I must admit to being slightly ignorant about the diverse nature of issues regarding safeguarding and wellbeing prior to the lecture. I was fortunate enough to have a safe and happy childhood, however it quickly became apparent that not every child is in this position. The Every Child Matters Service (2003) states that all children… Continue reading A response to the lecture on Safeguarding, Wellbeing and E Safety

Following the lecture on behaviour management I was given a great deal to consider in terms of how I will manage classroom behaviour when I am leading my own learning zone. I agreed strongly with the idea of acknowledging children as valuable individuals by simple acts of what is, in truth, common politeness such as… Continue reading A reflection on Behaviour Management

As I embark on becoming a teacher, I would like to reflect on what being a teacher means to me.  Highlighting my hopes and aspirations as to what I would like to bring to the classroom and how the children’s learning might be enhanced and impacted. Teaching for me is bringing a subject alive, so… Continue reading My first thoughts