St Patricks' School, Napier, NZ
About the P-BLOT™
Professional Support for Educators
The Practice-Based Lesson Observation Tool (P-BLOT™) is more than an observation tool—it's a professional learning ecosystem designed to help educators strengthen their reflective practice and implement high-quality, sustainable pedagogy.
Developed by a team of experienced teachers and education researchers, the P-BLOT™ is rooted in evidence, grounded in practice, and tailored to support play-based and child-led approaches.
The P-BLOT™ Ecosystem Includes:
A whole-system approach to professional development
When schools choose the P-BLOT™, they gain access to a wide-ranging support package designed to embed sustainable change. The P-BLOT™ ecosystem includes:
Initial training led by expert facilitators
Live and on-demand coaching, including opportunities to connect with the tool’s original creators
A digital companion platform, featuring:
Video exemplars of practice
Downloadable planning and reflection tools
Webinar recordings and further training opportunities
Supplementary guidance materials to support implementation across school settings
Free checklists and planning frameworks for self-reflection, planning and feedback
All components are designed to uphold the professionalism of teaching while reducing unnecessary workload. The P-BLOT™ prioritises clarity, reflection and meaningful dialogue about teaching practice.
Introducing Coach P-BLOT™
24/7 AI coaching for play pedagogy
Coach P-BLOT™ is an AI-powered tool designed to offer immediate, real-time guidance for teachers embedding play-based approaches in their classrooms.
Created by the team behind the P-BLOT™, it acts as a digital pedagogical coach—supporting teachers whenever questions or challenges arise in the flow of their day.
What Coach P-BLOT™ offers:
Responsive, personalised coaching
Ask questions, get suggestions, and reflect on classroom experiences—anytime. Coach P-BLOT™ offers guidance tailored to the realities of play pedagogy.Aligned with the P-BLOT™ principles
The tool draws on the core language and developmental goals outlined in the P-BLOT™, ensuring consistent and pedagogically-sound advice.Practical, non-judgemental support
Coach P-BLOT™ helps teachers plan, reflect, and problem-solve—without increasing workload or needing to schedule formal observations.Links to further resources
The AI coach can connect teachers with exemplar videos, downloadable templates, and deeper reading from the P-BLOT™ ecosystem.
Who Is It For?
Coach P-BLOT™ is available to all educators who have completed P-BLOT™ training, supporting continuity and professional dialogue beyond initial sessions.
Why it matters
Teachers often have great questions that arise in the moment—while planning, reviewing, or even just reflecting on the day. Coach P-BLOT™ is there when you need that quick nudge, idea, or confidence boost.
Ready to Explore the Full P-BLOT™ Ecosystem?
Whether you're just starting out or already trained, the P-BLOT™ is designed to grow with you. From structured initial training to ongoing coaching and digital tools like Coach P-BLOT™, everything is built to support confident, sustainable play pedagogy—without adding to workload.
PBLOT™
A Longworth Education Training Series
Supporting schools with evidence-informed strategies that prioritise teacher wellbeing, professional growth, and sustainable practice.
Get in touch
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