Chris Read @chrisjread.bsky.social Schools, teacher education, and governance.
MAT trustee. Manager in a SCITT. Governor of a primary. Dad.
Was MAT Head of CPD, Manager at Ambition Institute. Secondary English teacher.
Mr Pughsley @scottpughsley.bsky.social Associate Vice Principal - T&L - Inclusion - NASENco - Dad of 5 - Husband of 1 - Gegrapher 🌍 
Bruce Robertson @brucenextlevel.bsky.social Next Level Educational CEO: Powering up professional development for teachers and leaders | Author of The Teaching Delusion trilogy and Power Up series | TEACHING POWERUPS
NextLevelEducational.com
TeachingPowerUps.com
SouthGlosHead @southgloshead.bsky.social Executive Headteacher. Head of Inclusion for Leaf Trust. Blog a bit. Author: Headteachering (published with Bloomsbury in Oct). Occasional speaker. Was Ultra Runner, now (bionic) cyclist.
Aaron King @9000lives.org Inclusion | SEND | Schools
Be kind, even if someone's different to you.
98% positive. Yorkshire. #Edusky #SENDSky #Inclusion
www.9000lives.org/edu-blog/
@sencotaylor.bsky.social @sencotaylor.bsky.social 
Mrs R @mrs-r-sendco.bsky.social Mummy, SENDCo, book lover, keen home sewer, teacher of 12 years, Cornish born and bred. 
Debs @debs-sendco.bsky.social Educator
Socialist
Runner
Dog lover
Menopausal woman
National SEND & Inclusion Conference @sendconf.bsky.social The National SEND & Inclusion Conference | Returning 12th March 2025 | Hosted by TEAM Education Trust and Triumph Learning Trust | Posts @mrmattmorris.bsky.social
www.sendconference.org
#SENDCONF25
Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social #SaveOurChildrensRights Parent-led special educational needs and disability #SEND website. UK-based, strategic advocacy, resources, and information to help improve the lives of children & young people with disabilities and their families. Volunteers.
SEND Warrior Mum making a difference! ( same as Twitter!) @sendwarriormum.bsky.social 🌟LETS HOPE THAT WE CAN REBUILD OUR COMMUNITY ON HERE!!🌟
Parentcarer, Speaker, Podcast Host of ‘Sharing The Load as an Unpaid Carer’ on X, campaigning to secure my #Autistic #PDA #ADHD son’s future,driving change, #educating and empowering #SEND families!♿️
Chris Bateman @ckbateman.bsky.social Deputy Headteacher (Behaviour, Attendance and Culture)
Passionate about the power of leadership.
DDSL | EVC | MSc Leadership and Management with #ourNCEjourney | NPQH with Ambition and NTSH
All views are my own. 
Emma Luckhurst @emmaluckhurst.bsky.social Principal Lecturer and Head of Primary Education @ University of Wolverhampton. Passionate about Initial Teacher Education
⭐️ Be informed
⭐️ Be inspiring
⭐️ Be influential
Views my own
Lucy Cox @lucyloo67.bsky.social Brent NEU and Executive member
SEND teacher
Socialist
Loves cats, kids & food
Anna Fazackerley @annafazack.bsky.social Education journalist, write for The Observer & The Guardian, keen on walking, wine, kindness, the aptly used expletive. Totally over misogyny and hoping this place is better. 
Kevin Woods @kevinedwoods.bsky.social Domiciliary Carer. Proud Dad, Grandad. Enjoy tennis 🎾 walking,gardening,exercise,cats,life.
#FBNHS #FBPE #MuscularDystrophy #WeAreZest #ChangingPlaces #SENDcrisis 🌊 DM's on request only. Bluesky 9/11/24
Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social Learning Disability England is a movement for change. Our members are people with learning disabilities, families, & organisations. We work for human rights, equality & good lives.
https://www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/
Mary Cole @dmcricketwidow.bsky.social European. SEND parent and campaigner.
