A Easy to follow guide to observing lessons & improving reflective practice ** ** ideal tool if either: you have been asked to observe a lesson & you are not confident giving feedback you are a NQT or trainee teacher wanting to get more out of observing teaching The document explains the objectives of lesson observations, pinpointing what you should be focusing on & looking for. **It also contains a really handy guide with questions and prompts to use to record feedback during lesson observations ** i.e. What is the pace of the lesson ? is students work challenging & engaging? what behaviour strategies are implemented?

Planning a Health & Active Fitness Program Worksheet Lesson Task -ideal Cover or one lesson task -can be used in Sport & fitness lessons as well as Food tech Students can independently work through the sheet generating ideas around healthy living & fitness main task - design a fitness program for two different clients

Student Case Study Template & Guide To Help Writing a Case Study - SEND Special Educational Needs Fantastic Tool for ALL teachers to provide commentary in regards to student progress Ideal for OFSTED preparation Excellent when used for students with special educational needs Whole School Resource Great to analyse progress and arrange relevant intervention

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY - TEXTILES - CLASSROOM SAFETY HAZARD WALL DISPLAY CARDS VERY CLEAR & EYE CATCHING WALL DISPLAY POSTERS HIGHLIGHT RULES & HAZARDS OF CLASSROOM EQUIPMENT/MACHINERY -FABRIC PAINTS -FABRIC DYES -HEAT PRESS -SEWING MACHINE

KS3 CURRICULUM MAP - DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY - TEXTILES - YEAR 7 8 9 LESSON OVERVIEW DETAILED LESSON OVERVIEW YEAR 7 - LANYARD PROJECT YEAR 8 - TOTE BAG DECORATION YEAR 9 - STORAGE POUCH NEW CURRICULUM FRIENDLY - CORRESPONDS TO ALL AREAS OF NEW DT 2014 SPEC.

**Art Therapy ** An easy to use worksheet ideal for 1:1 or cover lessons the sheet is a art therapy colouring activity, designed to allow students time to gater their thoughts whilst gently training their brains. Easy to use - simply print how many copies needed - student instructions on sheet. Colouring Challenge Mindfulness De-stress using colouring techniques - accessible for ALL ages social & emotional SEND & well being

13 Slides Different Brain teaser puzzles ideal tutor time activities

Whole Lesson Activity 2-3 Hours Christmas Fairy Cakes - Practical Task - All In One cake Method - Homework Extension task - Cake design ideas -Powerpoint lesson plan - can be projected to students on smart board -easy to follow student instructions - Cake design worksheet included

30 CLASSROOM DISPLAY KEYWORDS - Design & Technology - Textiles - Literacy - SPaG Large Print format easy to read PRINT LAMINATE & DISPLAY very eye catching printed on yellow paper ideal literacy visual

RANDOM NAME GENERATOR - ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING TOOL - QUESTIONING -WHOLE SCHOOL BOOK 1 - NAME GENERATOR - PUSH GO TO RANDOMLY SELECT STUDENT BOOK 2 - DATA SHEET - COPY & PASTE CLASS LISTS

Book / Work Scrutiny Proforma - Whole School Departmental Leadership Tool -Book Scrutiny Template to be used to asses the quality of marking & assessment a excellent tool to provide quality feedback when looking at student work Termly, I ask subject leaders to bring a sample of books from their department to be looked at. This template is used to consistently look through work and provide feedback.

WHOLE SCHOOL - Learning Walk Policy & Feedback Grid Template - Whole school learning walk policy -learning walk feedback template Ideal tool to implement learning walks within a school/college the policy (which can be adapted to suit) outlines a clear and fair procedure around learning walks the feedback templates allows the learning walks to be constructive & developmental. the template gives clear feedback around what has been observed and helps to provide evidence around teaching & learning

**An Activity & worksheet for students who are preparing to go on work experience or apply for jobs, colleges or placements ** The 2 page sheet gets students to discuss & think about what needs to be prepared for BEFORE, DURING & AFTER the interview It also outlines a range of basic interview questions that are likely to be asked & enables students to note down possible answers **a great tool for career & future planning at KS4 & KS5 level **

Positive Reflection Journal Worksheets 1x Blue 1x Pink Questions can be tweaked slightly to suit your cohort/activity A diary style sheet which encourages students to reflect on their week/day positively, picking out particular aspects which they have enjoyed. Great tool to engage with Social & Emotional Literacy & Well-being - Writing Skills This also allows you to gently get to know your students in more depth & their wider life outside of school, allowing you to support them with greater knowledge. This is also a great confidence builder, the skills learned can be applied in the workplace & home

Teacher’s Whole School CPD Game/Activity 5 Second Rule -Teaching & Learning Edition Whats Included: 1 x 5 second rule board 1 set of game rules 54 question cards (teaching & learning based - can be edited) Complete CPD Activity to promote focused teacher networking & share Teaching & Learning knowledge *The Board & Cards Can be printed & laminated to create a high quality game to promote teacher CPD * I designed this game to use with our teachers at a staff twilight evening. I discussed the new proposed OFSTED framework - focusing on the QUALITY OF EDUCATION. Staff then shared their classroom practice & subject knowledge whilst playing the game. **This game is LOTS OF FUN … provides great conversation & innovation ** The Game of Quick Thinking and Fast Communication! **For 3 to 6 Players Object of the Game To correctly answer the most questions by giving answers before the timer runs out. The player in the Hot Seat has 5 seconds to give answers. **Winning the Game Players progress along the board until they reach FINISH. The first player to get there wins the game **Example Question cards ** … Name 1 Way of promoting a positive classroom environment NAME 1 De-escalation technique What does the Term ‘Leavers Destination’ Refer to ? NAME 2 Signs of neglect Name 1 Method of gauging pupil understanding

Design Tech NEW National Curriculum 0-9 Key Stage 3 Level Descriptor Assessment criteria ladder Assessment areas directly link with new curriculum areas design, make, evaluate, subject knowledge. Creating four key assessment areas. NEW 0-9 Grading Good visual aid for students easy to follow visual ladder excellent assessment material and classroom resource

LITERACY KEYWORD - CLASSROOM DISPLAY - whole school SPaG - Promote good writing in your classroom -can be used as prompt cards or wall displays - eye catching -Simply PRINT, LAMINATE & TEACH!

2X SETS OF STUDENT WAITING CARDS - Iron & Heat Press - Classroom Behaviour Management 26 STUDENT WAITING TICKETS - ISSUE AT RANDOM PROMOTES GOOD CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT DURING PRACTICAL LESSONS STUDENTS ARE CALLED IN NUMER ORDER TO USE EQUIPMENT SIMPLY PRINT, CUT & LAMINATE

Design Tech NEW National Curriculum 0-9 Key Stage 3 Level Descriptor Assessment criteria ladder Assessment areas directly link with new curriculum areas design, make, evaluate, subject knowledge. FOOD & NUTRITION Creating four key assessment areas. NEW 0-9 Grading Good visual aid for students easy to follow visual ladder excellent assessment material and classroom resource

Financial Awareness Discussion Questions Spark engaging conversations about money management with these thought-provoking discussion questions! Covering topics like everyday spending, budgeting, and financial goals, these prompts help students reflect on their financial habits and dreams. Perfect for classroom activities or workshops, these questions empower young people to build healthy financial habits and boost their financial literacy. Use them to inspire meaningful discussions and prepare students for a successful financial future