The East Northamptonshire Initial Teacher Training College: Graduate Teacher Training Programme

Lesson Observation Proforma

School Higam Ferrers Nursery and Infants Lesson time 10.55

Date 22nd March 2011 Year group 1
Observer: name Sarah Brooks Number of student numbers 30
role Class Teacher M 15 F 15
Trainee teacher Glenn Billingha Student ability Mixed
Subject Maths Other adults in the room Jinny Casey, Sarah Shafe
Focus of observation Differentiation

Time Commentary Evidence to support commentary re learning styles,

resources, differentiation, AfL and assessment
(This could also include points to consider re moving the
trainee forward)
Planning
Followed plan from Class Teacher. Glenn had time in first lesson to make
resources that were used well in the lesson.

10.55 Starter Good use of questioning

Showed hundred squares. Asked chn what it is and why it is called this?
Showed number patterns on IWB highlighting numbers as chn count in 1s Make sure you praise good listening skills to ensure all are
and 2s. Asked chn what they notice about the numbers highlighted – listening and learning
pattern described.
Good use of IWB for demonstration
A few children were not listening (fiddling etc)
Consider allowing chn to use the IWB they could use the pen
Asked chn direct questions – focusing on those that may not be showing to highlight the numbers.
attention.
Consider assuring children with questions that you will answer
Child asked a question about the board – not answered as not on track. the question later in the day.

Used talk partners to share ideas to answer a question – other words for Highlighted contribution from SEN chn
subtraction sign. Counted down to get children back to listening
Good recap of previous learning and introduction to next steps
Wrote words suggested and recapped last lesson of today’s lesson
11.00 Main activity
Introduced prices of objects shown on IWB. Asked child to choose an item
(3p) and showed a 5p coin. Would I have enough money?

Chn to put hands up to show if they think that is enough money. Good use of whole class demonstration to support learning.

Repeated with other objects of different prices. Consider asking How do you know? E.g. because 18p is more
than 5p
Child still not listening and disturbing. Use TAs/other staff to keep chn disturbing lesson on track.

Demonstrated using number sentence to work out change Good relation to subtraction numbers sentences to work on
finding change.

As the work is related to money children need to record the

answers with pence signs.

Explained activity in pairs to work as shop keeper and shopper to give Consider demonstrating role play activity prior to sending
change. children to work on this.

11.15 Explained differentiation (amount of money to spend). Sent chn tables to

act as shop keeper and buyer.
Good use of sound to gain attention and to encourage positive
11.25 Used shaker to stop activity and get children back to the carpet. Praised behaviour.
chn sitting ready to listen.

Explained that we will now be recording our working.

When disruption continues move to a TA to keep child on
Same child reminded to turn around and listen. track.

Showed sheet to complete. Children needed support from staff to start activity.
Briefly explained activity for more able. Demonstrating exactly what each group needed to do would
Glenn supported least able. have made this clear including reminding children of methods
TAs with 2 other groups. I supported 1 group. of working out subtractions (bubbles drawn or jumping
number lines) THEN drawing the coins that would be used to
pay for amounts and make the change.

11.50 Used shaker to stop activity. Praised work. Good use of sound again. Praise was good. Be specific
Encouraged to tidy up and return to carpet. about what has been good e.g. working out methods – show
examples.
 Plenary
Recapped steps to success and asked children to self evaluate. Good use of self assessment.
IWB activity to sequence values of coins. Allow chn to use the IWB

Learning objectives
To solve money problems using subtraction
Steps to success: 1 I can say how much the price of an item is. 2. I can work out the right amount of change. 3. Count out the amounts using different coins.

Learning outcomes (What have the students achieved in this lesson?)

Outstanding Good Satisfactory Inadequate
Progress All pupils making considerably Most pupils make good progress Most pupils’ progress is at least Many pupils make little or no
better progress than expected. and achieve well. satisfactory. progress.
Achievement Achievement is very high in Almost all students achieve well Students are generally achieving Most pupils are achieving below
relation to their capability – good in relation to baseline data. in line with expectations shown expectations shown in baseline
added value. in baseline data. data.

