“Our school has seen accelerated progress with our writing since using the methods that Helen has modelled for us. We have also seen teachers far less stressed about their writing programme as they focus in on one area at a time. We thank Helen for piloting this in our school and showing us a smarter way of operating.”  

”Our team got a huge amount out of the day.

The slideshow was very valuable and we are keen to share some of the slides along with the notes we have added to our teams back at school.

So much to process but we are buzzing with positivity and keen to take back to our kura.”

“Our teachers found Helen’s methods well researched and easy to apply in the classroom.  They worked well with all students, at all ages, and were extremely effective for children with learning challenges.” 

”Thank you. This was the best PD I have had in many years.”

“This work has had a huge impact on our writers. The students are engaged with their independent goals and are always keen to discuss their progress. Teachers are positive as we see results, and the system is very manageable to use in the classroom.”

“What a fantastic day, you shared so much in the space of a day. It made so much sense and I can really see the advantages of teaching writing the way you have shared.  You are great to listen to because you are enthusiastic and so knowledgeable. You just make so much sense!”

“I think these methods have had the biggest impact on the children's writing of anything that I have used over the years. I have seen improvement in writing in both the class and the target groups I work with. The feedback system is quick, manageable, and children really buy into it and love seeing  the stickers in their books. Their biggest thrill is when they get a new goal.” 

“Wow, what an awesome course! You have given so many manageable ideas that can be put into practice straight away. I am so motivated to get back into my classroom and give timely and relevant feedback to my children as well as more solid modelling. Thank you!”

“Fast Feedback has completely changed the way I teach writing and structure my lessons.  It is no longer a stressful and daunting process for both student and teacher.  Fast feedback has helped myself to focus on the smaller steps of the writing process and the progression for each of my students.  For my students they are now all able to articulate what they are working on in their writing and they are only 5!” 

“This was an excellent workshop and I’m grateful to have been able to attend. The skills you taught us made sense and I'm looking forward to putting them into practice. In addition to that, your energy, warmth, and obviously deep knowledge of your content meant that time flew and I just wish the workshop was longer.”

“We really appreciate all your expertise and I know the teaching resources will be a guiding light throughout my teaching of writing for years to come.”

“What you went through today makes so much more sense and seems very manageable within the classroom programme. We were thrilled to see handwriting being reinforced and we will definitely make this a whole school target for next year. We have so much to process but we are buzzing with positivity and keen to take back to our kura.”