Start the year by getting to know your learners with this engaging, visually appealing one-page student information worksheet. Designed for secondary school, FE, and post-16 learners, this resource helps English teachers gather valuable information about students’ backgrounds, interests, and support needs from the very first lesson.

Students are invited to share:

Their vocational subject and main vocational tutor
Any previous exam access arrangements (including extra time, reader, scribe, laptop use, rest breaks, coloured overlays, separate room, and more)
Their favourite school subject and reasons why they enjoyed it
Their favourite singer, band, musician, or song
Hobbies and interests outside of school or college
Additional information they would like their English teacher to know

Perfect for:

First lessons
Induction days
Transition activities
Sixth form and FE English classes
Building positive student-teacher relationships
Identifying support needs early

What’s included:

1 colourful, student-friendly worksheet
Printable PDF format
Suitable for KS4, KS5 and Further Education learners
Easy-to-use tick-box format for access arrangements

This resource provides a simple but effective way to learn more about your students while gathering important information that can help support their progress and wellbeing throughout the year