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The Russell School Vision into Practice 2017 – 2020
The Russell School is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, enabling all our children to reach the highest academic standards in order to achieve their full potential
First Year of SIP 2017/2018 Second Year of SIP 2018/2019 Third Year of SIP 2019/2020
Priority 1 Continue to increase the rate of progress and the level of attainment in writing across the school
Priority 1 Continue to increase the rate of progress and the level of attainment in writing across the school
Priority 1 Continue to increase the rate of progress and the level of attainment in writing across the school
Priority 2 Increase the level of attainment in EYFS with specific focus on children achieving ‘exceeding’
Priority 2 Ensure the rate of progress and numbers of children achieving ‘exceeding’ continues through Year 1 supported by smooth transitions from EYFS to KS1
Priority 2 Ensure rate of progress and numbers of children achieving ‘exceeding’ in Reception continues through to the end of KS1
Priority 3 Continue to increase the rate of progress and level of attainment of children receiving Pupil Premium Grant with particular focus on writing and maths
Priority 3 Re-evaluate use of PPG funding against rates of progress and pupil outcomes
Priority 3
Priority 4 Further develop the provision for children at SEN Support in order to raise attainment and sustain progress
Priority 4 Further develop the provision for children at SEN Support in order to raise attainment and sustain progress
Priority 4
Priority 5 Continue to increase the rate of progress and the level of attainment in maths
Priority 5 Continue to increase the rate of progress and the level of attainment in maths, particularly for greater depth learners
Priority 5
Priority 6 Continue to increase the rate of progress and the level of attainment in maths
Priority 6 Moving staff from good to outstanding
Priority 6
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Developing an enquiring mind and creating a passion for learning, we prepare our children for the next stage of their education and the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of their adult lives
First Year of SIP 2017/2018 Second Year of SIP 2018/2019 Third Year of SIP 2019/2020
Priority 1 Increase the use of the school library for research and independent study
Priority 1 Focus on the use of the library for the enjoyment of reading
Priority 1
Priority 2 Develop the use of communal areas of the school for integrated learning
Priority 2 Continue to develop use of other shared rooms and their place in learning
Priority 2
Priority 3 Ensure smooth transition between KS2 and KS3 in developing partnerships with Grey Court
Priority 3 Ensure smooth transition between KS2 and KS3 in developing partnerships with Grey Court
Priority 3
Providing exciting and creative opportunities across the curriculum, we build on what our children already know and enthuse our young learners in an atmosphere which is challenging and supportive
First Year of SIP 2017/2018 Second Year of SIP 2018/2019 Third Year of SIP 2019/2020
Priority 1 Develop the use of the new building as an interactive learning space
Priority 1 Develop further and wider opportunities for children to work in House groups on whole school projects
Priority 1
Priority 2 Develop reading spaces in the new building to promote reading for enjoyment and high quality texts
Priority 2 Plan for wider opportunities for children to visit educational sites outside of school
Priority 2
Priority 3 Further develop the provision in foundation subjects in the new building – resources, curriculum and assessments
Priority 3 Continue to develop foundation subjects and focus on the Arts
Priority 3
Priority 4 Develop music technology initiative in KS2, specifically Years Four and Five
Priority 4 Develop music technology initiative in KS2, specifically Years Four and Five
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By fostering an ethos of mutual respect and a sense of belonging, we strive to meet the needs of our diverse community of children, supporting their emotional well-being and physical development by promoting healthy lifestyles
First Year of SIP 2017/2018 Second Year of SIP 2018/2019 Third Year of SIP 2019/2020
Priority 1 Continue to investigate and develop the provision for mental health and well-being within the school community
Priority 1 Continue to investigate and develop the provision for mental health and well-being within the school community
Priority 1
Priority 2 Training and planning for the introduction of Active 30:30 – 30 minutes of daily activity
Priority 2 Introduction of Active 30:30 – 30 minutes of daily activity
Priority 2
Priority 3 Investigate the opportunities for becoming a ‘Singing School’
Priority 3
By encouraging our children to become independent, to be responsible and to empathise with others, we instil an appreciation and understanding of the diverse world in which we live, supporting our children to respect and contribute to our school and their wider community
First Year of SIP 2017/2018 Second Year of SIP 2018/2019 Third Year of SIP 2019/2020
Priority 1 Develop relationships and identify learning opportunities with Strathmore School (formal and informal) for children, staff and parents
Priority 1 Develop relationships and identify learning opportunities with Strathmore School (formal and informal) for children, staff and parents
Priority 1
Priority 2 Ensure smooth transition between KS2 and KS3 in developing partnerships with Grey Court
Priority 2 Ensure smooth transition between KS2 and KS3 in developing partnerships with Grey Court
Priority 2
Priority 3 Revisit school values through assemblies, House opportunities and art work in new building
Priority 3
Priority 3
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As welcoming and caring professionals, our staff encourage parental and community involvement in the life of the school, recognising the valuable contribution they make
First Year of SIP 2017/2018 Second Year of SIP 2018/2019 Third Year of SIP 2019/2020
Priority 1 Develop the use of Learning Looks for parents
Priority 1 Further develop parent workshops and learning support
Priority 1
Priority 2 Provide parents with more strategic information regarding the developments in school
Priority 2 Provide parents with more strategic information regarding the developments in school
Priority 2
This section of the SIP is a continual work in progress and is added to throughout the year as innovation and opportunity arise. Not all priorities will feature as part of a specific SIP strategic aim but may be a key priority for a subject leader.
