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"The session was genuinely enriching. It’s rare to find such a well-rounded discussion on sleep that bridges research, clinical practice and everyday guidance so clearly" (parent and paediatrician)

We know some of you couldn’t join our World Sleep Day webinar with Professor Paul Gringras, and have been waiting for the upload of the recording.

We’re pleased to let you know that the full session, along with detailed notes and useful links, is now available online for subscribed members at: www.tooledupeducation.com.

Introducing the TULA – the Tooled Up Learning Assistant

We are really pleased to introduce you to TULA - a new multilingual AI tool designed to help educators, parents and carers access reliable, evidence-based guidance quickly and easily.

What is the TULA?

TULA is a conversational AI tool that draws exclusively from Tooled Up’s trusted, evidence-based resources. It does not search the open internet or generate responses from external sources. Instead, every answer is grounded in Tooled Up’s carefully researched content, ensuring guidance you can rely on.

Why use it?

TULA makes it easier to access practical support when time is limited:
- Quick answers without searching through multiple resources
- Responses tailored to your question, including age or situation
- Direct links to our relevant articles, webinars, podcasts and activities

Whether you’re an educator, parent, carer or school leader, TULA is designed to help you find trusted guidance quickly and easily.

TULA is now live and available to all Tooled Up members at no additional cost.

If you’re already a Tooled Up subscriber, you can access it via your existing login.

If you’re not yet a member, we’d be happy to show you how Tooled Up is able to support you and your school community.

To see TULA in action click the link in our new Linktree on our profile!

When the world feels overwhelming, children often have the biggest questions.

Join Professor Dennis Ougrin and Anna Tarasenko as they share practical ways to support children during distressing global events: helping them feel heard, safe, and supported.

A thoughtful session for educators and those working with young people. Let’s make space for the conversations that matter.

https://members.tooledupeducation.com/events/supporting-children-during-distressing-global-events

🎉Researcher of the Month: Professor Joel Talcott.

We're pleased to spotlight Professor Talcott, who is Professor of Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience at Aston University. He is one of a team of researchers and educators who have worked on a new universal screener for Year 1 children in the UK, which will be made freely available to teachers this Autumn to help identify learning strengths and areas where young pupils may benefit from additional support.

Want to learn more? Visit our website to listen to our latest podcast.

Conversations that matter can feel scary, but silence is worse.

Coming up this coming Friday: Education Advisor and International Trainer Rob Unwin will share practical ideas to help support meaningful dialogue.

Aimed at primary and prep teachers, with ideas that can also work for younger teens. Let’s make space for the conversations that count.

This World Sleep Day, let’s talk about the power of sleep.

On the 13th of March 2026 we’re hosting a live lunchtime Q&A with Professor Paul Gringras, one of the UK’s leading experts in sleep medicine.

Sleep plays a critical role in children and young people’s learning, behaviour, and mental health. Yet it’s often overlooked in conversations about education and wellbeing.

Join us to explore:
🌙Why sleep is essential for cognitive development and emotional regulation.
🌙The impact of poor sleep on behaviour and academic performance.
🌙Practical, evidence-based strategies that can be applied both at home and in the classroom.

To kick of the UK's National Year of Reading, meet January's Researcher of the Month: Dr Maria Korochkina, Vice-Chancellor’s Research Prize Fellow at Aston University.

Discover more and listen to the podcast on our website!

As we head into 2026, it’s the perfect time to invest in knowledge, confidence and practical tools that make a real difference.

📅 6 February
Our upcoming educator webinar tackles some of the most complex challenges facing children and young people today, from violence in the home and misogyny to cybercrime and conspiracy beliefs.

You’ll leave feeling supported in addressing these issues with the young people in your care.

Register now with via our website!

Meet our Researchers of the Month, Professor Davidson & Dr Farr from the University of East London! 🎓

Based on a major EU Horizon 2020–funded project, their research explores why more young people are getting involved in cybercrime. Highlighting the role of curiosity, technical skill, and online environments in shaping youth behaviour, they offer practical guidance for supporting safe and ethical digital choices.

Learn more about their findings and tools for young people, families and educators on our website.

This week’s Wednesday Wisdom comes straight from the heart of a remarkable young person.

Meet 15-year-old Barnaby Brewer: racing driver, content creator and proud neurodivergent teen who has transformed early anger and school struggles into confidence, purpose and over 1 million video views.

Barnaby’s uplifting story charts his journey through neurodiversity, Sim racing and finding the self-belief to chase his dreams. It’s honest, hopeful and truly inspiring.

Read the full article now on the Tooled Up Education website.

You can follow Barnaby’s journey on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube at .

Ever wondered if it's actually important for children to read? Dr Maria Korochkina explains how and why reading improves children's lives in our recent Webinar.

To find out more, watch the webinar on our website.

Meet our November Researcher of the Month, Dr Nomisha Kurian from the University of Warwick. Her work delves into how AI is shaping children’s wellbeing and what it takes to build technology that supports young minds.

Discover more about navigating developmentally friendly AI on our website!