Sixth Form Learning WalkOn 5 November I undertook a learning walk with the Director of 6th Form Pete Tiltman. I was shown around 5 classes incorporating English, Biology, Graphics, Computer Studies and Chemistry lessons. In Biology it was interesting to note the differentiation in teaching; ensuring high ability pupils were fully stretched. In both the Read More …
Owen HughesOn Wednesday, we attended the Inspection Action Group meeting with the Leadership team and members of the LA, which was really positive. Beforehand, I had a meeting with the Head to discuss the new Year 7 and how they were settling in to high school life. I was impressed with the calmness of lesson Read More …
Learning WalkSchool Governor, Brian Northey, took part in a Numeracy Learning Walk on 21st November 2013. Here are his comments. I have found the educational benefit of Learning Walks superb, showing the need for Maths, or the basics and methods, in other subjects covered by the school such as Music, Geography, Art, Design Technology and Read More …
Beauty and the BeastI attended a performance of Beauty and the Beast last week. The whole performance, both from the cast on stage and from those who looked after the scene shifting, was a credit to all those involved, pupils and staff. The stage setting was simple but very effective and changed what appeared to Read More …
Learning WalkSchool Governor, Marie Foley, took part in a Learning Walk of the Sixth Form last Monday, 21st October 2013. During discussion, after the walk, Marie said that she was impressed with the learning and teaching she had observed, the focused and encouraging learning environments, the excellent independent and group work and outstanding behaviour and Read More …