Joanne Crofts
@misscrofts.bsky.social
Lead Practitioner 🧪🔬🔭 | Instructional Coach Lead 💻 | PTFA Chair 📈| Primary School Governor 🏫 | Currently Completing my NPQSL 24/25 👩🏼🏫 | NPQLT 22/23 ✔️ | Views are my own
Reposted by Joanne Crofts
'The oversimplification trap'
"When it comes to students in the classroom, we can simplify an explanation of a concept into PPT where complex phrases become glossy icons. Books can become short booklets. Subjects become revision guides."
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"When it comes to students in the classroom, we can simplify an explanation of a concept into PPT where complex phrases become glossy icons. Books can become short booklets. Subjects become revision guides."
alexquigley.co.uk/the-oversimp...
The oversimplification trap
Are we in danger of making learning too simple?
When it comes to students in the classroom, we can simplify an explanation of a concept into PPT where complex phrases become glossy icons. Books can b...
alexquigley.co.uk
August 29, 2025 at 2:08 PM
'The oversimplification trap'
"When it comes to students in the classroom, we can simplify an explanation of a concept into PPT where complex phrases become glossy icons. Books can become short booklets. Subjects become revision guides."
alexquigley.co.uk/the-oversimp...
"When it comes to students in the classroom, we can simplify an explanation of a concept into PPT where complex phrases become glossy icons. Books can become short booklets. Subjects become revision guides."
alexquigley.co.uk/the-oversimp...
I wrote this blog to share quick tips that reduce cognitive load and save time for new teachers.
9 things I wish I’d known as an ECT and hopefully there’s something useful here for middle & senior leaders too.
Please give it a like, RT & share 👇
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9 things I wish I’d known as an ECT and hopefully there’s something useful here for middle & senior leaders too.
Please give it a like, RT & share 👇
teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/28/9...
9 Things I Take for Granted (But I Wish I’d Known as an ECT)
Disclaimer I was an NQT, not an ECT which was 8 years ago now. Time flies in this job. Two sentences in and we already have two acronyms! Honestly, if you’ve read my last blog, you’ll know how I fe…
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August 29, 2025 at 11:26 AM
I wrote this blog to share quick tips that reduce cognitive load and save time for new teachers.
9 things I wish I’d known as an ECT and hopefully there’s something useful here for middle & senior leaders too.
Please give it a like, RT & share 👇
teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/28/9...
9 things I wish I’d known as an ECT and hopefully there’s something useful here for middle & senior leaders too.
Please give it a like, RT & share 👇
teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/28/9...
New blog post!
▪️Starters, retrieval & routines
▪️ Why they matter for SEND & PP
▪️ A bit of Rosenshine, Bjork & Ebbinghaus thrown in
Would love to hear what you think 🤔 💭 don’t hold back 👇
teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/22/s...
RT welcome 🙏
▪️Starters, retrieval & routines
▪️ Why they matter for SEND & PP
▪️ A bit of Rosenshine, Bjork & Ebbinghaus thrown in
Would love to hear what you think 🤔 💭 don’t hold back 👇
teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/22/s...
RT welcome 🙏
https://teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/22/sta…
August 23, 2025 at 10:26 AM
New blog post!
▪️Starters, retrieval & routines
▪️ Why they matter for SEND & PP
▪️ A bit of Rosenshine, Bjork & Ebbinghaus thrown in
Would love to hear what you think 🤔 💭 don’t hold back 👇
teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/22/s...
RT welcome 🙏
▪️Starters, retrieval & routines
▪️ Why they matter for SEND & PP
▪️ A bit of Rosenshine, Bjork & Ebbinghaus thrown in
Would love to hear what you think 🤔 💭 don’t hold back 👇
teachingsciencecom.wordpress.com/2025/08/22/s...
RT welcome 🙏
🚨Calling all Midlands teachers🚨
We’d really appreciate you sharing this hands on dissection event with your students (ages 14-19). A fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in healthcare!
Any shares or reshares from Midlands schools would be hugely appreciated!
We’d really appreciate you sharing this hands on dissection event with your students (ages 14-19). A fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in healthcare!
Any shares or reshares from Midlands schools would be hugely appreciated!
February 26, 2025 at 8:14 PM
🚨Calling all Midlands teachers🚨
We’d really appreciate you sharing this hands on dissection event with your students (ages 14-19). A fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in healthcare!
Any shares or reshares from Midlands schools would be hugely appreciated!
