Tuesday, 23 November 2010

Parent Voice Thursday 18th November 2010.

Assistant Heads: Glynis Martindale & Cate Mallalieu-Needle.


Presentation : Flexible Learning

The new flexible learning environment in the English classrooms was explored.

The presentation and short film outlined and explained the new flexible learning arrangements in the English classrooms. These learning environments have been in place since September 2010 with plans for more rooms in English to be developed in the same way. Parents were given a tour of the rooms and explored the variety of learning options that students are able to use in their learning. The options range from high stools with work benches, traditional tables and chairs, bean bags and bright rugs.  Parents also saw the extensive sets of netbooks that students are able to use to support their studies.

In addition, parents were shown the student survey results which unequivocally support the learning environment and the very positive response from all students to this way of learning. The results from this survey are also attached.

Discussion

  1. Drinks in the Canteen
    • It was confirmed that fizzy drinks are not sold in the canteen.
    • The school canteen has a commitment to support students’ health.
  1. VIVOs
    • Parents requested greater consistency in the allocation of VIVOs.
    • CMN raised this issue with staff on Friday 19th November, and requested that staff ensure VIVOs are allocated to students; particularly those who attend after school events and represent the school.
  1. Vertical Tutoring
    • Parents requested that KS4 students are encouraged to support younger students more proactively in tutor time.
    • CMN to ensure staff are given this message with the results from the student survey.

  1. Weekly Quiz
    • Parents requested that the School considers making different classes/ Houses take responsibility for the weekly quiz to ensure that more/all students get involved with this.
    • CMN to discuss this with the Deputy Head who is responsible for the video quiz.
  1. Marking & Assessment
    • Parents requested greater clarity and consistency with the whole school marking and assessment policy.
    • CMN to raise this with the Headteacher.
  1. Acoustics for PTC
    • Parents expressed concern with the quality of acoustics during PTC.
    • CMN to raise this with the Headteacher.
  1. Maths
    • Parents had praise/appreciation for the ‘My Maths’ points/game which students had found very motivating & helped improve mental maths.
    • Parents requested more of this as they were disappointed when it had finished.
    • CMN to raise this with the Maths Department.
  1. Sixth Form
    • Parents requested further information/clarity on selecting options Post 16.
    • CMN to host a Post 16 evening in January to support/guide students in making appropriate choices & decisions.
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6 comments:

  1. Anonymous23 November 2010 at 05:29

    When will the next Parent Voice meeting take place?

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  2. Anonymous23 November 2010 at 06:46

    The scheduled dates are:

    Thursday 10th March 2011 6.30 - 7.30 pm
    Thursday 23rd June 2011 6.30 - 7.30 pm

    I am also hoping that parents will use this blog to ask questions / make comments more easily / readily.

    Cate Mallalieu-Needle

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  3. Anonymous30 November 2010 at 10:16

    Is it possible to come along to parent voice as just an observer? I don't have enough time to get too involved but am interested to hear what it is all about. Thanks

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  4. Anonymous1 December 2010 at 07:22

    You would be very welcome to come to 'Parent Voice' as an observer. We very much want to work with parents and actively seek parental views. We have 2 more meetings this academic year as dated above. The aims of these sessions are discussion / feedback / collaboration in our continued aim to keep moving the school forward. Thank you. Cate Mallalieu-Needle

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  5. Anonymous10 December 2010 at 04:51

    I assume at the meeting you will be reporting back about the issues mentioned but will these outcomes appear on the blog? I am particularly interested in the VIVO rewards and them being fair.

    It might be a good idea to discuss the fair opportunity of school trips across the school as there seem to be some for certain ages and then the next year these same trips are not offered to the next year group.

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  6. Anonymous10 December 2010 at 05:24

    My intention is to always follow up on the points raised at the meetings and I intend for the blog to be an honest / open account of the collaboration between parents / school.

    I have also noted your point about the equality / fairness of trip allocation and I shall ass that to the next agenda.

    Thank you very much for your comments / feedback.

    Cate Mallalieu-Needle

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