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Diary of an NQT: Relaxation and preparation

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Half-term has given our NQT diarist time to relax and reflect, but thoughts of work were never far away as she prepared for the weeks ahead.

So fully refreshed after a week off...

Was it a full week off? All nine days? Running in the park, through the autumn leaves without a care?

My half-term was, I am guessing, pretty typical for a teacher. I did get away for a few days which helped, mainly because of my reduced proximity to school (and the exercise books).

I did find myself working too; writing my year 11 reports and marking mock exams for year 10. But it did feel like an appropriate level of commitment for the role I play in educating pupils. So one day was spent at school and some afternoons and evenings at home working.

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