A fantastic display of commitment and dedication from Grammar PS staff as they embraced the wet weather during their second Outdoor Learning session yesterday. They explored a range of engaging activities, including using the natural environment as a stimulus for writing.
Enthusiastic practitioners explored Playboxes and left feeling empowered and inspired by their potential to support the children and young people they work with. Thank you to Mhairi & Laura of Heathfield PS for sharing their experiences and the positive impact on their learners.
Another fun-filled Outdoor Learning session at Culzean PS yesterday! Staff got hands-on with practical adult-led outdoor activities across a range of curricular areas. Fantastic levels of participation, engagement and professional dialogue throughout 😊
Engaging professional discussions during our Adaptive Teaching support and challenge session at Dailly PS. Staff reflected on their practice, shared experiences and explored scaffolds that can help remove barriers to learning while maintaining high expectations for all learners.
Our Second Level teachers deepened their knowledge of numeracy and maths. They explored lesson structure, coverage of outcomes, concrete materials, stretch and challenge, and ways to ensure learners are thinking deeply, celebrating mistakes and developing mathematical reasoning.
A fantastic first session with Girvan Cluster practitioners exploring experiential learning! 💡 We focused on the power of rich, concrete experiences to engage children, spark curiosity and develop the skills they need for learning and life.
Girvan Cluster practitioners focused on how to structure effective outdoor learning sessions this afternoon. They explored engaging adult-led activities, including symmetrical magic carpets, speedy treasure hunts, preposition poems and character creation — sparking fresh ideas!
What a fantastic way to enter the holiday weekend! Maidens & Fisherton PS embraced our Outdoor Learning programme with enthusiasm. From blindfolded challenges and competitive games to creating musical instruments and other wonderful creations from sticks, staff had great fun!
Culzean PS started our Outdoor Learning programme this afternoon. The first session is all about the staff! Full of fun, laughter and teamwork, they got creative, tested their resilience and supported one another through a range of outdoor challenges. Can’t wait for session 2 😊
A positive start to Monkton Primary’s Adaptive Teaching journey! 🌟 We explored how effective learning environments can respond to learners’ needs, promote independence and create spaces where every learner feels supported, included and ready to learn.
Our Second Level Programme got off to a fantastic start! We explored effective learning environments, with lots of rich discussion, exchanging ideas and learning from one another. A great session focused on calm, purposeful spaces that meet learner needs and nurture independence.
This session, Grammar PS are focusing on developing the quality and consistency of outdoor learning. Staff took part in their first session and were introduced to the gathering circle. They participated in team building and tested their creativity skills through fun activities.
A great session! Staff at Symington PS played, laughed and learned together during their first outdoor learning session this afternoon. They connected as a group and engaged in a range of activities that focused on communication, creativity and collaboration.
Brilliant session with our Primary PRTs exploring Adaptive Teaching and the learning environment. They discussed the power of relationships and learner voice in creating inclusive spaces. They're heading back to class with practical, simple adaptations to support every learner 🎒
Staff of Dailly PS started the year revisiting the concept of scaffolding, developing their understanding of ‘scaffold up, don’t differentiate down’, and exploring what this looks like in the classroom. Lots of rich professional dialogue to challenge and develop their thinking!
The SAL Team worked with QMA staff on the in-service day to explore how questioning can challenge learners’ thinking. Using Bloom’s Taxonomy, we explored high-quality questioning and task design to develop deeper thinking. A great session of reflection, discussion & new ideas!💡
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An inspiring Girvan Cluster Experiential Learning Sharing Session, with all 5 groups reflecting on their practitioner enquiries. Powerful professional dialogue and a shared commitment to improving outcomes for all learners. Great to celebrate the impact of collaborative learning!
It was time for learner focus groups @HeathfieldPS this morning. Considered, eloquent and passionate responses from these fabulous learners about the adaptations that have been made to their learning experiences this session. Well done everyone 🤩