Jessica Lister RNLD @jessicaldnurse.bsky.social Consultant Nurse -Learning Disabilities. Clinical Academic MBA, PgDip, #RNLD. UKLDCNN Chair. Passionate about equality. #ChooseLDNursing. View are my own.
Elaine Amy @elaineamy.bsky.social Mum to neurodivergent kids (adopted 6&7 now teens) #autistic
Interested in adoption, fostering, kinship, trauma, autism, adhd, FASD, send
*Just want to surround myself with decent humans*
Also NVR therapeutic parenting practitioner - @elainenvr.bsky.social
Elaine Nicholls NVR @elainenvr.bsky.social Therapeutic parenting delivered virtually
Advanced NVR
DDP 2
Mental health nursing BScHons
Trauma-informed practice MA (ongoing)
Challenging behaviour
Fractured relationships
Attachment/trauma
Neurodivergence
https://linktr.ee/elainenvr
Louise Selby Dyslexia @louiseselby.bsky.social Author of Morph Mastery & All About Dyslexia (Primary & Secondary). Trainer, consultant, assessor, teacher & adviser in dyslexia, Spld, send & literacy. Lover of The Muppets.
Lauren Brown - QE Insights @laurendigest.bsky.social Former teacher, SENDCo and Deputy Head - now writing articles for the #Twinkl newsroom, QE Insights, about all things SEND.
🌱⛈️🌳Lynn How FCCT 🌈 @positive-y-mind.bsky.social Mum✳️@TeacherToolkit editor✳️ SEND & Wellbeing consultant ✳️ Author ✳️ Climber ✳️SENCo✳️Coach✳️MA NPQH NASENCO✳️ #TheWellbeingLady✳️#SBS winner 🏆.
Sarah_Mama Bear @sarahmamabear2.bsky.social Mama to 2 beautiful girls 🤍💙 #SEND #autism #ADHD #PDA #SPD 🏴🏴
Kirsty @kirsty1.bsky.social Former primary AHT and mum of twins. Politics, EYFS & SEN. Considered dipping a toe back into school life - ended up manager of a beautiful Froebelian forest preschool. Value play, exploration, research and childhood. 🇪🇺
Tom Crossland @parkhouseprincipal.bsky.social Proprietor | Clinical Psychologist | Advocate for inclusive education & universal human rights | Supporting everyone to thrive and be the best version of themselves | Ultramarathon runner
HeidiC @heidic2023.bsky.social UK Primary SENDco. Mum, Nana. Love gardens and books.
Miss B @missb5.bsky.social Primary School Teacher 👩🏻🏫 • Geography Lead 🌍• Primary SENCo🌻 • Psychology 👩🏻🎓• Trauma Informed/Thrive trained • DDSL • Gouache painting hobbyist 👩🏻🎨
Justine Bailey @jb9876.bsky.social Director not for profit supporting #parentcarers of #SEND 0-25 CYP in Trafford Parent Carer of #Neurodivergent Son with complex #MH and co existing challenges committed to influencing change and culture/attitudes around ND. ND adult.
JenShute @jenshute.bsky.social PhD Education Student, Research Assistant, Autism Coach/Tutor, Associate Lecturer
Inclusion - SEND - chronic illness - critical pedagogy
Glad to be here - hoping to connect with and learn from like-minded people...
Views are my own.
Please, no DMs.
Beth Pope @bevel2.bsky.social UK education, reading, dyslexia, literacy difficulties, books, politics, climate, skiing, sailing, maps, sewing, swimming... in some sort of order.
exteacher 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ @exteacher.bsky.social Ex science teacher and PSHE lead 15 years in schools/now a ESRC funded full time PhD student looking at the experiences of autistic adolescents in mainstream school. Recently diagnosed autistic
Ex-twitter -honestteacher72
Loyal BHAFC season ticket holder
Ros Luff @rashar.bsky.social "Life is too important to be taken seriously" OW
Here for laughs, art, pottery and SEND.
Ducking life's curveball and still smiling, just.
Penelope Shortland-Palmer @shortlandpalmer.bsky.social Shortland Palmer Education is a specialist provider for raising awareness around SEND and neurodivergence and improving outcomes and wellbeing within institutions. Available for conferences, training and independent consultancy.