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STRATEGIC AIM
To ensure that the quality of teaching and learning across the school continues to impact positively on outstanding outcomes and progress
SIP TEAM LEADER
Samantha Leir Adam Malin
SIP MIDDLE LEADER
Suzan Baker/ Nicola McCann
GOVERNOR LEAD
KEY OFSTED AREAS
The Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment/ The Outcomes for Children/ The Effectiveness of the Early Years Provision/ The Effectiveness of Leadership and Management
INITIATIVES IMPLICATIONS – WHO, WHEN, HOW
MUCH? IMPACT ACTIONS FOR GOVERNING BODY
Refocus on the writing process for learners and how each stage of the process leads to the next. What should each stage and the outcomes of each stage look like?
Internal CPD time – Autumn Term 2018
Identify quality CPD for creating and inspiring writing and writers, with follow up school led developments
September 2018 INSET and Autumn Term 2018 follow up internal CPD time CLPE INSET - £1600
Evaluate the effectiveness of marking and feedback in writing to ensure it has a direct impact upon outcomes for children. Action necessary changes to policy.
Internal CPD time – Autumn Term 2018
Monitor planning of writing and its direct link to outcomes. Re-evaluate planning
Autumn Term 2018 SL and SB to evaluate planning Internal CPD time – Autumn Term 2018
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process and action necessary changes to documentation.
Monitor changes in feedback through writing books and Learning Journals and in discussion with children, particularly upper KS2, to evaluate impact. Pupil Voice to also be linked to ownership of the writing process alongside outcome.
By February half term 2019 SL and SB Book Scrutiny SL Pupil Voice
Evaluate the introduction of writing conferencing and its impact on outcomes for the children in KS2.
By February half term 2019 SL and SB Book Scrutiny SL Pupil Voice
Full review of Babcock Spelling and other resources (including grammar documents from writing folders) in line with new Pathway to Spelling. Observations of teaching of spelling and grammar using these resources. Sharing of good practice. Link to development of progressive and consistent programme for teaching GPS in KS1
Across all three terms SLT and SB observations Spring Term 2019 Internal CPD
Embed the use of Pathway to Spelling and evaluate the way key words/ tricky words are taught in all year groups. Sharing of good practice.
Across all three terms SLT and SB/ JM observations Spring Term 2019 Internal CPD
Continue to embed the use of non-negotiables in editing writing alongside the use and value of peer editing for Years 4 – 6.
Spring Term 2019 SB to review books with focus on self and peer editing
Develop the use of writing in practical learning - note taking in practical activities, adding thoughts to process, creating class book on DT/ art projects, linking with work on food
Across all three terms SLT Book Scrutinies
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Developed linked texts for each Imaginative Learning project creating a staff library of texts for key themes
Across all three terms Spring Term 2019 Internal CPD JM to lead Cost of books - £500 budget
Develop the use of daily maths meetings to focus on core skills, e.g. time, numbers bonds, fact families, algebra, formulae, data handling etc.
Spring Term 2019
Further develop a mastery maths curriculum across EYFS including monitoring the implementation of the new Reception maths curriculum and develop the Nursery maths curriculum
Spring Term 2019
Develop maths linked to reading and writing to establish cross curricular depth - use story telling in maths to help generate context and purpose, maths linked to writing – how can I explain a skill in mathematics?