We’d really appreciate you sharing this hands on dissection event with your students (ages 14-19). A fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in healthcare!
Any shares or reshares from Midlands schools would be hugely appreciated!
Reposted by Joanne Crofts
Well, BlueSky… can you help?!
I’d love to attract more listeners to my podcast about Physical Education.
Can I ask you to share this with your network, and hope they’ll share it to theirs?
Link below ⬇️
open.spotify.com/show/6gELmFY...
#BlueSky #Teachers #EduPE #EduSky #ITE #networking #podcast
I’d love to attract more listeners to my podcast about Physical Education.
Can I ask you to share this with your network, and hope they’ll share it to theirs?
Link below ⬇️
open.spotify.com/show/6gELmFY...
#BlueSky #Teachers #EduPE #EduSky #ITE #networking #podcast
Episode 46 - Katie Fitton-Davies - Motivational climates in PE (and more!)
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January 12, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Well, BlueSky… can you help?!
I’d love to attract more listeners to my podcast about Physical Education.
Can I ask you to share this with your network, and hope they’ll share it to theirs?
Link below ⬇️
open.spotify.com/show/6gELmFY...
#BlueSky #Teachers #EduPE #EduSky #ITE #networking #podcast
I’d love to attract more listeners to my podcast about Physical Education.
Can I ask you to share this with your network, and hope they’ll share it to theirs?
Link below ⬇️
open.spotify.com/show/6gELmFY...
#BlueSky #Teachers #EduPE #EduSky #ITE #networking #podcast
Excited to be delivering a talk on enhancing student self- and peer-assessment strategies to maximise learning progress while minimising the impact on teacher workload and well-being. www.ttradio.org/teachers-tal...
January 12, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Excited to be delivering a talk on enhancing student self- and peer-assessment strategies to maximise learning progress while minimising the impact on teacher workload and well-being. www.ttradio.org/teachers-tal...
Reposted by Joanne Crofts
Here we go with our first question, based on the scenario
‘The one where the head wants to rebalance the top table …’
Remember to add the hashtag
#GetReal
‘The one where the head wants to rebalance the top table …’
Remember to add the hashtag
#GetReal
January 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Here we go with our first question, based on the scenario
‘The one where the head wants to rebalance the top table …’
Remember to add the hashtag
#GetReal
‘The one where the head wants to rebalance the top table …’
Remember to add the hashtag
#GetReal
Additionally, some staff may need to take on responsibilities outside their remit, potentially causing resentment. Addressing these concerns through clear role distribution and open communication can help ensure fairness and maintain team morale.
January 6, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Additionally, some staff may need to take on responsibilities outside their remit, potentially causing resentment. Addressing these concerns through clear role distribution and open communication can help ensure fairness and maintain team morale.
With an odd number of team members, one deputy managing three while the other manages two could create a sense of imbalance.
January 6, 2025 at 8:17 PM
With an odd number of team members, one deputy managing three while the other manages two could create a sense of imbalance.
1) Could Sinead structure SLT to two APs for pastoral two for academic progress and have one as in charge of special projects/operational
January 6, 2025 at 8:04 PM
1) Could Sinead structure SLT to two APs for pastoral two for academic progress and have one as in charge of special projects/operational
I think Liz needs to be clear with her vision and communications regarding the Geography curriculum with the staff. She needs to work on staff buy in, by involving them in decisions. In addition to giving bespoke tailored training, highlighting the benefits!
December 9, 2024 at 8:16 PM
I think Liz needs to be clear with her vision and communications regarding the Geography curriculum with the staff. She needs to work on staff buy in, by involving them in decisions. In addition to giving bespoke tailored training, highlighting the benefits!
Reposted by Joanne Crofts
Here we go with our first question, based on the scenario
‘The one where the curriculum leader wants to change the game…’
Remember to add the hashtag #GetReal
‘The one where the curriculum leader wants to change the game…’
Remember to add the hashtag #GetReal
December 9, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Here we go with our first question, based on the scenario
‘The one where the curriculum leader wants to change the game…’
Remember to add the hashtag #GetReal
‘The one where the curriculum leader wants to change the game…’
Remember to add the hashtag #GetReal
We had an incredible time at our annual PTFA festive wreath-making evening! This is one of my absolute favorite events to organise, even if it means spending the night on hot chocolate duty. The laughter, creativity, and community spirit made it all so worthwhile!
December 4, 2024 at 9:17 PM
We had an incredible time at our annual PTFA festive wreath-making evening! This is one of my absolute favorite events to organise, even if it means spending the night on hot chocolate duty. The laughter, creativity, and community spirit made it all so worthwhile!
