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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:00 PM EDT

It's 8pm - Time for another #UKEdChat - This week with a focus on Enrichment Days. Eight (8) questions will follow. Reply with the hashtag 😇

UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:01 PM EDT

It's 8pm - Time for another #UKEdChat - This week with a focus on Enrichment Days. Eight (8) questions will follow. Reply with the hashtag 😇

FirstNews_Teach Jul 6 @ 3:01 PM EDT

Sneaky methods for engaging reluctant readers from @InnovateMySchl @LibWithAttitude https://t.co/kbNq0FxrjH #ukedchat #readingforpleasure

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:01 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 1. Define what an ‘enrichment day’ means in terms of your current school.

UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:01 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 1. Define what an ‘enrichment day’ means in terms of your current school.

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:02 PM EDT

#UKEdChat A1. Doing something different, and trying out new activities along with social opportunities 😀

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digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:03 PM EDT

#UKEdChat A1 (b) Also think it's good for staff to showcase beyond their specialism, and show passion in something else

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TeacherToolkit Jul 6 @ 3:04 PM EDT

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digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:04 PM EDT

#UKEdChat A1 (c) Fundamentally, it should not be a one-off specifically, but mirror the ethos of the school and community

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UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:07 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 2. What is the purpose of enrichment activities, and what are the outcomes?

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:07 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 2. What is the purpose of enrichment activities, and what are the outcomes?

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:09 PM EDT

#UKEdChat A2. The outcomes are not necessarily defined, but the purpose should be about broadening horizons and opportunities for pupils.

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Miss_jyB Jul 6 @ 3:10 PM EDT

Exposure to new things/activities...new skills being learnt etc... also fun!! Something we don't normally have the time for!! #UKEdChat

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digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:11 PM EDT

Completely agree, although there must be a valued purpose to it all? #UKEdChat

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sofianahtchi Jul 6 @ 3:12 PM EDT

i like that. all about finding the "why" before the pursuit of anything. #ukedchat

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ICTmagic - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:12 PM EDT

Very much depends on the needs of the pupils, and subject area. Nice when these can be x-curricular. https://t.co/sCMfR0boT0 #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:07 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 2. What is the purpose of enrichment activities, and what are the outcomes?

Mallrat_uk Jul 6 @ 3:12 PM EDT

A1- we don't have them #UKEdChat

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Thank you 😁 #UKEdChat Giving pupils a choice in the enrichment activities needs to be considered also.

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classclimate Jul 6 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Why are your class displays so damaging? https://t.co/6W9bpZAMd7 #ukedchat #behaviourchat #PrimaryRocks #edchat #SLTchat

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sofianahtchi Jul 6 @ 3:15 PM EDT

too tough to look at! @classclimate #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:15 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 3. What are the most successful indoor activities for enrichment days you have been a part of?

Vivgrant Jul 6 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Did you miss Yesterday's Webinar on "How to Lead without Sacrificing your Well-being"? Watch: https://t.co/zyz03bzEvQ #sltchat #ukedchat

UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:15 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 3. What are the most successful indoor activities for enrichment days you have been a part of?

Hist_simulation Jul 6 @ 3:15 PM EDT

#UKEdChat #WWI research site https://t.co/N7EBlsqUOC

Miss_jyB Jul 6 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Yes you're right and mostly there are aren't there? Surely new experiences and exposure etc is valued purpose? #UKEdChat

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YorksInclTSA Jul 6 @ 3:16 PM EDT

The largest desert in the world is Antarctica. #geography #getintoteaching #ukedchat #edchat

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:16 PM EDT

Cross curriculum, for me, is critical #UKEdChat but demands an authenticity to it to be valued by students and staff IMHO

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MrsSingleton Jul 6 @ 3:16 PM EDT

To enrich- delve deeper I to knowledge or experience things you may not normally have the opportunity to...#UKEdChat

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MrsSingleton Jul 6 @ 3:16 PM EDT

We have an enrichment program that all staff offer (anything they wish) and year 7/8 have compulsory attendance.. yr9-11 optional #UKEdChat

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Spedtechmia3 Jul 6 @ 3:16 PM EDT

Faster Feedback: Create Editing Shortcuts in Google Docs https://t.co/0Dex5zOYTG #edchat #edtech #ukedchat by #ednaks via @c0nvey

Mallrat_uk Jul 6 @ 3:16 PM EDT

A2 - something different to curriculum- why do they have to have 'outcomes' other than engaged and enthused kids #UKEdChat

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:16 PM EDT

A different or new look at the world #ukedchat

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busythings Jul 6 @ 3:17 PM EDT

