Ambition Institute
How the programme works
The programme handbook outlines how Ambition Institute’s coaching and mentoring programme works.
ECF Programme Handbook (PDF, 107 KB, 10 pages)
The lead handbook provides an overview of your role and responsibilities.
ECF Lead Handbook (PDF, 102 KB, 12 pages)
Year 1: Autumn term
Behaviour
In this module you’ll cover:
- how to establish an effective learning environment
- how to effectively manage behaviour
- the importance of holding and promoting high expectations for all pupils
Year 1: Spring term
Instruction
In this module you’ll cover:
- the link between effective instruction and pupil learning
- the elements of explicit instruction and the ‘I-we-you’ model as a useful way of approaching this
- how instruction can support more effective pupil thinking
Year 1: Summer term
Subject
In this module you’ll cover:
- the curriculum
- your mental model of the subject or phase you teach and its implications for your planning
- how to know what pupils have understood, the barriers you face in doing so and how to respond to their needs
Year 2
ECTs
Use the Year 1 materials again.
You should:
- complete any unfinished modules
- explore any further reading you missed
- revisit the modules you find most useful for your own learning and development
Induction tutors
Use the materials below to arrange 6 training sessions for your ECTs, one per half term.