This free Primary Lesson Observation Framework is designed to support high-quality lesson observations in Welsh primary schools. It provides a clear, structured framework for evaluating classroom practice across key areas including lesson objectives, behaviour and expectations, pupil engagement, differentiation, assessment for learning, feedback, pace, teaching methods, resources, and the learning environment. The framework also includes specific consideration of Welsh language development and Welsh cultural ethos, making it particularly relevant for schools working within the Curriculum for Wales.
This resource supports school improvement by helping leaders, teachers, and improvement partners gather consistent evidence about the quality of teaching and learning. The graded descriptors make it easier to identify strengths, areas for development, and patterns across lessons, supporting professional dialogue and evidence-informed next steps.
Use this framework to carry out effective lesson observations in your school and provide focused, constructive feedback. Schools can use it independently or integrate it directly into our Flourish Quality Assurance software, where lesson observations can be stored, analysed, and tracked using powerful reporting tools such as heat maps and trend analysis.