We broke down the ‘us and them’ feeling between middle and senior leaders Sharon Freeley Headteacher at Broadlea Primary (Isle of Wight, South East) Leading Together helped turn a struggling school into one with high aspirations for every pupil.
Finding the balance between parenting and a new teaching career Claire Newman Primary teacher at Larks Hill Junior and Infant School (Yorkshire and the Humber) Claire shares her experience as a parent training to teach, with support from Teach First networks.
Connecting with other career changers helped me grow as a teacher Arun Balaraman Science teacher at Saltley Academy (Birmingham, West Midlands) Trainee Arun had never worked or been taught in an English school. Despite this, he's thrived.
“Black history is British history” Josh Garry and Sam Jones Deputy Head of Department (History) at Platanos College (Josh) and Lead Practitioner (Humanities and Teaching and Learning) at Bolder Academy (Sam) Two ambassadors share the importance of teaching diversity in history lessons all year round.
Lightbulb moments and building confidence on the Careers Leader programme Jennifer Wilby Careers Leader at Coleridge Community College (Cambridge, East of England) In spite of a challenging year, new careers leader Jennifer has been able to hit the ground running.
My teacher opened doors I thought I’d never walk through Elisha Pupil at Da Vinci Academy (Derbyshire, East Midlands) Thanks to the determination of staff at Da Vinci Academy, Elisha’s future is full of opportunity.
Building a school leadership team from the ground up Amanda Arnold Executive Head at Delves Junior School (Walsall, West Midlands) Leading Together helped Amanda improve a struggling school, transforming its expectations.
Embarking on a school improvement journey in my first headship role Paul Greenhalgh Headteacher at Hazel Wood High School (Bury, North West) Paul's experience of Leading Together developed a strong culture of unity in his school.
6 reasons to do an NPQ with Teach First - according to our candidates Teach First team We asked our current NPQ candidates why they chose to do their qualification with Teach First.
Headship can be lonely - but not with Teach First’s networks David Crosby Founding Principal of King’s Leadership Academy Bolton (Greater Manchester, North West) Thanks to the support of Heads Forward, headteacher David is learning to thrive.
Seeking help for my wellbeing made me a better teacher Sonti Ramirez History teacher at Greig City Academy (Haringey, London) Trainee Sonti made use of her school and Teach First networks to get support to deal with stress.
Relocating for the Training Programme - what’s it like? Teach First team Three trainees share their best advice on moving house and making friends on the Training Programme.