What earning QTS through the Assessment Only route taught me
Receiving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through the Assessment Only route was one of the most rewarding milestones in my professional journey. Unlike a traditional training programme, the Assessment Only route required me to demonstrate, through evidence and classroom practice, that I already met the Teachers' Standards. Preparing for the assessment encouraged me to reflect deeply on my teaching. It wasn't simply about showing what I could do. It was about understanding why I teach the way I do and how my decisions influence students' learning...