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PGCE Primary & Early Years Programme
Presentation toCoventry University
Paul PurserProgramme Leader Primary PGCE Early Years
Theory
Practical Experience
Time to Reflect
Effective Teaching
I believe the only way to really learn this is to just get
on and do it.
I believe the only way to really learn this is to just get
on and do it.
I believe the only way to really learn this is to just get
on and do it.
PGCE Course Aims
The aim of the PGCE Primary and Early Years course is to enable you to become reflective, critical, enquiring and challenging primary teachers, able to respond flexibly to changing circumstances and to continue to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills throughout your professional lives.
At the heart of the course is “the value of the child” and the aim of the course is to produce teachers who understand the needs of children and who are able to undertake their role in meeting the needs of all children within the classroom.
Full Time course (one academic year)
5 days per week September to July
Route Options
3-7 Route
5-11 Route
Maths Specialism
Basic Course Structure for all (3-7 & 5-11) routes
80 days faculty based training (face to face or directed study)
120 days school based training and experience (practising and school staff led, divided into three blocks)
Time in school is sub-divided into:
School based training – SE 1a and SE1 1b Assessed School based training – SE2 Assessed Placement
Assessment
Plus:
DfE, 2012, Teacher Standards
Primary Focus Module
For one module you must choose a specific focus to develop an area of specific strength:
Both 3-7 and 5-11 route trainees may choose from:
MathsEnglishScienceForeign LanguagesSpecial Educational Needs
HistoryArtMusicREComputingPE
Maths Specialism Route follow Maths Primary Focus
Provided you have an appropriate degree subject or qualification
Primary Focus Module
Trainees on 3-7 route may instead, choose to study EARLY YEARS – provided they have an Early Years level 6 qualification (e.g. BAECES)
If you choose Early Years as your Primary Focus option your qualification will be:
Postgraduate Certificate of Education in Early Years with QTS
All other trainees will qualify with:
Postgraduate Certificate of Education in Primary Education with QTS
What to expect:
Some sessions in a lecture theatre environment...
Most sessions will be in groups of approx. 35 and will be very interactive…
What to expect:
What to expect: assessments
Combination of assessed coursework and teaching practice.
Assessments contribute towards meeting the Teacher Standards and the academic requirements for the award.
Trainee teachers need to be especially well organised and able to manage a busy workload.
Wide variety of schools…
In order to benefit from a variety of school experiences trainees must be prepared to travel to different placements
Professional Development Tutor (PDT)
Your PDT will:
Meet with you regularly to review your progress on the course and set action points
Be the first point of contact for course related issues Suggest routes for further support if required Support your professional development Write your reference
Working at Level 7
Level 1 GCSELevel 2 AS levelLevel 3 A Level
Level 4 1st year undergraduate Level 5 2nd year undergraduate Level 6 3rd year undergraduate
Level 7 Postgraduate (Masters)
Level 8 Doctoral (PhD, EdD etc.)
Level 7
• Be aware of current debates, issues and controversies within Primary School Education.
• Read ‘behind’ the headlines – on news websites, follow the links to the original research, look for different sides to the arguments and, above all, consider the evidence being used to advance particular positions.
Entry Requirements for PGCE
1st class or Upper 2nd Class (2:1) degree2:2 is accepted for strong candidates
GCSE grade ‘C’ or equivalent in Mathematics, English and Science
Recent and relevant experience in a Primary School Setting
Passed DfE ‘Skills Tests’ in literacy and numeracy
Application Form (UCAS website)
References
Personal Statement
Interview Morning
Provide evidence of qualifications
Group Discussion Test
General Curriculum Knowledge Test
Interview Afternoon
One-to-one interview with tutor
Application Procedure
References
Choose one academic and one professional.
Personal Statement
Indicate clearly why you believe you are suited to both teaching in your chosen phase and this course.
Highlight experiences you have had focussing on what you have learned.
DfE QTS Skills Tests in Literacy & Numeracy
Go to DfE Website and search for Skills Test Registration
Book the skills tests at your local centre.
You will not be allowed to start the course without having passed. Passing before interview is an advantage.
Each first attempt is free, re-sits are charged.If you fail three times, you must wait at least 2 years to try again.
You do not need to be registered to make use of the practice materials.
Seen Teaching Form
Please grade the candidate based on your observations of the candidate in the situation(s) described above
Poor Shows Potential
Exceeds Expectation Outstanding
Clarity of communication with young people
Ability to enthuse and engage young people
Preparedness and organisation
Managing behaviour and expectations
Robustness at moments of difficulty/calmness under pressure
Type of activity(ies) observed(Tick all/any that apply)
Whole class (e.g. reading a story, introduction, plenary)
Small Group (e.g. supporting differentiated teaching, planned focus activity)Informal (e.g. playground duty, before /after school, parent collecting, transitions)
General Curriculum Knowledge Test
70 Questions
Covers English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, RE, PE, Music, Art
Results provided before course starts
No ‘pass mark’ but…
Scores in English, maths and science will be used as part of the decision process.
Preparing for the interview
• Read about current issues in Primary Education
• Be clear about why you want to teach in that age phase
• Have a good idea of your own strengths and weaknesses
• Expect to have questions about things mentioned in your personal statement
School Direct Version
Apply via the UCAS website
UCAS has a list of schools that take part
Some of those schools work with us – so you would join our PGCE Programme
Different schools run different models:
• Salaried• Unsalaried• All modules with BCU• Some modules with BCU & some in school
Most school experience takes place at the designated school (plus some experience at another)
School has a commitment to employ you afterwards ‘if possible’.
Costs and Bursaries (approx. & subject to revision)
Main Costs:
Course Fees £9000
Travel (to schools) £ ??
Government Bursaries:
1st Class Honours £3000
Upper 2nd Class Honours £3000
Primary Maths £6000 (Need B at A level or equivalent)
Questions?
Contact: [email protected]