Saw this ad for a goat on Facebook. It’s perhaps the greatest advert I’ve ever read. It’s just superb.
Cassie Young
@moderncassie.bsky.social
Education | Inclusion Executive Officer (IEO) | Trustee | Music | Infrequent blogger | Runner #NPQH #NPQEL #RunningPunks
I’ve written a blog on Mainstream Inclusion Strategies: not as another document for the website, but as a way for schools to surface what’s already happening, test assumptions, identify gaps and decide what needs to be sharper. moderncassie.blogspot.com/2026/07/main...
Mainstream Inclusion Strategies: finding the priorities that matter
I have been thinking a lot about the DfE Mainstream Inclusion Strategy guidance, which is not a sentence I imagine will make anyone imme...
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“High standards and inclusion are two sides of the same coin.” After reading the white paper carefully and discussing it during a SENCo forum this week, I’ve written on the shift in language, and what some of this might mean for schools in practice. moderncassie.blogspot.com/2026/03/a-sh...
A shift in language - The White Paper
A shift in language It has taken me a while to digest the contents of the White Paper. I did not want to react to the headlines or rush to j...
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“Thriving is not a technical term. It is a human one. It suggests belonging, confidence, participation and growth.”Thoughts on the White Paper from someone at the coal face. @moderncassie.bsky.social
Cassie Young@moderncassie.bsky.social · 5mo ago“High standards and inclusion are two sides of the same coin.” After reading the white paper carefully and discussing it during a SENCo forum this week, I’ve written on the shift in language, and what some of this might mean for schools in practice. moderncassie.blogspot.com/2026/03/a-sh...
“High standards and inclusion are two sides of the same coin.” After reading the white paper carefully and discussing it during a SENCo forum this week, I’ve written on the shift in language, and what some of this might mean for schools in practice. moderncassie.blogspot.com/2026/03/a-sh...
A shift in language - The White Paper
A shift in language It has taken me a while to digest the contents of the White Paper. I did not want to react to the headlines or rush to j...
moderncassie.blogspot.com
I’m surprised I stuck with it, to be honest. 🤦🏼♀️😂😂😂
Annual reminder of how many days there are in each month.
….this is great, and because I’m a terrible, terrible judge of character, I liked Nile most of the time. 🤦🏼♀️ #BeastInMe
It was an absolute pleasure to keynote at the Devon Schools Leadership Conference.Such a warm, thoughtful group of leaders in the most stunning setting!It was a real highlight to listen to @bennewmark.bsky.social & Rob Aubry share their insights. Now for a much needed Half Term! #Inclusion
#Migraine #ClusterHeadaches #SuicideHeadaches After nearly 25yrs of these types of debilitating headaches, I’ve been on this for 6months (taken every 2days, with no side effects). I can honestly say it’s reduced them by 90%. incredible. If you suffer the same, get yourself referred.
it’s feeling more Grit than anything else this academic year. 😑
When your daughter insists that a shark outfit is the only appropriate attire for a party on the beach… 😂 🦈
Splendid post from @moderncassie.bsky.social Who said grea blogs are a thing of the past. This is useful, actionable, and full of moral purpose. Thanks Cassie 😍
Cassie Young@moderncassie.bsky.social · last yr.New Blog! "Adaptive Teaching Guides: Practical tools for equitable classrooms" Practical, teacher-led tools to make inclusion part of everyday practice, not an afterthought. Read the blog here: moderncassie.blogspot.com/2025/07/o-ne...
New Blog! "Adaptive Teaching Guides: Practical tools for equitable classrooms" Practical, teacher-led tools to make inclusion part of everyday practice, not an afterthought. Read the blog here: moderncassie.blogspot.com/2025/07/o-ne...
Adaptive teaching guides: Practical tools for equitable classrooms
One of the most pressing priorities in schools right now is ensuring every pupil can access the full ambition of the National Curriculum, no...
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Really happy to have contributed to ‘Small and Mighty’ about the magic of small schools. They punch above their weight in heart, community and impact. Small schools matter, let’s protect and celebrate them. #SmallAndMighty #Inclusion #SEND #SmallSchools
Little known secret. Primary Head teachers have a secret cupboard where they keep the nits, they release them every year, so that the parents have something to moan about other than the parking outside.
Friday vibes with Larry! ❤️ #Schnauzer #HappyAsLarry
Think this is the best picture I’ve taken of London.
