Classroom Observation Checklist Template – Download (MS Word)

Download a professionally-designed, easily editable Classroom Observation Checklist template in Microsoft Word format.

A ready-to-use .docx file with structured sections for observation.
Clear placeholders for observer and teacher info, date, grade/subject, and observation duration.
Multiple sections for evaluating classroom environment, lesson planning/preparation, instructional techniques, classroom management, and student engagement & learning.
A flexible format using checkboxes, rating scales (1–5), and comment spaces — so you can easily jot notes during or after the observation.
A final “Summary & Recommendations” section for strengths, areas for improvement, and additional notes — handy for feedback or evaluation reports.

This template is ideal for:

School administrators and principals are conducting class visits or evaluations.
Teachers performing peer observations or self-evaluations.
Educational supervisors, mentors, or trainee-teacher evaluators.
Any educational institution aiming for consistent, structured classroom observations and documentation.

Saves Time: Instead of building a checklist from scratch, start with a polished template that’s ready for use.
Structured & Comprehensive: Covers all key aspects — environment, planning, instruction, management, engagement, and reflective feedback.
Flexible & Easy to Customize: Whether you prefer checkboxes or rating scales, comments or numeric scoring, the template adapts to your observation style.
Professional & Clean Layout: The Word format ensures it looks neat when printed or saved as a PDF, making it suitable for formal evaluations and records.

Download the .docx file.
Open in Microsoft Word (or compatible software — Google Docs, LibreOffice, etc.).
Customize with your own school name, observer info, or additional criteria if needed.
Use during classroom observations — either digitally or on paper.
Save or print for record-keeping or to share with teachers/staff.