Reclaiming valuable learning time
In the fast-paced environment of today's classrooms, every minute counts and the small, incremental savings provided by Class Charts accumulate to a massive 10,000 hours of learning time for the average school each year, equating to roughly 10 extra hours per pupil in a large UK secondary school.
What does this time mean for teachers and students?
An extra 10 hours of teaching per pupil: This additional time can make a world of difference, allowing teachers to thoroughly cover curriculum content and provide extra revision time for exams. It could even mean the difference of an exam grade per pupil.
Teacher benefits: With 96% of schools seeing value in the seating plans, Class Charts ensures a fast start to lessons, reducing in-class disruption and easing the burden on supply teachers during teacher absences. A calm, orderly classroom improves teacher wellbeing, offering them more time to teach effectively.
Beyond saving classroom teaching hours, Class Charts also enables teachers to reclaim an average of 1.6 hours per week typically spent on administrative tasks. This includes managing seating plans, behaviour, attendance, and parent communication.
How the small changes make big differences
Reducing classroom disruption
A standout statistic from our survey is that schools using Class Charts reclaim an average of 18% of their classroom teaching time by reducing disruptions. While this may only be minutes per class, it can add up to make a powerful difference to student outcomes. This translates to quicker class starts as pupils enter and sit down promptly, ready to learn. The impact of this efficiency is substantial, offering senior leaders a key metric for evaluating classroom management strategies.
Enhanced classroom control for supply teachers
One common challenge in schools is maintaining order and continuity with supply teachers. Class Charts mitigates this issue by providing supply teachers with a clear view of pupils' faces and names on screen. This feature significantly reduces the risk of boundary-testing and challenging behaviour, ensuring a smooth transition, and maintaining a stable learning environment.
Strategic seating for optimal learning
Class Charts strategically seats pupils next to peers who are likely to enhance their learning experience rather than disrupt it. This thoughtful arrangement minimises the need for teacher intervention, allowing educators to focus more on teaching and less on managing misbehaviour.
Here’s Jake Heath from Blessed Robert Sutton explaining how Class Charts helped his school improve their Ofsted rating.
Wider benefits for schools:
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Improved teacher wellbeing: A calm, orderly classroom environment enhances teacher wellbeing, providing them with the time to teach effectively.
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Senior leadership advantages: A calmer school with less disciplinary disruption leads to better staff wellbeing and retention. Better grades and improved Ofsted ratings are potential outcomes.
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Financial savings for MATS and bursars: Reduced recruitment costs from higher staff retention rates contribute to financial savings.
Conclusion: A powerful tool for schools
The findings confirm that Class Charts is an essential tool for modern education. By enhancing classroom management, reducing disruptions, and saving precious time, it equips schools to offer a more focused and effective educational experience. As schools continue to navigate the demands of contemporary teaching, Class Charts stands out as a powerful ally in setting up both teachers and students for success.
