Expectations

To arrive on time to both the Academy & lessons
To not use their mobile phone after crossing the line into the academy
To come fully equipped and prepared to maximise their learning opportunities;
To be engaged and not passive in their learning;
To work effectively and purposefully in a range of contexts;
To be prepared to share their learning and ideas in an atmosphere of trust;
To ask questions where appropriate – of each other and the teacher;
To support one another, working collaboratively, recognising the contributions of all;
To undertake self-assessment or peer assessment with some confidence, becoming increasingly able to apply the criteria for success and to set appropriate targets for improvement;
To know where to go for help and recognise that further progress can always be made;
To develop resilience in approaching problems and new learning challenges;
To be able to select appropriate learning resources to help develop their own learning;
To work with increasing independence, developing the skills to become lifelong learners;
To make effective use of ICT to develop their learning, accessing a wide variety of sources and using appropriate methods to present their work;
To act on all assessment, marking and feedback;
To use initiative and develop more independent learning;
Complete homework on time and to the best of their ability.

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