Year 7 absolutely smashed their Introduction to Forces lesson today! We wrapped up with a 'force dance mat' activity, making learning interactive, fun, and unforgettable. Physics + dance = perfect combo for engagement! 🎯
December 3, 2024 at 4:41 PM
Year 7 absolutely smashed their Introduction to Forces lesson today! We wrapped up with a 'force dance mat' activity, making learning interactive, fun, and unforgettable. Physics + dance = perfect combo for engagement! 🎯
Thrilled to have my blog on decoding command words published by the Royal Society of Chemistry! 🎉 Check out 3 practical tips to help students master this vital skill: edu.rsc.org/ideas/three-... #Education #Teaching #RSC
Three ways to help students master decoding command words
Use these strategies to prepare your 14-16 learners for exam success
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November 27, 2024 at 6:57 PM
Thrilled to have my blog on decoding command words published by the Royal Society of Chemistry! 🎉 Check out 3 practical tips to help students master this vital skill: edu.rsc.org/ideas/three-... #Education #Teaching #RSC
Looking for an exciting leadership role in science? Come join us as Director of Faculty for Science at our fantastic school in Staffordshire! I might be biased, but you’ll be working alongside an amazing Lead Practitioner (me!). 🧪✨ Apply now: www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy...
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November 22, 2024 at 6:40 AM
Looking for an exciting leadership role in science? Come join us as Director of Faculty for Science at our fantastic school in Staffordshire! I might be biased, but you’ll be working alongside an amazing Lead Practitioner (me!). 🧪✨ Apply now: www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy...
📚 My teacher beige flag: hoarding CPD books but not reading them! 😅 Setting a challenge to finish at least one per month. Accountability, here we go!
October 31, 2024 at 1:32 PM
📚 My teacher beige flag: hoarding CPD books but not reading them! 😅 Setting a challenge to finish at least one per month. Accountability, here we go!
🧪 KS3 students enjoyed Halloween-themed science practicals this week, focusing on observing chemical reactions like bubbles, color changes, and effervescence. A fun way to strengthen their scientific skills and spark curiosity! 🎃
October 24, 2024 at 8:32 PM
🧪 KS3 students enjoyed Halloween-themed science practicals this week, focusing on observing chemical reactions like bubbles, color changes, and effervescence. A fun way to strengthen their scientific skills and spark curiosity! 🎃
Excited to attend #ResearchED Milton Keynes! So many great sessions already announced—can't wait to learn and connect with everyone!
ResearchED Milton Keynes tickets are live on eventbrite!
Buy your tickets below, and follow for speaker announcements!
26th October 2024!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/researched...
Buy your tickets below, and follow for speaker announcements!
26th October 2024!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/researched...
researchED Milton Keynes
The researchED Juggernaut crashes into the City of Roundabouts
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August 27, 2024 at 9:25 AM
Excited to attend #ResearchED Milton Keynes! So many great sessions already announced—can't wait to learn and connect with everyone!
Ohhh perfect thanks for the heads up
August 24, 2024 at 5:22 PM
Ohhh perfect thanks for the heads up
No, that would be fab we could twin ha ha 😅
August 24, 2024 at 5:21 PM
No, that would be fab we could twin ha ha 😅
I’m lucky i live by an M&S outlet 😊
August 24, 2024 at 5:21 PM
I’m lucky i live by an M&S outlet 😊
Anyone else have a serious M&S blazer addiction? Justifying it as a work necessity... 🙈
August 24, 2024 at 1:39 PM
Anyone else have a serious M&S blazer addiction? Justifying it as a work necessity... 🙈
Fresh start, new setup. Ready to dive into the new academic year with focus and purpose. Making myself a promise to continue blogging this academic year and sharing my resources #TeacherLife #BackToSchool
August 21, 2024 at 11:44 AM
Fresh start, new setup. Ready to dive into the new academic year with focus and purpose. Making myself a promise to continue blogging this academic year and sharing my resources #TeacherLife #BackToSchool
We've been using booklets for a year now and are looking to refine and improve them. What are your top tips for maximising their effectiveness? #Education #TeachingTools #EdChat #SciTeachers #EdBooklets #EdScience
August 19, 2024 at 12:30 PM
We've been using booklets for a year now and are looking to refine and improve them. What are your top tips for maximising their effectiveness? #Education #TeachingTools #EdChat #SciTeachers #EdBooklets #EdScience