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Parent Information Session. 14 th October Welcome. Timetable. Introduction – Mr Hairon 4 x 15min workshops (7.15, 7.35, 7.55, 8.15pm) Maths – Mr Conway – Jade Class E-safety – Mr Jewels – Opal Class Handwriting (KS1) – Mrs O’Sullivan – Garnet class - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Parent Information Session
14th OctoberWelcome
Timetable
• Introduction – Mr Hairon
4 x 15min workshops (7.15, 7.35, 7.55, 8.15pm)• Maths – Mr Conway – Jade Class• E-safety – Mr Jewels – Opal Class• Handwriting (KS1) – Mrs O’Sullivan – Garnet class• Behaviour and Growth Mindset – Mr Hairon - Hall• Read Write Inc (Reception & KS1) – Mrs Ingles – Emerald class• Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar (KS2) – Mrs Fisher – ICT suite
Key Data 2014 Results (Figures in brackets 2013 England)
KS2 Level 4 Level 5 Expected Progress
More than Expected Progress
Reading 100% (86%) 70% (44%) 100% (88%) 44% (30%)
Writing 100% (83%) 42% (30%) 95% (91%) 37% (30%)
Maths 98% (85%) 58% (41%) 98% (88%) 42% (31%)
KS1 Level 2 Level 3
Reading 98% (89%) 47% (29%)
Writing 95% (85%) 23% (15%)
Maths 93% (91%) 33% (23%)
Ofsted Actions - Teaching
• Ofsted Development PointWhile teachers usually offer pupils advice on how they can improve their work, pupils do not have enough opportunities to make these improvements.• Actions / CommentaryOfsted noted considerable improvements in marking. In many classes pupils improving their work is embedded practice, but this good practice needs to be consistent across the whole school. This will be a focus of book monitoring this year.
Ofsted Actions – Leadership & Management
• Ofsted Development PointSchool leaders’ checks on the quality of teaching do not take enough account of the progress made by pupils over time.• Actions / CommentaryOur current monitoring schedule has brought about improvements in the quality of teaching. However, we will amend this schedule and introduce termly “Progress Reviews” for teachers. During one week we will consider all the evidence to support a judgement on the quality of teaching over time. Previously, judgements were made on specific aspects of teaching. Periodic drop-ins will continue throughout the year to ensure that standards are maintained.
Ofsted Actions – Leadership & Management
• Ofsted Development PointSubject leaders do not have a precise enough understanding of the areas of weakness in teaching in their area to be able to remedy these effectively.• Actions / CommentaryAs the new National Curriculum is assessed over the course of this year, core subject leaders will analyse assessment information to identify whole school strengths and weaknesses. Linked to teachers’ appraisal, new subject leaders have been appointed to work in teams to monitor the implementation of the new curriculum. At the end of the year subject leaders will write a subject evaluation which will include actions to improve their subject area.
Learning to Learn at
Brookmans Park School
Mindsets
Fixed• I worry about how clever I am. I don’t
want to look stupid.• Even if I’m doing well to begin with, I
lose interest when it gets hard.• I feel clever when things are easy and I
am doing better than other people.
Growth• Intelligence is something I can
increase.• I can improve myself through my own
efforts.• I love to learn something new – even if
I don’t look clever.• I am excited by challenge and have a
go at difficult tasks.
It’s ok to make mistakes
Fixed Mindset• I don’t want people to know about my
mistakes or if I find something really difficult
• Ignores useful criticism and feedback
Growth Mindset• It’s ok to make mistakes
because I can learn from them• Learns from criticism and
enjoys receiving feedback
Growth Mindset - Further reading
• Dr Carol Dweck (2006) Mindset – How you can fulfil your potential
• Matthew Syed (2010) Bounce – The myth of talent and the power of practice
Mr Hairon’s Stick Man(September)
Self Portrait - 1st attempt (October)
Maths Test Scores
• Who is making the most progress in maths?
Month Ann Jones Ben Smith
September 19 13
October 20 15
November 19 18
December 20 19
Learning to Learn
At Brookmans Park School we love learning and facing new challenges. We aim to have a “Growth Mindset” and believe that we can all improve. In order to succeed we need to have the following attributes:• Effort• Perseverance• Determination
Effort
To succeed we need to work hard. We need to concentrate and remain focused.
Perseverance
•To succeed we need to keep going and never give up. We need to practice and have patience.
Determination• To succeed we must be motivated to do our best. We must be committed to our goals and have the confidence and courage to have go.
The Chilli Challenge
• Self-differentiation. In certain activities children are encouraged to choose the level of challenge that they feel is appropriate.
• Mild, Medium, Hot, Super Spicy
Behaviour Policy
• 6 Golden Rules• House Points• Star of the Week• Headteacher’s Awards