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Learning Support Pupils are generally taught at their own ability level in groups, and on occasions individually, within the class. However, to ensure that every child achieves his/her full potential, extra provision may be made from time to time for those children experiencing specific difficulties. During Session 2012 – 2013, Mrs Wright will co-ordinate the provision of additional support in consultation with class teachers and external services. Assessment Children are assessed regularly in the classroom using formative and summative methods. Parents will be informed of progress in the end of year where teachers encourage pupils to evaluate their learning and identify both their strengths and also what they need to develop further. We believe this helps them to become reflective learners and helps start good learning skills for life. Details of our assessment policy can be found in Appendix 3. This session we have piloted Pupil Learning Plans. In their PLPs, the children set targets for their learning with their teachers. We also welcome your comments on your child’s progress. Pupil Learning Plans are available for you to see at our Open Afternoons and on Parents’ Evenings. Homework Policy This year our school is revisiting our Homework Policy (see Appendix 4). We have consulted with our parents, pupils and staff about homework tasks. As well as regular traditional homework activities such as reading, spelling and maths, we have trialled ‘Home Learning’ where you have the opportunity to help your child achieve a broader range of life skills linked to their learning. All parents can help their child by encouraging her/him to complete homework on time, and by checking the finished work with the child. A record of children’s homework is kept and is reflected in the child’s school report. Extra-Curricular Activities – Outdoor Learning Extra curricular visits and outdoor learning activities are a regular feature of our school life and enhance the children’s learning experiences. These range from local visits to the library, shops and local parks to places much further afield e.g. seaside, zoos, farms, etc. This session we have had football, drama, dance and fun clubs. The senior pupils take part in the annual Glasgow Orienteering event at Nether Pollok. Primary 7 have also taken part in our primary/secondary clubs which take place at Shawlands Academy. The school also participates annually in The Sportshall Challenge and Glasgow Schools Country Dancing Festival. P6 and P7 have the opportunity to participate in outdoor learning through the City Council’s Outdoor Learning Services and attending a residential visit to Blairvadach Outdoor Centre. Cuthbertson Primary School 16
Pupil Council In Cuthbertson we have a pupil council which is elected annually by class members The pupil council take on special projects, provide useful views on school matters and represent the pupils’ views in discussion with outside bodies. It is co-ordinated by Mrs Cozzo. Eco Committee Last session our school achieved our first Green Flag Award. Pupils from Nursery – Primary 7 and representatives from the school community meet regularly to pilot this initiative. This is co-ordinated by Miss Finlayson. Equal Opportunities and Social Inclusion In line with National and local council policies we aim to provide equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, social class and ability. We strive to provide an education which caters for the needs of all children by differentiated teaching in class, by early recognition of specific needs and addressing these and by the provision of a broad curriculum which recognises the contribution made by different cultures. We provide language support for our bilingual pupils and through our personal and social development programme and behaviour policies we seek to ensure a strong antiracist and non – sexist ethos within our school. It is the responsibility of the Head Teacher and Depute Head Teachers working with all staff to ensure that every child achieves his/her full potential through appropriate curriculum methods and materials. Race Equality Policy The Education Authority requires every school to produce its own Race Equality Policy to comply with the Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000. A copy of the policy is held in the school office. Cuthbertson Primary School 17
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