Information evening held for parents of students on the GATE register at Cockle Bay School

1. Gifted and Talented Provision at Cockle Bay School 2009 Parent Survey Result 104 parents received the survey and 70.2% replied

2. Children and their learning is the focus of Cockle Bay School The self esteem and individuality of each child is important. They will be provided with opportunities to develop their initiative, independence and strengths. CBS Charter - Core Beliefs

4. Policy Statement Have you read the school’s Gifted and Talented Policy? Of those who responded 40% replied ‘yes’ 60% replied ‘no’.

5. Policy Statement DEFINITION Gifted and Talented children at Cockle Bay School are those who have talents or abilities or potential in one or more area where achievement is significantly higher than their cohort group. EXPLANATION Making ongoing provision for Gifted and Talented children is a matter of equity. It will help them to reach their optimum development and achieve emotional, physical and intellectual well being. Children with significant abilities can demonstrate a combination of outstanding ability and commitment in comparison with their peers. They often view their world in an original way and are able to offer divergent solutions to problems.

9. Website Have you visited the school website to find out how Cockle Bay School caters for the needs of our Gifted and Talented Students? Of those who responded 44% replied ‘yes’ 56% replied ‘no’.

11. Cluster Grouping Do you understand the meaning of the term ‘ cluster grouping’ that we are currently using when placing children in classes? Of those who responded 44% replied ‘yes’ 56% replied ‘no’ What is cluster grouping at Cockle Bay?

13. What is Differentiated Learning? At its most basic level, differentiating instruction means “shaking up” what goes on in the classroom so that students have multiple options for taking in information, making sense of ideas and expressing what they learn. Differentiation is teaching with planned intentionality to ensure maximum growth of each learner in , and hopefully beyond , essential learning outcomes.

14. What is Differentiated Learning? Process: Differentiating the opportunities for learners to process the content, ideas or skills which have been introduced. In school usually the activity choice. A sense making activity. Content: Diffentiating in response to a child’s readiness level, interests, or learning profile. Product: A long term endeavour to help students rethink, use and extend what they have learned over a period of time. Choice, even guided choice if necessary.

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