Retired after 40 yrs in education. Still interested; still involved. Formerly, Regional Director, West Midlands (DfE) & HT. FCCT. Passionate about learning.
Joined December 2014
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9 Jan 2020
“There is no trust more sacred than the one the world holds with children. There is no duty more important than ensuring that their rights are respected, that their welfare is protected ... “ (Kofi Annan). A great thought for today.
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30 Apr 2025
First “outing” to Crewe station since my retirement. Different weather and a more civilised hour make all the difference. #LivingTheDream
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7 Jan 2025
After 40yrs in education, today marks the 1st day of “retirement”. Given my love/less-love relationship with West Coast Main Line trains, it feels serendipitous to be starting this new chapter far away from trains. 3 month break and then I’ll be taking up 2 trust chair roles.
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31 Dec 2024
Super well deserved, Geoff!
31 Dec 2024
Many, many thanks for all the kind comments on my being awarded a CBE. Tonight I’ll raise a glass to the amazing pupils, colleagues and leaders I’ve worked with, learnt from, and been privileged to represent over a career of almost 40 years. A happy new year to you all.
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27 Dec 2024
Totally agree. And a small glass of port?!
25 Dec 2024
Although Twitter is often a place of nasty polarisation, I hope we can all agree that Christmas cake is best served with Wensleydale cheese. #MrsBYorkshireOrigins
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Andrew Warren retweeted
25 Dec 2024
Thank you Andrew for all you have done for education in the WM
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24 Dec 2024
Thanks Lizana
Wishing you a wonderful retirement. Thank you for all your hard work and service. Best Wishes, Lizana
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24 Dec 2024
Thank you and thank you for the opportunities to work together over the years. But for now, wishing you and all your members a very happy Christmas and a successful 2025.
24 Dec 2024
All the best, Andrew. Enjoy your retirement.
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23 Dec 2024
Thanks Geoff. Probably time to meet up again soon?!
23 Dec 2024
You’ve done amazing work, Andrew, and always with great humanity. I’m proud to count you as a friend. Best wishes with future adventures. G
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Andrew Warren retweeted
23 Dec 2024
We will miss you Andrew
23 Dec 2024
Last call; last email read and answered; kit all handed in. It has been a wonderful privilege to serve in @educationgovuk and alongside my @RGWestMidlands colleagues. What a great team to be a part of! Time is now up, the next adventure awaits. Over and out!
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23 Dec 2024
Thanks. Well, they won’t be about West Coast Main Line
23 Dec 2024
Wising you the very best Andrew. I look forward to some posts about your 2025 adventures.
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23 Dec 2024
Last call; last email read and answered; kit all handed in. It has been a wonderful privilege to serve in @educationgovuk and alongside my @RGWestMidlands colleagues. What a great team to be a part of! Time is now up, the next adventure awaits. Over and out!
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12 Dec 2024
It’s been a fortnight of “lasts” as I made my last trip to @educationgovuk in Westminster yesterday to meet and say goodbye to my wonderful Regions Group Directors. One of the most remarkable teams I’ve ever been privileged to be part of. Thank you!
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21 Nov 2024
A very frosty start at Crewe station this morning as I head down to Coventry for the penultimate Advisory Board of 2024. Grateful for all train staff this morning particularly those who’ve had to work on unfreezing points!
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A panel of #MAT leaders discusses trust expansion at ##SAASHOW- and hears from a @educationgovuk regional director that trusts will have an important role to play in ensuring children thrive.
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20 Nov 2024
Heading south again across snowy fields to the @SAA_Show. Looking forward to sharing in a couple of the sessions as well as catching up with other speakers and school leaders. Safe travels!
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19 Nov 2024
It’s a cold, dark and snowy start this morning at Crewe. Train is on time, warm and I’ve even got a desk and sockets! Thank you Avanti! #It’sTheLittleThings
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14 Nov 2024
It’s a seasonal challenge: when is it ok to eat the first mince pie (I know it doesn’t compare to global warming and world peace!), I’ve been on the road a lot this week so a quality, warm mince pie could not be resisted. Ticked that one off the list!
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30 Oct 2024
Keep them coming please. They always raise my spirits
30 Oct 2024
Just the way this platform has gone of late makes me post less often. But I suppose an occasional dog post is needed more than ever to counter everything else on here.
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14 Oct 2024
A spare 15 minutes and a chance to munch a sandwich in Sheffield’s very special Peace Gardens. Particularly pleasant due to the fact that rain is on my usual side of the Pennines! #LovingSheffield
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