Fiona McGrath
@mrsmcgra.bsky.social
School Improvement lead at Strive4 Academy Trust
🎙️ A brilliant morning recording the first Strive4 Thinkers Podcast!
Our children never fail to impress — confident, thoughtful & showing fantastic memory and recall.
Pupil voice matters. Giving them the platform to reflect, share & shine builds skills for life.
#Strive4Thinkers
Our children never fail to impress — confident, thoughtful & showing fantastic memory and recall.
Pupil voice matters. Giving them the platform to reflect, share & shine builds skills for life.
#Strive4Thinkers
July 9, 2025 at 12:52 PM
🎙️ A brilliant morning recording the first Strive4 Thinkers Podcast!
Our children never fail to impress — confident, thoughtful & showing fantastic memory and recall.
Pupil voice matters. Giving them the platform to reflect, share & shine builds skills for life.
#Strive4Thinkers
Our children never fail to impress — confident, thoughtful & showing fantastic memory and recall.
Pupil voice matters. Giving them the platform to reflect, share & shine builds skills for life.
#Strive4Thinkers
Why become a teacher?
For me, it wasn’t just a job — it was in my blood. Surrounded by 13 family members in education, it felt like a natural calling.
The Gov website lists great reasons:
🖋️ Make a difference
🖋️ Be creative
🖋️ Career progression
🖋️ Pay, pensions & holidays
For me, it wasn’t just a job — it was in my blood. Surrounded by 13 family members in education, it felt like a natural calling.
The Gov website lists great reasons:
🖋️ Make a difference
🖋️ Be creative
🖋️ Career progression
🖋️ Pay, pensions & holidays
April 28, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Why become a teacher?
For me, it wasn’t just a job — it was in my blood. Surrounded by 13 family members in education, it felt like a natural calling.
The Gov website lists great reasons:
🖋️ Make a difference
🖋️ Be creative
🖋️ Career progression
🖋️ Pay, pensions & holidays
For me, it wasn’t just a job — it was in my blood. Surrounded by 13 family members in education, it felt like a natural calling.
The Gov website lists great reasons:
🖋️ Make a difference
🖋️ Be creative
🖋️ Career progression
🖋️ Pay, pensions & holidays
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It's always a pleasure to spend time delving into @steplab.bsky.social with the Staff at @strive4.bsky.social.
It's always a pleasure to spend time delving into @steplab.bsky.social with the Staff at @strive4.bsky.social.
What a compelling and energising way to open the term—immersing our senior… | Amanda Jennings
What a compelling and energising way to open the term—immersing our senior leaders in the deep practice and precision that underpin the Steplab approach. The richness of this morning’s session reflect...
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April 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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It's always a pleasure to spend time delving into @steplab.bsky.social with the Staff at @strive4.bsky.social.
It's always a pleasure to spend time delving into @steplab.bsky.social with the Staff at @strive4.bsky.social.
Are you interested in becoming a Teacher?
Take a look at the opportunities available to train with @strive4.bsky.social and @teachfirst.bsky.social 🌟📚🏫
Take a look at the opportunities available to train with @strive4.bsky.social and @teachfirst.bsky.social 🌟📚🏫
March 17, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Are you interested in becoming a Teacher?
Take a look at the opportunities available to train with @strive4.bsky.social and @teachfirst.bsky.social 🌟📚🏫
Take a look at the opportunities available to train with @strive4.bsky.social and @teachfirst.bsky.social 🌟📚🏫
As I facilitate the @bestpractice.bsky.social
Senior Leader final event in just two days, I am fascinated by the differences between cohorts. Despite the same activities, studies, and experiences, each group interprets and understands them in unique ways. #NPQF2F
Senior Leader final event in just two days, I am fascinated by the differences between cohorts. Despite the same activities, studies, and experiences, each group interprets and understands them in unique ways. #NPQF2F
March 14, 2025 at 3:44 PM
As I facilitate the @bestpractice.bsky.social
Senior Leader final event in just two days, I am fascinated by the differences between cohorts. Despite the same activities, studies, and experiences, each group interprets and understands them in unique ways. #NPQF2F
Senior Leader final event in just two days, I am fascinated by the differences between cohorts. Despite the same activities, studies, and experiences, each group interprets and understands them in unique ways. #NPQF2F
"Organisational Effectiveness"
Exploring the many aspects of leadership, and discussing key skills and behaviours necessary for success.
@bestpractice.bsky.social
#NPQFTF
@strive4.bsky.social
Exploring the many aspects of leadership, and discussing key skills and behaviours necessary for success.
