding discussion Encouraging independence rather than over-supporting Clarifying concepts using visuals or prompts
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#rechatuk. It’s about high challenge, low threat. I find that getting children to do more in groups helps children to feel valued and not as threatened as they don’t need to speak in front of the class
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#rechatuk Clear structure and predictable routines are really vital- Visual timetables and explicit expectations help too. Preparation for sensory experiences (music, candles, visitors) Social Stories autismbehaviorservices.com/social-stori... Opportunities for quiet reflection spaces
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
To use it to help pay for trips, workshops, artefacts #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
This is a really good point! What do you think is the best answer for helping with this? #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#rechatuk Some barriers might be dealing with abstract concepts (faith, symbolism, morality) Others might include Heavy language demands Sensory overload during activities Difficulties with discussion or written reflection
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
I’m a huge fan of pre teaching vocab - love a flash card and any excuse to write on the window!! #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#rechatuk I use a lot of multisensory learning (stories, artefacts, music, role play) and Widget to help support visual communication widgitonline.com/en/home
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Widgit Online
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Hi Sarah! #rechatuk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Great that you are here Sally!
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NATRE @natre-update.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Just add your thoughts and contributions to the discussion and use the hashtag #REchatUK
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Welcome to the very first #rechatuk @natre-update.bsky.social on this platform!!! It’s great to be here and @chrisnatre.bsky.social and I look forward to chatting with you about #RE and #SEND for the next hour. Grab a drink of your choice and join in the conversation. Who’s here and ready?
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Welcome to the very first #rechatuk @natre-update.bsky.social on this platform!!! It’s great to be here and @chrisnatre.bsky.social and I look forward to chatting with you about #RE and #SEND for the next hour. Grab a drink of your choice and join in the conversation. Who’s here and ready?
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
5 mins to go until the very first @natre-update.bsky.social chat goes live! Get the kettle on and then join @chrisnatre.bsky.social and I for the next hour to chat all things #RE and #SEND. Follow the hashtag #rechatuk See you there!
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Ruth Marx @mzmarxre.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Wow #arieac still processing much of what was said on Thursday at our conference. I loved the fact we ended on practical ways we can enact much of what was said- places we can go and direct teachers for to find those diverse voices in RE..
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
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Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition @freedomflotilla.bsky.social · 08/06/2025
Israel’s Defense Minister has once again threatened unlawful force against civilians, attempting to justify violence with baseless smears. We will not be intimidated. The 'Madleen' is a peaceful civilian vessel, unarmed and sailing in international waters with humanitarian aid and ...2/
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Ah- thanks for thinking about us x
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Do join the Race and Education Film Club on Thursday 19th June from 5.30- 6.30 pm BST to discuss this term’s documentary ‘Deconstructing Karen’, which looks at the theme of whiteness and gender. free-dm or leave a message below for an invite. #antiracism #filmclub #whiteness #deconstructingkaren
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Deconstructing Karen
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
This is perfect! Thanks for your help! 🙌🏽
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Are you a teacher of #RME in #Scotland ? Would you like to network with like-minded teachers? Please drop me a DM or leave a reply below and I’ll explain how @natre.bsky.social can help to set this up. 🤩
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
David- just the man!!! I’m trying to set up a new networking group in Scotland for either primary student teachers or RME secondary teachers. Do you think you could help me here? I’d really appreciate it! 🙌🏽
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
After a LONG time, my head is starting to clear! Preps are under way for Season 4 of the #RaceAndEducationFilmClub. Watch this space for more info! Janet Orchard Alexandra Brown Merryn Davis
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Dr Elizabeth Mackintosh @drelizabethmac1.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Wonderful to have the @oxfordinterfaith.bsky.social here on @bsky.app from a proud fellow! #theosky #philsky
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
More books! With thanks to 2 of the best people who inspired me to challenge myself and my pupils: @marymyatt.bsky.social and the late @missdcox.bsky.social whose legacy will always live on. ♥️🤲🏽
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Some of my fave books:
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
I’ve noted many great snippets from this book- I love it!!
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
I did my Culham research project on this- pop me an email and I’ll send you my presentation- localgroups@natre.org.uk
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Enjoy! I love mine! ♥️
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Saima Saleh @saimasaleh.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
I’m still in shock! Dawn was always there for others. She offered me such great support in my journey with cancer right up to her last day. I am so sorry that your world has turned upside down. May Dawn rest in eternal peace. 🤲🏽💔
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Nuzhat Uthmani @nuthmani.bsky.social · 06/04/2025
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Nuzhat Uthmani @nuthmani.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
UN "Around 100 CHILDREN have either been killed or injured EVERY DAY since the ceasefire collapsed in Gaza." Nothing to see here - just over 15000 dead children. A stain on humanity.
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Nuzhat Uthmani @nuthmani.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Some great resources here 👇🏽
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North East Religious Learning Resources Centre @religiousrc.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Lovely to have a visit of teachers from Esh C of E Primary School to explore our resources - they were very happy with what they took away! #TeamRE
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Zarah Sultana MP @zarahsultana.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Energy bills up 6.4% — while network providers raked in £4 billion in “excess” profits over four years. Water bills up 26% — while firms paid £78 billion in dividends since privatisation & racked up £64 billion in debt. End this scam. Bring water & energy into public ownership.
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