This is a PowerPoint resource to guide pupils in understanding and taking practical steps to reduce the amount of stress that they might feel when preparing for and sitting their GCSE exams. Exam periods can be very stressful times for pupils, particularly when sitting their GCSEs. This resource has been written by an experienced teacher with a proven track record of achieving outstanding exam results to help pupils to reduce the stresses that they may feel during this key period, and guide them in how to channel their energies positively. This resource is suitable for any subject where examinations are a key component of the course, or can be used as part of a wider PSHE scheme of work.

This resource provides a form in an Excel format that can be used to carry out the risk assessment of Design & Technology workshops. Electronic copies can be used when updating the risk assessment, saving time by reducing the need to re-enter data or values that have not changed. The format used is based on that recommended in the D&T Association publication 'Risk assessment in Secondary Schools & Colleges Design & Technology Teaching Environments'. Included in this resource: An Excel spreadsheet tool to assist in carrying out risk assessments of D&T rooms. Notes explaining the effective use of the resource.

This document is designed for use by Headteachers and members of the SLT. It presents, in a revised format, the grade descriptors published by Ofsted. It is intended to prepare for an inspection and to save preparation time when an inspection occurs. If the tables within this document, or individual items from the tables are regularly discussed at SLT meetings, it can also assist in maintaining the focus on improvement. The aims of this document are, once completed: To allow schools to identify where there are gaps or weaknesses in the evidence base that need to be addressed. To help inspectors identify and locate evidence to justify a grade awarded. The grade descriptors are listed in tabular form, with separate tables for ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ for each of the main inspection areas.

This is a guide to using learning walks as a tool for departmental improvement, with a supporting example feedback form. It has been written by an experienced leader who worked in a school that improved its inspection rating by two grades. The resource is appropriate for use across all secondary school subjects. This resource includes: Guidance notes on the importance and implementation of learning walks, how they can be used as a department improvement tool and criteria that can be used when observing lessons. Example feedback form that can be completed during the learning walk, with criteria linked to learning, teaching and progress, marking and assessment and the classroom environment. Fully editable. Example of a completed learning walk feedback form.