Headteacher at Sidmouth College. Part of the Ted Wragg Trust.
Exeter
Joined October 2011
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Alex Evans retweeted
@MCPAcademy has benefited so much since the implementation of @Steplab_co as the tool that allows us to drive professional development.
Planning for September?
Let us take care of your team's PD with our:
🔖 Fully resourced INSET sessions
👩🏫 Comprehensive model of great teaching
🏫 Resources for group PD
👋 Tools for lesson drop-ins
🗣️ Evidence-informed coaching framework
📈 Powerful data analytics
Everything you'll need to systematically improve teaching in your school in 2025-2026 🚀
Alex Evans retweeted
If you’re in the South West, don’t miss this @Steplab_co Instructional Coaching Intensive hosted by us at the @TedWraggTrust! A super convenient location, brilliant hosts (if I do say so myself!) and most importantly, an exceptional day of Professional Development for coaches. 👊
And due to popular demand... 🥁
We're delighted to be hosting an additional Instructional Coaching Intensive in partnership with @TedWraggTrust early in the new academic year
📍 Exeter, UK
🗓️ Friday 12th September 2025
🎟️ bit.ly/4lsviMZ
Book whilst you still can‼️
Alex Evans retweeted
Very excitingly, the @ReachFND is launching a new partnership for schools who’d like to dig into belonging and mattering.
It will be six months, with monthly webinars, on theory into practice. Led by Mohamed Abdallah and me.
Interested?
forms.gle/z5tbvY14CACWJMQ86
Alex Evans retweeted
We love @Steplab_co at the @TedWraggTrust, watch this to find out more about it and to see some snippets from me, @AlexDruce26 at @MarineAcademy Primary and @AlexEvans3 at @stlukescofe. 🙌
Pretty much everyone knows the origin story of @Steplab_co by now.
But for those who don’t, I cornered Josh and made a quick video:
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Alex Evans retweeted
Wow!! This episode is absolutely BRILLIANT!!! Can’t believe I’ve only just stumbled upon its wisdom! So inspiring, real and honest about the challenges of school improvement. I got so much from this about coaching in the context of Learning and Teaching. @AlexEvans3 @ollie_lovell
Alex Evans retweeted
This paper from the super impressive @Barker_J, @Josh_CPD and @PepsMccrea explores how inclusive practice and high expectations go hand in hand. A must-read: steplab.co/resources/inclusi… 💡
Alex Evans retweeted
Steplab offers schools and trusts professional development that really works 🚀
But don't just take our word for it... 👇
Want to find out more? 👉 steplab.co/book-a-demo
Alex Evans retweeted
I am really proud that we have been shortlisted for the Trust of the Year - 10 schools or more category in the @tes Schools Awards 2025! #LifeatTedWragg @TedWraggTrust
🎉We’ve been shortlisted for Trust of the Year (10+ schools) at @tesforteachers Awards 2025!🏆
Honoured to be recognised for:
✅Transforming outcomes
✅Driving improvement
✅Positively impacting communities
✅Leading with purpose & innovation
Thank you to our amazing team!💚
Alex Evans retweeted
🚨 New content 🚨
The eagle-eyed amongst you may have already spotted our new PD Curriculum for Coaches 🦅👀
We've designed and built these steps (with video models of great coaching!) to help you take coaching to the next level 🚀
Take a look and let us know what you think💡
Alex Evans retweeted
*New post!* Choral response & 'I Say You Say' are two techniques I use with high frequency during my explanations. Although they seem simple, there is a lot of thinking behind them.
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Alex Evans retweeted
Direct instruction is joyful & leads pupils to success. Here is a *clip* where I use high frequency & high participation questioning in 3 phases:
1. Check for listening
2. Rehearsal
3. Check for understanding
Established routines: all hands up, turn & talk, SLANT & ruler reading
Alex Evans retweeted
Want to see professional development that really works⁉️
Throughout the Spring term, our amazing Coaching Hubs are welcoming visitors 👋
Whether you're up North, down South or somewhere in between, there's an event for you!
Book now 👉 bit.ly/3AODjtU
See you there!
Alex Evans retweeted
Thank you to those who attended and contributed to the SW Disadvantage Network, always a privilege to chair. Thanks to Alex and Lorraine who were excellent. dannicholls1.com/2024/08/28/… @lucy_livings @mgstevenson1 @KateJCornishDHT @LunnJon @SiobhanMered123 @MrDaveBaker @pdcornish76
Alex Evans retweeted
Another inspirational SW Disadvantage Network. Inspiring group of professionals committed to working together. Thanks @DrDanNicholls for continuing to add to my reading list, great to hear from you again @AlexEvans3 and Lorraine Jordan.
Alex Evans retweeted
TOMORROW is the SW Disadvantage Network, Thurs, 3:30pm.. pre reading… “Poor” dannicholls1.com/2024/08/28/…… Network includes case studies from Swindon Academy, United Learning and St Luke’s School, Ted Wragg. DM for link. @MoreMorrow @cleverly51 @JenBlunden @LunnJon @pdcornish76
Alex Evans retweeted
During the latest fortnightly coaching cycle, 91% of @TedWraggTrust teachers who were due to be coached on @Steplab_co were. 👊 We also saw 100% engagement at @LipsonAcademy, @stlukescofe, @torbridgehigh & @WhiptonBarton! What a commitment to Professional Development! 📣💯
Alex Evans retweeted
If you’re interested in coaching, want to hear about effective QA and you want to see a fabulous school in the South West then definitely book your place at this @Steplab_co Coaching Hub! 🙌@AlexEvans3 and @HarrisonLittler will blow you away! 🚀 @TedWraggTrust #growgreatpeople
@stlukescofe are "really proud of building a coaching programme where staff have the space to get better" 🚀
And you've got the chance to see it in action at their forthcoming Coaching Hub Day! 🔎
🗓️Thursday 17th October
🗺️Exeter
🎟️Book your place now: bit.ly/4emESxD
Alex Evans retweeted
I am SO excited for this! We’ve got a team of @TedWraggTrust coaches and leaders heading up to London, including @LunnJon, @AlexEvans3 and @AlexDruce26. 🙌
🚨 Exciting news! 🚨
👀 Steplab is bringing the education community together to explore great teaching and PD in a very special conference!
🗓️ Friday 17th January 2025
🗺️ London, UK
❓Want to join us?
🎟️ Get your tickets before they sell out!
bit.ly/4eshVJc
