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Tooled Up saves staff time and promotes home-school alignment. Our platform of over 950 evidence-based resources have been researched and created in response to questions from Tooled Up staff in our schools all over the world. If busy staff can't find what they need, we create it for them. Simple.

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What Exactly is a 'Smartphone Free Childhood'? And How Might Parents Implement One?

Dr Kathy Weston

Webinar

October 9, 2024 - 19:00 BST

The Truth about Gaming

Professor Pete Etchells

Webinar

October 14, 2024 - 12:00 BST

Fact vs Fiction: Debunking Health and Fitness Myths on Social Media

Dr Idrees (Idz) Mughal

Webinar

October 17, 2024 - 16:00 BST

A Parents' and Educators' Guide to ADHD Medication

Professor Peter Hill

Webinar

October 18, 2024 - 12:00 BST

Live Q&A with Dr Fionnuala Barton, the Menopause Medic

Dr Fionnuala Barton

Webinar

October 18, 2024 - 13:30 BST

Tooled Up Education Online Conference: Reaching Boys Early

Dr Kathy Weston and guests

Webinar

November 8, 2024 - 09:15 GMT

Overcome Adversity with a Resilient Mindset

Darren Edwards

Webinar

November 19, 2024 - 13:00 GMT

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Wednesday Wisdom

Tooled Up tips for loving parents around the world.

Oct 02, 2024

Zooming Out

This is a term that I mumble to myself when I feel overwhelmed. It encourages me to take a step back and consider a slightly wider view on something. You might feel that something is the end of the world, but really, in the grand scheme of things, does it matter that much?

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Sep 25, 2024

Learning To Learn

This week’s Wednesday Wisdom comes from teacher and metacognition expert Nathan Burns. He introduces the benefits of metacognition and gives some easy ways to start using it at home.

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Sep 18, 2024

Personal Bests

A Sunday morning spent at the local athletics track last week observing young athletes in competition turned out to be a highly motivating one for me, as a middle-aged woman.

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Researcher of the Month

Dr Caoimhe Dempsey

Dr Caoimhe Dempsey

Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Economic and Social Research Institute

How Do Young Children’s Relationships with Parents and Teachers Impact Their Adjustment to School?

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Parenting Question of the month

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How can I best support my son with changes to his class next year?

A Tooled Up parent

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Firstly, it is normal to worry about changes that lie ahead for our children and to worry about their ability to cope. You aren’t alone. The start of a new academic year is always full of changes to school life. New classrooms perhaps? Timetables? Teachers, pupils, curricula, canteen menus? You sound like you are holding a lot of anticipatory anxiety about the changes that are forthcoming. These changes have likely been explained to you by the school, and perhaps you still feel fearful?

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Sep 09, 2024

Have Smartphones and Social Media Led to an Anxious Generation?

In this analysis, Dr Margarita Panayiotou, Senior Lecturer in Quantitative Methods in the Institute of Education at The University of Manchester, goes beyond the headlines to consider what the evidence really shows about the impact of smartphones on young people's mental health.

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Apr 30, 2024

Sextortion: what is it and why is it in the news?

The National Crime Agency has issued an alert to UK teachers following an increase in sextortion: a type of online blackmail in which the offender threatens to release nude or intimate photos of the victim.

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Mar 08, 2024

#InspireInclusion: Celebrating International Women’s Day

You are probably already aware that it’s International Women’s Day today. This year’s theme is #InspireInclusion and the event focuses on celebrating women’s achievements, raising awareness about discrimination and taking action to drive gender parity. Working as part of a small (but growing) team of fantastic women (and men), these are things that we are passionate about at Tooled Up, and we have plenty of resources for the Tooled Up community which will help to break down stereotypes and recognise the successes of some remarkable women.

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Tooled Up Education has been fantastic. Your work has had and has a really massive effect on our parents and also our staff

Beechwood Park School

Teacher

I have been using your resources as a parent at Francis Holland Regent's Park and firstly, I would like to say a huge thank you - I find all of your resources, webinars, etc, so refreshingly clear, topical and helpful. It is as if you are living in my house some days!

Francis Holland Regents Park

Parent

I’ve recently received a lot of positive feedback about Tooled Up resources. A parent wrote to me ‘The quality, relevance and tools available make my cleaning time in the kitchen listening to one of the podcasts at night an absolute pleasure'. The recent resource on war worries has also been so helpful to us.

St Christopher's School

Headteacher

I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say how much I appreciate the Tooled Up resource. It is incredibly helpful in navigating the challenges the girls are going through – it is a real wealth of info and I love the fact that it is evidence based and also easy to navigate.

North London Collegiate School

Parent

Thank you so much for such a wonderful Q&A, it was so informative and rich with information. I am certain our parent community will use all these resources. We are truly appreciative of your time.

St. Catherine's British School - Athens

Teacher

Dear Rhonda, talking to you has been a blessing. I felt really understood and validated. You are very kind, empathetic and thoughtful, but professional at the same time. Thank you so much for your advice and for all the information you sent me.

John Colet School

Parent

Thank you so much for your webinar last night. It really struck the right chord with this age of parent, and they found it very helpful. As Karen said, we are very fortunate to be a part of Tooled Up and have access to all the fantastic resources you work so hard to provide.

