My Perfect School by steven.milne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6 The Vygotsky \ Siemens Approach en-us 2020-10-06 11:53:54 UTC 2026-01-24 03:14:36 UTC hello@padlet.com School Philosophy stevenmilne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806314316 My school's philosophy will be based on a combination of Social Constructivism and Connectivism. These two learning theories will be at the heart of everything we do, along with the non-negotiable requirement for teachers to constantly strive in helping all children to feel included in all school activities.]]> 2020-10-06 12:04:16 UTC https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806314316 Social Constructivism stevenmilne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806454521 Children will be encouraged to work collaboratively in mixed ability groups whenever possible, allowing them to enter into discussions and debates and ultimately problem solve as a team. These group discussions will, at times, be 'Scaffolded' by the class teacher or other adults working in the classroom, (such as Teaching Assistants and parent helpers), however children will also be encouraged to support one another depending on the differing levels of knowledge and understanding that already exist within their group. By doing this the children with the greater understanding will cement their knowledge by assisting others, as well as provide them with increased social confidence and sense of pride. Whilst on the other hand children with weaker understanding will be supported in closing the knowledge gap in a natural learning environment, through open discussion with their peers.]]> 2020-10-06 12:52:24 UTC https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806454521 Connectivism stevenmilne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806457576 The School's philosophy will also be strongly linked to Connectivism, allowing us to adapt to the ever changing world of technology and teach children the different ways we all access information. Children will be encouraged to use technology to answer questions as well as to broaden their understanding of topics and subjects be taught in the classroom, this can be done either individually or in groups.

Advantages of Technology
  1. Technology allows for creativity & freedom of expression.
  2. Technology aids in socialisation and relationship building.
  3. Technology allows for independence and empowerment.
  4. Technology improves problem solving and perseverance.
  5. Technology enhances learning.
  6. Technology helps instil an entrepreneurial spirit
]]> 2020-10-06 12:53:15 UTC https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806457576 Inclusion stevenmilne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806460486 It will be of the upmost importance that all school employees are constantly striving to create a school environment which allows every pupil the opportunity to feel included in all activities.

"Inclusion is a basic right of everyone and its objective should be to embrace everyone regardless of race, age, gender, disability, religious and cultural beliefs and sexual orientation. When we have true inclusion, it is when we have removed all barriers, discrimination and intolerance. When implemented properly, it should make everyone feel included and supported, whichever environment they are in." (Lekh)

By having inclusion as our schools key philosophy it will advantage all pupils, not just those with SEN.

"Creating an inclusive environment will not only help those students with learning differences, it will also support those students who don’t have a learning difference by making them more aware, tolerant and understanding of each other."
(Lekh)]]> 2020-10-06 12:54:06 UTC https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806460486 Classroom Design stevenmilne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806610676 2020-10-06 13:31:41 UTC https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806610676 Teaching Attributes stevenmilne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806621844
  • Good Communication Skills
  • Well Organised
  • Patient
  • Resilient
  • Good Listening Skills
  • Friendly \ Approachable
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Well Prepared
  • Good Behaviour Management
  • Respectful
  • Knowledgeable
  • Able to Promote a Love of Learning
  • Thoughtful \ Self Reflective
  • Good Role Model
  • Adaptable \ Flexible
  • Good Goal Setter \ Motivator
    • ]]>     2020-10-06 13:34:19 UTC https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/806621844     Other School Priorities stevenmilne https://padlet.com/stevenmilne/mzgxjfxqdcq4kts6/wish/807224631
  • A Cross-Curriculum approach should be used when appropriate.
  • Outdoor learning will be encouraged whenever possible.
  • Children will be provided with the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports, this will be done through extra curricular clubs and also as part of a team representing the school. 
  • Children will be encouraged to express themselves creatively through the use of music, art and drama.
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