Dr Emma Kell
@thosethatcan.bsky.social
Teacher, coach, writer, speaker, pragmatist. Specialisms: staff wellbeing, teacher retention.
TEDx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4ZEoYM3zHw
My website: https://www.those-that-can.com/
TEDx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4ZEoYM3zHw
My website: https://www.those-that-can.com/
#Freeschoolmeals. I know I'm admitting to terrible naivety and ignorance here, but I've spent the day staggered at how ANY family can survive on an income of £7400 a year, having realised that's it for those entitled to free school meals so far. In a first world country, in 2025. 1/2
June 5, 2025 at 8:33 PM
#Freeschoolmeals. I know I'm admitting to terrible naivety and ignorance here, but I've spent the day staggered at how ANY family can survive on an income of £7400 a year, having realised that's it for those entitled to free school meals so far. In a first world country, in 2025. 1/2
Returned today from the proudest of teacher-moments. The wedding of my former student Balan, with the best of best men from my tutor group from 2001-2006, Amit, in glorious Sicily. Even in the most challenging of weeks, it's impossible to forget what an honour this job is. 1/2
April 28, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Returned today from the proudest of teacher-moments. The wedding of my former student Balan, with the best of best men from my tutor group from 2001-2006, Amit, in glorious Sicily. Even in the most challenging of weeks, it's impossible to forget what an honour this job is. 1/2
Grateful for a week with two brilliant school teams.
Huge thanks to Alfriston School & Chess Valley Trust for your warmth, insight, and humour made the sessions on #teacherwellbeingselfcare truly special.
Always a privilege to do this work. Get in touch to find out more: www.those-that-can.com
Huge thanks to Alfriston School & Chess Valley Trust for your warmth, insight, and humour made the sessions on #teacherwellbeingselfcare truly special.
Always a privilege to do this work. Get in touch to find out more: www.those-that-can.com
April 25, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Grateful for a week with two brilliant school teams.
Huge thanks to Alfriston School & Chess Valley Trust for your warmth, insight, and humour made the sessions on #teacherwellbeingselfcare truly special.
Always a privilege to do this work. Get in touch to find out more: www.those-that-can.com
Huge thanks to Alfriston School & Chess Valley Trust for your warmth, insight, and humour made the sessions on #teacherwellbeingselfcare truly special.
Always a privilege to do this work. Get in touch to find out more: www.those-that-can.com
This weekend, I’m attending the wedding of a young man I taught from 2001-2006, and this is one of the many reasons why teaching is the best career in the world.
April 24, 2025 at 9:58 PM
This weekend, I’m attending the wedding of a young man I taught from 2001-2006, and this is one of the many reasons why teaching is the best career in the world.
NEW guest blog: A SCITT Survival Story
An #ECT opens up about the reality of teacher training while navigating grief and neurodivergence.
Read it here: www.those-that-can.com/a-scitt-surv...
#TeacherTraining #NeurodivergentVoices #Education #SCITT #WellbeingInSchools #BlueskyEdu
An #ECT opens up about the reality of teacher training while navigating grief and neurodivergence.
Read it here: www.those-that-can.com/a-scitt-surv...
#TeacherTraining #NeurodivergentVoices #Education #SCITT #WellbeingInSchools #BlueskyEdu
April 21, 2025 at 9:41 AM
NEW guest blog: A SCITT Survival Story
An #ECT opens up about the reality of teacher training while navigating grief and neurodivergence.
Read it here: www.those-that-can.com/a-scitt-surv...
#TeacherTraining #NeurodivergentVoices #Education #SCITT #WellbeingInSchools #BlueskyEdu
An #ECT opens up about the reality of teacher training while navigating grief and neurodivergence.
Read it here: www.those-that-can.com/a-scitt-surv...
#TeacherTraining #NeurodivergentVoices #Education #SCITT #WellbeingInSchools #BlueskyEdu
After 100s of hours (and 26 yrs), I’ve written the last sentences of my book, Real Lives of Teachers. It’s been a battle at times, but I’m finally proud.
These final words echo my late friend & headteacher Kevin, who taught me to believe my words mattered.
More soon. #teachers
These final words echo my late friend & headteacher Kevin, who taught me to believe my words mattered.
