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Birmingham, United Kingdom
Joined August 2020
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On SNJ Today: @SendTwinkl 's Michelle Windridge explores the real reasons why children starting reception, many this week, have been facing difficulties with so-called "school readiness" What can health and family support systems do to better support them? specialneedsjungle.com/healt…
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'When are we going to play?' The move to year 1 is a step-change for young pupils. Play-based learning is vital for engagement, wellbeing, progress. Michelle Windridge – @MrsPrimary_EYFS – offers practical strategies for KS1 classrooms buff.ly/vSCTS1m #schools #teaching
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'When are we going to play?' The move to year 1 is a step-change for young pupils. Play-based learning is vital for engagement, wellbeing, progress. Michelle Windridge – @MrsPrimary_EYFS – offers practical strategies for KS1 classrooms: buff.ly/vSCTS1m #schools #teaching
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What does Ofsted really look like in 2026? @MrsPrimary_EYFS is joined by Laura Shepherd to share a real EYFS inspection experience. 🎧 Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/6TY… #ofsted #eyfs #leadership #education #school #edutwitter #podcast
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With school‑based nurseries growing fast, #EarlyYears leadership can’t be delegated & forgotten. @MrsPrimary_EYFS argues why primary school leaders need presence, understanding & strategic ownership to secure the best start for every child: buff.ly/Iq8BuOR #schools
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The early years workforce is at breaking point. School-based provision can offer the stability, CPD & progression staff need. Michelle Windridge – @MrsPrimary_EYFS – explores how #schools can strengthen retention, support SEND & value early years expertise buff.ly/pc1g8fj
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Commenting at the @NEUnion Annual Conference in Brighton this morning, Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the NEU, urged the government to invest in embedding play throughout the early years and primary curriculum. #playislearning #eyfs #earlyyears #primary #continuousprovision
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The early years workforce is at breaking point. School-based provision can offer the stability, CPD & progression staff need. Michelle Windridge – @MrsPrimary_EYFS – explores how #schools can strengthen retention, support SEND & value early years expertise buff.ly/pc1g8fj
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With school‑based nurseries growing fast, #EarlyYears leadership can’t be delegated & forgotten. @MrsPrimary_EYFS argues why primary school leaders need presence, understanding & strategic ownership to secure the best start for every child buff.ly/Iq8BuOR #schools
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With school‑based nurseries growing fast, #EarlyYears leadership can’t be delegated & forgotten. @MrsPrimary_EYFS argues why primary school leaders need presence, understanding & strategic ownership to secure the best start for every child: buff.ly/Iq8BuOR #schools
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Why is play-based learning still non-statutory in England’s KS1? MPs are urging the govt to reconsider. Join @MrsPrimary_EYFS (National Lead for Early Years) as she discusses why the "playful" approach shouldn't stop at Reception. Read: twinkl.co.uk/l/lea4y #EduTwitter
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"Policy-led, community-rooted, and built to last." ✨ Hear @MrsPrimary_EYFS explain the three strategic decisions that determine the long-term sustainability of your early years provisionπŸ‘‡ eu1.hubs.ly/H0rY16j0 #EarlyYearsMatters #Edutwitter
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"We want a system that is done with the sector, not to it." Sir Martyn Oliver discusses the new Ofsted framework and the ambition to build a fairer, more inclusive inspection system. Read more: twinkl.co.uk/l/1hmv6n #Ofsted #EducationNews #UKTeachers @MrsPrimary_EYFS
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In this episode of Leading With, Sir Martyn Oliver reflects on how inspection is becoming more collaborative and supportive, with a focus on inclusion, early years and outcomes for every child. πŸ‘‰ Hear how inspection is changing: open.spotify.com/episode/0JZ… @MrsPrimary_EYFS
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Better start, better journey. In this episode, @MrsPrimary_EYFS speaks with Alex Armstrong and Anna Hughes about using SBN grant funding to expand early years provision, meet local childcare needs, and build strong foundations from birth. Listen now: shorturl.at/jNaBM
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When Twinkl's National Education Lead, @MrsPrimary_EYFS, sat down with Sir Martyn Oliver, they didn't just talk policy. They talked about the human side of leadership. We can't wait for you to hear it. Watch this space to stay up to dateπŸ‘€ #edutwitter #education #leaders
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Why Play-Based Learning Matters πŸ‘‡ twinkl.co.uk/l/p2xws
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Reimagining primary education: Creating a place of belonging for the youngest children. twinkl.co.uk/l/nc368
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