1. STARTE R A.Find a partner B.Take an Answer sheet and a pen C.Find the 12 hidden labels D.Answer the question and record the letter E.Complete the anagram of letters F.Take a seat Dave Turner Raising Standards Lead KS4 Core Subjects English Teacher

2. Lesson Objectives In today’s session: To identify, discuss and share what makes an effective learning environment and encourages independence. To explore how the environment engages the needs of students. To identify and share how we can create environments that are safe, healthy and vibrant. To share ideas in how to create a secure environment which improves perceptions of learning and support progress. Learning Environments to support engagement, independence and progress Chris Buckman Raising Standards Lead KS3 P.Excluded Class Teacher

3. Tour of Learning Environments The Classroom & Networking MAIN Raising Standards Lead KS4 Core Subjects English Teacher

4. We encourage you to take photos We encourage you to ask questions, share ideas and network.

5. The Classroom & Networking Silent Conversation What characteristics would you expect to see in an ‘Outstanding’ and effective Learning Environment? 2 minutes

6. The Classroom & Networking What characteristics would you expect to see in an ‘Outstanding’ and effective Learning Environment? Pick 9 characteristics and rank them in a Diamond. Share with group 3 minutes

7. Independence Progress Engagement SHARING GOOD PRACTICE AFL T&L-Prompt Sheet Target Levels Assessment Criteria Personalised Targets RJ and Reflection Prompt sheets AFL Working displays Weekly Board The ‘5 B’s’ Brain, Board, Book, Buddy, Boss Greet and meet Clean & clear Use it or lose it! Know your class!-SEN Floor Plan Tables and chair- evolve Welcoming Dynamic No bottlenecks! Space! Evolving Changing Student led 10 minutes

8. The Classroom & Networking dave.turner@compass-school.netchristopher.buckman@compass-school.net

9. Plenary & Final Thoughts We covered: To identify, discuss and share what makes an effective learning environment and encourages independence. To explore how the environment engages the needs of students. To identify and share how we can create environments that are safe, healthy and vibrant. To share ideas in how to create a secure environment which improves perceptions of learning and support progress. Learning Environments to support engagement, independence and progress