@bestpractice.bsky.social
#NPQFTF
@strive4.bsky.social
March 13, 2025 at 2:31 PM
"Organisational Effectiveness"
Exploring the many aspects of leadership, and discussing key skills and behaviours necessary for success.
@bestpractice.bsky.social
#NPQFTF
@strive4.bsky.social
Exploring the many aspects of leadership, and discussing key skills and behaviours necessary for success.
@bestpractice.bsky.social
#NPQFTF
@strive4.bsky.social
At @strive4.bsky.social , we are always looking for ways to not only recruit the right people—ensuring our children receive the very best teaching—but also to retain and develop them throughout their careers. #Inductionisjustthestart
March 11, 2025 at 11:34 AM
At @strive4.bsky.social , we are always looking for ways to not only recruit the right people—ensuring our children receive the very best teaching—but also to retain and develop them throughout their careers. #Inductionisjustthestart
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This morning, we explored the benefits of various forms of CPD, from formal INSET to experiential learning, reflecting on what is working well and identifying areas for further enhancement. 🌟⭐️
March 7, 2025 at 11:11 AM
This morning, we explored the benefits of various forms of CPD, from formal INSET to experiential learning, reflecting on what is working well and identifying areas for further enhancement. 🌟⭐️
My first Headteacher, Gloria Middleton, was the inspiration behind my teaching career. She was also my aunt.
Gloria had a rare ability to connect with every child, even those who were hardest to reach. She was inventive and resourceful, the entrance fee to a school disco?—a toilet roll!
Gloria had a rare ability to connect with every child, even those who were hardest to reach. She was inventive and resourceful, the entrance fee to a school disco?—a toilet roll!
March 7, 2025 at 3:06 PM
My first Headteacher, Gloria Middleton, was the inspiration behind my teaching career. She was also my aunt.
Gloria had a rare ability to connect with every child, even those who were hardest to reach. She was inventive and resourceful, the entrance fee to a school disco?—a toilet roll!
Gloria had a rare ability to connect with every child, even those who were hardest to reach. She was inventive and resourceful, the entrance fee to a school disco?—a toilet roll!
We’re thrilled to share our Pocket Pedagogy Cards with the amazing staff at @strive4.bsky.social. Now, you can have the essentials of the Strive4 Enhanced Toolkit right in your pocket—practical, accessible, and ready to inspire.
March 6, 2025 at 1:18 PM
We’re thrilled to share our Pocket Pedagogy Cards with the amazing staff at @strive4.bsky.social. Now, you can have the essentials of the Strive4 Enhanced Toolkit right in your pocket—practical, accessible, and ready to inspire.
Reposted by Fiona McGrath
Roy Blatchford has inspired me every step of the way in my leadership roles. He is right about this and about most things!
‘Animated debate about education issues is a hallmark of successful schools.’
Quote from Roy Blatchford. #education #leadership #teaching
Quote from Roy Blatchford. #education #leadership #teaching
February 13, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Roy Blatchford has inspired me every step of the way in my leadership roles. He is right about this and about most things!
Another great day with the Autumn 24 Cohort of leaders for their NPQLT Face to Face event.
February 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Another great day with the Autumn 24 Cohort of leaders for their NPQLT Face to Face event.
Shoutout to my coach for always making feedback sessions something to look forward to. No matter what, they’re met with a smile, encouragement, and a positive approach.
Growth is easier when you have the right people supporting you.
Amazing response to #steplab coaching!
Growth is easier when you have the right people supporting you.
Amazing response to #steplab coaching!
February 10, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Shoutout to my coach for always making feedback sessions something to look forward to. No matter what, they’re met with a smile, encouragement, and a positive approach.
Growth is easier when you have the right people supporting you.
Amazing response to #steplab coaching!
Growth is easier when you have the right people supporting you.
Amazing response to #steplab coaching!
Final preparations are underway as we get ready to welcome the Autumn 2024 Cohort to their second face-to-face event for the NPQLT at Strive4 Academy Trust later this week. Looking forward to another inspiring day! Best Practice network #NPQF2F
February 10, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Final preparations are underway as we get ready to welcome the Autumn 2024 Cohort to their second face-to-face event for the NPQLT at Strive4 Academy Trust later this week. Looking forward to another inspiring day! Best Practice network #NPQF2F
Contact admin@strive4academy.co.uk or go to www.strive4academy.co.uk
if you would like to find out more about training to teach in a Strive4 School✨ @strive4.bsky.social @teachfirst.bsky.social It is your opportunity to make a difference!
if you would like to find out more about training to teach in a Strive4 School✨ @strive4.bsky.social @teachfirst.bsky.social It is your opportunity to make a difference!
