High quality teaching

Guidelines that help teachers do their best to support children

Teachers standards

The Teachers' Standards are guidelines that help teachers do their best to support children's learning and growth. They focus on 

  • creating a positive classroom environment
  • teaching effectively
  • ensuring that teachers behave professionally both in and out of school

Teaching

  1. Set High Expectations: Teachers should create a safe, respectful learning environment. They should set challenging goals for all pupils, modelling the expected attitudes and behaviours.
  2. Promote Good Progress: Teachers are responsible for pupils' progress. They should plan lessons based on pupils' capabilities. They should guide them to reflect on their learning.
  3. Demonstrate Subject Knowledge: Teachers must have strong subject knowledge and keep it updated. They must promote literacy and correct English usage across subjects.
  4. Plan Well-Structured Lessons: Lessons should effectively use time to develop understanding and foster curiosity. They should include homework to reinforce learning.
  5. Adapt Teaching: Teachers should differentiate teaching to meet diverse pupil needs. They should understand factors that may hinder learning and adapting strategies accordingly.
  6. Use Assessment Productively: Teachers should use assessments to monitor progress and set targets. They should use them to provide regular, actionable feedback to pupils.
  7. Manage Behaviour Effectively: Teachers must establish clear rules and routines,. They must maintain high behaviour expectations, and use praise and sanctions fairly. This is to ensure a safe learning environment.
  8. Fulfil Professional Responsibilities: Teachers should contribute positively to the school community. They should develop professional relationships, and communicate effectively with parents about pupils' achievements.

Personal and Professional Conduct

  1. Uphold Public Trust: Teachers must maintain high ethical standards and treat pupils with dignity. They should respect boundaries. They should do this while safeguarding pupils' well-being.
  2. Respect Rights and Values: Teachers should respect others' rights and uphold British values. They should ensure personal beliefs do not negatively influence pupils.
  3. Adhere to School Ethos and Policies: Teachers must align with the school's ethos and policies. They must maintain high attendance and punctuality standards.
  4. Act Within Statutory Frameworks: Teachers must understand and comply with the legal frameworks governing their professional duties.