Emma Ward

*** NEW POST *** ‘The ‘adaptive teaching’ collection’ “Adaptive teaching describes the moment-to-moment responsiveness that is orchestrated continuously in the classroom by expert teachers.” alexquigley.co.uk/the-adaptive-t…

Here's a set of weekly safeguarding scenarios / questions for a full academic year. Thank you to everyone who helped and sent over suggestions. Please help yourself if you'd like them: dropbox.com/scl/fi/e2ldj6y…

If you're a new subject or curriculum leader, or haven't seen them before, I've made summaries and infographics for all Ofsted subject research reviews released so far. You can download PDFs from my blog & here's a thread of them if you're looking for a subject in particular🧵

@Hayo_luke In adult workspaces you see some people once a day maximum. It’s so important to be polite in those interactions. This is learned, not innate. It’s vital to model this in the students’ first professional environment (school).

New DfE non-statutory guidance on reading - both in primary and secondary schools - ‘The Reading Framework’ (2023) assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/upl…

I’ve learnt over the last couple of years how crucial students’ welcome to school is for a shift in school culture & behaviour. 1. We now have at least 2 members of SLT on the gate who give a huge theatrical ‘good morning’ modelling positive professional interactions but also…

@primaryteachew @LHearsum love these 🌎

✨ Circle Books ✨ One of my favourite ways of presenting learning! This time round, we did one circle per continent to make our ‘globe’. The class worked in groups of 3 to create one as a team, sharing facts and ideas to make it the best they could 🌍

@Helen_E78 I did this too today….. 👏🏼

A move to Year 2 for me and an enhancement to support the children when learning to tell the time (saw the idea on twitter). Children will take turns to wear the watch. Other times will be added as we move through the year #year2 #edutwitter #tellingthetime #year2maths

I have 3 children- ages betwn 7 and 15. I’ve been SLT in schools for 10+ years. I took promotion after each mat leave. Seen a few posts from parents returning to work this week, worrying how to do it all. Here’s a short 🧵 of things that work for me:

NEW: The ShREC approach – Four evidence informed strategies to promote high quality interactions with young children The EEF's @Flissej introduces new video, exemplifying the key strategies that make up the "ShREC" approach. More info: eef.li/Ar02xC

Have faith in your adhd child (and try hold on to your sanity as best you can in the meantime) 💗💗💗

@AndyBurtEEX @EstherOConnor5 @Foundation_MWP @hoppinghillers @EarlyBincombe Thank you! 😃

Moving to EYFS after 4 years in Year 2, 10 years since I was last in reception. I’m really looking forward to updating my skills. Anyone recommend good people to follow? #EYFS #newyeargroup #teachertwitter #teacher #recommendations

Getting your teaching qualifications isn't the end of your learning, it's just the beginning! #sltchat #Ukedchat

I cried this morning - tears of frustration and exhaustion about provision (or lack of) for an SEN young person. I’m not the parent, I’m the professional. Tonight I’m raising a glass to all those SEN parents/carers out there who face this every single day. I see you. I hear you

After a brilliant retweet from @IlshamEngHub, today we introduced our Makaton Advent Calendar! It’s going to be great learning a new Christmas themed sign each day!🎄🎅❄️ @MakatonCharity #wespeakmakaton 🗣 @TedWraggTrust

Just been invited to the wedding of a man I taught 23 years ago because he wanted his ‘favourite teacher to be there’. We must never take for granted the effect we have on the children in our care - I had no idea he felt like this until today. #emotional #humble #proud