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.
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It’s always good to get feedback as it helps me shape my future work. This is from part one of a two part online early writing course. It looks like I’m on the “write lines”
November 27, 2025 at 6:26 AM
It’s always good to get feedback as it helps me shape my future work. This is from part one of a two part online early writing course. It looks like I’m on the “write lines”
Well, I think it’s fair to say we’re chuffed with this line up!
November 24, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Well, I think it’s fair to say we’re chuffed with this line up!
Nice view from my room
November 24, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Nice view from my room
Lovely feedback …
November 23, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Lovely feedback …
I've been leading lots training on the development of early writing over the last few years, and I've recently developed this toolkit for delegates. I'm also leading a year long LA Early Years writing project across the Wirral. It’s been a pleasure so far!
November 19, 2025 at 8:22 AM
I've been leading lots training on the development of early writing over the last few years, and I've recently developed this toolkit for delegates. I'm also leading a year long LA Early Years writing project across the Wirral. It’s been a pleasure so far!
Storm defences near my house have done their job. I know my MP has worked tirelessly to make things happen to minimise flood damage. We’re all grateful.
November 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Storm defences near my house have done their job. I know my MP has worked tirelessly to make things happen to minimise flood damage. We’re all grateful.
The first of three training sessions today. Two at Learn Sheffield, then a bespoke twilight for a Sheffield school.
November 12, 2025 at 8:49 AM
The first of three training sessions today. Two at Learn Sheffield, then a bespoke twilight for a Sheffield school.
It’s always good to get feedback, especially when it’s like this!
November 10, 2025 at 6:41 PM
It’s always good to get feedback, especially when it’s like this!
We’re absolutely delighted that our book has been nominated for ECSDN publication of the year award!
November 7, 2025 at 12:10 PM
We’re absolutely delighted that our book has been nominated for ECSDN publication of the year award!
I’m in Coventry leading the Early years network for Gateway learning today .
November 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
I’m in Coventry leading the Early years network for Gateway learning today .
Picked this up at the station today.
November 4, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Picked this up at the station today.
Another tough day at the office !
October 28, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Another tough day at the office !
Perk of working locally, I got to have tea with my girl! Gosh, I’ve missed her.
October 20, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Perk of working locally, I got to have tea with my girl! Gosh, I’ve missed her.
Thrilled to be part of this- don’t miss out !
October 20, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Thrilled to be part of this- don’t miss out !
I’ve finally dug up the tomatoes, the frost is going to get to them. Now I’m working my way through this lot!
Making cheats Sun dried tomatoes and green tomato chutney!
Making cheats Sun dried tomatoes and green tomato chutney!
October 18, 2025 at 12:46 PM
I’ve finally dug up the tomatoes, the frost is going to get to them. Now I’m working my way through this lot!
Making cheats Sun dried tomatoes and green tomato chutney!
Making cheats Sun dried tomatoes and green tomato chutney!
Made me think of this quote from one of my favourite books, but not in a sad way. I know I’ll miss him forever but his impact on our lives will never be lost.
October 18, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Made me think of this quote from one of my favourite books, but not in a sad way. I know I’ll miss him forever but his impact on our lives will never be lost.
Everyone should make time for a bit of frivolity. Last night we played Rummy and Yahtzee. We all need to play. Always lovely to find little bits of Pete still in the house. I love his little doodles and I’m still finding them everywhere!
October 18, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Everyone should make time for a bit of frivolity. Last night we played Rummy and Yahtzee. We all need to play. Always lovely to find little bits of Pete still in the house. I love his little doodles and I’m still finding them everywhere!
ruthswailes.com/in-the-style...
Today it’s time for R n R and a gig with one of my favourite artists, John Bramwell.
Today it’s time for R n R and a gig with one of my favourite artists, John Bramwell.
October 12, 2025 at 10:31 AM
ruthswailes.com/in-the-style...
Today it’s time for R n R and a gig with one of my favourite artists, John Bramwell.
Today it’s time for R n R and a gig with one of my favourite artists, John Bramwell.
And now I’m off to meet friends for afternoon tea !
October 11, 2025 at 3:12 PM
And now I’m off to meet friends for afternoon tea !
I've had the privilege of working with Heads, SLEs, EY leaders and teachers, and English leads today, on day one of our six-day Wirral Early Writing course. It's been a thought-provoking day.
ruthswailes.com/in-the-style-of-rethinking-imitation-and-authenticity-in-early-writing/
ruthswailes.com/in-the-style-of-rethinking-imitation-and-authenticity-in-early-writing/
October 9, 2025 at 6:16 PM
I've had the privilege of working with Heads, SLEs, EY leaders and teachers, and English leads today, on day one of our six-day Wirral Early Writing course. It's been a thought-provoking day.
ruthswailes.com/in-the-style-of-rethinking-imitation-and-authenticity-in-early-writing/
ruthswailes.com/in-the-style-of-rethinking-imitation-and-authenticity-in-early-writing/
The project is coming together !
October 6, 2025 at 4:20 PM
The project is coming together !
Vines have been busy while I’ve been away.
September 20, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Vines have been busy while I’ve been away.
A brilliant evening in Leuven, I’m looking forward to working with parents and colleagues in Brussels from EY to KS2 over the next 2 days, developing playful learning !
September 18, 2025 at 5:17 AM
A brilliant evening in Leuven, I’m looking forward to working with parents and colleagues in Brussels from EY to KS2 over the next 2 days, developing playful learning !