Feeling blue about the state of teaching? Here are reasons to be optimistic https://t.co/oL2SfzmPmg #edchat #ukedchat #teacherlife

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:18 PM EDT

Yes, completely. Sometimes thought is required in designing enrichment activities, rather than just doing 'something nice'! #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:18 PM EDT

A great opportunity for staff to learn ALONGSIDE their pupils, and showing their human side. Making mistakes etc.? #UKEdChat

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hbudders Jul 6 @ 3:19 PM EDT

Opportunity to work with infant school. Activities that add more to the curriculum. Broaden it. #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:19 PM EDT

Because that is an outcome within itself? #UKEdChat

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Mallrat_uk Jul 6 @ 3:20 PM EDT

Are we the only Shool that doesn't have 'enrichment' days? #UKEdChat

HPChannelMgrUKI Jul 6 @ 3:20 PM EDT

Together we can start a new series of events that will let students discover their future #FollowTheRipple #UkEdChat https://t.co/ek7OPYs6wI

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:20 PM EDT

Great - What have you learned from it? #UKEdChat

hbudders Jul 6 @ 3:19 PM EDT

Opportunity to work with infant school. Activities that add more to the curriculum. Broaden it. #ukedchat
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hbudders Jul 6 @ 3:20 PM EDT

Greek day. Different activities to represent the day in the life of a Greek. Carousel within the hall. #ukedchat

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UKParlEducation Jul 6 @ 3:21 PM EDT

Get your students #debating during your #enrichmentday with our free collapsed timetable day resources #UKEdChat https://t.co/si565FbNxP

chizkent Jul 6 @ 3:21 PM EDT

Poetry Slam is a great tool to immerse yourself in performance poetry. Here's a cheeky poem https://t.co/1GWvZeHP6e #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:21 PM EDT

Shame on you 🤣 #UKEdChat After this chat, you may be tempted to raise it for future years?

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mrsvchilds Jul 6 @ 3:21 PM EDT

Previously we did healthy week and morning aerobics for parents and children. A good start to the day and active family engagement #ukedchat

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UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:22 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 4. What are the most successful outdoor activities for enrichment days you have been a part of?

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:22 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 4. What are the most successful outdoor activities for enrichment days you have been a part of?

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:22 PM EDT

What did you notice with the students? Any difference from normal T&L activities? #UKEdChat

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hbudders Jul 6 @ 3:22 PM EDT

Children are fantastic at supporting one another regardless of age or ability. #ukedchat

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jeanmpotter Jul 6 @ 3:23 PM EDT

#UKEdChat These are new to me (Oklahoma, USA) but I like the idea. Want to know more

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hbudders Jul 6 @ 3:23 PM EDT

Full engagement, enjoyment and empathy towards life in the past. #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:23 PM EDT

Access for all. After school doesn't allow access for all #UKEdChat Allows teachers to break ranks of curriculum also

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Miss_jyB Jul 6 @ 3:23 PM EDT

I don't disagree, thought is required...and the outcome would be new skills/experience and fun. Thought and fun can go together 😜 #UKEdChat

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SusanSEnglish Jul 6 @ 3:23 PM EDT

Day of Sports at our school is brilliant (exhausting) but really fab #UkEdChat Q4

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sofianahtchi Jul 6 @ 3:25 PM EDT

@chizkent i like your idea on slam poetry. such an innovative way to engage the creativity of students. #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:25 PM EDT

I know that some students cannot make after school enrichment activities, due to other responsibilities etc. What about them? #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:26 PM EDT

What about a whole-school Shakespeare enrichment day, crossing all subjects. You'd be well positioned to lead that #UKEdChat 😁

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lcatherine91 Jul 6 @ 3:27 PM EDT

In a placement school they built dens and created shops using only resources around them.Good for problem solving & imagination. ☺ #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:27 PM EDT

Ooh, someone is going to be busy 😜 #UKEdChat

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thinkogram Jul 6 @ 3:28 PM EDT

The Revision Movement #psychology #edchat #ukedchat https://t.co/gtTm8yfbeN #psychology #revisionmovement

thinkogram Jul 6 @ 3:28 PM EDT

Feedback: Educational Environment #UKEdchat #Edchat https://t.co/5YpMtvlD9q #education #feedback #gcsemathematics

thinkogram Jul 6 @ 3:28 PM EDT

Drop-Dead-Simple: #Liberation or #Captivity #UKEdChat https://t.co/ho3DqAFWta

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:28 PM EDT

Isn't that just brilliant - Did staff and pupils all get involved? #UKEdChat

lcatherine91 Jul 6 @ 3:27 PM EDT

In a placement school they built dens and created shops using only resources around them.Good for problem solving & imagination. ☺ #ukedchat
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digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:29 PM EDT

I don't! You under-estimate your own abilities ☺️ #UKEdChat Get ALL staff involved

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chizkent Jul 6 @ 3:30 PM EDT

Here's a blog about the Poetry Slam. #UKEdChat https://t.co/8FaA8CahEq

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UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:30 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 5. How do you measure the success or failure of enrichment activities?

