I apologise for the lack of posts in the last few weeks, the reasons of which I will explain in this post. It’s finally time to get out the pens, diary and sticky notes as tomorrow is the day I start my PGCE! It’s basically an introduction day, registration, documentation, etc… I’m interested to see the other trainees and the lecturers; I can imagine it’s going to be a real assortment of people with different backgrounds and stories to tell. I’m looking forward to getting to know people – evidently we are all in the same boat so I think there will be quite a few restless nights tonight.
Although I’m excited to start my course, I have made the difficult decision to leave behind my fiancé and our dog to come to a university over 200 miles away. I knew it would eventually happen, because I have known about my place on the course since January but now I’m here it’s been quite tough. The first night without my fiancé I cried and cried, resulting in buying eye drops for my very bloodshot eyes! I hated saying goodbye but I know it’s not forever and FaceTime really does help, especially when I get to see my dog! 🙂
I’m currently living in a house with 7 other people – I’m the only student, they are all professionals and this is what I prefer. My PGCE year isn’t about partying or being a stereotypical student; I’m going to need all the peace and quiet I can get! The people here drift in and out so I’ve had time to relax and rejuvenate myself before I start tomorrow. They seem nice enough so I can’t complain 🙂 and it’s made the transition down here easier.
Well, I’ll try and write another post at the end of this week to keep you updated! Please keep your fingers crossed for me!
Rachel
Becoming a Primary Teacher 