Bridge Pa School Charter 2015
Connect to the Past – Prepare for the Future
"E anga whakamua ai - Me titiro whakamuri"
BRIDGE PA SCHOOL CHARTER 2015
incorporating
Strategic Plan 2015 - 2017
&
Annual Plan 2015
Principal’s Laptop/Desktop/ Principals Stuff/Charters/ 2015 dated February 2015
School ID Number 2547
Bridge Pa School
Summary Statement
Location and Community Context
Bridge Pa is a small community approximately 15 minutes South of Hastings. It is surrounded by vineyards and Life Style blocks. The
community also consists of two Marae, one situated on Maraekakaho Road (Korongata Marae) and the other in Raukawa Road,
(Mangaroa Marae). It has a large congregation of Latter Day Saints, including a Latter Day Saints Chapel. There are also two Marae
based Kohanga Reo.
Bridge Pa School is a co-educational, State, Primary School whose parents choose to have their children educated at it because of its
uniqueness and character. Students come from a range of low to mid socio-economic backgrounds. Bridge Pa School caters for
students from Year 1 to Year 8 and has a Decile Rating of 2.
At present, the school has an Enrolment Scheme in place, which determines the amount of floor space the school is entitled to for
each student. The roll number is capped at 52. The school is able to take more students than 52 if it chooses to do so based on the
priorities listed in the Enrolment Scheme.
The school roll is essentially of Maori origin and primarily of Ngati Kahungungu descent. The school values all cultures and embraces
Maori culture, customs & etiquette. The school promotes the philosophies of Whanaungatanga, acknowledging the sacredness of all
individuals, family, hapu and iwi.
The students learn about, understand and appreciate the Treaty of Waitangi. As a partnership between the students, parents, staff
and board, the school believes that we will achieve together.
In April 2010, the building of a new school was completed to replace the existing school. The old school was completely demolished.
The School will celebrate its 50th Jubilee in 2017.
The school has gained access to the “Fruit in Schools” programme, “Breakfast in Schools” sponsored by Sanitarium and Fonterra, Milk
in Schools (Fonterra), the “Say Ahh” Strep A Screening Programme and recently a bike track and bicycles to promote pupils fitness.
All of these programmes are beneficial to the school.
Our Vision
Connect to the Past – Prepare for the Future
"E anga whakamua ai - Me titiro whakamuri"
Mission Statement
By connecting to the past, our pupils will have a better sense of who they are and where they have come from.
This awareness will help to develop them to become confident, connected, actively involved, lifelong learners of
the future
Our Motto
Tabloids 2014
New Zealand Curriculum
Our School
Values we support as a national direction, through
encouragement, modelling and exploration
Vision of the qualities Bridge Pa School students
will develop
as a result of our
Halloween
2014
influence and example during their years of learning and living in our school
and its community.
Excellence
aiming high, persevering
Innovation, inquiry, curiosity
thinking critically, creatively, reflectively
Diversity
different cultures, languages, heritages
Equity
fairness and social justice
Manaakitanga
Helping each other, walking the walk, awhi (support), active listening,
coaching.
Matauranga
Building on knowledge, learning new strategies/information, sharing
information.
Whakapapa
History of the Tipuna and the Waahi, making whanau links in the group, Mihi
and Pepeha.
Tikanga
Doing the right thing, playing by the rules
Community and participation
for the common good
Whanaungatanga
A sense of belonging, inclusiveness, participation
Ecological sustainability
Care for the environment, etc.
Kaitiakitanga
Protect our natural resources, look after our school grounds, plant fruit trees
and vegetables.
Integrity
being honest, responsible, accountable, ethical
The New Zealand Curriculum (2007)
Maramatanga
Understanding, can see the relevance of their learning
Tuakana /Teina
Experienced helping those less experienced, Senior Pupils/Junior Pupils
The school values were developed from on-going review and consultation with Teaching Staff, Community and the Board of Trustees
and reflect those on page 10 of the New Zealand Curriculum. These values shape how we behave and interact at Bridge Pa School.
Through on-going reflection and review the school ensures they are encouraged, modelled and explored in all school practices and
programmes.
Our School Values
Summary of National Education Priorities
1. Success for All
All Years 1 – 10 students will be given the opportunity to gain the Knowledge, Principles, Key
Competencies and Values identified in the New Zealand Curriculum.
2. Safe Learning Environment
Schools will provide a safe physical and emotional environment for all students.
