Gifted and Talented Learners Produced as part of the Partnership Development Schools (PDS) Strategy Phase (Lead PDS: The Park Community School. Contact Chris Ley
“Identifying gifted and Talented learners- getting started” May 2008 “Children and young people with one or more abilities developed to a level significantly ahead of their year group (or with potential to develop those abilities” DCSF 2008
When does the process of identification start? How many pupils in our school population? Just intellectual gifts? What about talents in the Arts and Sport? Are social abilities included? Is it a “one off” process? The school policy
Primary Transfer KS2 SATs and liaison notes CATs tests V, Q, NV Reading and Spelling screening Classroom observation Achievements outside of school at local and National or International level YELLIS Head of House recommendation for social skills
September – Testing October – Analysis of data November – Curriculum Council approval December – Departments’ contribution January – New G and T register February to July – Ongoing review Holidays – Enrichment activities
The Leading Teacher Handbook (DfES) Happy Puzzle Company Aim Higher events AS Critical Thinking Skills Kilve Court Residential experiences SW Gate Excellence Hub Financial assistance