Teaching & Learning

Teaching & Learning

• Transitioning to co-education (from September 2024), reflecting the school’s commitment to adaptability and inclusivity (Alignment: Leadership and Management, School Culture, Wellbeing and Inclusion).
• A strong tradition of leadership opportunities, including:
  • Head Girl, Deputy Head Girl, Senior Prefects, Student Council, and Green School Committee (Alignment: Learner Experiences, Leadership and Management, Student Voice).
• Effective Learning Support Coordination ensures detailed and structured support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) (Alignment: Learning and Teaching, Wellbeing and Inclusion).
• Robust transition programs for first-year students, including:
  • First Year Assessment Morning (CAT 4 exams)
  • Parent Information Sessions & School Visits
  • Parental Registration & Data Collection by Year Head, Principal, and Resource Coordinator (Alignment: Wellbeing and Inclusion, School Community).
• A Creative School Plan is being developed to further encourage student creativity and innovation (Alignment: Learning and Teaching, Learner Experiences).

Focus for 2024/2025:

• Develop a Creative School Plan to enhance student creativity (Alignment: Learning and Teaching, Learner Experiences).
• Introduce new teaching methodologies through cross-curricular training sessions (Alignment: Learning and Teaching, Professional Development).
• Encourage student-led creative projects to increase engagement in the arts and innovation (Alignment: Learning and Teaching, Learner Experiences).