Newcastle School for Boys Parent Handbook 2008 / 2009 |
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The Senior School - Gifted and Talented Programme and Support for Learning |
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GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAMME
At Newcastle School for Boys we aim to provide a demanding curriculum delivered by gifted and talented staff who have high expectations of and model excellence for students. Very able students are just as worthy of attention as others and are equally entitled to have their needs recognised, supported and challenged. We must reduce under achievement and nurture and develop talent. This talent may be latent and undetected therefore it is essential we are proactive. The school aims to provide equality of opportunity for all students to be inspired, motivated and enthused by an innovative curriculum that offers both enhancement and enrichment. Students are encouraged to be both positive and proud of their abilities and to feel valued and supported by all staff. A Gifted and Talented Co-ordinator has been appointed to ensure that the needs of the students are met. A policy is currently being written in consultation with members of staff.
SUPPORT FOR LEARNING
- Our Support for Learning team, led by Mrs Makey, provides support on a number of levels to individuals or small groups of boys who may find an aspect of the School curriculum particularly challenging. They may have an identified or suspected Specific Learning Difficulty or may need extra help for other reasons.
- Parents are kept fully informed of the support provided and are encouraged to be involved at all stages .
- Our Support for Learning Policy is included at the back of this Handbook.
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