Welcome to our Teachers Blog, a valuable resource shaped by a vibrant community of educators. Here, you’ll find insights and wisdom shared by experienced teachers to support and enrich your teaching journey. Explore a range of topics, from effective student feedback and navigating Ofsted inspections to promoting diversity, honing your leadership skills, and much more.
Inspection and Observation
Ofsted’s 2025 education inspection framework promises major changes, from scrapping headline grades to introducing report cards and full graded inspections. This article unpacks the key proposals, explores their impact on teachers and students, and questions whether the new system truly addresses long-standing concerns.
Pedagogy
Considering supply teaching? Whether you’re looking for flexibility, experience, or a change of pace, this article covers everything you need to know. Learn how supply teaching works, what to look for in an agency, and the key skills needed for success. Plus, explore the pros and cons to help you decide if it’s the right fit for you.
Pedagogy
Turn and Talk is a simple yet transformative classroom routine that sparks discussion, builds confidence, and deepens understanding, ensuring every student participates in the learning process. Discover how to make it a cornerstone of your teaching and adapt it to suit any subject.
Pedagogy
In this article, chemistry teacher Dan explores the benefits of visualisers, provides a practical example, and highlights how they can enhance teaching by fostering clearer explanations, effective modelling, and real-time feedback. Perfect for teachers looking to move beyond PowerPoint and engage students more dynamically!
Pedagogy
English teacher Andrew Atherton shares a creative approach to poetry revision. Discover how introducing the bibliographic code and letting students carve their own poetic creations can ignite engagement and a fresh appreciation for poetry. Perfect for Year 7 through Year 13, this lesson will make revision exciting and memorable.
Pedagogy
Struggling to get your English class talking? Discover why traditional cold calling doesn’t always work in English classrooms and learn simple strategies to encourage meaningful engagement and discussion. Bring your lessons to life with methods that work for the unique dynamics of English classrooms.
Science Teaching
Understanding organic reaction mechanisms is crucial for A Level Chemistry success. In this article, chemistry teacher Thomas shares a step-by-step approach to teaching mechanisms that engages every student. Learn how to move beyond rote memorisation and get your students thinking critically about organic reaction mechanisms.
Pedagogy
Mini whiteboards are a game-changer in the classroom. They allow teachers to quickly assess every student’s understanding, enforce accountability, and encourage risk-taking. This article by science teacher Dan explores how these simple tools can boost participation and transform your teaching.
Pedagogy
Boost student metacognition with ‘blue sky highlighting’. Learn how this simple feedback strategy can transform your classroom, encouraging students to think deeply about their work and become more independent learners. Discover easy-to-implement techniques to make feedback more engaging and effective.
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Discover a zero-fuss platform where you can search for high-calibre tutors, meet for interactive lessons and track progress – all in one place.
Download free teaching resources to save you time, and become part of a generous community of teachers.
Explore our collection of freely available revision materials for GCSE and A Level students.
Discover a zero-fuss platform where you can search for high-calibre tutors, meet for interactive lessons and track progress – all in one place.
