| Name of programme |
Accelerated Learning |
| Where it operates |
Bar Hill Primary School |
| Contact details |
|
Name |
Jane McLeod |
Address |
Bar Hill Primary
School
Gladeside
Bar Hill
Cambridge |
Postcode |
CB3 8DY |
Telephone: |
01954 273305 |
Fax: |
01954 273306 |
Email: |
office@barhill.cambs.sch.uk |
|
| How the need was identified |
As
a result of the school's self-evaluation, we have identified accelerated
learning as an area for
development. The aim of the new project (based on
Accelerated Learning in Primary Schools) is to enable
more effective access to the curriculum for all children.
In order to do this, it is important that parents
understand the principles so that they can support their
children to the best of their ability, and in turn, become
more confident learners themselves. |
| Aims of the project |
- Our aim is to develop life-long learning skills in our
children in order to enhance their learning and thereby
raise standards. We can do this more effectively when
parents understand the strategies involved and support
their use at home.
- We will give parents the opportunity to work with
staff as the new techniques are developed, showing
that we appreciate the important role they play.
- We will give clear information to parents about mind
mapping, memory and relaxation techniques, which
they may find useful in their own lives.
- We will identify with parents how they can support
their children's learning at home and help prepare
them for such activities as SATS.
- Parents and members of the community
will be
asked to contribute to the project if they have an
area of expertise. The school nurse will begin 'drop
in' sessions where she can advise on specific areas
such as stress.
|
| How the project operates |
- From January 2004 there will be a series of meetings
with staff and parents. All parents will be invited to
attend to comply with our ethos as an inclusive school.
The meetings will be as follows:
- How children learn - an introduction
to ALBS
principles. This will involve all staff and parents.
- The development of skills for use at home and
school for parents and children - memory and mind
mapping techniques.
- The development of coping skills for challenging
situations through relaxation techniques.
- Specific preparation for SATS Yr 2.
- Specific Preparation for SATS
Yr 6.
- All adults who have access to the children in
relation to the project will be police checked in line
with the schools current policy.
- Evidence of demonstrable improvement
for children:
- Much evidence will be more long term, for example
improving SATS results.
- A comparative self esteem questionnaire
will be
given to the children to determine the trend.
- How will the programme
embed within the culture of
the school:
- The programme will be seen in school life in such
ways
as the following:
- Lesson plans/ homework tasks.
- Classroom displays to indicate 'no
put down zones'.
- Good working relationships with parents through staff availability
to discuss issues of concern.
- Through PSHE and Citizenship, with such
activities
as peer support and the anti bullying council.
Issues such as bullying will be dealt with in
conjunction with parents.
|
| How is the programme innovative |
- Informs parents of strategies used to enhance
learning, enabling them to support their child's
learning at home. Development of coping skills for
challenging situations.
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