Teaching & Learning Approach

Learning

How do you know Learning is taking place?

• What Knowledge do you want pupils to have been taught by the end of the lesson?
• Has high quality content been Modelled?
• Are Questions and Explanations geared towards showcasing learning and progress?

Engagement

Are pupils visibly Engaged in lesson?

• Are you consistently reinforcing High Classroom Expectations and a supportive learning environment?
• Is adequate Challenge embedded into your teaching?
• Is teaching Adapted to the emerging needs of pupils?

Assessment

Is Assessment accurate and purposeful?

• Are 'Do Now' activities rooted in Activating Learning?
• Does Questioning identify areas of development and move learning forward?
• Are pupils empowered to Self and Peer Assess to improve their work?

Progress

Are all pupils making Progress?

• Are Assessment for Learning strategies embedded throughout lessons and acted on?
• Is Feedback accurate and timely?
• Are you confident the desired Knowledge has been secured and Misconceptions have been addresses?