Creating the right atmosphere
Description
In this second programme of the series, top-rated Oaks Park maths department deals with a communication breakdown. One Year 11 student has been taken out of a booster course designed to help him get a GCSE C grade in his summer resit. Course leader Raj Jutley is clear he must stay out but deputy head, David Dutch insists he's reinstated. Will the good relationships Stephen's fostered between the staff ensure that this difference is quickly resolved? Since the launch of the maths department in 2001, recreational maths has played a central role. Lunchtime chess and puzzle clubs, activities such as World Maths Day, as well as lessons involving student participation, encourage students to engage with maths. In 2003, Ofsted rated the maths department good but there was still room to improve. Stephen instituted a more open door policy so staff could observe each other teaching; he established clearer responsibilities for staff and tackled the issue of planning for the future.
Runtime
18 min
Series
Subjects
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
2008
Database
Alexander Street
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