REAch2 Academy Trust

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Don’t look at the Ofsted grade ‘needs attention’ as a sign of failure, says MAT leader @cathiepaine – this new inspection system can help school improvement, but only if we avoid falling into the same old traps tes.com/magazine/analy…

Our next FREE webinar explores practical approaches to teaching writing with precision and purpose in UKS2. ✏️ Writing with Purpose: Precision & Pedagogy in Y6 Led by Lekha Sharma from LIFE Education Trust 📅 17–19 March Find out more: eastenglandteaching.org

In the next session, Michelle Rosemond from @reach2trust will explore how brand can act as a stabilising force during uncertainty. #CSTComms

Headteachers and school leaders 👋 Our FREE KS2 leadership networking sessions are back. Join Session 2 this spring. If you missed Session 1 we’re repeating it. Session 1: 5 & 9 March Session 2: 2, 4, 5, 18, & 19 March Book: eastenglandteaching.org

Missed Success in Year 6 the first time? We’re running it again 👏 This FREE webinar is designed to support schools raising Year 6 attainment, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, ahead of SATs. Register via the link in bio.

#RamadanMubarak to all observing across our REAch2 community 🌙 May this special time of reflection, generosity, and togetherness bring joy, inspiration, and renewed purpose to everyone 💙

Wishing a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year to our children, families and staff. A time for togetherness and new beginnings. We hope the year ahead brings good health, happiness and plenty of moments to share with loved ones. #chinesenewyear

Warm wishes for Maha Shivaratri to all in our REAch2 community who are observing. A moment to pause, reflect and look ahead with hope. Wishing peace, positivity and meaningful time with loved ones to all observing. 🕉️

Happy Half Term! 🎉 Wishing all our REAch2 families, staff, and children a fun, restful, and safe break. Recharge, enjoy some quality time, and we’ll see you back in school ready to keep Always Aiming Higher! 💙

There is still time to join our free Maths webinar, taking place today and across the week. Designed for primary maths subject leaders, this session offers clear, practical support to strengthen teaching and learning across KS2. 👉 Reserve your spot at eastenglandteaching.org

Work in a primary school in the East of England? RISE East of England Teaching Exchange offers FREE KS2 webinars & resources to support Year 6, SATs prep and disadvantaged pupils. Clear guidance. Practical ideas. Easy to access. 🌐 eastenglandteaching.org

Join our FREE webinar for primary maths subject leaders, running 9th–12th February, focused on practical ways to strengthen teaching and improve KS2 maths outcomes ahead of Year 6 SATs. Reserve your spot 👉 eastenglandteaching.org

It’s National Storytelling Week, and REAch2 schools are going all in. Stories build language, imagination and confidence, helping children explore the world and discover the joy of reading, part of how we always aim higher. #NationalStorytellingWeek #NationalYearOfReading

🚨 Free SATs support for schools in the East of England! Join our expert-led webinars for practical, classroom-ready strategies to strengthen Year 6 teaching and boost outcomes. Book your place 👉 eastenglandteaching.org/webinars/ #EduChat #EdChatUK

📢 FREE Webinar for English Subject Leaders Boost Year 6 outcomes ahead of SATs with practical strategies on data, feedback, the 1% principle & test technique — without narrowing the curriculum. Led by Lekha Sharma @LifeEduTrust Register now👉 eastenglandteaching.org/webinars/

📘 Free Year 6 SATs support for schools in the East of England Join our free, expert-led webinars for practical strategies to strengthen teaching, use assessment effectively, and boost outcomes. For Y6 teachers and leaders: Book now 👉 eastenglandteaching.org #EduChat #EdChat

FREE WEBINAR TODAY 🚨 Delivered by @REAch2Trust, this 2.5hr session supports Year 5 & 6 teachers with practical strategies to strengthen classroom practice and boost SATs outcomes. 🕐 13:00–15:30 | Book here: eastenglandteaching.org

‘We need meaningful, sustained CPD – and the time to embed it – so that strategies become habits and habits become culture’: @cathiepaine of @reach2trust welcomes the government’s plan for all teachers to get training in SEND tes.com/magazine/analy…

⏳ Reception 2026 applications close 15 January A smooth start to primary school begins with applying on time. This is a friendly reminder to get a wriggle on and submit the application. #Reception2026 #SchoolApplications #PrimarySchool