Reviewers Name: ……………………………………………… School Reviewed: …………………………………………….. Date: …………………………. Please record specific evidence from your observations and interviews that align with the following criteria. A suggested writing frame for your observations could be as follows: “I observed .... do ... (with detail), and students .... (what was the student response)” was evidence that ..... did … by ... As a result, the students ....” EVIDENCE is gathered through O – observation; C – communication; D - documentation Domain 1: Leadership and Management Whole School Leadership and Management Criteria Evidence Who? The school leader has a documented strategic vision and plan for the development of the school. Document required Observable poster Leaders The strategic plan is dynamic – it is regularly consulted and adjusted to address changing priorities. Document Report/sequence of reports L The school leader monitors and revises systems, and allocates resources so that students’ changing needs are addressed. OCD L The school leader clearly articulates models and facilitates the commitment to the school’s values for the entire school community. OC Assembly/staff meeting/interviews L The school leader ensures staff are appropriately qualified. D Staff qualification required L The school leader implements a policy of identifying, developing and training future teachers and education leaders. O - CD L The school leader is able to identify and address professional development priorities. CD T/L The school leader provides teachers with systematic processes for collecting, managing, and analysing data. CD T/L Criteria Evidence Who? The school leader uses data to determine strengths and limitations from the school’s performance results and sets challenging goals. CD T/L The school leader guides leaders at grade level and within subject frameworks in the CD T/L
2.3.4Teachers use effective intervention strategies and programmes to address underperforming students. CD T 2.3.5Teaching incorporates alignment across the grades and development across the subject areas (interdisciplinary approach) OCD T 2.4 Assessment Criteria Evidence 2.4.1.Teachers keep accurate records of student assessment data, and review performance at regular intervals to inform planning and teaching. CD T/L 2.4.2.Teachers provide feedback to students in a timely and defined manner. OCD T 2.4.3.School results across each grade compare favourably to those of previous years. D L 2.4..4Teachers use data to inform grouping of students where appropriate to promote learning. DC T 2.4.5Teachers use rubrics to scaffold skills. CD T Domain 3: Culture and Climate Site Criteria Evidence Classrooms display relevant learning materials and updated student work to enhance learning and celebrate student development. O T The school facilities and grounds are clean and well-maintained. O T Systems and structures are in place to ensure the safety and security of students and staff. OCD T/L Structures are in place to repair and maintain infrastructure, where and when possible. CD L Student Criteria Evidence Who? is evidence of this being an African school to ensure students feel a sense of belonging along with a conscious commitment by staff to promote and embrace this identity. OC T/L Students are committed to the mission, values, and vision of the school. OC T/L The school is committed to ensuring that there is a climate that is free from gender discrimination. OCD T The school aims to serve students from poor socio-economic conditions. CD L