3. Improving Literacy & Numeracy
Schools will place priority on improving student achievement in literacy and numeracy especially in Years 1-4. Special emphasis will be
placed on students whose further education may be at risk through under achievement in literacy and or numeracy.
4. Better Use of Student Achievement Information
Schools will gather sufficiently comprehensive assessment evidence, schools will improve outcomes for students who are not
achieving, or at risk of not achieving, or have special learning needs.
5. Improving Outcomes for Students at Risk
Drawing on dependable assessment evidence, schools will improve outcomes for students who are not achieving, or are at risk of not
achieving or have special learning needs.
6. Improving Maori Outcomes
Schools will work with Maori Communities to plan, set targets for, and achieve better outcomes for Maori students.
7. Providing Career Advice
Schools will provide career education and guidance in Year 7 and above. Special emphasis will be placed on Career Guidance for atrisk students who are unprepared for the transition to the workplace or further study.
8. Reporting
Schools will report to students and parents on the achievement of individual students and to the school’s community on the
achievement of students as a whole against the National Standards.
National Education Priorities
At Bridge Pa School we meet the NEP’s by
 Success for all (NEP 1)
Any Value Added success is celebrated.
Programmes of work set at the appropriate level.
 A Safe Learning Environment (NEP 2)
Pupils are encouraged to take risks in their
learning.
Whanaungatanga & Manaakitanga are
encouraged throughout the school
 Improving Literacy & Numeracy (NEP 3)
Majority of school programme is aimed at
improving Literacy & Numeracy.
Reading Recovery in 2015
Accelerated Learning in Maths (ALIM) in 2015
 Better Use of Student Achievement Information
(NEP 4)
 Achievement Data used to inform teachers
planning and Teacher Inquiry.
 Achievement Data used to report to the BOT &
Community
 Achievement Data used for Individual Education
Plans (IEPs) and referrals to Outside Agencies.
 Allocation of Resources.
 Improving Outcomes for Students at Risk.(NEP 5)
Work set at appropriate level. Ability groups.
Individualised Education Plans.
Appointment of SENCO.
Use of RTLB’s, RT LIT, Group Special Education
 Improving Maori Outcomes (NEP 6)
Develop Culturally Responsive procedures within
the school.
Use of documentation such as Ka Hikitia and Te
Tàtaiako.
Practice & implement our Maori Values within the
school and community.
 Providing Career Guidance (NEP 7)
Senior Class Career Guidance Booklet that
identifies their personal qualities
 Reporting (NEP 8)
Board Meetings, Newsletters, Written Reports
against the National Standards (twice a year),
Parent Interviews, Student Led Conferences
Statement of Intent: Maori Students
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Ensure the school’s operations reflect New Zealand’s cultural diversity and the unique position of the Maori culture and all
cultures within the school and provide instruction in Tikanga Maori and Te Reo Maori for all students - and in particular for
those parents who may request that the school do so.
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The board will consult with our Maori community by way of meetings (where necessary), newsletters, reporting at both
Board and community levels to Maori about schools policies, plans and targets for improving Maori achievement
The unique position of the Maori Culture
Ensure that Maori Culture is celebrated by the school by:
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The regular consultation with Maori as a prime stakeholder about strategic direction and programmes
Fostering of Manakitanga
Singing of National Anthem in Maori & English at each assembly.
Use of Kaumatua/Kuia as necessary.
Performance of Kapahaka & participation in the local Kapa Haka Festival
Use of Te Reo in the classrooms.
Karakia/Himene to start each day plus Karakia Kai & Karakia Whakamutanga.
Attending Local Marae as applicable including Tangihanga
Collaboration with local Kohanga Reo (Korongata & Mangaroa)
Powhiri to welcome new pupils and staff.
Participation in Hakinakina Sporting Events within our Hakinakina Cluster.
What reasonable steps will the school take to incorporate Tikanga Maori (Maori Culture and Protocol)
into the school’s curriculum?
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Refer to Ka Hikitia document for guidance.
Promotion of Ngaiti Kuhungunutanga through participation in the Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Cultural Standards.
Use of Maori language in programmes, signs, greetings etc
Regular Marae visit and study
Focus on Maori Waiata primarily Ngati Kahungunu)
Include a Maori dimension when appropriate in all curriculum areas. e.g. Matariki
Treaty of Waitangi awareness
Upskilling of staff
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Nga Taonga Takaro (Traditional Maori Games)
Consult other parents to gauge level of need
Board of Trustees discuss at meetings
Liaise with local schools such as Paki Paki Bi-lingual and Te Kura Kaupapa ki Heretaunga
Contact Correspondence School for individual programmes.
What steps will be taken to discover the views and concerns of the school’s Maori Community?
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Ensure that the Maori community is fully informed on the Strategic Plan highlights and relevant
changes.
Consult formally by survey, telephone and/or meeting as appropriate. If possible, use the Maori
community’s own process.
Community Hui as required.
Use of informal gatherings such as sports events
“Open Door” policy
2001 Education Standards Act Section 61,(3),(a),(ii) “A school charter must contain… a section that
includes the aim of ensuring that all reasonable steps are taken to provide instruction in Tikanga Maori
(Maori culture) and Te Reo Maori (the Maori language) for full-time students whose parents ask for it.”
Inclusive Practices
Our School will reflect Inclusive Practices
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Special needs students are participating, achieving and contributing to Bridge Pa School
A school-wide caring culture exists where students with high needs are integrated into a positive social environment, take part in the
extra curricular life of the school and achieve personal academic success
The Board will:
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Relevant changes and modifications are made to buildings and equipment as indicated by the specific requirements of students with high needs
High quality professional development is provided for teachers as well as for teacher aides
Make funding available from the budget each year, which will be channelled towards specific special needs programmes and support
The School will endeavour to:
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Identify those children who are in need of special assistance
Provide the time, resources and programmes to meet the special needs of identified children
Ensure that the principles of equity are addressed
Differentiate the teaching and learning programmes to engage students (including high needs, learning needs and gifted and talented)
Provide interventions for children with behavioural, social, emotional, learning, and health needs
Advocate on behalf of children with special needs to ensure that programmes are developed to meet their needs and abilities
Provide professional development to equip staff to meet the needs of our students (including high needs, learning needs and gifted and talented)
Ensure there is a good level of communication and collaboration between the school, whanau and external professionals (i.e. RTL&B, health
professionals, MOE – GSE, and CYF)
Provide quality Individual Education Plans (IEPs) that can track progress and achievement (and where applicable behavioural and social
achievements)
Provide effective strategies in place to support the students’ individual needs, including their language, culture and identity
Manage entry and exit transitions so that students can successfully be included and achieve
Undertake on-going self-review regarding inclusive practices to support further improvements
The school consists of –
 Senior Classroom (Year 5 to Year 8)
 Middle Classroom (Year 3 to Year 5)
 Junior Classroom (New Entrants to Year 2)
 Principal’s Office
 Receptionist Area
 Sick Bay
 Staff Toilet
 Disabled Toilet/Shower
 Staffroom/Kitchen
 Library
 Teacher Resource Room
 Teacher Preparation Room
External toilets at each end of school
Swimming Pool
Toilets/Changing Rooms
Basketball/Netball courts
Adventure playground
Physical Education Shed
Garage for School Van
Sports field, Storage shed, BMX Track
Caretakers Shed
Swimming Pool with Water Pump & Filter Room Shed
Bike Track and Storage Container
The school is fortunate to have an expansive grassed area and netball courts.
Work has been carried out in identifying hazards or unsafe areas and these have been removed.
Extensive landscaping has taken place including new lawns and gardens, “Poutama” paving stones,
new paths and Matariki Stars..
The staff is made up of:
Board of Trustees
Teaching Staff
Principal (Steve Driver)
Senior Class Teacher (Wayne Edwards)
Middle Class Teacher (Oriwia Tapine)
Junior Class Teacher (Bridie Horsfall)
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(in Senior Class)
Years 5 to 8
Years 3 to 5
New Entrants to Year 2
Support Staff
Office Administrator
(Rochelle Rose)
Teacher Aide/s
(Natasha Craig)
Cleaner
(Lesley Hilton)
Caretaker
(Stu Morrell)
School Van Driver
(Stu Morrell)
Pool Attendant (Summer months only) Stu Morrell
Dustine Sadler
Steve Driver
Bridie Horsfall
Whitney Ferris
Daniel De Thierry
Michelle Smith
Rochelle Rose
(Chairperson)
(Principal)
(Staff Rep)
(Parent Rep)
(Parent Rep)
(Parent Rep)
(Secretary)
Grass cutting (Group Mowing) and Rubbish Disposal (Waste Management) are under contract and reviewed on an
annual basis.