More soon. #teachers
April 18, 2025 at 6:11 PM
After 100s of hours (and 26 yrs), I’ve written the last sentences of my book, Real Lives of Teachers. It’s been a battle at times, but I’m finally proud.
These final words echo my late friend & headteacher Kevin, who taught me to believe my words mattered.
More soon. #teachers
These final words echo my late friend & headteacher Kevin, who taught me to believe my words mattered.
More soon. #teachers
NEW podcast appearance, in which I share as yet untold stories about guilt, presenteeism, hyperaccountability, over-work and the reasons why I am so passionate about the work I do now with schools on #wellbeing, #communication + thriving #cultures
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March 19, 2025 at 7:26 PM
NEW podcast appearance, in which I share as yet untold stories about guilt, presenteeism, hyperaccountability, over-work and the reasons why I am so passionate about the work I do now with schools on #wellbeing, #communication + thriving #cultures
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
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Intensive Easter Coaching with me, Emma Kell, of Those That Can Limited: back by popular demand! Spaces limited.
🪺 A trusting and non-judgemental space?
🐣 An opportunity to gain clarity and perspective?
🪴 A chance to articulate and enact your next steps?
DM for more detail. #coaching
🪺 A trusting and non-judgemental space?
🐣 An opportunity to gain clarity and perspective?
🪴 A chance to articulate and enact your next steps?
DM for more detail. #coaching
March 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Intensive Easter Coaching with me, Emma Kell, of Those That Can Limited: back by popular demand! Spaces limited.
🪺 A trusting and non-judgemental space?
🐣 An opportunity to gain clarity and perspective?
🪴 A chance to articulate and enact your next steps?
DM for more detail. #coaching
🪺 A trusting and non-judgemental space?
🐣 An opportunity to gain clarity and perspective?
🪴 A chance to articulate and enact your next steps?
DM for more detail. #coaching
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There is an awkward situation brewing about the fact that, at one point, the ‘go to work, get your quals, get a great job and a nice house’ was, mainly, true. These days, the jobs and the houses are looking much further away…
I asked my teen why some of her friends have low attendance. ‘Because they don’t like school and don’t see the point. Or they have bigger problems.’ Shaming ch’n, schools and parents isn’t working. Any ideas for fresh approaches? #attendance
March 16, 2025 at 10:19 PM
There is an awkward situation brewing about the fact that, at one point, the ‘go to work, get your quals, get a great job and a nice house’ was, mainly, true. These days, the jobs and the houses are looking much further away…
This week, I received some feedback that means the world. Sharing it puts me outside my comfort zone, but I'm part of a wonderful group of women and we encourage one another to do so, so I'm taking a deep breath. Thank you so much Laura Light and AAIE. It was epic.
March 16, 2025 at 9:26 PM
This week, I received some feedback that means the world. Sharing it puts me outside my comfort zone, but I'm part of a wonderful group of women and we encourage one another to do so, so I'm taking a deep breath. Thank you so much Laura Light and AAIE. It was epic.
I asked my teen why some of her friends have low attendance. ‘Because they don’t like school and don’t see the point. Or they have bigger problems.’ Shaming ch’n, schools and parents isn’t working. Any ideas for fresh approaches? #attendance
March 16, 2025 at 9:24 PM
I asked my teen why some of her friends have low attendance. ‘Because they don’t like school and don’t see the point. Or they have bigger problems.’ Shaming ch’n, schools and parents isn’t working. Any ideas for fresh approaches? #attendance
Today, I'm contemplating 'squiggly careers'. To what extent has yours turned out as you expected? What surprises have there been along the way? Feel free to DM. #IAmWriting
February 23, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Today, I'm contemplating 'squiggly careers'. To what extent has yours turned out as you expected? What surprises have there been along the way? Feel free to DM. #IAmWriting
#SENDCos, I know it's tough for many of you. Thank you for the difference you make. Grateful to spend time with
@hertscc.bsky.social DPSL3 recently on looking after their own #wellbeing. There was pragmatism, passion, purpose, laughter and such a powerful sense of community and connection.
@hertscc.bsky.social DPSL3 recently on looking after their own #wellbeing. There was pragmatism, passion, purpose, laughter and such a powerful sense of community and connection.
