School Strategic Plan for
The Woden School
South Weston Network
2013-2016 (Amended)
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ACT Education and Training Directorate
School Context
The priorities in this plan were selected on the basis of the feedback and recommendations
outlined in the 2012 external validation report and further consultation with the school
community. Particular input was sought from the school staff and the School Board.
Since the previous external validation four years ago, the school has expanded to include year
11 in 2011 and further expanded to include years 11 and 12 from the beginning of 2012. This
has lead to the senior school trialing of the Award Scheme Development and Accreditation
Network project (ASDAN) and the implementation of endorsed Board of Senior secondary
Studies (BSSS) courses. An internal and external moderation process has been implemented as
part of these changes with the aim of future Year 12 students having the opportunity of
graduation from The Woden School with an ACT Year 12 Certificate.
Changes in the leadership of the school have been the catalyst for significant focus on the
environment as a secondary school. The change of focus provides students with ageappropriate materials for learning at the levels required – particularly in the context of the
Australian Curriculum. This, along with an emphasis on behaviour guidance rather than
management, is evident throughout the school.
Strategic Priority 1:
Provide an appropriate and relevant curriculum for students at The Woden
School.
Performance Measure
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The proportion of the mandated Australian Curriculum implemented for years 7-10
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The proportion of mandated curriculum for years 11-12 implemented
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The proportion of students graduating with an ACT year 12 Certificate
Key Improvement Strategies
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Embed BSSS endorsed courses into year 11 and 12 programs
Embed ASDAN courses into the school curriculum.
Further incorporate the Australian Curriculum into the school programs
Domains covered by this priority
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Quality Learning
ACT Education and Training Directorate
Strategic Priority 2: Improve pedagogical practice across the school
Performance Measure
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The proportion of teachers that indicate they get constructive feedback about their
teaching practice
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The proportion of teachers who are engaged in coaching and mentoring professional
learning
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The proportion of students who show progress in their learning outcomes using data
from standardised assessments and ILPs.
Key Improvement Strategies
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Develop and implement a sustainable model of coaching and mentoring across the
school
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Engage staff in professional learning around their own identified needs and the wider
school needs
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Embed assessment and evaluation tools across the school.
Domains covered by this priority
Quality Learning, Inspirational Teaching and Leadership, High Expectations, High Performance
ACT Education and Training Directorate
Strategic Priority 3: Community Involvement: Enhance community involvement and
recognition of the School in the wider community
Performance Measure
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Proportion of students whose ILPs are negotiated with their family
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Proportion of parents/carers involved in school activities eg. Parent/teacher nights
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Proportion of parents/carers involved in the P&C
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The number of organisations (Government or Non-government) that the school is
connected with to support student transitions
Key Improvement Strategies
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Increase communication with families and strengthen parent/community voice in
decision making in the school
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Create and promote opportunities for families to participate in school community
events
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Strengthen involvement with key stakeholders in transition processes and programs
Domains covered by this priority
Connecting with Families and the Community
ACT Education and Training Directorate