Christalla Jamil
@christallaj.bsky.social
CEO of the LDBS Academies Trust and Trust 2. Finding joy and purpose in serving others and making a positive difference.Trustee for WomenEd 🚺. FCCT. Views my own
Feeling incredibly fortunate & proud to serve as Vice Chair of @womened.bsky.social Our AGM today was a powerful reminder of the difference this community continues to make championing equity, amplifying women's voices & creating opportunities for educators to lead and thrive. #WomenEd💜
In striving to increase diversity in school leadership, opening doors isn’t enough, says @christallaj.bsky.social, who outlines the changes that need to happen
Increasing diversity in school leadership: what needs to happen
Getting more people from Global Majority Heritage backgrounds into leadership isn’t just about opening doors – it’s about changing what they will find inside, writes this MAT leader
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Good morning everyone it’s #SteppingUpSaturday as part of our #StepUpCelebrations for our third birthday. For the first time, we are trialling a face-to-face birthday event. We’re so pleased to be joined by Sam Crome @christallaj.bsky.social & Mark Pritchard. Here’s to a fantastic day 🎂 🎁 🎈
‘The system we have built has been asking too much of individual leaders for too long’: with school leaders under ever-increasing pressure, we need systemic change to make the job sustainable, argues LDBS Academies Trust chief executive @christallaj.bsky.social
Headteachers don’t just need support - they need a better system
From standards and outcomes to SEND, safeguarding, attendance and staff wellbeing, heads are under ever-increasing pressure, and they can’t handle it alone, says this leader
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Lunch is almost ready! 🇨🇾🇸🇾🇬🇷🇱🇧 #mahshi #mousaka #pastitsio #lemonchickenandpotatoes … just didn’t fancy a roast!
A great way to end the week working with leaders at St Richard’s and colleagues from Hounslow SEND to plan a sustainable, evidence informed future for our ARP and children with SEND. Strong partnerships really matter #LoveMyJob
A fantastic visit to #StanwellFields So proud to see our children enjoying exceptional meals that already exceed the new food standards announced yesterday.A privilege to welcome @PrueLeith & celebrate our amazing catering teams.Grateful for our partnership with @ChefsinSchools
A nice visit to Tigre, even if it did rain and a boat trip along the river Delta.
Incredible few days at #ASCL2026 So many powerful reflections from sch leaders across the country. The moment that stayed with me most was hearing #KatrionaOSullivan a deeply moving reminder of the life-changing power of ed Leaving energised reflective &more determined than ever
Feeling excited to be in Wakefield tonight ahead of the #BrewEd & @womened-hk.bsky.social collaboration event tomorrow.I am especially grateful for the continued opportunities to work alongside the remarkable @vivienneporritt.bsky.social who continues to shape my thinking & strengthen my leadership
Today our #EYFSleaders from across our schs came together for training & collaboration. Moments like this are a powerful reminder of why #CPD matters so much in education. When we invest in learning for our staff we directly invest in the quality of experiences for our children.
𝗔𝗜 𝘄𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴. But it is already reshaping how leaders reflect. I’ve written about what the research says, and why I created TalkSavvy™ Coach, an AI reflection partner for school leaders. Read here 👉 www.malcpd.com/post/why-we-... #edusky #AI #UKEd #TalkSavvy
Why We Need to Be AI-Savvy in Coaching
AI will never replace the richness of human coaching, but it can widen access to structured reflection. That’s why I created TalkSavvy™ Coach, an evidence-informed reflection partner built on my C.R.A...
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Today was one of those moments that truly captures what it means to lead together.Bringing our 10 HTs together with our central team is always powerful but what stands out most is the spirit of collaborative accountability & shared responsibility that defines this group #Grateful
Inclusion/SEND leaders met to quality-assure practice, align procedures & strengthen provision for our most vulnerable ps. With rising SEND need, robust, consistent & evidence-informed approaches are essential. One trust, united in our responsibility to get this right #OneTrust
A great day at Teach Berkshire today, saw inspirational speakers, learnt lots, great to see some friends and make some new ones! My session went really well. But it a 12 hr day on a Saturday means wine is very much appreciated this evening.
So proud today. My daughter went to work as a Deputy Headteacher and came home as the new Headteacher of her school. A brilliant woman leader stepping into a role she so richly deserves. 💙 @womened.bsky.social
I’m feeling incredibly grateful and privileged as a CEO to see so many of our schools nationally recognised for the outcomes achieved by our disadvantaged pupils.
Absolutely thrilled to share the wonderful news that our recent Ofsted inspection has resulted in an extremely positive outcome for #SPAHacademy The report celebrates many strengths, highlighting the high-quality ed, exceptional care & strong sense of community that define us 🩵
Are you ready to work in an incredible school with amazing children in Tottenham? We are looking for talented Upper Key Stage 2 teachers to join our team this September. Come and be part of a school where your impact truly matters. ldbs.co.uk/teacher-vaca...
Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher - St Paul's & All Hallows School, Tottenham — London Diocesan Board for Schools
St Paul’s & All Hallows’ Junior School is a vibrant, one-form-entry school in the heart of Haringey, London. We are proud to be part of the LDBS Academies Trust. We are looking for an Upper Key St...
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While visiting Meridian Angel, I met #TerryMordecai. Terry has been mentoring boys, meeting weekly to offer guidance & encouragement. He also sponsors a boxing club for our children. He truly embodies our values & generously gives his time & expertise to make a positive impact🩵
⬇️ PRICE DROP ⬇️ We’re pleased to announce a price drop for tickets to our London Lead Meet on 8th November. We’ve listened to feedback that travelling to (and within) London can be pricy. We want it to be accessible for all. We hope you can join us… www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/step-up-lo...
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On my way to visit 2 of our schools today in Surrey & Hounslow and what a privilege it is to do so as #CEO. Visiting our schools is always a highlight. It’s an opp to see our vision in action, connect with our #dedicatedteams & witness the impact of their commitment on the children
Our maths subject leaders working with our maths consultant looking at how to address children’s difficulties with fractions. Using manipulatives. #MathsWarwick here’s to another incredible year working with you! #LDBSLAT 🩵
Wecame together to recognise an Outstanding in all areas Ofsted outcome for St Michael’s CE Primary School in Wood Green,the smallest school in our trust. An immensely proud CEO moment and a reminder of what can be achieved through collective endeavour, vision, and care.
An early start filled with excitement & energy as we prepare to welcome Directors, Chairs& leaders from across our ten schools for our Family Trust Day: Representation Matters: Making Our Schools Flourish 2025,a leadership gathering grounded in the vision and values of LDBS Academies Trust 🩵
Meet Up in Phuket with #WomenEd Thailand! Come and grow our network together! Tuesday Nov 4th, Soho Pool Club at 5pm. womened.com/events/women...
#WomenEd Thailand - Phuket Meet Up
Join us in Phuket to make new connections and develop a support network of women in education.
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