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Q: How to find a good primary school in London for my five-year old son?
I am planning to join Institute of Education (Bedford Way London WC1H0AL) for 2-year Master program. I am wondering if I may be able to find a good primary school for him near to my institute (where we will be residing). As a single parent, I may need some daycare services. - Where to find all these? - What are the costs? - How to contact schools? - What is academic calender in London?

A: Web sites stated are great for looking up schools. You could also type in ofsted reports and see what comes up, then narrow down by post code etc. The ofsted report give a good indication of the quality of the school, although I would also recommend a visit to any school you are considering. Given that Your son is already five it will be a matter of finding a school with a space! Good schools in london are overs ubscribed. School year starts in September and runs through until July normally. Private schools have longer holidays then state schools normally do. Some schools have a fter school clubs, breakfast clubs and holiday schemes. These are usually more affordable then the equivalent hours at a child minder - usually £7 per hour in our area. Some of the playschemes are about £3. Good luck with your studies.

Q: Is it difficult to find a job as a primary school teacher?
Hi all, I would love to study to become a primary school teacher. I am about to get married and would like to have children. Is it possible to become a teacher with out having to travel through the country to obtain employment. Any tips from people experiencing the recruitment process to become a primary school teacher would be much appreciated.

A: I'm just wondering where u r from In the united states, there is a major budget crisis and teachers have been losing their jobs everywhere. In California alone 11 billion has been cut from education If teachers are going to be laid off, I cannot imagine that they will he hiring new teachers Also, here jobs are based on senority so ur first few years are not stable Sorry if u looking for a job in another country besides ameica, but I would think that teaching jobs would be harder to find worldwide because of he economy everwhere Good luck!

Q: What is a good job change for a primary school teacher?
I am a qualified primary school teacher and am no longer happy working within a school classroom. I have a degree in education, what other career paths could I take using this degree?

A: Sell lotteries!

Q: Can i become a Primary school teacher if i have a Media Degree?
Hiya every one, i am currently In uni doing a media degree, and I have always wanted to become a primary school teacher, I was wondering if I had a media degree would I still be able to teach primary school or would I have to do a different degree, or would I have to teach High School? Thank you!

A: Hi there! I originally got my degree in journalism and screen studies but really wanted to teach so I went back to university and did a postgraduate diploma in teaching. It only took one year full time to complete. I have now worked for two years in both the primary school sector and childcare/preschool. I think to do any sort of teaching you really do need a teaching qualification - especially for schools.

Q: What kind of cake would you make for a primary school graduation cake?
My mum is thinking of making a graduation cake for all the year sixes (because i am graduating from primary school). What cakes can she make plzz help.!!!! If you want a bit of thought, i was thinking of a cake with little sugar children on top holding hands. Some others plzzz, doc ur answer is the best so far.

A: Michael, This is going to sound like a cop out, but it is really hard to beat the taste of a good quality mix. And let's face it, 6th Graders are probably not connoisseurs of truly fine cakes. My suggestion is for your Mom to purchase a cake mix from Duncan Hines, Pillsbury, or Betty Crocker and make it in a 9x13-inch pan (that will provide about 24 2x2-inch pieces of cake), ice it with a good buttercream icing and decorate it with balloons and stars made from different colors of icing. Here is a great buttercream icing recipe that is the industry standard in bakeries across the country. Doc Wilton Buttercream Icing ½ cup solid vegetable shortening (Crisco) ½ cup butter or margarine (1 stick) 1 Tablespoon Wilton Clear Vanilla Extract 4 cups Confectioners Sugar (1 pound) 2 Tablespoons Milk Wilton Icing Color Cream Butter and Shortening with an electric mixer. Add vanilla extract. Gradually add sugar, one cup at a time, beating well on medium speed. Scrape sides and bottom of the bowl often. When all the sugar has been mixed in, the icing will appear dry. Add milk and beat at medium speed until it is light and fluffy. Makes 3 cups. At this point you will have a nice white icing. For colors, use Wilton’s Icing Color paste or powder. Use a toothpick to add the paste to the icing and mix well until the color is even. If you need more color, use a new toothpick for each new addition of color. Keep the icing covered with a damp cloth until ready to use. For best results, keep the icing bowl in the refrigerator, with a piece of plastic wrap pushed down to be in contact with the icing, when not in use. Refrigerated in an airtight container, this icing can be stored for 2 weeks. Rewhip before use. For Chocolate Icing: Add three 1-ounce blocks of semi-sweet chocolate, melted, or 3/4 -cup of cocoa powder, and an additional two tablespoons of milk. Mix at medium speed until smooth and well mixed. For Mocha Chocolate Icing: Substitute 2 tablespoons of strong brewed coffee for the additional milk in the Chocolate Icing directions. . For more non-chocolate variations, substitute different extracts for the vanilla. It is especially good with Lemon Extract. Doc