A wide range of outside agencies support the school. These include –
Public Heath Nurse; School Dental Therapists; Hearing & Vision Testers; Ministry of Education; School
Support Services; Massey University; Group Special Education (GSE); Department of Corrections; Resource
Teachers in Literacy (RT Lit); Resource Teachers of Learning & Behaviour (RTLB); Social Worker in Schools
(SWIS), Reading Recovery
Bridge Pa School
STRATEGIC PLAN 2015 – 2017
The Strategic Plan is a guide as to what direction the school will take over the next 3-5 years. It can
be changed as the need arises. It should be linked to the School’s Vision, which is “Connect to the
Past – Prepare for the Future”
Strategy One
BRIDGE PA SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN 2015 - 2017
CHARTER
STRATEGIES
INDICATORS OF
PROGRESS
Strategy One – “Connect to
the Past”
We know we are making
progress when:
We want our pupils to know:
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Pupils can recite their pepeha.
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who they are (Pepeha)
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Pupils can recite their
Whakapapa.
where they come from
(Whakapapa)
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History of Bridge Pa
Have knowledge of local
landmarks appropriate to Ngati
Kahungunutanga
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Local Myths & Legends
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Landmarks that are appropriate
to Kahungunutanga such as
Kahunranaki, Ngaruroro River,
local Marae.
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Pupils can use Te Reo Maori
language
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Aware of Kawa and Tikanga of
local Marae.
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School Values are evident
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2015
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2016
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2017
For 2015 we aim to Connect
to the Past by:
For 2016 we aim to Connect
to the Past by:
For 2017 we aim to Connect
to the Past by:
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Planting Native Plants along
Karewarewa Stream beside
Mangaroa Marae
Visit the Ngaruroro River and
learn about the Whakapapa
associated with it. (Senior &
Middle Classes)
Perform Mihi Whakatau for
new pupils and other
Manuhiri.
Survey community to see
what skills are available that
could be passed on to our
pupils such as Weaving,
Carving etc
Aware of Maori Kawa and
Tikanga
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Learn about the significance
of Matariki.
Continued use of Te Reo Maori
Language
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Participate in Hakinakina
Cluster Activities.
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Organise & host Tabloid
Sports for Hakinakina Cluster
in Term 4
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Promotion of Ngati
Kahungunutanga through
Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Cultural
Standards
Visit Mt Kahuranaki and learn
about the Whakapapa
associated with it. (Senior
Class)
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Learn about the
preparation and making of
a hangi
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Perform Mihi Whakatau for
new pupils and other
Manuhiri.
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Learn about catching and
smoking eels.
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Learn about Tangaroa
“God of the Sea”
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Participate in Hakinakina
Cluster Activities.
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Perform Mihi Whakatau for
new pupils and other
Manuhiri.
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Develop a School Song
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Develop a School Haka
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Learn about Native Trees
and Rongoa & “Tane” God of
the Forest
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Participate in Hakinakina
Cluster Activities.
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Matariki Activities
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Matariki Activities
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Visit local Marae to attend
Tangi and other events as
appropriate.
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Learn about the history of
Korongota Marae.
Promotion of Ngati
Kahungunutanga through
being a part of the Ngati
Kahungunu Iwi Cultural
Standards
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Promotion of Ngati
Kahungunutanga through
being a part of the Ngati
Kahungunu Iwi Cultural
Standards
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Review “Connect to the
Past” as part of the
Strategic Plan.
Strategy Two
BRIDGE PA SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN 2015 - 2017
CHARTER
STRATEGIES
Strategy Two – “Prepare for the
Future”
We want our pupils to be prepared
for the future by:
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Having an awareness of future
Career Opportunities (Yr 7 & 8)
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Being Literate
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Being Numerate
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Confident in their own abilities
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Be familiar with Information
Computer Technology (ICT)
and how this can be used.
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Knowledge of Kawa and
Tikanga Maori
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Use Te Reo Maori Language
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Be proud of who they are.
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Displaying the qualities of the
Bridge Pa Star Graduate
Profile.
INDICATORS OF
PROGRESS
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2015
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2016
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2017
We know we are making
progress when:
For 2015 we aim to “Prepare for
the Future” by:
For 2016 we aim to “Prepare for
the Future” by:
For 2017 we aim to “Prepare for
the Future” by:
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Provide Career Education for
Senior Class pupils.
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Provide Te Reo Maori language
instruction to every pupil.
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Provide Career Education for
Senior Class pupils.
