The ingredients of a great teacher
We all know one, don’t we – an educator of stupendous capacity and excellent teaching. So what exactly makes them stand one or two heads…
Category: Teacher
12 quotes to remind you why you chose to teach
It’s a natural fact of life that at some point in your life and professional career, you’re going to feel the burden of working life…
Handwriting: Why it’s still important!
“Wow Miss your handwriting is beautiful, my mum loves getting your notes!”
7 Back to School Teacher Hacks
As some year groups have gone back this week and as we gear up for the new normal in September, here are some quick hacks…
How to utilise the mentors in your school
Did you know that many mentors who have completed their teachers training, actually choose not to teach but to support learning instead?
Why do we need a broad and balanced curriculum?
The curriculum is one of the most talked about topics in all countries and throughout the ages. So why is the broad and balanced curriculum…
How to brush up on your subject knowledge
Your first few days back at school can seem a little disorientating. Your body clock is changing, you’re finding your way around your new classrooms…
Good Stress/Bad Stress
Stress and its awkward cousin anxiety generally get a bad rap. Sometimes it’s obvious what is stressing us out – too much work, too many…
How to manage your time when lesson planning
Trying to squeeze everything into a 50 minute lesson can feel impossible at times. Starter, main, dessert…I mean plenary…can feel like arbitrary sections to what…
5 ways to be an efficient teacher
Time is always of the essence in this profession. You have assessments to grade, data deadlines to meet and urgent emails to respond to. Since…