Heatherton

Teacher

‘I think it's a fab resource that we're very lucky to have - I was blown away by the talk when it launched and the breadth of resources available, but this is the first time that I've really used it. It's very easy to navigate, I love that there are audio tools available that I can listen to while doing things around the house, and now that I've gotten into the swing of using it, I will definitely be using it more regularly.’

Holme Grange School

Parent

I feel that I am more confident than before to deliver the Bereavement sessions in PSHE. The feedback of the students was, nonetheless, positive. It was one of the quietest sessions in the programme.

Yarm School

Teacher

You have made a material impact to my daughter's school experience this year and going forward. I cannot thank you enough!

Maltman’s Green School

Parent

I just wanted to email and send a quick thank you on behalf of Habs Junior School. Not only have we valued your resources, but you have answered some teachers specifically, and provided support for a few sets of parents individually all of whom are incredibly grateful. It has meant that we have made more progress, with more families, for more children.

Habs Girls' Junior School

Teacher

Tooled Up Education is indeed a valuable gift to Methody parents and I really wanted the School to know how much I am enjoying it and how grateful I am for it. Thank you

Methody School

Parent

The quality of Tooled Up’s resources is world-class. If you are serious about the holistic way in which you approach your pastoral care, their service is worth every penny.

Willington Prep School

Head

I wanted to send a message to our headteacher to say thank you for signing MHS up to Tooled Up Education and for giving the opportunity to parents to access their resources freely. I really enjoyed the webinar yesterday. I like the fact that all the resources are based on academic research and that there are practical tips and short videos for busy parents. I had been looking for something like this for a while!

The Mulberry House School

Parent

Tooled Up has been an incredibly impactful resource for our parents, our teachers and ultimately, our pupils. To have practical advice, based on the most up to date research, on such a wide range of topics, has been invaluable and it has strengthened our partnership with parents.

Haberdashers’ Boys’ School

Head of Prep and Pre-Prep

I am truly amazed at the depth and value of the information provided. This is such an incredible resource for us to parent our girls.

Maltman’s Green School

Parent

Tooled Up is in the water here now from the Pre-Prep to the Sixth form. It has a great impact through our work with parents, pupils, and our continuing professional development programme for staff.

Berkhamsted Schools Group

Deputy Head – Pupil Wellbeing and Personal Development

I feel like I have found what I have been looking for for so long! I am so relieved to get very practical, relatable advice.

Methody School

Parent

It takes a village to bring up a child so for us to be able to support parents through the Tooled up resources is invaluable. Parents get access to leaders in a whole range of fields as well as easy to read summaries and resources they can use at home.

The Grammar School at Leeds

Teacher

Thank you so much for providing us parents with the opportunity to guide our children in the best possible way.

St. Catherine’s British School - Athens

Parent

We feel so lucky as a school to have the support of Tooled up in navigating the increasingly complicated world we are all living in. Your down to earth and practical advice is exactly what parents need to hear to guide them.

The Grammar School at Leeds

Vice Principal and Head of Primary School

With my child, Tooled Up has been great. We have just completed the family values activity and it was insightful but also great fun. My older daughter is at another school and recently had a separate issue. Tooled Up have been great in supporting us with this. I think it's great that the school is supporting the parents and staff in helping the pupils further.

The Haberdashers' Boys' School

Parent

You have no idea how much I value Tooled Up. I love my job, I love the children; however, we are constantly facing issues we haven't anticipated. Now we have you. It's so great to have a link to proper researched answers. Having you on board makes it easier to reassure parents. It is beyond helpful for all our staff.

Chepstow House School

Assistant Head Wellbeing

I was thrilled to hear that my son’s school had signed up for Tooled Up! I loved your talk at the school and have really appreciated your Wednesday Wisdom every week since! Thank you So much! Keep up the great work!

Belfast High School

Parent

Thank you for all you provide. It has made a significant difference for us and I look forward to more talks and webinars in the new year.

Shrewsbury House School

Executive Head

I just wanted to say how impressed I am with the tooled up resources, and the fact that once again MGS has provided the absolute best for the boys and parents and really looking after them in such a holistic way. You are continually exceeding my already high expectations and we are privileged to be part of the school.

Maltman’s Green School

Parent

In our staff meeting tonight there were several examples of how the platform was already being used and I am hoping that that enthusiasm spreads.

Orley Farm School

Head

My family and I want to thank you for giving Methody parents the opportunity to access her Tooled Up Education website. It is a reliable and valuable source of information, which we can always refer to in times of trouble!

Methody School

Parent

There are so many great resources and presentations available on TooledUp that staff use as well as we tend to signpost specific topics for example “Getting School Ready” Guide for new parents. Staff love the fact that they can direct parents to expert information on anything from “allergies/separation anxiety/bed wetting” as well as the conversation guidelines. We joined Tooled Up this time last year and it has been fantastic.

Woodford Green Prep

Teacher

I just wanted to say thank you so much for organising the Tooled up webinar this evening for years 7-9. It was absolutely fantastic and I feel so lucky and grateful that Roundwood has provided this to support parents. This is a game changer and I can’t believe how many resources there are . Thank you so much again

Roundwood School, Harenden

Parent

I have had such good feedback already and one of my colleagues who is sadly leaving us, is interested in this for her new school potentially. We are excited about being a ‘Tooled Up’ school and have been talking about it with parents already.

Downe House School

Deputy Head

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