@nurturehead.bsky.social @nurturehead.bsky.social Primary Headteacher, mum of 2 (one ASD)
Passionate about SEND, Inclusion and Nurture
Beginning our Trauma Informed Journey
Welsh girl living in Yorkshire 
@ho11and.bsky.social @ho11and.bsky.social English teacher, book lover, procrastinator
Sally K @southwestehcp.bsky.social 
Bodglett 🐌 @bodglett.bsky.social SEND Secondary Teacher
Snail lover
Mum of 1 ND young adult
Would love more time to crochet 🧶
ADHD Dude @adhddude.bsky.social Married to a neurodiverse wife, with neurodiverse children. I have ADHD and advocate for ADHD. 
Mrs Maths @reallygreyt.bsky.social Teacher, SENCo and dog loving didikai
Sharon L. Smith @sharonlsmith.bsky.social ‘Dr. mum’. Learning about: ‘wacky philosophies’, creative research approaches, education, disability, inclusion, (not)belonging, becoming, co-production, risk/vulnerability, policy, Down syndrome. Co-director Special Needs Jungle
https://linktr.ee/sharonls
Katherine Kowalski @saltwaterscribe.bsky.social Strategic communications consultant for sustainability, social change and small businesses | Writer (creative non-fiction, flash fiction, novel-in-prog) | Neurodivergent | Working parent carer / SEND system survivor | Based in Cornwall, UK.
OLT @olt-uk.bsky.social Helping teachers create inclusive classrooms! 💫 Online courses and free resources for supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs. Supporting local authorities and schools. #SEND #CPD #Education #SENCOS
Danielle Brown-Kelly @danniplusdopamine.bsky.social The main protagonist in the fight for a happier more inclusive world!
ADHD positive Psychology student promoting holistic therapy
Owner of Little Loves
Director of SEND Community Connected
#STFC loyal supporter
Dr Gabor Maté is my idol!
Mum Reports @thebluecorner.bsky.social Parent Carer & Supporter. Home educator & volunteer advocate.
Hannah @hanwan.bsky.social UK based freelance illustrator for nearly 25 yrs. Been doing that part time for the last 10 as I’m a FT specialist support worker for early years children with SEND. I’m also a mum with ADHD to 2 girls with ADHD/AuDHD. House full of squirrels!!
Judy Ellerby @judyellerby.bsky.social SEN and Disability Lead Policy Manager at the National Education Union. Parent campaigner on girls and autism.
Jane @everhopeful1000.bsky.social Mainly found trying to do the right thing in a world that has covered itself in red tape. #Autism #Apraxia #Advocacy
Lisa J @choctoothpaste.bsky.social CEnv. Nature, train journeys, walks in the hills. Autistic. LGBT. Parent to a fab daughter who types to communicate. AAC, SEND, inclusion. She / her.
Avoiding the dead bird app.
Down's Syndrome Association @dsa-uk.bsky.social We are a national organisation, committed to improving quality of life for people who have Down’s syndrome, promoting their right to be included on a full and equal basis with others.
Dr Fiona Gullon-Scott @figullonscott.bsky.social Clinical Psychologist & Programme Director DclinPsy Newcastle University UK. Autism researcher and consultant, passionate about understanding, EDI, and rights for neurodivergent people. Neurodivergent ally. Biker & Hiker in my free time. Views are my own.
Matt Keer @captaink77.bsky.social Mostly SEND, mostly for @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social
Simon Knight @simonknight100.bsky.social Joint Headteacher of a Special School with an interest in all things SEND and BWFC.
Meaghan Kall @kallmemeg.bsky.social Epidemiologist, public health trainee, mom, wife. Formerly @UKHSA. Disability advocate. Born 🇺🇸 Migrated 🇬🇧. 🏳️🌈 Personal account.
