Train to Teach – Initial Teacher Training at Simon Balle
“Approaching the start of my training was definitely something that had me very nervous, but the moment it began almost all of those nerves melted away. You learn so many interesting new methods and techniques to bring forward to a class and get the opportunity to really develop your own style of teaching within an environment where you receive constant constructive and useful feedback – as well as being supported in every aspect you could need.
On the ‘Schools Direct’ route am I on with the Alban Federation, I am lucky enough to be provided with a rich curriculum every Wednesday which helps me understand the science of learning and informs my practice. I follow up this with conversations and targets with my School Mentor in my weekly meetings.
While the process is busy and you need to put a lot of hard work into the training, it always feels rewarding and satisfying to either see your plans come to success, or lay the foundations for your own development to improving as a teacher. I have thoroughly enjoyed my training so far and would definitely recommend it to others considering this path – especially within a school like this.”
Current Trainee Teacher at SBAS 2023/24
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