Lesson observation continuation sheet available

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Please refer to the full Standards and ‘OfSTED Characteristic of trainees’ when completing the documentation.

Summary
Standards Comment
Please circle Standards achieved
Please tick Standards working towards (This section must be completed)
Subject Knowledge, SK (Professional knowledge)
Q11 Knows the assessment requirements of
subject/curriculum
Q12 Knows a range of approaches to assessment

Q13 Knows how to use local and national data to

teach/monitor students’ progress
Q14 Possesses a secure knowledge/understanding
of subject
Q15 Knows/understands relevant statutory/non
statutory frameworks
Subject Pedagogy, SP (Professional skills)
Q10 Understands and uses teaching, learning,
management and behaviour strategies
Q17 Knows how to use skills in teaching literacy,
numeracy and ICT to support their teaching
Q22 Plans for progression across age and ability Gave differentiation according to amounts of money and recording
ranges methods
Q23 Plans opportunities for pupils to develop
literacy, numeracy and ICT
Q24 Plans homework to sustain progress/
consolidate learning
Q25 Teaches lessons and sequences across
age/ability range
Q25(a) Use a range of teaching strategies and
resources
Q25(b) Build on prior knowledge, enable learners to
apply new knowledge and meet learning
objectives
Q25(c) Adapt their language to suit learners, introduce Plenary used to assess learning and challenge further.
new ideas and use explanations, questions,
discussions and plenaries effectively
Q25(d) Manage learning and modify their teaching

Q26(a) Makes effective use of assessment, monitoring

and recording strategies
Q26(b) Assesses learning needs to set challenging
learning objectives
Q27 Offers timely, accurate, constructive feedback
on learners’ progress and development
Q28 Encourages pupils to reflect on their learning
and identify emerging learning needs
Q29 Evaluates impact of teaching on pupils’ learning Throughout lesson checked back on progress throughout lesson through
mini plenaries.
Q30 Establishes purposeful, safe learning
environment
Q31 Establishes framework for classroom discipline

Q32 Works effectively as a team member

Q33 Collaborates effectively with colleagues to

support learning
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Summary
Standards Comment
Please circle Standards achieved
Please tick Standards working towards (This section must be completed)
Attitudes, AT (Professional attributes)
Q1 Demonstrates appropriate expectations and
commitment
Q2 Demonstrates positive values, attitudes and
behaviour
Q3 Adopts workplace policies and practices

Q4 Communicates effectively with children and

other professionals
Q5 Recognises and respects others’ contribution to
raising achievement
Q6 Committed to collaboration/co-operative
working
Q7 Reflects on and improves practice

Q8 Constructively critical, creative and innovative

Q9 Acts on advice and feedback, open to guidance

Pupils’ Development, PD (Knowledge and skills)

Q18 Understands how pupils’ learning is affected by
key factors
Q19 Makes effective personalised provision for all
pupils/SEN/EAL/G&T
Q20 Recognises roles/responsibilities of other
professionals
Q21 Fully aware of legal requirements, national
policies and ECM issues that affect progress
Q16 Passed professional skills tests (literacy,
numeracy, ICT) not relevant for this observation

OfSTED grading Progress being made at the time of the observation

(please tick) (please tick)
Outstanding Trainee making excellent progress
Good Trainee making good progress
Satisfactory √ Trainee working towards some aspects √
Inadequate* Trainee experiencing serious difficulties*
* Copy of observation sent to the ITT Co-ordinator for discussion and action

The lesson evaluation and reflection proforma should be given to the trainee at the end of
the observation for completion prior to feedback.
Feedback should be given within 48 hours.

Signature
Observer Date
Sarah Brooks 22.3.11
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Lesson observation continuation sheet
Time Commentary Evidence to support commentary re learning styles,
resources, differentiation, AfL and assessment
(This could also include points to consider re moving the
trainee forward)