CONTEXT

The school was reviewed as part of the Pilot of the Jersey Evaluation and Review Framework in February 2018, outcomes and recommendations have shaped elements of the SDP.  Staff have been involved throughout the process and are fully committed to improving the quality teaching and learning in the school to improve overall outcomes for all children. Outcomes of data analysis from 2018- 2019, 2019-2020 (impact of Covid-19 acknowledged), 2020-2021, pupil, parental and staff feedback and consultation with the updated Jersey School’s Review Framework have been taken into account to inform the strategic direction and school development for this academic year.

Areas of Focus

Maths – Attainment and progress in maths across the school is improved and progress accelerated so that the percentage of pupils meeting age-related expectations improves by at least 10% or reaches 50% for the class cohort. The teaching of maths is at least consistently ‘good’ and frequently ‘outstanding’.

Writing – Attainment in writing across the school is improved so that the percentage of children achieving AT ARE (Secure) has increased by a minimum of 10% or reaches 50% for the class cohort. 

Multilingual Leaners MLL show rapid and sustained progress across all areas of the curriculum in line with other groups within their cohort. 

Oracy – Pupils to benefit from a high-quality oracy education and to show progress in their ability to communicate effectively raising the low entry language and communications levels that so often impact on their academic, social and emotional development.  

UNCRC

Article 3 (best interests of the child) The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.

Article 29 (goals of education) Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.