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Diary of an NQT: An amazing job, an amazing year...

As the end of the academic year approaches, it is sinking in that my NQT year is almost done and dusted. I cannot quite believe that this is my last NQT diary entry.

The exams are over, the weight of observations seems like a distant memory, and we are winding down.

However, while it is nice to have the GCSE weight lifted, for key stage 3 it is business as usual. As I write, we do have lots to look forward to – sports day, activity day, trips and other days off timetable – so I am making the most of the time I have left and embracing the positive energy around the school.

How to sum up my year? I have had an extremely pleasant experience as an NQT. It has not always been easy, but I have relished the opportunity to spread my wings after my teacher training and I have enjoyed experimenting with aspects of my teaching practice and pedagogy.

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