Andy Chandler-Grevatt Back to School. The end of the summer break and the new term. New students, new timetable, new you? What will you do differently this school year? An often neglected part of our ambitions, planning and targets is looking after ourselves. How are you going to look after yourself this year? Teachers are […]
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This month, we’re welcoming David Shanks back with his 3rd blog post… And so, school is no longer “out for summer” and another lengthy wait to hear Alice Cooper’s classic on the radio begins. We are learning new student names, dusting off the teaching cobwebs and are most proud of our shiny new stationery and […]
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With the summer term well underway, you might be making plans to welcome September’s new Year 7 cohort to school on induction day. With this in mind, we asked former Leader of English (and parent) Jill Carter what advice she’d give to parents whose children are about to start secondary school for the first time. […]
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With the summer term well underway, you might be making plans to welcome September’s new Year 7 cohort to school on induction day. With this in mind, we asked former Leader of English (and parent) Jill Carter what advice she’d give to parents whose children are about to start secondary school for the first time. […]
Read moreHowever experienced, Early Years staff are always looking for new ways to engage parents as they know how vital that relationship is. I’ve included a few tips here – some I’ve tried and some I wish that I had! The new Oxford Owl Guide to ‘Your Child’s First Year at School’ can help with induction and developing that engagement. It is available online but a printed […]
Read moreWe asked Ros Wilson for her top back to school tips, and here’s what she came up with! Greet every member of the staff team warmly (at some point) and take time to ask how their summer was, even though you are desperately busy. Notice public displays around school and thank and praise when changed, […]
Read moreWe asked Lindsay Pickton and Christine Chen for their top back to school tips, and here’s what they came up with! Step back on a regular basis; give yourself space to think about what you actually want the children to achieve. Then plan for that! Always keep in mind that, in your lessons, the children should be […]
Read moreWe asked James Clements for his top back to school tips, and here’s what he said. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re an old hand, or you’re getting to know your very first class! Never turn down the opportunity to eat, drink or go to the loo. As a teacher, you never know when you’ll […]
Read moreWe asked Nikki Gamble for her top back to school tips, and here’s what she came up with! Aim to learn as much as you teach this year. Be kind to yourself – no one is perfect 100% of the time.
Read moreWelcome to the Oxford Primary blog, here to bring you expert guidance, research and best practice from outstanding schools on the latest school improvement hot topics. We’ll be bringing you posts from our Primary team here at Oxford University Press, leading educational experts, and brilliant teachers. Top Back to School Tips from the Experts! To […]
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