‘Don’t Smile Until Christmas’
I’ve seen some Facebook posts recently where people have advised to ‘not smile until Christmas’ with you new class. Personally, I wouldn’t take this advice. Smile from day one- Simon Hunt.
‘Preparing For Literacy’- A Review – Part 2
This is the second part of Jayne Carter’s blog on improving communication, language and literacy in the early years.
Where is the Love?
The recent statistics revealed by the Department for Education that one school in Sunderland excluded over half of it’s pupils during the 2017/18 academic year was startling. Not only this, but over 40 schools in the UK also excluded over 20% of their cohort during the same period. David Winfield asks, ‘Where is the Love?’
Starting Your First Week Back at School
The first week back is always a busy one, but it can be made easier by having a clear plan on what you want to achieve with your children. By setting high expectations, laying out clear routines and getting to know your children, you can set yourself up for a really successful year. Here are my top tips on how to start your first week of school!
A Well-behaved Class = A Happy You!
‘Very few children, if any, actually want to misbehave. They want to know that we care, that we provide consistency, clarity and security. Some just need more convincing than others.’
Dan Storey who works in a SEMH school shares his 4 top tips for improving behaviour that can be used in any class.
5 Reasons to Read Hairy Maclary
My daughter and I absolutely adore Lynley Dodd’s Hairy Maclary books. Here are five reasons why you should share these books with children, whether at home or in school- Peter Harding
5 lessons using Chrome Music Lab
Chrome Music Lab- Andrew Keegan shares 5 lesson ideas to try to save you time.
Making Research Work for You
There are so many new teaching ideas out there especially with Twitter and Facebook but what works for one class might not work for another. Natalie Clark shares her experiences of implementing new strategies from research.
‘Preparing For Literacy’- A Review – Part 1
This is the first part of Jayne Carter’s blog on improving communication, language and literacy in the early years.
Starting My Teacher Training, Why Now?
When she become a mum, Jenny’s life changed. She knew she wanted the best for her children’s development but as they left for school she had to trust someone else. That’s when she knew she wanted to become a teacher, to help other children too.