Floor Books

Floor books are a shared record of learning that capture the thinking, discussions and experiences of pupils across the school. They are working documents created with children, rather than for them, and they show learning as it happens over time.

The main purpose of floor books is to make learning visible. They include photographs, examples of pupil voice, questions, vocabulary, drawings and reflections that demonstrate how understanding develops. By revisiting previous pages, pupils can recall prior learning, make connections and build more secure knowledge. This supports long-term memory and helps children to see learning as a continuous journey rather than a series of isolated lessons.

Floor books also encourage collaboration. They provide a space for whole-class or group contributions, valuing every child’s ideas and promoting discussion, curiosity and critical thinking. Pupils are encouraged to ask questions, suggest next steps and reflect on what they have learned, helping them to take greater ownership of their learning.

Across the school, floor books support assessment for learning. They allow teachers to observe progress, identify misconceptions and plan future learning based on pupils’ interests and understanding. They also provide clear evidence of the learning process, not just the final outcome.

For parents and carers, floor books offer a meaningful insight into classroom learning. They show how topics are explored, how skills develop and how pupils engage with their learning in a creative and reflective way.