Ann @historyannics.bsky.social spins plates - history and heritage - politics, conflict and security - SEND - schools - governance - photos, usually of the sea - powered by coffee and crisps - phd fhea
Ruth Stanway Woodings @ruthfromgift.bsky.social Mum. Hugger. That Parent. EHCP Wrangler. Curator of comfy spaces for education, connection and care. Particular interest in spikey profiles, EOTAS and peer to peer support.
Penny Hastings @pennysenco.bsky.social Senco lead in high mobility inner city school. Setting up ASD base autumn 25 start. New to lifting weights and building strength in these weary bones. Need to sit by the sea every now and then.
Neil Jones NPQEL FCCT @neil-jones.bsky.social Special School Headteacher.
https://pbslpathways.org.uk/
Continuing the Adventures in School Leadership.
#ASD #specialschools #ABA #PBS
Fan of the learning potential in social media & of Leyton Orient FC.
Beth_Tastic @beth-tastic.bsky.social #SEND parent & advocate supporting families, working with schools/disability forums/health boards etc to help improve practices around disabilities. #ActuallyAutistic
Samantha Booth @samanthajbooth.bsky.social Deputy editor at Schools Week • mainly investigating SEND and inclusion • Sam is fine • Press Awards specialist journalist of 2025 • @schoolsweek.bsky.social
Charlotte Jones @charleyjones.bsky.social primary teacher ✨ year 5 ✨ upper school sendco ✨swiftie ✨
John Roberts @johngroberts.bsky.social SEND and inclusion editor at Tes. Dad of 2. SEND parent. john.roberts@tes.com
Darren Townsend @forrishilier.bsky.social Husband. Proud dad to 17yo boy. Codeclub leader, CoG at 3 fab schools. Digital Making advocate. RPi Certified Educator. Delivers bread.
Emma Knights @emmakn.bsky.social Former CEO of NGA; wrote The Power of Governance on the English school sector. For yrs worked in anti-poverty orgs mainly in 3rd sector. Now chair of Action21 local environmental charity, a passion as are books, pictures, theatre, laughs & social justice
Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social Award-winning journalism for schools, including news, analysis, research reviews and teaching and learning guides.
Ruth Swailes @ruthswailes.bsky.social Award winning Early Years and Primary Advisor, lead curriculum developer and author. Unashamedly child - centred EY nerd. Occasionally outspoken rebel with a cause. No unsolicited DM’s unless I know you, thanks.
Ruthswailes.com
Becky Gillespie @icarsbecky.bsky.social ICARS Team - UK Lead (International Coalition Against Restraint and Seclusion)
SEND_LISA @lisal24.bsky.social A mum to amazing autistic children. Advocate for #Housing #Education #CareAct #SEND #Autism #Neurodivergent #DisabilityJustice
Dave Rogers @daverogersmmceo.bsky.social CEO of Midland Mencap, leading a progressive citizen focussed and influenced organisation. Forty years experience of working across the social care sector. Big ticket interests - Housing, Health Inequalities, Employment, Co-Production
Oliver @oliverslt.bsky.social Lover of the outdoors. Cake eater, coffee drinker, food lover. Learning to thrive with Cauda Equina. Wondering what my next adventure will be. Taking life one day at a time.
Rebecca Matthews @rebeccamatthewspsy.bsky.social Sr Lecturer in Educ & Child Development. PhD Psychology student. Former primary teacher. Mum of 2. Interests- #birthtrauma, #maternitysafety, #ReproEthics, child development, parenting, BCYP mental health, education & learning. Opinions own.
Richard Adams @richada.bsky.social education editor, the Guardian
Jasmine Norden @jasminenorden.bsky.social Senior writer at Tes. Get in touch at jasmine.norden@tes.com
Chris Parr @chrisjparr.bsky.social Award-winning education journalist. Senior editor, Research Professional News. Formerly Times Higher Education.
Non-award-winning musician. 
Adam Vasco @vascoadam.bsky.social Director of Student Success. Leadership, anti-racism & cultural competence advocate. Team Square Peg. Scouse-Nigerian. Views are my own.
Natalie Packer @nataliepacker.bsky.social Director of Natalie Packer Educational Consultancy Ltd. SEND & School Improvement Consultant. Trustee of @L3arnat, Market Harborough.
