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Giorgio Rubbo

Giorgio Rubbo

Giorgio is currently Head of Year 11 at a large secondary school in the north of England, having previously been Second in Science and KS3 Science Lead at schools in Yorkshire. He is a biology and chemistry dual specialist, and holds a Master's degree in Educational research, with a focus on pedagogy and cognitive science. He can be found on X as @rubbiology where he regularly shares resources and ideas for both pastoral and academic leadership. Outside of teaching, Giorgio is a keen skier and tennis player.

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Equality of expectation in pastoral leadership

In this article, Head of Year 11 Giorgio Rubbo shows how pastoral leaders can drive academic success by maintaining high expectations. He explores how equality of expectation signals belief in a student’s potential and ensures they are supported to thrive — making inclusion truly meaningful.

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Live marking: The green pen and the ‘You take over’ strategy

In the realm of pedagogy, the green pen holds immense power. In this article, Giorgio Rubbo dives into the ‘You take over’ strategy, a live marking approach that enriches feedback quality, student engagement, and learning conversations while alleviating teacher workload. Discover the simplicity and profound impact of this method.

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