MENTOR TRAINING:
Mentor training: Primary dates
EARLY YEARS AND
PRIMARY EDUCATION
Faculty of Education: Autumn edition 2015-16
WELCOME TO 2015-16: PARTNERSHIP
NEWSLETTER
Code: PrmMt1
Title: Primary Mentor Training Update:
Introduction to the Learning Evaluation
(the holistic approach to lesson
observation).
Date: Thursday 22nd October 2015
Time: 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Venue: Rowan Room Woodlands
A Warm welcome to 2015—2016 and thank
you for your continued and valued support
within the Edge Hill University Partnership.
NEW ACADEMIC YEAR NEW TEAM : At the end
of last term we said goodbye to the Head of
Primary Education Tony Currie. Tony has
taken up a post as a Headteacher (within
the partnership). Tony will be greatly
missed and we wish him luck with his future
endeavor.
We would like to introduce you to our new
Head of Primary Education Dr. Helen
O’Keeffe. Helen has worked within the
Edge Hill University’s Primary area for over
10 years. During this time her roles have
varied greatly, from Year Leader to
Programme Leader to Assistant Head of
Primary Education. With such a vast array
of experience we cannot think of anyone
more suited to role. We would like to take
this opportunity to congratulate Helen on
securing her role.
Trainer: Deb Green Partnership Lead
Trainer
This is a repeat of session 1:
Code: PrmMt2
Title: Primary Mentor Training Update:
Introduction to the Learning Evaluation
(the holistic approach to lesson
observation)
Date: Tuesday 3rd November 2015
Time: 4.30pm – 6.00pm Elm
Woodlands
Room
B
Trainer: Deb Green Partnership Lead
Trainer.
Mentor training: Early Years dates
Code: EYS102
Title: Quality Support for EHU
Mentors: Supporting PVIs
Date: Thursday 21st January 2016
Venue: St Bede Primary Academy,
Morris Green Lane Bolton BL3 3LJ
Time: 2.00 – 4.30pm
Code: EYS103
Title: Quality Support for EHU Mentors:
An Outstanding Trainee Profile
Date: Tuesday 17th May 2016
Venue: LIPA Primary School Upper
Duke Street Liverpool L1 7BT
Time: 2.00 – 4.30pm
WELCOME: EARLY YEARS NEW
ASSISTANT HEAD OF EARLY YEARS
EDUCATION
New Paperwork 2015-16:
WHAT IS THE LEARNING EVALUATION?
Tim Lucas joined Edge Hill University in
April 2015 as a Programme Leader and
subsequently became Assistant Head of
Early Years Education in September.
During his career in schools Tim worked in
Harrogate and York in a variety of roles from being Reception class teacher,
working across all age ranges to finally
become a Deputy Head and have a period
of Headship. During this time Tim studied at
the University of Leeds for Master’s and
Doctor of Education awards. Before taking
up his new post at Edge Hill University, Tim
worked at York St. John University as a
Head of Programme for Primary PGCE
programmes.
The Rationale -
Tim teaches on a range of professional
modules, with a particular focus on
preparing students for school-based
A Learning Evaluation, as opposed to a Lesson Observation, offers a
research. His own research interests have
holistic approach when assessing the impact of a trainee teacher within
on the teaching of art, promoting
the classroom. The Learning Evaluation provides the opportunity forcentred
the
Mentor and Visiting Tutor to assess the trainee’s ability to plan,
musical composition in schools and the
differentiate and deliver a lesson/a series of lessons. The Learning implementation of School Direct. He also
Evaluation also ensures that the trainee is in a position to reflect on their
has a keen interest in Scandinavian Early
ability to mark, assess and provide feedback to pupils. This ensures that
Years Education which was the subject of
the Mentor, Visiting tutor and trainee are in a strong position to make
his Doctoral thesis.
effective judgements about pupil progress. The grade awarded during
the process reflects a cumulative approach and ensure the trainee is in a
position to demonstrate their ability to enhance pupil progress, which is
at the core of the roles and responsibilities of all teachers.
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The Learning Evaluation.
Evaluation
Methods:
Discussion with Mentor / Teacher
In order to
make a
judgement
about the
overall
quality of
teaching,
the following
additional
activities
need to be
undertaken.
Discussion with Learners
Discussion with Trainee
Discussion with TA / Other Adult
Learners’ responses within in the lesson and in
their books / work
Quality and impact of Trainees’ marking and
feedback
Trainees’ assessment and planning records in
their files
Trainees’ own evaluation of their impact on
Learners’ progress and learning over time
Observation of teaching and learning
Between 20 and 30 minutes
The table to the left, lists the core
Evaluation Methods which should
contribute to the Learning Evaluation.
School may wish to use other methods
of evaluation such as Learning Walks,
which, for example, may assess the
impact/quality of areas/displays etc.
This is perfectly acceptable when
coupled with the core methods listed
below.
Subject network groups: Primary session planned (please see our
Partnership website for the full version of network groups )
http://www.edgehill.ac.uk/educationpartnership/primary-education/training-edge-hilluniversity-partnership-trainers/
NEW SESSIONS FOR 2015-16 INCLUDE :
SEN/DI-SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS AND INCLUSION.
The Primary Area is very pleased to introduce the SEN/D subject network group in Autumn
2015. This development brings together a number of informal partnerships we have
developed over recent years. The group will be facilitated by Dr Fiona Hallett who is the
editor of the British Journal of Special Education and an internationally recognised
researcher and practitioner together with Polly Thorpe who leads the Primary Education
Area on SMEH and SEN/D. This collaborative network is for all practitioners including but
not limited to SENCO’s who are interested in sharing their expertise and experience and
learning from each other. The inaugural meeting will be an opportunity to meet colleagues
across the partnership and to decide how you would like the group to work and to discuss
areas of focus for forthcoming meetings.
CPD(P2) SENDI (Special
Tuesday
4.30-6:00pm Polly Thorpe and Fiona
educational needs
December
Hallett
and Inclusion)
8th 2015
Early Years (please see our Partnership website for the full details)
http://www.edgehill.ac.uk/educationpartnership/early-years-education/training-foredge-hill-university-partnership-trainers/
EARLY YEARS: FOREST EDGE
Plans are currently underway to establish a dedicated area within the grounds of
Edge Hill University in order to set up a permanent Forest School. The philosophy of
Forest Schools is to encourage and inspire individuals of any age through an
innovative, long term, educational approach to outdoor play and learning in a
woodland environment. The proposed Forest School area will offer trainees hands
on experience to develop a range of forest school skills, to promote children’s
learning and development as part of their degree programme. Once established it is
hoped that the use of the area will extend to welcoming in partnership schools and
provide CPD opportunities. The project has yet to undergo final planning and
approval, but watch this space!
NQT CONFERENCES
The conferences are a fantastic
opportunity to continue professional
development, share best practice and
network with other NQTs. The 2015/2016
dates are:
•Saturday 3rd October 2015
•Saturday 27th February 2016
•Saturday 2nd July 2016
The conferences are free of charge for
former EHU trainees. Induction Tutors
across the Primary and Early Years
Partnership are welcome to attend.
YOUR VLE
Don't forget EHU NQTs will also be
automatically enrolled on a new
Blackboard course site dedicated to
NQTs and Former Trainees offering:
 Discussion communities
 Latest news
 Access to current research
 Presentations, lecture notes and
video content from the NQT
conferences
NQT SURVEY
NQT’s will be contacted by the National
College for Teaching and Leadership in
February 2016 and asked to fill in a survey
about their experiences at Edge Hill
University. Feedback concerning all aspects
of the programme will be sought. This will
range from how well EHU and its partnership
prepared trainees to understand the National
Curriculum, to the overall quality of a
student’s training along with many other
aspects! The University, Department for
Education and Ofsted take the results of this
survey very seriously and it is really important
to us that NQTs take the time to fill it in. We
will send a reminder nearer the time, but
please note the email will come from NCTL
and not EHU. Please encourage any NQT’s in
your setting to participate.
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NEWLY QUALIFIED
TEACHERS AND
FORMER TRAINEES
DEVELOPMENT AND
ENHANCEMENT
PROGRAMME
Many teachers look back to their first
year of teaching as the crucial
foundation for a successful career in
the profession. Gaining the right
support and following a programme of
professional development can make a
real difference in sustaining and
developing NQTs as they progress
through this rewarding, yet
challenging first year. The
Development and Enhancement
Programme is designed for Edge Hill
University NQTs and NQTs in the
Primary and Early Years Partnership
through their first year and beyond.
PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT GROUPS
The purpose of the Partnership Development Groups is to meet on a termly basis to
discuss the development of the Edge Hill University Partnerships. The groups review
policies, procedures and enhancements to inform future developments within the
Primary and Early Years Partnerships.
If you would like to contribute to the development of the provision for trainees across
the Edge Hill University Partnership, have a voice in planning for the future, then
please volunteer for either group. Please contact Eleanor Davidson (Assistant Head
of Primary Education (School Based Training) for the Primary PDG at
Eleanor.Davidson@edgehill.ac.uk or for the Early Years PDG, Tim Lucas (Assistant
Head of Early Years Education) Tim.Lucas@edgehill.ac.uk
PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT GROUP (PDG) PRIMARY
School
Banks
Methodist
Primary School
Edge Hill
University
Host
Headteacher Christine Adams
Date
Assistant Head of Primary
Education Eleanor Davidson
26 November 2015
4:15-6:00pm
Duke Street
Primary School
Deputy Headteacher Sarah
Ridley
17 March 2016
4:15-6:00pm
Edge Hill
University
Assistant Head of Primary
Education Eleanor Davidson
16 June 2016
4:15-6:00pm
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24 September 2015
4:15-6:00pm
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PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT GROUP (PDG) EARLY YEARS
Venue
Edge Hill
University
Chair
Jasmin Saunders
St Bede’s Academy
Date
Edge Hill
University
Jasmin Saunders
St Bede’s Academy
9 June 2016
2:00-5:00pm
1st March 2016
2:00-5:00pm
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