@ged10.bsky.social @ged10.bsky.social 
Phoebe @phoebetep.bsky.social 👩🏼🏫Year 3 trainee Educational Psychologist
📖Thesis research exploring parental experiences of Alternative Provision
🐾Cocker spaniel parent
Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social MEd MRes Interested in narratives of neurodiversity, inclusive education, double empathy, EOTAS, neuroqueering. She/her.
Mrs Spence @mrscspence.bsky.social Assistant Headteacher, English and Oracy Lead in Worcester 
Andy Jolley @andyjolley.bsky.social Evidence based school meals campaigner & former School Governor
TBI survivor
Interests include Education, Social Justice & Concussion in Rugby
Dad to an Anxious Child @dadtoanxiouschild.bsky.social Dad of an anxious daughter (AD), husband to a Mum of an anxious daughter, Dad to a sister of the anxious daughter, there’s also a mad dog involved.
This might be a journal of our ongoing struggle through her anxiety. We're in the UK.
Tom Richmond @tom-richmond.com Education policy analyst. Host of 'Inside Your Ed' podcast (www.insideyoured.com). Former teacher, think tank director and government advisor. Follow my work here: https://linktr.ee/tomrichmond
Tim Marston @tmarstonht.bsky.social Headteacher with a new challenge.
Jon Biddle @jonnybid.bsky.social Year 5/6 teacher and English lead. Children's books and reading mostly, Blake's 7 sometimes. Currently reading: Toffee by Sarah Crossan.
Mr Kerry 👂🏼#antiracist #sesquipedalian @mrkerry.bsky.social husband,dad,American in UK. Teacher of small people.
Primary AHT.
Men Teach Primary!
Brain tumour survivor.
🖖🏼
There are only so many perfect heads, the rest are covered in hair.
Mr D Brian @dbrian2.bsky.social UK primary teacher. Interested in fairness/outcomes for all children.
PSHE Association @pshe-association.bsky.social The official professional body and charity for PSHE education – the school subject supporting children's safety, health, relationships & careers info@pshe-association.org.uk
Miss W 🌼🌳📚 @lornawatson16.bsky.social Assistant Headteacher. Well-being Lead. Behaviour Lead. Attendance Champion. KS2 Lead. English Lead. Passionate about Reading for Pleasure. ECT mentor. NASENCO. NPQH. Mum of 2 gorgeous boys. Love the wonder of nature. Kindness always.
MrTh0mps0n @mrth0mps0n.bsky.social Headteacher ♛ Q of E ♛ EVC ♛ NPQSL ♛ DSL ♛ MBA Student ♛ Paragliding ♛ Scouts ♛
Jeni Hooper @jenihooper.bsky.social Educational Psychologist now retired but remaining passionate about making education work for all children. Cancer survivor. Quiet times with knitting, reading and my allotment.
Mary Meredith @marymered.bsky.social Meg, Rach & Josie’s mum. Assistant Director, Learning & Skills, Hull City Council. ADCS National Education Policy Committee member.
Sally Michaels @sallyjmichaels.bsky.social Teacher. SENDCO. Head of AP at Blue Squid, Cambs. School governor. MCCT. (she/her)
Notice Productions @noticepro.bsky.social A youth-led film project based in Windsor, UK committed to tackling issues that matter | SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR WORK HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NoticePro/
Mark Richardson @markjrichardson.bsky.social Head Teacher Special School, Wakefield SEMH, NPQEL. Dad of two, LUFC
Jacqui Preston (she/her) @jacqui-deputy.bsky.social Deputy Headteacher- Trafford Alternative Education Provision.
Interests- inclusive education, SEND, Man Utd and my family 👩❤️👨🦮🐈🦎
Dr Craig Johnston @drcejohnston.bsky.social Assoc. Professor, ex-pro. Footballer, 35 years working with marginalised youth; co-founder: @AWCAcademics researching: #Alternativeprovision #exclusion #youth #class #disability Views are my own