Quality Learning

Leadership and assessment professional learning development (PLD) – continuing to develop formative assessment practices

Ensuring we have high expectations of student achievement

Continuing to develop and use ‘Teaching as Inquiry’ approach to reflective practice and link it to appraisal system and strategic goals

Continue to undertake appropriate professional development to ensure current and effective teaching approaches are utilised

Developing student voice to allow for their greater involvement in their learning

Using the School Management system to record assessment data and monitor progress

Ensure differentiated programmes operate in all classes so that all children’s needs are met through ability grouping, especially in core subjects

Using the Inquiry learning approach whereby children are provided with opportunities to lead their own learning and develop effective information skills as well as critical thinking skills

Using staff strengths to assist with the development of all staff in the targeted areas

Teachers regularly sharing effective teaching practices at staff meetings and on an informal basis

Effective teaching practices will reflect: motivation, authenticity,engagement, positive relationships and success

Aligning Performance Appraisal System with the criteria for registered teachers

Including the community in all areas of learning

Utilising local resources to increase our student’s educational opportunities

Developing a culture of celebration, success and sharing