My desire to teach came from the positive relationships I gained with my teachers in my school career. When I think back to my time in primary school, I think back to the teachers who inspired me the most and the mark they have left on my life today. Their enthusiasm and positivity motivated me to do well, both in primary and high school, and I would love to have this impact on children. My experiences made it clear teaching was for me as I would love the opportunity to have a positive impact on children’s lives. I knew in this role I could support children in their early stages in order to give them the best possible future.

My thrive to teach also flourished through my time at a local primary school last year. I worked with all stages throughout my work experience which broadened my knowledge of not only different teaching styles and methods, but the variety of abilities in children. I developed my understanding of the learning approaches used in classrooms to meet the needs of each individual. I could also see first hand the impact the teachers were making and how the children looked up to their teachers as role models. I knew at these moments primary teaching was the career for me.