Strategic Planning - Main Trends from Parent Voice November 2019

Strategic Planning - Main trends from Parent Voice November 2019

What would you like your child to be, know and understand by the time they complete their two years at Breens?

Well balanced. Lit, Num Work ethic and perseverance    Learning strategies that will help at high school Work to their potential x2. Confident and curious learner Problem solver. Self managing   Able to navigate social issues with peers x3. A good decision maker. Compassionate. Global citizen. Self awareness. Communicator. Positive about learning. Critical thinker. Good relationships with others. Confident with e-learning.

Strengths of the School?

Belonging Inclusive School culture. Ako - ex prep for the future workplace. Chldn encouraged to be independent.
Children encouraged to excel in a wide range of subjects 64 Pastoral care
Values and manners Striving for badges x3. Everyone participates x 2. Open communication from teachers Teachers going above and beyond.
Breens Challenge. Curriculum is varied, interesting and challenging x3 Supportive teachers x3. Relationships x2. Strong leadership team.  Facilities. Celebration of success.
Sort any concerns quickly. Know the children well x2. Celebrate TeReo x2. Caters for whole child. Teaching for the future. Encouraging empathy and conflict resolution.

Next steps for us as a school in 3-5 years?

Build upon our strengths x2 Different methods/support/structure for those who are struggling and their teachers  Not all ICT. Strive for excellence. Help with sitting academic assessments x2. Study habits at home x2 to prepare for pressures of secondary school. Enviro issues. Values.  Extension in music/arts/sport. Anti-bullying. Literacy. Keep the focus on intermediate years. Social skills. Compulsory sport. To have the BEST teachers. Prep for the future. BC. Academic and emotional focus. More chances for parents to connect with others. Connect with community for extension opportunities after school. Personalised learning plans. More formal interviews for parents (parents included in conversations about goals) Connection to PSG - funds and opportunities to connect etc. Continue to connect with community. Māori and Pasifika connections. Emotional health and resilience. Reflection of NZ culture and heritage. Continue high stds in core subjects. Innovation in education. Culture of collaboration between students and staff. Garden to table.

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