And so we’re finally, nearly, back to school, and in my house at least, the sense of excitement is palpable. New shoes and uniforms have been purchased – my, haven’t they grown! – and we’re ready to get back to some sort of normality – seeing friends, learning new things and establishing new routines. I have my to-do list for the first few days back in my classroom, and although it looks a little daunting right now, I’m excited to be using that part of my brain again. Ask me again in a few weeks’ time and I might feel differently!

It is also an exciting moment for Subject Leaders, as we celebrated our first birthday on 1st September! The last 12 months have been brilliant, exhilarating and exhausting in equal measure, and we’re very positive about the future. We’ve been incredibly fortunate to have connected along the way with fellow entrepreneurs who have been so gracious with their help and expertise, and we’re more determined than ever to build and grow in the next 12 months.

Thank you to all the people who have subscribed to the service as well as all our lovely followers on social media. Your support and feedback are vital in helping us to shape the best service we can for you – so please, keep it coming.

Our final thank you goes to our children and husbands. We think of Subject Leaders as a family, and we’re delighted that you are an integral part of it – supporting us, challenging our thinking, and contributing expertise and boundless enthusiasm.

Here’s to the next academic year, and the possibilities, challenges and opportunities it will no doubt bring!

Fe & Lian