This is the first year that I have not had to write summer reports. I find that they can take up so much of your time so the key is to be prepared. Make sure to jot down any notes or observations on post its. These will be a great help when you actually sit down to write a report. The way I like to approach reports is listed below: 1. Make a class list which you can tick off when each report is done( this is a great visual that makes you feel you are making progress) 2. Become familiar with your school's template. Our report template is very easy to manage and is mostly tick boxes. 3. Be honest. There should be no surprises in the end of year reports. Any issues or worries should have been shared with parents long ago. 4. Start with a report you find easy to write. I often find myself leaving some of the trickier reports until the end, Don't Do It! Try to mix them in together so you are not left with all of the tough ones at the end.I usually try to do 4-5 per day. I find if I do any more I start to get confused. 5. Every teacher says try to use the sandwich effect. This is very useful e.g. Sean is very enthusiastic and enjoys group work. Sean can be a distraction to those around him and needs to be reminded to stay on task. When he is focused Sean can produce some excellent work. 6. Be specific to each child . I still have some of my school reports that my mam kept over the years. They do not just contain general statements instead they are specific and remind me of that time in my life. Some helpful sites: Twinkl Report Statements Twinkl Report Resources Report Card Templates
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