Andrew Chadwick
@andrewichadwick.bsky.social
Dad to 2, husband to 1. Governor at 2 schools. Beyond privileged to be Safeguarding, Ambition and Inclusion Lead for @FocusTrust1. Living out my passions daily for SEND, SEMH, Safeguarding and Digital Technology.
One foot in front of the other, watching nature go by as the world wakes up. I’ve recently prioritised family and work. This morning’s run was overdue, and greatly needed. Prioritising yourself lets you give more to your other priorities. #mentalhealth #wellbeing #selfcare
November 9, 2025 at 5:31 PM
One foot in front of the other, watching nature go by as the world wakes up. I’ve recently prioritised family and work. This morning’s run was overdue, and greatly needed. Prioritising yourself lets you give more to your other priorities. #mentalhealth #wellbeing #selfcare
So impressive to see at Wilsden Primary — a boy with autism has started a lunchtime club where children share their difficulties, strengths, questions and answers. They help each other to regulate and offer understanding, friendship and support. 💙 #Inclusion #AutismAcceptance
October 20, 2025 at 7:58 AM
So impressive to see at Wilsden Primary — a boy with autism has started a lunchtime club where children share their difficulties, strengths, questions and answers. They help each other to regulate and offer understanding, friendship and support. 💙 #Inclusion #AutismAcceptance
I remember this like it was yesterday. It demonstrates the value of inter-generational projects. It also sums up my beautiful daughter. Always happy chatting away; she still talks about Dot. Today we go to look at secondary schools. Time moves fast. Don’t waste a day.
October 11, 2025 at 8:20 AM
I remember this like it was yesterday. It demonstrates the value of inter-generational projects. It also sums up my beautiful daughter. Always happy chatting away; she still talks about Dot. Today we go to look at secondary schools. Time moves fast. Don’t waste a day.
Looking around secondary schools for daughter’s application deadline of the 31st. Best part so far, a school declaring everything they do wonderfully, only for the pupils to say it doesn’t normally happen.
October 6, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Looking around secondary schools for daughter’s application deadline of the 31st. Best part so far, a school declaring everything they do wonderfully, only for the pupils to say it doesn’t normally happen.
If this is true, this is wonderful and huge respect to @BrentfordFC. Phoning fans to check in on their mental health: That’s not just football done right—that’s humanity done right. This should be the standard for all of us. 💛
September 13, 2025 at 5:59 AM
If this is true, this is wonderful and huge respect to @BrentfordFC. Phoning fans to check in on their mental health: That’s not just football done right—that’s humanity done right. This should be the standard for all of us. 💛
This week I read this book. @katrionaos I wanted to say “Thank you”. The deeply personal story you shared was inspirational.
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September 12, 2025 at 9:13 PM
This week I read this book. @katrionaos I wanted to say “Thank you”. The deeply personal story you shared was inspirational.
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It’s so important, sometimes, to stop being busy and have a break. No excuses. And there’s no where better than the seaside 🌅☀️🌊🐚🦀
July 19, 2025 at 7:57 PM
It’s so important, sometimes, to stop being busy and have a break. No excuses. And there’s no where better than the seaside 🌅☀️🌊🐚🦀
Doesn’t seem to matter how long I’ve taught for, there’s nothing quite as stressful as hosting your son’s eighth birthday party.
July 12, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Doesn’t seem to matter how long I’ve taught for, there’s nothing quite as stressful as hosting your son’s eighth birthday party.
I’m really looking forward to our final SENDCo forum of the year, tomorrow…this quote pretty much sums it up #inclusion #SENDCo #ShapingFutures #MakingADifference #care #dare #fair #share
July 9, 2025 at 7:36 PM
I’m really looking forward to our final SENDCo forum of the year, tomorrow…this quote pretty much sums it up #inclusion #SENDCo #ShapingFutures #MakingADifference #care #dare #fair #share
Yesterday, my parents took my children on a tour of where I was born. The houses we lived in and the school I went to while we lived in Bradford, up until I was 8. When I told one she’d see the school I went to, she asked “Is it a museum now?”. I think she thinks I’m a Victorian!
June 29, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Yesterday, my parents took my children on a tour of where I was born. The houses we lived in and the school I went to while we lived in Bradford, up until I was 8. When I told one she’d see the school I went to, she asked “Is it a museum now?”. I think she thinks I’m a Victorian!
Artificial Intelligence brings many advantages to educators, but also brings dangers. It's crucial educators engage, feel the benefits and enhance education safely. It is great to see @educationgovuk engage and create support materials and guidance and @CharteredColl certifying.
June 19, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Artificial Intelligence brings many advantages to educators, but also brings dangers. It's crucial educators engage, feel the benefits and enhance education safely. It is great to see @educationgovuk engage and create support materials and guidance and @CharteredColl certifying.
