Developing a Leadership Role Within the Key Stage 1 Curriculum

Since 1989 initial teacher training courses in England and Wales have incorporated in their programs preparation for taking a lead in a school subject area in their first appointment. There is no longer a place for a teacher (newly qualified or not) in primary schools whose sole responsibly is his or her class. Further, a teacher must have specific specialist knowledge and expertise to disseminate to the rest of the staff. Incorporating the latest curriculum and assessment changes, this book helps students and newly qualified teachers understand what is involved in being a subject coordinator in the early years of schooling. The authors are or have been coordinators and their enthusiasm informs their writing as they offer practical and pragmatic advice on the role.

Julie Davies is currently a lecturer in primary education at Manchester Metropolitan University, School of Education, where she is responsible for English and history in initial training and higher degree courses.