96. Function First, Fancy Later: Jamiela's Guide to Classroom Organisation

Feeling overwhelmed by classroom clutter? In this episode, we're joined by classroom organisation expert Jamiela, who shares her powerful journey from chaos to calm. Once an unorganised teacher herself, Jamiela now empowers educators to embrace simplicity and function-first thinking through her FAVS principles: Functionality, Accessibility, Visibility, and Simplicity.Jamiela dives deep into resource management, the pitfalls of over-purchasing, and how to shift your mindset from "more is more" to purposeful minimalism. You'll walk away with practical, actionable tips to streamline your classroom setup, establish sustainable routines, and create a learning environment that works for you and your students.In This Episode, We Cover:Jamiela's transformation from cluttered to calmWhy minimalism is a game-changer in the classroomThe FAVS framework for organising with purposeDecluttering strategies using the 12-24 month ruleFunctional classroom displays that serve learningBalancing digital vs paper systems for efficiencyCreating a central hub for managing classroom chaosDaily reset routines that work (and don’t add to your to-do list)Action steps for teachers after listening to this episode:Set up a 5-10 minute end-of-day reset routine.Prioritise function over aesthetics when organising.Create a centralised hub for tasks, papers, and key info.Declutter items unused in the past 12-24 months.Invest in long-lasting, purposeful resources.Apply the FAVS principles to classroom systems.Set up a simple paper flow with clear categories.From daily reset routines to the magic of a central task hub, this episode is a must-listen for any teacher ready to reclaim their space and time. If you know a teacher that could do with an organisation reset, share this episode with them!Rainbows ahead,Alisha and AshleighResources mentioned in this episode:Explore more from Jamiela and the Organised Teacher Collective hereConnect with Jamiela on Instagram or TikTokVisit www.rainbowskycreations.com for classroom organisation resourcesAPPLE PODCAST | SPOTIFY  | AMAZONLet's hear from you! Text us!