Teachers working abroad notice differences in classroom culture, daily routines, teaching materials, and social life during their first week. They also face new challenges with money, friendships, and career plans within the first fortnight. These changes can catch new teachers […]
Your first parents’ evening in a UK school replaces open conversations with timed appointments. Most slots run five to ten minutes per family. The time limit may feel unfamiliar at first, but you can still have a warm, useful conversation […]
Your UK teaching contract has landed. You’ve probably read the salary first, checked the school’s name, and started thinking about flights, accommodation and when you can finally make the move. Hold up for a minute. Before you sign, there are […]
As an overseas teacher, you’ll hear unfamiliar words almost from your first day in a UK school. Key stages, SATs, safeguarding and dozens of other terms can come up, often without any explanation. You can usually work out the meaning […]
Safeguarding in schools in the UK covers the statutory duties, checks, and terms you need to know before starting your teaching role there. You’ll hear many of these terms during interviews, with the remaining ones introduced during induction week. Overseas […]
