Chrissy Andrews

Secondary English and drama teacher.
Scholar experience lead
She/her.

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@Clive_Hill

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@Miss_S_Gibbons I swear by Sweaty Betty. I almost exclusively wear the Power leggings

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

Huge thanks to Sally Jameson MP for giving up some of her time to inspire our scholars, especially during #ukpw.

[Astrea Academy Woodfields @AAWoodfields]

Sally Jameson MP came to talk to our scholars about being an MP in UK Parliament week. She answered their questions and inspired many political aspirations.

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

Reading whole books serves far more function beyond the simple act of reading the parts that are absolutely necessary. It teaches scholars to explore the meanings and connections between different sections and really consider what the writer is saying.

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

I grew up without access to books at home. The only books I read in full were those I read in my English lessons. Whole books over extracts every time. This is the crux of it for me: "They develop slowly, through accumulated experience of what it feels like to be genuinely...

[Carl Hendrick @C_Hendrick]

Why a generation of kids are learning to read everything except books. Link in reply ⬇️

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

absorbed in a book, to lose track of time whilst reading, to find oneself thinking about characters or plot developments between reading sessions, to experience the peculiar satisfaction of a narrative’s resolution after sustained engagement"

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

Come and join a fantastic team led by a great bloke! I hear the new SENCO is alright too.

[Clive Hill @Clive_Hill]

Fancy a new challenge in an amazing school? We are looking for a Senior Pastoral Lead & a Pastoral Year Lead (due to career progression) - more info here: https://t.co/eveEm7BO0m

#Doncaster #WeAreWoodfields #Pastoral

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@Clive_Hill Honestly, I can't thank you enough for the assemblies this week 👏🏻👏🏻

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@Miss_S_Gibbons I'm working on one for International Men's Day. Focussing on the importance of addressing male mental health through positive conversations.

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

...without even considering the practical uses a removal space serves. I'd love to see more conversation about how to utilise removal spaces rather than simply whether or not they should exist. There is much more nuance to consider than simply shouting "abolish".

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

A child cannot reflect on their behaviour in the classroom. If we do not enable reflection, pastoral care and appropriate interventions to take place, we are neglecting the child who is causing disruption as well as those who suffer as a result of their disruption. This is...

[David Scales @MrDavidScales]

Has anyone considered that ‘removal rooms’ might be good safeguarding and pastoral care? Child causes a scene in a lesson, 29 other children frustrated with them, child goes a removal room and gets to have their say and calm down. Chance to find out a ‘why’ and protect dignity.

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@JoolsAtkins @AAWoodfields Thank you! xx

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

Happy half term, everyone. This one finds me with an extra reason for celebration. From January, I move into the role of SENDCo at @AAWoodfields and I am beyond excited for this new opportunity to make a difference for our scholars.

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@tombennett71 I love it there.
Conversation on the table next to me:
Staff: how would you like your steak?
Customer: well done
Staff: we don't do that here
Perfection 😅

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

What a bunch of absolute legends!!

[Astrea Academy Woodfields @AAWoodfields]

Not all heroes wear capes…..but our class of 2032 zero hero’s will wear their badges with pride! Not a single day off in their first half term at secondary school. Huge double claps!👏

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@amymayforrester Oh, absolutely.

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

Come and join the team at @AAWoodfields! Still time to apply for some great roles

https://t.co/BxhN3LCcgN

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

PREACH 🙌🏻

[Schools Week @SchoolsWeek]

@Ofstednews 'The most inclusive schools have the calmest classrooms where all children feel safe,' says Oliver

[Chrissy Andrews @MrsAndrewsEng]

@educationgovuk Why year 8? This is not early identification. Leaving children without appropriate intervention for their entire first year of secondary school is not going to support engagement.