Thomas Blakemore

The name of the game is giving teachers a life they love and i honestly think edu technology can do that.

The fancy AI creators you see can be replicated in things like ChatGPT giving teachers time back.

Over the past month, I’ve been building a growing community that has been working on not just saving time but also increasing accessibility, opportunities and inquiry for students through the platforms demonstrated.

Each week, there’s learning opportunities, collaboration and a community of focus towards a common goal.

If you’re interested, the link is here and it’s free to start.www.skool.com/ai-teacher-tech-made-simple-7886/abo…

1 day ago | [YT] | 3

Thomas Blakemore

Next week, I'm going live on the channel looking into one of the topics you choose below:

The most voted will be the topic.

3 days ago | [YT] | 1

Thomas Blakemore

Over the past few months, the most common message I’ve received from teachers is straightforward:


"I’m interested in AI and tech, but I’m exhausted by the hype. Where are the actual solutions that help my learners and cut my workload?"


Let’s be honest: AI fatigue is real. Every week there’s a new "groundbreaking" thing to learn or a self-proclaimed expert, who taught for two years a decade ago, telling you how to run your classroom. You don't need high-level theory or another complex system to figure out. You need practical, battle-tested tools that actually support pupils and work in real, everyday teaching environments.


To address this, I’ve spent the last few weeks completely overhauling and expanding
AI & EdTech Made Simple.


The brand-new cohort officially reopens tomorrow.


Having spent a decade in the classroom testing tech, I’ve designed this updated version to bypass the fluff. We’ve added new sections focused strictly on ground-level utility: helping you differentiate for SEND, streamline assessment, and improve pupil outcomes without taking up your evenings.


What’s waiting inside:

Step-by-step AI & EdTech video tutorials built for real classrooms

A curated index of hidden, high-impact free teacher websites

Plug-and-play prompts and templates for planning, SEND, and feedback

Practical workflows across Google, Canva, ChatGPT, and Gemini

Ongoing Q&A support from a community of active educators


If you want direct shortcuts that actually support learning and buy you time back, you can preview the community details ahead of tomorrow's relaunch here: www.skool.com/ai-teacher-tech-made-simple-7886/abo…

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 2

Thomas Blakemore

Loads of new members have joined overnight.

I’m closing new memberships in the next 24 hours temporarily while we build/ onboard so don’t miss out.

Did I mention you can start for free?

Https://www.skool.com/ai-teacher-tech-made-simple-…

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 2

Thomas Blakemore

The community is growing. The live trainings are flying!

Even during the summer, I’ve been working hard behind the scenes to build my new community for teachers.

Ai Fatigue is real! What’s still real is teachers wanting to know how to use tools efficiently while not forgetting the useful websites that might not be AI too.

That’s why I built the Teacher AI & Edtech Club.

It’s a club full of like-minded individuals.

I’m pausing memberships joining on Sunday so make sure to sneak in before then.

Https://www.skool.com/ai-teacher-tech-made-simple-…

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 1

Thomas Blakemore

My new community AI and Edtech Made Simple has just 9 places left at the founding member price.

This is the next big adventure.

You can get started for free here

Https://www.skool.com/ai-teacher-tech-made-simple-…

1 month ago | [YT] | 6

Thomas Blakemore

9 AI Tools for Teachers
This is available inside my new community too. You'll be able to download this and others as it drip feeds in the 'classroom' tab.
It's only $9 a month with limited places.
www.skool.com/ai-teacher-tech-made-simple-7886/abo…

1 month ago | [YT] | 3

Thomas Blakemore

Huge Launch!
Excited to share my premium community for Edtech and AI lovers is here!
6 out of 30 spots at this price already gone!
Linked below:
www.skool.com/ai-teacher-tech-made-simple-7886/abo…

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

Thomas Blakemore

My feed has been awash with opinions from teachers about the proposed social media ban for under-16s.

Personally, I can see the benefits.

As a teacher, and now as a parent, stronger guardrails online could help protect children's wellbeing, mental health, self-esteem and attention spans. The benefits won't appear overnight, but fewer hours scrolling could mean more time for reading, creativity, sport and real-world friendships.

However, I don't think enough responsibility is being placed on the social media companies themselves.

Many platforms employ some of the world's brightest behavioural scientists and psychologists to maximise engagement. Their business model depends on attention, and I suspect future generations may look back at parts of social media culture in a similar way to how we now view smoking. Not because they're the same thing, but because we've normalised something without fully understanding the long-term consequences.

And I say that as someone who creates content online every week.

The other side of this debate is educational content.

Many teachers use social media to support young people. I've created SATs and revision content in the past, and thousands of educators share free explanations, tips and guidance that students access when they need it most.

That's why YouTube feels like a unique case. For many students, it's not just social media. It's where they learn, revise and explore new ideas.

Which raises a bigger question:

Are we tackling the root cause of harmful platform design?

Or are we simply restricting access while leaving the incentives unchanged?

What are your thoughts?

2 months ago | [YT] | 4

Thomas Blakemore

My Favourite Reading Websites For Teachers

If you are looking for reading websites that actually save time and keep pupils engaged, these are the ones worth bookmarking.

Here are my favourites:

🧠 Chalkie.AI, brilliant for new audio activities and audio comprehension, plus you can use Thomas20 for 20% off Pro

📚 Phonics Play, a classic for phonics practice and easy classroom use

🎬 Storyline Online, perfect for bringing stories to life with great read alouds

🎧 Storynory, lovely for audio stories that children can enjoy independently

🔤 Phonics and Stuff, a handy extra for phonics support and quick ideas

A good reading website should do more than just fill time. It should make reading fun, support learning, and make your life easier too.

Save this for later and share it with a teacher who is always hunting for better reading resources.

#readingresources #teachersofinstagram #phonics #primaryteaching #teachertips

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