Education Research Reading Room ERRR #101. Alex Evans on Systematic School Improvement & Instructional Coaching
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Apr 7, 2025 Alex Evans, Deputy Headteacher at St Luke's Church of England School, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a struggling school into a top performer within four years. He delves into the power of instructional coaching and its significant impact on student achievement. The conversation highlights the importance of teacher collaboration, clear leadership roles, and tailored feedback in creating a supportive learning environment. As Evans prepares for his new role at Sidmouth College, he emphasizes community engagement and the role of systematic changes in educational success.
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Timetable Coaching Sessions
- Timetable coaching like lessons, allocating specific time to both coach and coachee.
- Providing explicit time boosts coaching consistency and quality.
Create Shared Teaching Vision
- Develop a clear teaching vision using principles, lesson structure, and core habits.
- Use school-specific videos showing good practice to clarify expectations and support coaching.
Use Support Walks for Leadership
- Implement 'support walks' for senior leaders with clear focus areas to gather precise, actionable info.
- Use walk findings to drive whole school, department, or individual support and send positive feedback.
