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**Maths Subject Leader DEEP DIVE 100 Question KEY STAGE TWO Evaluation Tool & Action Plans ** This DEEP DIVE evaluation tool has been created by a Senior Leader in collaboration with a Maths Subject Lead. A great resource for a Maths Subject lead to complete an efficient but thorough deep dive into the delivery of Maths, providing great evidence for an OFSTED Inspection. The tool uses 100 probing questions focusing on the provision and delivery of Maths in Key Stage 2, relating to key National Curriculum objectives. A brilliant tool for completing a comprehensive DEEP DIVE, assessing the quality of maths provision in Key Stage Two. Resources provided in the Tool-Kit. Maths Subject Leader DEEP DIVE 100 Question KEY STAGE TWO Evaluation Tool Document. Action Plan to support and strengthen a Maths teacher working at a low degree of confidence / skill-level in Maths. Action Plan to extend, challenge and best utilise a Maths Teacher working at a high degree of confidence / skill-level in Maths. The document covers the following areas: Teacher Subject Knowledge Curriculum Planning Teaching & Learning Pupil’s outcomes and understanding Support & Resources Subject leaders could either use the toolkit to complete their own evaluation and Deep Dive of their Maths Department, or give the toolkit to their department teachers to complete a self-evaluation. In addition, the Toolkit comes with 2 comprehensive action-plans that could be utilised by a Maths Subject lead in response to the results and findings of the Deep Dive. Action Plan to support and strengthen a Maths teacher working at a low degree of confidence / skill-level in Maths. Action Plan to extend, challenge and best utilise a Maths Teacher working at a high degree of confidence / skill-level in Maths. All documents are provided in Word, so they are fully editable.

**Daily INFERENCE Reading challenges - Year 3 & 4 ** 5 INFERENCE Challenge Reading texts with questions & answers. Part of our “Literally Amazing” English resources; these are a brilliant resource for developing inference skills and confidence! I have seen a significant and tangible improvement in the Reading Comprehension skills of my class through daily use of these. Why use Literally Amazing Inference challenges? Easily accessible reading content – much quicker and more accessible than a full reading book. Engaging themes to motivate young readers. Strong inference focus, proven to boost confidence and skills in inference. Great extension challenges / lesson starters / homework / end of lesson tasks. Work brilliantly for SEND learners! Resources included: Powerpoint with 5 INFERENCE Reading Challenge short texts with daily questions and answers. Answer Recording Sheet. Please look out for more themed INFERENCE texts that I hope to publish soon!

Model Letter for progression from MPS to UPS with Comprehensive Guide to the UPS application process. If you are planning to progress to the Upper Pay Scale, this Model Letter is an excellent template you can use and easily adapt to support your application to the Headteacher and Governing Body of your school. This is a letter I have actively used as a Headteacher, supporting teachers who have successfully progressed to the UPS. The letter is approximately 750 words in length and is clearly linked to the Teaching Standards. The letter is provided in Word so it is easily editable to include your own personal experience, age-focus and school context. I have provided this letter as a great template for teachers who have gone on to progress successfully to UPS. The accompanying application guide is a comprehensive explanation of the UPS application process and is a great supporting resource for your letter. Good luck in your application!

**Journey to Joburg UpLeveling Writing Workbook ** A brilliant resource to help children develop and up-level their writing. Inspired from our focus book HOLES, the booklet contains ten up-leveling exercises. I have seen SIGNIFICANT PROGRESS in my pupils’ writing using these booklets. I use these about once a week over a Term’s work alongside the book study. Document is in Word so it is editable. Great for daily work, homework, and extension tasks!

Inference, Deduction & Reasoning Reading Comprehension 53 page 5 Story Workbook -Approximately HALF A TERM’s READING COMPREHENSION Activities Robots, Aliens & Space Theme A brilliant set of 5 Short Stories with accompanying Inference, Deduction & Reasoning Worksheets (With a Full set of answers also supplied) Each text also has a writing prompt with engaging strategies for developing writing which has led to significant progress with the writing skills in my class - children love the writing tasks! 53 page Reading Comprehension Booklet. I vary my use of these in my class, using them as main Reading Comprehension activities but also as extension and challenge resources. They tend to provide enough material for a Half-Term. This is a significant booklet and I use these for effectively developing Inference, Deduction and Reasoning skills with my class. The children find the texts and images very engaging and motivating not “BORING like most Reading Comprehensions!” My class have loved the Robots, Aliens and Space Theme. Suggested age range - Year 4 to Year 6 depending upon reading ability of each child. Workbook is in Word Form so can be edited.