Spring Term 2019
Continue to develop the teaching of and provision for greater depth learners across the school by ensuring that quality differentiation, including questioning, provides challenge.
Spring Term 2019 SLT observations SLT Book Scrutinies
Redefining what greater depth actually looks like for all year groups in reading, writing and maths.
Spring Term 2019 Internal CPD
In depth question level analysis of KS2 2018 SATs and in house tests to identify any weaker areas of maths teaching across the school. Take necessary actions.
Autumn Term 2018 Spring Term 2019 SL to complete for SLT discussion
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Trial implementation of intervention program in mathematics. Priority to be given to disadvantaged children at risk of not achieving potential. Pre and post assessments to evaluate impact on outcomes across the school.
Autumn Term 2018 Spring Term 2019 Cost of program approx. £2000 across 3 years
Targeted CPD for specific areas of mathematics, such as the use of manipulatives to teach mathematical concepts and for TAs to develop ‘in the moment’ intervention and classroom support
Spring Term 2019 Internal CPD
Following on from Pupil Progress Meetings, and at key points during the year, monitor progress across the school to ensure targeted percentages are on track to be achieved – to include data analysis (progress of boys/ girls/ Ever 6/ SEN), observations and work scrutiny. Reallocate support to specific children where necessary
Across all three terms SL to lead data analysis AM to monitor PPG learners SLT and SENCo to ensure provision
Develop high quality CPD for TAs and LSAs along same lines as teachers – identified opportunities, externally and internally led, meeting the needs to the SIP and staff appraisals, etc.
Across all three terms BJ and NM to lead Other staff to run training for TAs and LSAs
Updating visualisers in remaining classrooms to further develop real time cross curricular capabilities
Autumn Term 2018 Cost awaited
Work with new SENCo to ensure quality of provision for children with SEND continues to develop and improve, including key tasks:
Monitor impact of provision
Across all three terms SL to support
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Support teachers in differentiated teaching methods appropriate for individual children
Monitor and support teaching and learning of SEND children with newly introduced class support plans
Provide further opportunities for peer observation and lesson studies. Continue to embed reflection diaries and link reflections to CT appraisal.
Spring and Summer Terms 2019 SLT to coordinate
Create development plans for class teachers in the drive to improve, focused on being better than good. To include release time for SLT to support with observations and feedback
Across all three terms SLT to coordinate Release time – 3 days £540
CONFIRMED DATES FOR GOVERNORS TO MEET WITH SIP TEAM LEADERS
INITIAL MEETING DATE: FOLLOW UP MEETING DATE:
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STRATEGIC AIM
Promote and develop a creative, broad and balanced curriculum
which shows progress in skills across the school
which focuses on the engagement and enjoyment of the learner
SIP TEAM LEADER
Rebecca James
SIP MIDDLE LEADER
Becky Lee
GOVERNOR LEAD
KEY OFSTED AREAS
The Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment/ The Outcomes for Children/ The Effectiveness of Leadership and Management
INITIATIVES IMPLICATIONS – WHO, WHEN, HOW
MUCH? IMPACT ACTIONS FOR GOVERNING BODY
Refine assessment framework for Years 1 – 6 for all foundation subjects to ensure that assessment is being carried out effectively and consistently throughout the school
Autumn Term 2018 Internal CPD Follow up activities
Further develop assessment framework to focus on the development of skills across all foundation subjects ensuring they are progressive from Year 1 to Year 6
Autumn Term 2018 Internal CPD Follow up activities
Collate data at the end of term to feed into planning for the following term and to add to foundation subject evidence base
Class teachers to complete data each half term BJ to collate and monitor planning and ensure clear progression through each Key Stage is in place
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Monitor use of Cornerstones and curriculum coverage through planning and book scrutinies
Across all three terms BJ to carry out book looks and planning scrutinies
Check assessment points for all year groups on yearly overview are balanced and achievable
Autumn Term 2018 Internal CPD
Full review of subject resources, creating a full inventory for foundation subjects prior to budget setting
Spring Term 1 2019
Planning for Artsmark – information search and analysis of process, application for programme
Autumn Term 2018
Create action plan for Artsmark to run alongside SIP
Autumn Term 2018
Develop art projects to support application for Artsmark. To include:
Work with the wider community – Big Draw event, parent skills audit, Tate Year 3 event
