Why change is needed, now: Some thoughts on culture
Sue Williamson, Chief Executive at SSAT, considers how our experiences throughout the pandemic can help create a positive shift in school culture to better support our students
Blog posts by Sue Williamson
Daring to lead: Recognising the power of vulnerability
Rereading Brené Brown’s book – Dare to lead – has reminded Sue Williamson, Chief Executive at SSAT, of the importance of empathising, connecting and being courageous, while reaffirming that change is needed now in our education system
SSAT response to the announcement on exams in 2021
Sue Williamson, Chief Executive of SSAT, responds to Education Secretary Gavin Williamson’s announcement on 2021’s GCSE, AS- and A-level exams
Politicians must recognise teachers’ value
Especially in relation to the disadvantaged, and specifically in using education of adults as well as children to counter racism, says SSAT chief executive Sue Williamson. And that is why we are proud to be awarding the Race Charter Mark.
Open letter re: school closures for children with special educational needs (SEN)
I am aware from conversations with schools that government guidance is being interpreted in a variety of ways as at times the guidance appears to be contradictory particularly in terms of social distancing and self-isolation of those with significant underlying health conditions.
SSAT: COVID-19 and school closures
In these challenging times, SSAT would have liked to have seen more decisive action from the government.
“If I had a million pounds, I would give it to him, but it wouldn’t be enough”
Sue Williamson, SSAT’s CEO, introduces her Fighting for Deep Social Justice pamphlet and reflects on her enlightening visit to Manchester Communication Academy that demonstrated the impacts that teachers have on shaping deep social justice in schools.
Sad that “my generation betrayed the young generation”
Austerity is to blame for students’ inability to succeed, according to SSAT’s CEO, Sue Williamson. Cuts in school funding and resources and lack of communication between staff and students are harming young people at an increasingly alarming rate, highlighting severe issues in social justice as a whole.
Fake news? I don’t think so
In the midst of all the news reports on Brexit and the madness of the Westminster bubble, the UN’s rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights reported that despite being the world’s fifth largest economy, the UK has levels of child poverty that are “not just a disgrace, but a social calamity and an economic disaster.”
How governance in MATs and schools should contribute to an effective school-led system
Sue Williamson, SSAT Chief Executive, on facing three major challenges in school/MAT governance.