INTERVIEW / OFSTED OUTSTANDING LESSON - Years 5/6 English Reading Skills The Titanic - Maritime Investigators Reading Investigation An inspiring lesson for developing reading skills, where pupils were tasked with an investigative reading question: “Did the designers of the Titanic place prestige before safety?” I taught this as an interview lesson and the children loved it! They really enjoyed the concept of being Maritime investigators and exploring the various factors behind the sinking of the Titanic. The lesson focuses on 2 high quality extracts detailing the events of the Titanic disaster and I created a Powerpoint which includes a film clip to develop the theme of the children being maritime investigators. There is enough content here to develop this into a whole week project. Recording sheets included with one adapted for EAL/ SEND. One extract has also been simplified to enable EAL / SEND pupils to access. Resources included: 2 x Reading Titanic Extracts 1 EAL/SEND Titanic Extract Titanic Powerpoint A3 Maritime Investigators Recording Sheet A3 EAL/SEND Maritime Investigators Recording Sheet

INTERVIEW / OBSERVATION Year 5 / 6 LESSON - OFSTED OUTSTANDING - Character writing in the style of Roald Dahl This lesson focuses on creating FICTIONAL CHARACTERS in the style of Roald Dahl. It could be used very effectively as a stand alone INTERVIEW LESSSON for Year 5 & 6 literacy, especially as virtually every child is familiar with the books of Roald Dahl! The Powerpoint provides an excellent teahcing resource for building up characterisation and techniques for creating humorous and quirky characters. Two model examples of character writing are given in the form of: “The Drunken Doctor” “The Angry Teacher” inspired by Roald Dahl’s book; BOY. The children were VERY MOTIVATED during the lesson and loved creating characters with quirky mannerisms! This was taught to a Year 5 Class, but could easily adapted for Year Six. Judged an OUTSTANDING LESSON - so is ideal for an OBSERVATION or INTERVIEW lesson. Files included: PPT Presentation WAGOLL Examples - The Drunken Doctor & The Angry Teacher Glossary - Quirky Mannerisms for a Drunken Doctor or an Angry Teacher Editable planning & word bank sheet - Drunken Doctor Editable planning & word bank sheet - The Angry Teacher

Holes Up - Leveling Writing Workbook Years 5 & 6 A brilliant resource to help children develop and up-level their writing. Inspired from our focus book HOLES, the booklet contains ten up-leveling daily exercises. I have seen SIGNIFICANT PROGRESS in my c writing using these booklets. Also included is a HOLES word bank. Document is in Word so it is editable. Great for daily work, homework, and extension tasks!

The Great Big School Lunch Menu Debate & Vote “Healthy is Happy versus Junk brings Joy!” A class project exploring a menu change for a school involving 3 key elements: Campaign Debate Class Vote My class loved completing this as a Speaking & Listening Project and enjoyed participating in the Class Vote at the end of the campaign and debate. Encourages Critical Thinking: Students research both sides of an important real-life topic, allowing them to explore the benefits of healthy eating while also understanding the allure of junk food. They will think critically about food choices, their impact on health, and how both can coexist in a balanced diet. Fosters Debate & Public Speaking: Through structured debate preparation and practice, students learn how to present persuasive arguments, listen to opposing views, and speak confidently in front of peers. Engages Students in Real-World Issues: This activity mirrors real-world decision-making processes, like voting, and gives students a sense of empowerment as they make their voices heard. Fun & Interactive: With campaign posters, persuasive speeches, and an exciting class vote, this project is designed to keep students engaged and excited throughout the process. Resources included: Powerpoint Opener to explain and engage the children. Activity Pack giving instructions for the Campaign, Debate & Vote. Voting Ballot Cards