Name Danielle Pearce

In what year did you train? 2018-2019

Which subject did you train in? History

Which school/s did you train in? Hedingham School and Sixth Form and The Ramsey Academy

Can you tell us a bit more about what you are doing now? I am the subject leader for PSHE and the Careers Lead. Additionally, I mentor trainee teachers.

Thinking back to your teacher training with Mid Essex ITT, can you share with us about a highlight, fond memory or funny story? I remember how supportive the team at Mid Essex was, which definitely made the experience much easier. I also made some great friends with whom I’m still in contact today.

What was teacher training like when you trained? What were the buzzwords, latest theories or popular pedagogy? Evidence folders.
Having to summarise our week using playdough.

Thinking back to your teacher training, what was your key takeaway from Mid Essex ITT? Every day is a new day and there is always light at the end of the tunnel.

Thinking back to your teacher training, is there anyone who supported you whom you would like to recognise or thank? Keith & Sophie- always so supportive and helpful. Nothing was ever too much trouble.