Q: What Qualifications are Required to become a Primary School Teacher And What's Involved?
I wish to become a primary school teacher in Australia but I am not sure what qualifications I need to be able to teach. There is one other problem, to maintain my income I am going to continue working during the day and therefore either go to night school or learn by correspondence distance education. Can anyone help??

A: You need to do a primary education degree, which is 4 years at University. Alternatively, you can undertake a bachelors degree in anything, and then study for a diploma of education, which is also 4 years. However, to get qualified you do need to undertake teaching rounds, which are usually one day a week for the duration of the semester to begin with, or a two-week lump sum I think, depending on the Uni, so you may have to reduce your hours at work to fit in with the timetable (I think its usually fridays?) If you need to work and study, perhaps doing an Arts degree (10-12 hours contact per week for 3 years) and then a dip. ed part time (1.5-2 years, usually about 10 hours a week also) may be a better option than a Bachelor of Education, as the hours might be more flexible? Not sure about the contact hours per week of Education, but I would think they would be more. Either way, unless you're full time it will take you a while to get qualified. Try Open Universitys, and see if there is an Education course on there? Being a teacher would be very rewarding though, and if you're passionate about it you will excel.

Q: What course do you have to do to become a primary school teacher as a post-grad student?
Where in Scotland is there a course available for a student with a BA degree in Business and Management to become a primary school teacher? And how long does it last? Preferred locations are around the Inverness area or Ayrshire area. Thanks in advance for your help!

A: You will need a PGCE, this qualifies you to become a primary school teacher. It is one year full time and 2 years part time. http://pat.eteach.com/dir/PPF/area/kbase/itID/2690/paID/217/page.htm http://www.prospects.ac.uk/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/Explore_types_of_jobs/Types_of_Job/p!eipaL?state=showocc&idno=34&pageno=3 Good luck!

Q: How do you get a child enrolled in a primary school if they move during the school year? Richmond, London are
We are looking at moving to London this year but it won't be until partway through the year. How do you get a child into a primary school if moving halfway through? From what I can tell getting into a school is very competitive if you apply on time.

A: Every school has to have an admissions policy which will determine which children are eligible to be given places at the school. This policy will, in part at least, be controlled by the local authority and by national legislation. The admissions policy of Church of England and Roman Catholic Schools are different from those of state schools. My advice to you is that, once you know for certain where you will be living, you arrange to visit the local primary schools with a view to having your children joining them. The heads will tell you of their admissions policy and will also indicate whether or not there are places at the school for your children. Another way of going about it would be to visit the schools, decide which you prefer and then buy property close to it. Most heads will offer places to newcomers into the area if such places are available. Do not try to deceive the head of a good school by pretending to live closer to his/her school than you do. They have ways of finding out such things!! The structure of the National Curriculum ensures that when children move schools they should find that the work in their new school will be more or less the same as the school they have left.

Q: What are the prerequisites for primary school teaching in Australia?
I'm thinking about being primary school teacher when I leave school and I need to know whether you have to study Maths Studies in high school. I'm not exactly that good at maths so I want to do Maths Applications which is simpler than Maths Studies. Any information is great :)