February 7, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Contact admin@strive4academy.co.uk or go to www.strive4academy.co.uk
if you would like to find out more about training to teach in a Strive4 School✨ @strive4.bsky.social @teachfirst.bsky.social It is your opportunity to make a difference!
if you would like to find out more about training to teach in a Strive4 School✨ @strive4.bsky.social @teachfirst.bsky.social It is your opportunity to make a difference!
Reposted by Fiona McGrath
🚀 Exciting news! We are soon to launch our updated Career Pathways Framework—designed to inspire, empower, and guide our staff toward their full potential. Together, we’re shaping the future of education! 🌟 #CareerGrowth #Strive4Success
February 4, 2025 at 5:59 PM
🚀 Exciting news! We are soon to launch our updated Career Pathways Framework—designed to inspire, empower, and guide our staff toward their full potential. Together, we’re shaping the future of education! 🌟 #CareerGrowth #Strive4Success
'Trust Planning Days' Led by Strive4 Academy's school improvement team (SIT)
Today it is the turn of Year 6! As always, insightful and thought-provoking, fostering passionate and constructive discussions on how to best support the needs of our learners.
💡Striving for Excellence
🔔Every Second Counts
Today it is the turn of Year 6! As always, insightful and thought-provoking, fostering passionate and constructive discussions on how to best support the needs of our learners.
💡Striving for Excellence
🔔Every Second Counts
February 4, 2025 at 3:08 PM
'Trust Planning Days' Led by Strive4 Academy's school improvement team (SIT)
Today it is the turn of Year 6! As always, insightful and thought-provoking, fostering passionate and constructive discussions on how to best support the needs of our learners.
💡Striving for Excellence
🔔Every Second Counts
Today it is the turn of Year 6! As always, insightful and thought-provoking, fostering passionate and constructive discussions on how to best support the needs of our learners.
💡Striving for Excellence
🔔Every Second Counts
Reposted by Fiona McGrath
Expanding our 'Trust Reading Lists' for teachers at every stage!
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
January 31, 2025 at 6:39 AM
Expanding our 'Trust Reading Lists' for teachers at every stage!
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
Expanding our 'Trust Reading Lists' for teachers at every stage!
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
January 30, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Expanding our 'Trust Reading Lists' for teachers at every stage!
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
Strive4 Academy Trust SCITT is working in partnership with Teach First to provide School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) leading to Qualified Teacher Status and a PGCE.
Go to www.strive4academy.co.uk to find out more if you are interested in training to teach in a local school.
Go to www.strive4academy.co.uk to find out more if you are interested in training to teach in a local school.
January 30, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Strive4 Academy Trust SCITT is working in partnership with Teach First to provide School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) leading to Qualified Teacher Status and a PGCE.
Go to www.strive4academy.co.uk to find out more if you are interested in training to teach in a local school.
Go to www.strive4academy.co.uk to find out more if you are interested in training to teach in a local school.
Check online to see if you are eligible for funding. It's not too late to apply!
January 30, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Check online to see if you are eligible for funding. It's not too late to apply!
Reposted by Fiona McGrath
Brain tumour awareness month is March - just a month away! Visit @braintumourrsch.bsky.social to find out how you can support this incredibly worthy cause or visit braintumourresearch.org. #togetherwewillfindacure
Brain Tumour Research | Together we will find a cure
Our vision is to find a cure for brain tumours. We are fundraising research at Centres of Excellence to help fight brain cancer.
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January 29, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Brain tumour awareness month is March - just a month away! Visit @braintumourrsch.bsky.social to find out how you can support this incredibly worthy cause or visit braintumourresearch.org. #togetherwewillfindacure
Reposted by Fiona McGrath
🐉🎊 Happy Chinese New Year! 🎊🐉
Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and good fortune in the Year of the Dragon! May this year bring strength, success, and endless opportunities. 🧧✨ #HappyChineseNewYear #YearOfTheDragon #GongXiFaCai
Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and good fortune in the Year of the Dragon! May this year bring strength, success, and endless opportunities. 🧧✨ #HappyChineseNewYear #YearOfTheDragon #GongXiFaCai
January 30, 2025 at 5:58 AM
🐉🎊 Happy Chinese New Year! 🎊🐉
Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and good fortune in the Year of the Dragon! May this year bring strength, success, and endless opportunities. 🧧✨ #HappyChineseNewYear #YearOfTheDragon #GongXiFaCai
Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and good fortune in the Year of the Dragon! May this year bring strength, success, and endless opportunities. 🧧✨ #HappyChineseNewYear #YearOfTheDragon #GongXiFaCai