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There is always another way. Inspiring educators since 1994 - online, in print and in real life. Posts by founder Ian G 🕊️ www.independentthinking.com www.independentthinkingpress.com
You'll wish you had! Get ready to rethink teaching - Lisa Jane Ash delivers powerful, practical ideas that spark change and leave educators inspired.

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
November 17, 2025 at 6:45 AM
A new chapter begins… We’re partnering with Routledge to bring Independent Thinking books to an even wider audience! New editions and exciting new titles are on the way.

#Education #Books #Routledge #IndependentThinking #ITLPress
November 15, 2025 at 12:11 PM
DANGER: This session may make you rethink SEND, question old routines, and take notes like never before!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
November 12, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Hywel Roberts - turning classrooms into creative playgrounds, inspiring teachers, and proving that being ‘bothered’ can change everything.

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
November 6, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Get ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired - Lisa Jane Ash delivers sessions that leave you buzzing with ideas!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
November 3, 2025 at 8:15 AM
This drop off in school enjoyment in England graph is quite telling, isn't it?

It's from the DfE's RISE: Achieving and Thriving Conference - Raising Attainment: Success for Every Child events.

Is what happens in your school reflected in this graph or are you bucking the trend?

If so, how?
October 31, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Challenge everything you thought you knew about teaching - Ian Gilbert will have your staff thinking, questioning, and talking long after the session ends.

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 30, 2025 at 6:45 AM
HANDLE WITH CARE!!! Martin Illingworth - sparking laughter, reflection, and a fresh perspective on teaching.

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 27, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Catch Nina Jackson in action - expect energy, insight, and a spark that transforms wellbeing in your school!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 24, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Handle with care! ⚡ Hywel Roberts - passionate about ‘botheredness,’ master storyteller, and guaranteed to make you laugh, cry, and rethink everything about teaching.

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Good things come to those who… work with us! 😉
October 19, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Warning! ⚡ Ian Gilbert - founder of Independent Thinking and renowned for making you rethink everything about education. Proceed with caution… and get him into your school!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 16, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Meet Mark Creasy - experienced teacher and independent thinker, transforming schools by helping teachers work smarter, achieve more, and focus on what truly matters.

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 13, 2025 at 5:45 PM
The proof is in the pudding… and the pudding says we make a real difference for trusts! 🍮

See what our partners have to say about working with us: www.independentthinking.co.uk/mats/
October 8, 2025 at 3:04 PM
If you haven't, you should! Dr Andrew Curran - paediatric neurologist, neurobiologist, and master of the brain in education. Helping teachers see the child behind the behaviour. Get him into your school!

Discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 8, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Dave McPartlin - a head teacher and leader of authenticity who dares to dream, inspires schools, and transforms communities. Get him into your classrooms!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
October 5, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Stronger together: we partner with trusts to unlock the full potential of every school.

Find out more here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/mats/
October 5, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Have you seen this man? Mark Finnis - transforming school cultures, improving behaviour, and building stronger relationships through Restorative Practice. Get him into your school!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers
October 3, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Headaches for MATs? 😅 We can’t promise a cup of tea will fix it… but working with us comes close!

See how we helped Bath & Wells MAT sort theirs: www.independentthinking.co.uk/mats/
October 2, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Here’s what Bath & Wells MAT had to say about our biggest collaboration with over 1,000 educators this year, working with them!

Learn more: www.independentthinking.co.uk/mats/ – and see how we can support your schools.
October 1, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Have you seen this man? If you haven’t, you should — Martin Illingworth is shaking up classrooms and helping teachers prepare students for the real world. Get him into your school!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers
September 29, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Have you seen this man? Meet Mark Creasy - the Independent Thinking legend helping schools work smarter, achieve more, and focus on what really matters.

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
September 26, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Nina the Ninja is on the loose! Catch her in your INSET day!

There’s always another way - discover our inspiring CPD & INSET speakers here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/
September 22, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Trusted by Trusts, focused on schools - see how our collaborations make an impact: www.independentthinking.co.uk/mats !
September 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM
MATs, we’ve got your back! 💪 Learn more about our biggest MAT collaboration so far here: www.independentthinking.co.uk/mats – and see how we could support your schools too!
September 18, 2025 at 11:01 AM