A: To become a primary teacher you usually have to study primary school teaching or education at university. Alternatively, you can undertake a postgraduate qualification specialising in primary education after completing a degree with relevant study areas. To get into these courses you usually need to pass your TEE. Prerequisite subjects, or assumed knowledge, in one or more of English and mathematics are normally required. Entry to postgraduate courses usually requires a relevant bachelor degree. The various universities have different prerequisites and some have flexible entry requirements. Contact the universities you are interested in for more information as requirements may change. Degree Courses Curtin University of Technology - various locations: - Bachelor of Education (Primary Education), 4 years full time Edith Cowan University - Mt Lawley Campus: - Bachelor of Education (Kindergarten through Primary), 4 years full time or equivalent Edith Cowan University - Mount Lawley and South West Campuses: - Bachelor of Education (Primary), 4 years full time or equivalent Murdoch University - Murdoch and Rockingham Campuses: - Bachelor of Education (Primary), 4 years full time or equivalent University of Notre Dame Australia - Fremantle Campus: - Bachelor of Education (Primary), 4 years full time or equivalent University of Notre Dame Australia - Broome Campus: - Bachelor of Education (Kindergarten to Year 7), 4 years full time or equivalent Additional Information Teachers in WA must hold registration with the Western Australian College of Teaching. Contact the College for details. To work in schools in Western Australia, you must obtain a Working with Children Check issued by the Department of Education and Training. Some institutions may also require a current Department of Education and Training Crim-Trac Police Clearance. Teachers are required by mandatory reporting laws to report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. http://www.wacot.wa.edu.au/index.php?section=1

Q: Would you give a transition year work experience in a primary school?
For my work experience, I really want to do primary teaching because that's what I want to do after the LC, Do teachers/principals of primary schools like this? (It's for free btw) I you're a teacher/principal of a primary school, what do you think of it?

A: Yes, my school took on TY students for their 2 wk placement, but only as assistants to the teachers or SNAs. You have to have a 2-yr qualification now to become a qualified SNA, so you won't be given their duties, but you may be allowed to shadow one or help a teacher in the classroom. You should never be left on your own in a classroom, it's against all sorts of rules and regulations.

Q: What formal qualifications are needed in a career path of year 1-3 primary school teacher?
I am doing an assignment at school to do with early childhood practices, and I need to know is there any formal qualifications that are needed in a career path of year 1-3 Primary School teacher? it is really important for me to complete this assignment.

A: You are required to have a 4 year degree in education and it is usually recommended that you have a specialty (art, science, math, etc.). You must student teach and pass the Praxis tests and possibly other tests depending on which state you live in. The more experience you have the better. In addition to the student teaching they like you to have so many hours in a school observing and teaching short lessons.

Q: What a levels are essential for becoming a primary school teacher?
Next year i will be going into sixth form to study 4 a levels, i have chosen geography, english, maths and health and social care however i am likely to change them especially english as the GCSE threw me! Nevertheless i am not sure which a levels are best in order to achieve my ambition to be a primary school teacher.

A: you need to study science maths and english as main for your a levels then go onto university and study for a degree of your choosen subject the following that you can either go onto studying another year doing your teachers certificate for primary school or you can get a placement while studying so you will be working in a school and they train you while studying for your certifiacte in education.... if you go onto the TDA Web site it will give you more info there hope this helps

Q: What college courses should I take if I want to be a primary school teacher?
I'm starting year 11 this week and I know I really want to be a primary school teacher. But I don't know what courses I need to take to be one. Does anyone know and can anyone help me please? Thank you!

A: Try asking the careers adviser at school. You should have one and he/she should be able to help you. Otherwise maybe child physchology or development?

Q: A question about how to change kids to another primary school?
I am moving to a city in 10 weeks, and need to know how to get them a place at the local primary school. They are already in a primary school here. Do i have to contact the council, or just arrange it with the school?

A: First of all you need to contact the school to see if they have any spaces. If they have make an appointment with yourchild to see the head. They will show you around the school. Also ask peoples advice about the schools, and also look them up on the internet. This is what we done when we moved.

Q: What options should I pick to be a primary school teacher?
I am in Year Nine and I really want to be a primary school teacher, but I don't know what options to pick.

A: There might be a teacher apprenticeship program at your school. You'll probably have to be an upper class-man but it's worth waiting. I got college credit for completing the program.The first semester I got to observe almost all of the elementary school in the immediate vicinity of the HS. Second semester I got to leave the HS for 3 hours a day and go to an elementary school and be an intern in a 3rd grade classroom. If your school has this type of program, it would be VERY beneficial to you. Not only will it give you a little boost in experience, but also a chance to decide if it's really for you. Also- Is there a college you are looking at? I'd suggest poking around some college's websites about information on admission. In my experience, the high school GPA is only useful in getting you into a university. Has nothing really to do with you becoming a teacher. But, once you are into a college, you'll be expected to make at least C's on your early childhood courses.