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If you need help with anything education improvement related, we're the place to call.



About our services



What we do:

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​We specialise in creating positive learning improvement cultures so that learners, teachers and managers can thrive. We do this in many ways, often through training and coaching. We find out about where you are at and where you want to get to and we devise a plan with you.


A big part of creating the right culture is considering how we observe and improve learning. We spend most of our time on this. At least, Deborah does. It's Deborah's passion. She's a student of observation and improvement and she is busy living and breathing it. If you are looking to find answers to observation and improvement activity that works, you are in the right place. You might want anything from a single day of observation training (and we have a whole range of packages depending on your requirements) to a whole college programme of support. This might include coaching in the form of paired learning walks and dual observations, facilitation of learning dialogue meetings, strategy support, moderation activity and much more. It's best to get in touch and talk. You might have guessed by now we like to talk!



Observation / coaching Training





Just to give you an idea of some of our observation / coaching training, here are some of our packages:

  • Observation for Improvement
  • Deconstructing Lesson Observation
  • The 10 Commandments of Lesson Observation
  • Making Improvement Happen
  • Learner Focused Coaching
  • Emotional Resilience for Observers and Coaches
  • Conversations with Learners and Teachers

We also do a lot of review workshops with small groups where we focus and reflect on practice and develop better ways of working. These really make a difference.



We're big on learning and so, we also offer lots of training and coaching for teachers





Some of our most popular training for teachers:



  • Kick Ass Learning
  • Supporting and Developing English and Maths
  • Making the Connection: Contemporary Learners
  • For the Love of Teaching
  • Body Language for Teachers
  • Making Harder Learning Easier: Stretch and Challenge without all the effort


  • Getting Induction Right
  • Communication in the Classroom
  • Teaching without Talking
  • The Resilient Learner
  • Making Learning Visible
  • Better Behaved Learners
  • The Independent Learner




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We also deliver lots of 'coaching workshops' where we spend time with a group of teachers helping them explore aspects of learning. We love this. We think this is some of the best stuff we do.



consultancy





Deborah specialises in:

  • Developing a positive learning improvement culture
  • Training and supporting of observers and improvers of teaching, learning and assessment


We have a wonderful team who help us deliver:

  • External Reviews, often referred to as 'Mock Inspections'
  • Paired Observations, Learning Walks, Observations
  • Critical Friend Support to Improve an Aspect of Provision
  • Specific Support to Improve English and Maths
  • Inspection Nominee Support
  • Support for Managers
  • Self-Assessment Support and Validation
  • Support for Governors

We also have a team of master coaches who provide direct, intense 1:1 coaching support for teachers.



why us?



​​​We like to think we're pretty good at what we do. If we didn't we'd stop doing it. Of course we're experts in delivering results, helping colleges and other providers improve their provision, but we don't just do the job well, we do it from the top of our heads to the tips of our toes!


​We care and we simply love what we do. We think you will to.


​So, if you are struggling or wanting to explore, we would love to hear from you. We are normal people working in a sector that we have a passion for. If you don't want support but would like a chat - it's a freebie on us!


Deborah McVey Ltd


23 Wood Farm Close, Little Stanney, Chester, CH2 4PZ Email: deborah@deborahmcveyltd.co.ukTel: 07718 332429