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Provide Leadership
Opportunities
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Provide Leadership Opportunities
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Participate in Mihi Whakatau
(Karanga or Whaikorero)
Participate in Mihi Whakatau
(Karanga or Whaikorero)
Increase the number of pupils
that are achieving At or Above
the National Standards in
Literacy
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Increase the number of pupils
that are achieving At or
Above the National
Standards in Literacy
Increase the number of pupils
that are achieving At or Above
the National Standards in
Literacy
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Increase the number of pupils
that are achieving At or Above
the National Standards in
Maths
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Increase the number of pupils
that are achieving At or
Above the National
Standards in Maths
Increase the number of pupils
that are achieving At or Above
the National Standards in Maths
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Provide Leadership
Opportunities
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Purchase more IPADs for pupil
use.
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Participate in Mihi Whakatau
(Karanga or Whaikorero)
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Promote the use of ICT within the
school.
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Participate in Hakinakina Sports
Cluster of Schools’ events (One
per term)
Review the instruction of Te
Reo Maori in the school
Review the use of ICT in the
school
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Pupils are At or Above the
National Standards in
Literacy and Numeracy.
Pupils that are Below or
Well Below the National
Standards are making
Measurable Progress
Pupils can confidently use
ICT as a tool to promote
their learning.
Pupils talk about wanting
to have a career in
something that they would
not normally be associated
with.
Can use Kawa and
Tikanga as appropriate.
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Are able to speak basic Te
Reo Maori.
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School Values are evident.
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Promote our School Values.
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Promote the use of ICT within
the school.
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Participate in Hakinakina
Sports Cluster of Schools’
events (One per term)
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Use data to inform our
planning. IEPs as required.
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Be a Health Promoting
School
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Participate in Hakinakina
Sports Cluster of Schools’
events (One per term)
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Use data to inform our planning.
IEPs as required.
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Review Bridge Pa Graduate
Profile
Use data to inform our
planning. IEPs as required.
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Be a Health Promoting School
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Be a Health Promoting School
Vision: Connect to the Past – Prepare for the Future
Strategy Three
BRIDGE PA SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN 2015 - 2017
CHARTER
STRATEGIES
INDICATORS OF
PROGRESS
Strategy Three – “An Engaged
Community”
We know we are making
progress when:
We want to build relationships with
our community that ensure:
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We are the centre of a
supportive learning community.
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We know our pupils, their
parents, whanau and whanau
whanui as applicable.
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There are opportunities for
consultation that let us know
what we have done well and
what we could do better?
We share success through
regular special events.
The diversity of our school
community is acknowledged as
part of our sense of belonging.
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Parents or family members
are involved in the school
in an increasing range of
activities such as: Kapa
Haka, Sports Coaches,
Learning Opportunities,
Open nights etc.
A lack of vandalism
reflects the pride and
ownership the community
feels for the school.
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2015
For 2015 we aim to:
 Develop a Communication
Plan to strengthen links
with the community.
 Develop a Social Media
Plan to include: School
Website , Facebook and
Twitter
 Celebrate events such as
Matariki, Kapahaka
Festival, Whanau Day,
Hakinakina Sports
 Encourage parents to
attend our Student led
Conferences.
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Parents support the school
by enrolling their pupils
here.
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Strengthening links and
communication between
classroom teachers and
whanau of their students.
Establish Links with
Korongata Kohanga Reo
Have a Whanau Day at the
start of each year.
Whanau morning tea each
term
Introduce Mihi Whakatau to
welcome new pupils
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2016
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2017
For 2016 we aim to:
For 2017 we aim to:
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Implement Communication
Plan
Maintain Social Media focus.
Build on whanau links
Continue to strengthen links
with community and whanau.
E.g. Local Kohanga Reo,
Kura and Marae.
Have a Whanau Day at the
start of each year.
Whanau morning tea each
term
Survey community and
stakeholders to gauge
satisfaction and feedback.
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Review Communication Plan
Review Social Media Plan
Have a Whanau Day at the
start of each year.
Whanau morning tea each
term
Create a Graduate Student
profile.
Vision: Connect to the Past – Prepare for the Future
Strategy Four
CHARTER
STRATEGIES
Strategy Four – School Culture
We want a staff that:
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Demonstrates positive relationships
with pupils.
Captures the ‘magic’ of teaching.
Engages in the School’s Vision &
Mission in programmes across the
school and in action.
Creates engaging, challenging &
effective learning programmes.
Constantly and honestly reflects on
personal performance and
effectiveness.
Is responsive & adaptable to the
diverse needs of our learners.
Provide positive, clear leadership &
direction to other staff members &
community of learners.
Is part of a reflective, trusting &
sharing collaborative team.
BRIDGE PA SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN 2015 - 2017
INDICATORS OF
PROGRESS
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2015
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2016
We know we are making
progress when:
 Teachers convey that they
are happy, feel supported
and valued.
