Our Values
At Eston Park School pupils are expected to:
- Be punctual and aim for 95% attendance or more
- Work hard, productively and at a good pace
- Show interest in their work, sustain concentration and to think and learn for themselves
- Apply intellectual, physical or creative effort in their work
- Acquire new skills and knowledge, develop ideas and to increase their understanding
- Treat others with respect, care and consideration
- Make the best use of the opportunities given to them and allow others to do likewise
- Get involved in the lesson and always try their best
- Come to lessons properly equipped
- Listen carefully to what others say
- Work well with others respecting them and the environment
- Know what they should achieve in their learning each lesson and over the course of the year
- Have a desire for continual improvement
- Take charge of their own learning for example by completing homework thoroughly and on time
In every lesson each teacher will make sure:
- Learning is made enjoyable to promote progress
- Positive relationships with students are encouraged
- Learning Objectives are shared
- There are high expectations and desired outcomes are modelled to learning activities
- Feedback on how to improve is provided
- A well resourced, calm, environment is created with a seating plan
- A variety of learning opportunities are provided to meet student need
Teachers will also:
- Use data widely to inform lesson planning and negotiate with students future outcomes
- Regularly involve students in peer and self assessment
- Use a range of ways to enhance student self esteem
- Employ a range of teaching styles and assessment strategies
- Promote independent learning and a desire amongst students for continual improvement
- Set regular homework providing prompt feedback on it
Education and the curriculum
Eston Park School provides an academic learning programme which is broad and varied but which has continuity and clear lines of progression.
Outside the classroom
It is our wish that every pupil be involved in as many activities as possible.
The school and the community
We believe firmly that we are part of the community and not apart from it.
School Aims
Our aim is to create a caring environment in which young people can learn and enjoy themselves in an atmosphere of security and mutual consideration.