February 19, 2025 at 8:47 PM
#SENDCos, I know it's tough for many of you. Thank you for the difference you make. Grateful to spend time with
@hertscc.bsky.social DPSL3 recently on looking after their own #wellbeing. There was pragmatism, passion, purpose, laughter and such a powerful sense of community and connection.
@hertscc.bsky.social DPSL3 recently on looking after their own #wellbeing. There was pragmatism, passion, purpose, laughter and such a powerful sense of community and connection.
We're all juggling. Some balls are glass (mental health, relationships, key commitments), + some plastic (fleeting pressures, opinions, minor urgencies). Drop a glass ball, + it shatters. Drop a plastic one, and it bounces. What are your glass balls?
#TeacherWellbeing #SelfCare
#TeacherWellbeing #SelfCare
February 17, 2025 at 8:41 PM
We're all juggling. Some balls are glass (mental health, relationships, key commitments), + some plastic (fleeting pressures, opinions, minor urgencies). Drop a glass ball, + it shatters. Drop a plastic one, and it bounces. What are your glass balls?
#TeacherWellbeing #SelfCare
#TeacherWellbeing #SelfCare
With teenage daughters and their friends navigating the world, this quote is proving more useful than motherly advice!
February 9, 2025 at 9:02 PM
With teenage daughters and their friends navigating the world, this quote is proving more useful than motherly advice!
'Never forget a five lesson day' has always been my advice to school leaders.
Folks, today I have had a six lesson day and, whilst it was fab, I am DONE. Of all the things I do, my teaching is my most rewarding - and most exhausting!
Folks, today I have had a six lesson day and, whilst it was fab, I am DONE. Of all the things I do, my teaching is my most rewarding - and most exhausting!
a cat standing in front of a door with the words i 'm so done below it
ALT: a cat standing in front of a door with the words i 'm so done below it
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January 23, 2025 at 5:20 PM
'Never forget a five lesson day' has always been my advice to school leaders.
Folks, today I have had a six lesson day and, whilst it was fab, I am DONE. Of all the things I do, my teaching is my most rewarding - and most exhausting!
Folks, today I have had a six lesson day and, whilst it was fab, I am DONE. Of all the things I do, my teaching is my most rewarding - and most exhausting!
Today, I am fiercely avoiding the news and focusing on doing the good I can, within my zone of control...
January 20, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Today, I am fiercely avoiding the news and focusing on doing the good I can, within my zone of control...
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January 19, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Parenting teens. Big transitions. The 17.5 year old is out with friends. One is driving. She is sensible (so are they ) and we trust her. When can we remove ourselves from the stress ceiling, please? And how did parents do life without online trackers…? #parentingteens
January 18, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Parenting teens. Big transitions. The 17.5 year old is out with friends. One is driving. She is sensible (so are they ) and we trust her. When can we remove ourselves from the stress ceiling, please? And how did parents do life without online trackers…? #parentingteens
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Daughter and friends answered. Categorically no was the answer. They felt it was cheating them out of a decent education.
My daughter " So you get teachers and we get bots"
My daughter " So you get teachers and we get bots"
January 11, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Daughter and friends answered. Categorically no was the answer. They felt it was cheating them out of a decent education.
My daughter " So you get teachers and we get bots"
My daughter " So you get teachers and we get bots"
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My dear network... I'm gathering perspectives.
Please could you turn around and ask your nearest young person the following question?
*Can (or should) teachers be replaced by AI?*
Then post below what they say?
Mouths of babes and all that.
Thanks in advance! #edusky
Please could you turn around and ask your nearest young person the following question?
*Can (or should) teachers be replaced by AI?*
Then post below what they say?
Mouths of babes and all that.
Thanks in advance! #edusky
December 12, 2024 at 7:29 PM
My dear network... I'm gathering perspectives.
Please could you turn around and ask your nearest young person the following question?
*Can (or should) teachers be replaced by AI?*
Then post below what they say?
Mouths of babes and all that.
Thanks in advance! #edusky
Please could you turn around and ask your nearest young person the following question?
*Can (or should) teachers be replaced by AI?*
Then post below what they say?
Mouths of babes and all that.
Thanks in advance! #edusky
Play bows in the snow with Rebel’s best mate.
January 10, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Play bows in the snow with Rebel’s best mate.