TeacherToolkit Jul 6 @ 3:30 PM EDT

Need Help 'Sprucing Up' Your Classroom Displays? via @TeacherToolkit https://t.co/ApyMWTaKQH #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:30 PM EDT

One day a year? Why only one day a year? Why not a whole week? #UKEdChat Rome wasn't built in a day 😆

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Vivgrant Jul 6 @ 3:30 PM EDT

The 5 Principles of a lesson that engages & challenges pupils... #sltchat #ukedchat #womened #teacher5aday #edchat

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:30 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 5. How do you measure the success or failure of enrichment activities?

sofianahtchi Jul 6 @ 3:30 PM EDT

great resource. thanks for sharing this @chizkent #UKedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:31 PM EDT

YOU MUST LET US KNOW HOW IT GOES #UKEdChat Pretty please 😁

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TeacherToolkit Jul 6 @ 3:32 PM EDT

Racism ‘blighting’ lives of #BAMEed teachers, research finds https://t.co/WtQipMs9NV #EduColor #edchat #ukedchat

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:32 PM EDT

Feedback from everyone concerned is critical #UKEdChat A5. Including staff, pupils, leaders and parents (but not in that order!)

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:33 PM EDT

Why? #UKEdChat Isn't it all about building well-rounded pupils, rather than constant focus on curriculum? #UKEdChat

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SusanSEnglish Jul 6 @ 3:33 PM EDT

#UkEdChat - If S's sign up, enjoy & sign up again a success. If not ooppps - don't run it again. Trial and error I guess & being passionate

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mrsvchilds Jul 6 @ 3:33 PM EDT

No pressure. A collaborative effort and always positive praise. #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:34 PM EDT

I think it's great that staff can show and share their passions, or learn alongside pupils in new activities #UKEdChat Drama, for example 🤣

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focuseducation1 Jul 6 @ 3:35 PM EDT

Free resource looking at how to plan parent consultations. Taken from our NQT Toolkit: https://t.co/d0ffoGZN2i #NQT #UKEdchat

sofianahtchi Jul 6 @ 3:35 PM EDT

its always amazing how much pupils seem to educate their teachers. #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:36 PM EDT

#UKEdChat

DiLeed Jul 6 @ 3:36 PM EDT

Equalities monitor sign up and have conversations to explore who does/does not do xyz and why. Reasons can be complex
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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:37 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 6. What enrichment day activities would you like to see your school develop in the future?

UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:37 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 6. What enrichment day activities would you like to see your school develop in the future?

UKParlEducation Jul 6 @ 3:38 PM EDT

Enhance your autumn term #enrichmentday with a free Parliament loan box & resources. Order now for Sept! #UKEdChat https://t.co/Sj8gQid27c

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:38 PM EDT

A6. A broad mix of activities, that don't focus on curriculum outcomes, but focus on real-world issues, skills and experiences #UKEdChat

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lcatherine91 Jul 6 @ 3:38 PM EDT

Pupils love seeing staff get involved. It shows that the days are genuine and not just put on because the school thinks it has to. #ukedchat

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SusanSEnglish Jul 6 @ 3:41 PM EDT

Agree Leanne #Ukedchat it is one of the lovely reasons to be a teacher. To get involved in trek etc

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Mroberts90Matt Jul 6 @ 3:41 PM EDT

#UKEdChat A6: I love a good set of team building games and the wider the variety the better!

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:42 PM EDT

#ukedchat Spot on. It's a shame it has all gone a bit narrow

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EVAQ8_news Jul 6 @ 3:43 PM EDT

Latest security and safety guidance for crowded places also applies to #schools. Get updated: https://t.co/6eGqPpBlMV #ukedchat #headteacher

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:45 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 7. How do you manage / plan enrichment days in your school?

UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:45 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 7. How do you manage / plan enrichment days in your school?

digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:45 PM EDT

A7. Staff / team involvement is critical, but also involving pupils in the types of activities they would like to partake in #UKEdChat

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SusanSEnglish Jul 6 @ 3:46 PM EDT

I love getting involved, but... controversially don't care about winning (despite house system) seeing S's give it a go and enjoy #Ukedchat🙌

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ham1 Jul 6 @ 3:46 PM EDT

A6 Some of schools involved in @glp_e have developed fab #globallearning #teachsdgs enrichment activities, more of this? #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:48 PM EDT

Do many volunteer? #UKEdChat

lcatherine91 Jul 6 @ 3:47 PM EDT

We also have a team building weekend in my current school where teachers can volunteer to stay and get involved with the activities. ☺
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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:49 PM EDT

Yes, great stuff #UKEdChat Can you share examples of the activities, specifically?

