FYI if you've been graduated for 5+ years you don't have to have an academic reference for UCAS, they can both be professional. Both of mine were (I'm 28) and this was completely fine.

This has been such a helpful video, thank you so much! Like you, I’m leaving it to the last minute so I’m quite stressed 😅. It’s only because I haven’t decided between primary and secondary and I’m trying to get the work experience first but the secondary schools just aren’t replying 😭 I’m scared I’ll just have to make a decision before spending even a day in a secondary school x

@Slidetotheleft

3 жыл бұрын

I hope it all goes well! Xx

You're hilarious, I enjoyed learning from you hahah!

In their 30's eh.......I'm 41 and start my PGCE this September 🤣🤣🤣

hi, I am going to Durham for PGCE training too. Was wondering how did you deal with commuting from the school you were on the placement to the place you live? Or do you recommend renting flat around durham university or around the school?😆

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

So I lived with some undergrads near the centre. The uni asked me where I lived and so therefore placed me at a school that was nearer - I had a commute of about half an hour door to door using the bus.

I applied through the GOV UK website, not ucas, I got an offer for an interview at a Primary School the day AFTER I applied. No idea what questions they’re going to ask 😭😭

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

oh gosh! I hope it went well!

Your video was helpfull and informative I have an interview next week I wish I could get more information

How did you present the 5 minutes teaching? Did you teach or you explained? My interview is in 5 days and I’m overwhelmed

@Slidetotheleft

3 жыл бұрын

I only had to explain what I would teach as it was on zoom. I think it the interview had been in person I would have actually had to teach but it was a little different considering COVID!

I could only apply for 3

How long did you prepare for!? I have my interview for bath in two weeks and I haven’t found out what I have to prepare yet and I’m worried I won’t have enough time whilst I work full time

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

I imagine the content of your interview will be pretty similar to what is in this video so that should help plan! I think I was giving around a week so it's definitely enough. Good luck!

@livx804

2 жыл бұрын

@@Slidetotheleft thank you, they’ve asked me to do a presentation on a book I’d teach year 9 and I can’t seem to think of a book that would work as I haven’t read anything recently that would be suitable for them. Did you choose a book you knew well?

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, if I'm honest - I don't think I'm the person to ask about secondary PGCE! I was asked about more general areas of primary education. I'm really sorry I can't be more helpful!

I have an interview next week for primary education with qts and the university is asking me to bring an object, that simulates learning and present it. What would you suggest to take, please?

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

I had this too! I did the classic suitcase with items from a particular historical period and the children would guess what the person who owned the bag might be like/where they are going, etc. I would also suggest potentially using poppets for something maths related (times tables, prime numbers etc).

@rehabalhilaly616

2 жыл бұрын

@@Slidetotheleft Thank you! What do you think about taking a puppet and talking about how it promotes language and communication development and also links to social and emotional?

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds amazing - especially with the younger years! Sorry, my brain is naturally wired to KS2 so I never even think about what could work for the little ones aha

@rehabalhilaly616

2 жыл бұрын

@@Slidetotheleft Thank you. Yes I have chosen to talk about 3-5 years old. It is appropriate for their age right?

i applied to newman university yesterday and im just waiting to hear back:( how long do you think it will take

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

Could be a while as you applied much earlier than me! My application was very last minute so the interview process was very intensive.

Hi, can I use two people from my university as references? And if I worked for at a company that is owned by a relative would it be possible to use them as a reference?

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure about that unfortunately. I've always thought it was one academic and one from a professional body but its worth checking! Sorry I can't help more!

@AbdulHameed-dm7hc

2 жыл бұрын

@@Slidetotheleft Ok thank you

How long did you wait to hear back after your interview?

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

It was very different for both but as I applied early June (very late) I was waiting about a month!

What if you have an academic reference but not a professional one?

@Slidetotheleft

3 жыл бұрын

My professional reference wasn’t even officially ’professional’. As it was from a voluntary job I would recommend something similar to that. Just as long as it’s not a family member or friend - you should be good!

When you say you applied late, how late? Can I still apply now (end of May) for September??

@Slidetotheleft

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I literally submitted my application right at the end of May - I didn't apply to as many as I would have if I did it earlier but it's still possible!

@zoemiddleton7502

3 жыл бұрын

@@Slidetotheleft Ah thank you! I got so disheartened yesterday after watching loads of videos and getting it into my head that I haven't got enough time!!! I'm going into a secondary school after half term (around 7th June) so will have some experience then ... not sure whether to wait until then when I've been in and observed a few lessons... what do you think?

@Slidetotheleft

3 жыл бұрын

@@zoemiddleton7502 I would submit your app before, mentioning that you are about to and what you’re looking forward to etc and by the time your interviews take place you’ll be able to talk about your experience there!

@babyg5277

3 жыл бұрын

I just submitted mine last week 😂

@megan4699

2 жыл бұрын

I only applied July and I got an interview for this sept

Can the references be both academic?

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

I think so but the recommendations are one professional and one academic.

@ryansanil2599

2 жыл бұрын

@@Slidetotheleft ohh alright

How to do PGCE online in UK?

@Slidetotheleft

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not entirely sure... that's not the route I pursued!