Perfect Father’s Day. Walk across Ilkley Moor, fish and chips. A special time with family. #WhetherbyWhaler #Ilkley #Yorkshire #Family
June 15, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Perfect Father’s Day. Walk across Ilkley Moor, fish and chips. A special time with family. #WhetherbyWhaler #Ilkley #Yorkshire #Family
Loved watching Lilo and Stitch at the cinema yesterday. This quote instantly struck a chord - this should be at the centre of every school's culture. With this as the basis, true #inclusion can begin. The second quote might be true, but "still good".
May 28, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Loved watching Lilo and Stitch at the cinema yesterday. This quote instantly struck a chord - this should be at the centre of every school's culture. With this as the basis, true #inclusion can begin. The second quote might be true, but "still good".
Today's @bbcradio2bot.bsky.social Pause for Thought by Cole Morton today was wonderful. "Love can cast out fear". Our most vulnerable children, often the ones who demonstrate challenging behaviours are scared. The thing they need most of all, is love. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds...
Pause For Thought - Cole Moreton: "Love can cast out fear" - BBC Sounds
Cole Moreton joins Scott Mills for today's Pause for Thought.
www.bbc.co.uk
May 22, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Today's @bbcradio2bot.bsky.social Pause for Thought by Cole Morton today was wonderful. "Love can cast out fear". Our most vulnerable children, often the ones who demonstrate challenging behaviours are scared. The thing they need most of all, is love. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds...
Following a brilliant assembly by @wilsdenprimary this morning about physical and mental health, I’ve taken the inspiration to go for a run tonight. I’m sure the peace will come, once the pain subsides 😂 #Wellbeing
May 20, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Following a brilliant assembly by @wilsdenprimary this morning about physical and mental health, I’ve taken the inspiration to go for a run tonight. I’m sure the peace will come, once the pain subsides 😂 #Wellbeing
Today's breakthrough, courtesy of @IAmMarkManson was spot on. As educationalists, how often do we say we don't have time? But really, is it our priorities that we need to think about...
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April 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Today's breakthrough, courtesy of @IAmMarkManson was spot on. As educationalists, how often do we say we don't have time? But really, is it our priorities that we need to think about...
If you don't follow him, sign up to his newsletter: markmanson.net/break...
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What did I learn about myself during COVID? That when everything is going wrong, all you need is a biscuit?!
April 23, 2025 at 6:52 PM
What did I learn about myself during COVID? That when everything is going wrong, all you need is a biscuit?!
Five years ago today, I started week 4 of #couchto5k . It was my first time ever out of the garden after three weeks of going around the garden. Exercise was a revelation for me. My health is better, my mind if more organised and I LOVE it when I get someone joining me #run
April 21, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Five years ago today, I started week 4 of #couchto5k . It was my first time ever out of the garden after three weeks of going around the garden. Exercise was a revelation for me. My health is better, my mind if more organised and I LOVE it when I get someone joining me #run
Heavy frost, sun rising, refreshing (aka freezing) air. I love early morning runs as a way to clear my head and wake my body. Ready for what the day brings. #run #running #freshair #mindfulness #wellbeing
March 18, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Heavy frost, sun rising, refreshing (aka freezing) air. I love early morning runs as a way to clear my head and wake my body. Ready for what the day brings. #run #running #freshair #mindfulness #wellbeing
This was a reality of my journey into COVID, five years ago…there were also a lot of crisps.
March 13, 2025 at 8:54 PM
This was a reality of my journey into COVID, five years ago…there were also a lot of crisps.
Amazing to be in #Bradford today with the kids. The newly pedestrianised areas made it easier and safer. The developments in Bradford Live have already brought change. The history and culture breathtaking: “I come from hope. I come from Bradford”. @bradford2025.co.uk
February 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Amazing to be in #Bradford today with the kids. The newly pedestrianised areas made it easier and safer. The developments in Bradford Live have already brought change. The history and culture breathtaking: “I come from hope. I come from Bradford”. @bradford2025.co.uk
Such an informative session, led by @helenrowland.bsky.social, about the amazing work of Papyrus and the sad reality and statistics of suicide in young people. Papyrus is an amazing charity. Times can get dark, but there is always #Hope
February 15, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Such an informative session, led by @helenrowland.bsky.social, about the amazing work of Papyrus and the sad reality and statistics of suicide in young people. Papyrus is an amazing charity. Times can get dark, but there is always #Hope
It is wonderful to see these signs at Horsforth train station today. Thank you to @samaritans.bsky.social, letting people they aren’t alone when they feel the most alone. Also prompted a discussion with my children, so hopefully they know they’re never alone. #MentaI-ill-health
February 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
It is wonderful to see these signs at Horsforth train station today. Thank you to @samaritans.bsky.social, letting people they aren’t alone when they feel the most alone. Also prompted a discussion with my children, so hopefully they know they’re never alone. #MentaI-ill-health