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MrsSingleton Jul 6 @ 3:49 PM EDT

Student voice- mine are lucky enough to tell me ! #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:50 PM EDT

Even when you don't want them to? #UKEdChat 🤣

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:51 PM EDT

That shows great dedication #UKEdChat

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pivotalpodcast Jul 6 @ 3:51 PM EDT

Hear @JosephBaldwin & @pivotalmikeA explain! https://t.co/SgJio2UIky #ukedchat #sltchat

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:51 PM EDT

Ah, bless 'em #UKEdChat 😇

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:52 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 8. How can we encourage all staff to be positive and embrace the benefits of enrichment days for pupils?

UKEdSch Jul 6 @ 3:52 PM EDT

#UKEdChat - Question 8. How can we encourage all staff to be positive and embrace the benefits of enrichment days for pupils?

sofianahtchi Jul 6 @ 3:52 PM EDT

What a great way to engage the school as one unified entity. #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:53 PM EDT

#UKEdChat How does this enhance what is already being taught?

tooledup2teach Jul 6 @ 3:45 PM EDT

days devoted to curriculum areas to explore them in depth.
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Miss_jyB Jul 6 @ 3:53 PM EDT

I'm planning a day focussing on global awareness using our funding from @glp_e as my school is an expert centre! 😊 #UKEdChat

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digicoled Jul 6 @ 3:54 PM EDT

It's not about the staff, it about the pupils, and encouraging them to give new things a try along with exploring new experiences #ukedchat

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Miss_jyB Jul 6 @ 3:54 PM EDT

So any ideas would be great...I was thinking to focus on dance, music, art from other cultures.. #UKEdChat

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Mroberts90Matt Jul 6 @ 3:54 PM EDT

#ukedchat A8: Get some staff enrichment activities planned - they are always great fun. We have Staff Rounders on the 24th July!

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:54 PM EDT

I don't know what that means, but it sounds great #UKEdChat Real world stories and experiences

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JeevanSChagger Jul 6 @ 3:55 PM EDT

Read my latest blog- #SpecialJune Review. https://t.co/FvWhhevaMV #ukedchat #primaryrocks

ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:55 PM EDT

Food - and invite 'other cultures' into the school to make it real to the pupils #UKEdChat Sharing cultural stories aimed for pupils?

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SWconsultancyUK Jul 6 @ 3:55 PM EDT

#UKEdChat to provide safe risk and challenge. Extend and deepen learning. Holistic development of the whole young person.

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:56 PM EDT

That sounds like it could get personal! LOL #UKEdChat

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SWconsultancyUK Jul 6 @ 3:57 PM EDT

#UKEdChat by engaging them in the process of consultation,planning and delivery.Making it part of the fabric of the curriculum not a bolt on

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Historylecturer Jul 6 @ 3:57 PM EDT

Hmm. Surely every day should be an enrichment day? Why else bother to come to school? #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Jul 6 @ 3:57 PM EDT

Nope. I tried. But I can't argue against that! Sorry 🤣 #UKEdChat

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JeevanSChagger Jul 6 @ 3:58 PM EDT

Read my latest blog- #SpecialJune Review. https://t.co/FvWhhevaMV #ukedchat #primaryrocks

Historylecturer Jul 6 @ 3:58 PM EDT

My best day for younger pupils was groups of about 8, each with a teacher, doing local history drawings etc. #UKedchat

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sofianahtchi Jul 6 @ 3:58 PM EDT

I like what you said about consultation. This gives students responsibility and it enables them to be more confident. #ukedchat

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SWconsultancyUK Jul 6 @ 3:58 PM EDT

#UKEdChat not 1 enrichment day currently doing forest school instructor training.Very impressed at how it can help develop the whole child.

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PBSSeniorK Jul 6 @ 3:59 PM EDT

The latest The PBS Kamyk Senior Daily! https://t.co/pzDOcmoXyc Thanks to @MattGovernor @BST_Tokyo #ukedchat

Miss_jyB Jul 6 @ 3:59 PM EDT

Sounds great...and we're so diverse I was going to invite parents in to read stories, cook food with the chn etc 😊 #UKEdChat

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Historylecturer Jul 6 @ 3:59 PM EDT

Lucky to be in Edinburgh, I admit. The non-history teachers loved it. Came back every year. #ukedchat

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