Page 9 - Beacon Hill School Annual Report 2016-17

A Shared Philosophy of Learning and Teaching A Shared Philosophy of Learning and Teaching

Created by teachers and EAs - September 2016 6. We believe learning should be collaborative 9. We believe that the BHS community should foster
3. We believe learners thrive when there is a respecting everybody’s opinions and beliefs. strong partnerships between home, school and
1. We believe in fostering independent learners who balanced approach to learning. student, provide rich opportunities for collaboration
are motivated and confident to try new things and Therefore we will: and cater for the needs of all individuals.
welcome challenge. Therefore we will: • provide collaborative learning opportunities
• provide appropriate opportunities for students • promote whole body listening and develop social Therefore we will:
Therefore we will: and teachers to take ownership of their learning skills • maintain excellent communication links between

• empower students to play an active role in the • provide a variety of experiences that are • build learning environments where others’ views stakeholders
inquiry process relevant, challenging and engaging and cultures are respected and valued • model effective collaborative relationships
• value question over answers • deliver enhanced learning experiences that • promote the necessary skills for successful
• encourage learners to reflect on their strengths support different styles, abilities, needs and teamwork
and areas for growth in order to make progress strengths 7. We believe school environments should be an • develop strategies that respond to students’
• provide a range of problem solving strategies to extension of the wider world. They should be individual learning needs
enable students to take on new challenges stimulating, safe and comfortable, allowing students • respect and celebrate cultural perspectives
• provide a supportive yet challenging learning to explore and be creative. • encourage members of the school community to
environment that engages and motivate all 4. We believe in a curriculum that is a balance take a full and active role in the education of
learners between achieving shared outcomes and personal Therefore we will: our students
• encourage and celebrate courage and inquiry. • provide modern and safe learning spaces that
perseverance encourage creativity and exploration

• encourage students to learn from mistakes and Therefore we will: • promote the purposeful use of technology and 10. We believe our school should be a happy and
solve problems • ensure that personal inquiry is a significant and resources inclusive community where diversity in needs and
• adopt a growth mindset valued proportion of each Unit of Inquiry • give students and teachers opportunities to culture are valued.
• provide high impact opportunities that support grow their creativity and follow their passions
student achievement towards outcomes from the • Therefore we will:
2. We believe good learning prepares students written curriculum • ensure we cater to the needs of all
to understand that the choices they make impact 8. We believe good learning encourages guided • recognise and celebrate all cultures
themselves and others, both locally and globally. experimentation to develop creativity and maximise • ensure people feel

5. We believe in a dynamic and rigorous curriculum academic potential. valued
Therefore we will: that is connected to the needs and interests of the
• foster a respectful climate of free and open learners. Therefore we will:
discussion • provide educational opportunities to nurture
• support our students to be independent in their Therefore we will: curiosity
actions and thoughts • invest time in understanding our students’ • encourage personalised learning within a
• facilitate genuine life experiences that enable interests and the way they think meaningful curriculum
students to interact positively within their • design learning experiences which are new, fun
community and active
• instill an appreciation of the responsible use of • identify and enable learners to articulate the
technology essential elements across all areas of school life
• implement strategies to develop positive • revisit learning regularly to allow for

attitudes and a collaborative environment consolidation of skills and knowledge
• recognise that learning is lifelong