Evaluation & Assessment
5-Minute Walkthrough Checklist
A quick classroom walkthrough checklist for senior leaders to capture a snapshot of teaching quality, student engagement, and learning environment during brief visits.
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5-MINUTE WALKTHROUGH CHECKLIST
Teacher:
Class:
Observer:
Date:
Time: –
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LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
□ Classroom is clean and organised
□ Displays are relevant and up-to-date
□ Seating arrangement supports learning
□ Resources are accessible
□ Lighting and temperature are appropriate
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STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
□ Students are on task
□ Students are actively participating
□ Students are working at appropriate level
□ Positive behaviour is evident
□ Students ask/answer questions
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TEACHING PRACTICE
□ Learning objectives are shared/displayed
□ Teacher circulates and supports students
□ Pace of lesson is appropriate
□ Differentiation is evident
□ Assessment for learning is used
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BRIEF NOTES
Key observations and any immediate feedback given:
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Follow-up required: □ Yes □ No
Observer Signature: Date: _________
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