Western Springs College
Strategic Plan 2010
Goal One
To attain the highest academic, cultural and sporting standards of student achievement
This will be achieved by:
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improving academic results at all levels |
| b) |
improving academic results for Maori students at all levels |
| c) |
improving Pacific student leavers’ qualifications |
| d) |
improving boys’ achievement at all levels |
| e) |
catering for the needs of gifted, talented and very able students |
| f) |
reviewing and strengthening careers education |
Goal Two
To provide quality teaching across all curriculum areas
This will be achieved by:
| a) |
providing learning experiences which enable students to develop the competencies and dispositions of independent lifelong learners |
| b) |
using assessment data to inform teaching and learning strategies |
| c) |
improving teaching practice through appraisal processes oriented towards the use of effective pedagogies |
| d) |
using the language of the Key Competencies in reporting |
Goal Three
To develop a safe, inclusive staff teaching and student learning environment
This will be achieved by:
| a) |
provide the training and opportunities to develop student leaders’ skills and facilitate their contribution to the school and wider community |
| b) |
strengthen student participation in the ongoing development of a safe and healthy school culture |
| c) |
raising awareness and developing ownership of WSC Safe School philosophies, policies and practices |
Goal Four
To provide a learning environment enhanced by up-to-date educational facilities and services
This will be achieved by:
| a) |
providing students and staff with modernised teaching and learning facilities |
| b) |
bring grounds conditions up to an acceptable standard |
| c) |
embedding sustainability practices |
Goal Five
To strengthen school-home and school-community partnerships
This will be achieved by:
| a) |
ensuring informative and timely school-home communication |
| b) |
working in partnership with parent groups |
| c) |
maintaining WSC as the first choice school for a majority of local families |
| d) |
encouraging community pride in the performance of the local college |
| e) |
developing international educational and cultural links in the global community |
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