Amy C., Author at PMT Education

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Amy C.

Amy C.

Amy is a qualified English teacher with experience teaching GCSE, A Level, and Functional Skills English. She has previously worked as a Lead Practitioner of English, Second in Department, and Whole-School Literacy Coordinator. Amy holds Chartered and Advanced Teacher Status, with specialist expertise in adaptive teaching and SEND support. She supports ECTs through the NPQLTD qualification. Amy is also an experienced examiner for AQA and Eduqas, and a tutor at PMT Education.

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How to support a child with PDA in the classroom

Students with PDA aren’t deliberately misbehaving – they’re responding to overwhelming anxiety. In this article, English teacher and SEND specialist Amy C. shares practical insights on how to support a child with PDA in the classroom, including strategies to build trust, reduce pressure, and increase collaboration.

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How to answer AQA GCSE English Language Paper 1 Question 5

AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 is the creative writing task worth 40 marks. This guide shows you how to approach writing both a description and a narrative opening, including planning your ideas, using ambitious vocabulary, and nailing SPaG. It’s packed with practical tips to help you tackle the question with confidence.

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