Create a collaborative large scale project
Develop digital resource bank
Across all three terms JN to lead BJ to support and coordinate £500 Artsmark
Develop music to support application for Artsmark. To include:
Develop use of music technology
Further develop music spaces in school
Develop opportunities for ‘rock band’
Continue drive to become a ‘Singing School’
Across all three terms LT to lead BJ to support and coordinate £1500 music technology salary for Jon
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Promote the teaching of outstanding science across the school. To include:
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants – science teaching and learning project with St Mary’s University
Science project with Grey Court to further develop teaching and learning in upper KS2
Lab in a Lorry
Reintroduce Gardening Club
STEM Ambassadors – visits and visitors
Focus on vocabulary progression
Link science to other subject areas – Big Question, orange book writing
Across all three terms TE to lead BJ to support and coordinate
Development of Foundation Subject CPD – selection of subject leaders to lead high quality, focused internal CPD to further develop teaching and learning in foundation subjects
Across all three terms BJ to lead and coordinate
Introduce Theme Teams and focus on cross curricular projects
to develop foundation subjects alongside core subjects
to celebrate cultural and religious diversity
to focus on houses and core values
Across all three terms Staff Teams to lead
Continue to develop outside learning and play spaces around the school to impact positively on teaching and learning
Across all three terms Longer term plan for Meadlands Drive play space SL to coordinate
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Year 1 and Year 2 outside learning space
Wildlife Garden and
Meadlands Drive play space
Furniture and resources – new budget 2019/2020 £1000
Plan a curriculum evening (focus to be decided) to provide parents with an insight into learning across the school
Spring Term 2019 BJ and JY to coordinate
CONFIRMED DATES FOR GOVERNORS TO MEET WITH SIP TEAM LEADERS
INITIAL MEETING DATE: FOLLOW UP MEETING DATE:
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STRATEGIC AIM
Further develop strong relationships across the school community
SIP TEAM LEADER
Jane Youness
SIP TEAM
Georgie Venn and Class Teachers
GOVERNOR LEAD
KEY OFSTED AREAS
The Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment/ The Outcomes for Children/ Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare/ The Effectiveness of Leadership and Management
INITIATIVES IMPLICATIONS – WHO, WHEN, HOW
MUCH? IMPACT ACTIONS FOR GOVERNING BODY
Investigate current thinking and research in behaviour policies and positive relationships
Autumn Term 2018 JY to coordinate
Redevelop the Behaviour Policy to focus on positive relationships between all stakeholders – children and children, staff and children, staff and staff, parents and staff
Spring Term 2019
Focus on strategies to promote the well-being and self-esteem of children and staff to ensure both stakeholders feel valued within the school community
Spring Term 2019
Revisit internal CPD on using the Restorative Approach to behaviour management
Summer Term 2019 Use SPARK credits or Grey Court TSA
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Review use of Restorative Approach in playground with SMSAs
Pre and Post Training - Spring/ Summer Terms 2019
Further develop the role of SMSAs in play activities in the playground
Autumn Term 2018/ Spring Term 2019
Review children’s involvement and independence in learning – is learning active across the school?
Spring Term 2019 JY to complete learning walks to focus on learning behaviour
Continue to build the information available for parents in school to support home learning. To include:
New Pathway to Spelling
EYFS Good Start, Great Start
EYFS Workshops
Year Group Reading Lists
Supporting maths learning
Across all three terms JY to coordinate Additional staff to support – BP, BL, AM, JM, SB
Revisit series of Parent Guides to encourage and support learning at home
Reading
Writing
Maths
Practical approach to calculations
Science
Assessment
Spring and Summer Terms 2019 To be completed and ready for September 2019
Plan a curriculum evening (focus to be decided) to provide parents with an insight into learning across the school
Spring Term 2019 BJ and JY to coordinate
Investigate external speakers for parents to support learning and development
Autumn 2018 Cost to be built into new budget
Create a plan to invite parents to half termly assembly to focus on celebration and Star of the Week – invitation only
Autumn Term 2 2018 JY to coordinate
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Redevelop the focus and structure for Study Club to become ‘invitation only’. Provide opportunities for House Captains and Vice Captains to participate and support.
Autumn Term 2 2018 BJ to coordinate
CONFIRMED DATES FOR GOVERNORS TO MEET WITH SIP TEAM LEADERS
INITIAL MEETING DATE: FOLLOW UP MEETING DATE: