Aileen Kwok

A little about me

I teach Year 1, where school routines may still be new. I build the day around familiar greetings, a clear order and consistent signals, because predictability can help pupils feel ready to try something unfamiliar. I want children to know what is happening next without making the classroom feel inflexible.

Many pupils are also learning in a language that is new to them. I look for ways to make participation possible before expecting extended writing. A pupil may need to listen, use a gesture, try a word or practise it with a partner before sharing it with the class. Those are meaningful steps in developing confidence and communication.

I teach reading in small groups and do not rush the process. A resource should make the task clear and give pupils time to practise, with support that can change as they become more familiar with the work. I value patient teaching that keeps expectations high while recognising that children arrive with different experiences.