 Pupils are happy,
achieving and participating
fully in the wider school
curriculum
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Performance Appraisals
used to identify
Professional Development
opportunities.
For 2015 we aim to:
 Link Teaching As Inquiry
projects to school focus
areas and developing
reflection.
 Link appraisals to
Professional Development
requirements.
 Use Evernote to record
teacher’s own personal
journey and provide
evidence against Teacher
Register Criteria.
 Set personal development
goals that reinforce the
desired Culture in our
school.
 Use the ‘School Culture’
descriptions as part of the
key criteria for making any
future teaching
appointments.
 Foster Staff collaboration
 Foster Professional
Learning Conversations.
For 2016 we aim to:
 Foster staff collaboration.
 Review Behaviour
Management Plan. Apply to
do PB4L as a Staff.
 Continue to use the ‘School
Culture’ descriptions as part
of the key criteria for making
any future teaching
appointments.
 Look for Leadership
Opportunities through
Professional Development as
applicable.
 Celebrate SUCCESS in
teaching.
 Provide Professional
Development opportunities for
Support Staff.
ANNUAL PLAN
GOALS 2017
For 2017 we aim to:
 Review Appraisal process to
see whether it is robust and
rigorous.
 Review our School Culture
qualities.
 Provide opportunities to
communicate effectiveness
and impact as Teacher as
Inquiry projects.
CURRICULUM – NAG 1
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Localise School Curriculum (Vision)
Monitor student reading achievement
Provide targetted reading instruction to
the lowest achieversin each class.
Continue to gather & analyse Maori
achievement data.
Provide Te Reo Maori
Numeracy – Strategy Development
Literacy – Writing Focus
Focus on feedback to students. Use of
highlighter marking “Think for Pink” “Go
for Gold”
Student Led Conferencing
Identify and support Gifted and talented
students
Development of Physical Education
Programme
Coverage of all curriculum areas over
three year cycle
Curriculum Achievement Plan
Review the use of Key Competencies
Provide EOTC opportunities
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BRIDGE PA SCHOOL - ANNUAL PLAN 2015
NATIONAL STANDARDS
NAG 2A
a.
2 x Written Reports in plain
language to the community on
student achievement in
Numeracy/Literacy against the
National Standards.
b.
Report school level data in the
BOT’s Annual Report under the
following headings:
School Strengths & Areas for
Improvement.
Basis for identifying areas for
improvement; and
Planned actions for lifting
achievement.
Report in the BOT’s Report on:
Numbers of pupils Above, At
Below, Well Below the
National Standards including
Ethnicity and Gender
c.
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Update Charter & Strategic Plan
Use School Documents to review
Policies
Curriculum Plan/Statements
Staff Development
Assessment Procedures
Health Consulatation with parents
FINANCE
NAG 4(a)
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Maintain budgetary control of
spending
Monthly Reports to BOT
Annual Audit
Draft budget (Oct)
Compliance with audit
requirements
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PERSONNEL
NAG 3
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Revise Staff Appraisal Documents to
include new criteria.
Job descriptions & Individual Contracts
as applicable.
Be a Good Employer
Provide Professional Development for
all staff as required.
Use of Teacher Inquiry Model
TARGET ONE
To increase the number of
students achieving at or above
the National Standard for
WRITING.
HEALTH & SAFETY
NAG 5
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Health Promoting School
Active Schools Programme
Identify & remedy hazards around
the school
Consultation with community (2 yearly)
Conduct fire & earthquake drills.
Use School RAM Sheets for trips
outside the school.
TARGET TWO
To increase the number of
students achieving at or above
the National Standard for
NUMERACY.
Pupils who have been at school
for less than one year are not
included in the above figures as
the first reporting cycle using
National Standards is “After One
year” at school
ADMINISTRATION LEGISLATION
NAG 6
 Code of Compliance
 Maori Consultation
 Charter
 Attendance
 Roll Return
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
PLANNING & SELF REVIEW
NAG 2
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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
TARGETS – 2015
PROPERTY
NAG 4 (b)
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5 FYA & 10 Year Property Plan
Property Maintenance
Compliance – buildings
Complete Safety Manual
New Sandpit
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NAG 7
Annual update of the school
charter by 1st March
NAG 8
An analysis of any variance
between the school's
performance and the relevant
aims, objectives, directions,
priorities, or targets set out in the
school charter at the same time
as the updated school charter
provided to the Secretary for
Education under NAG 7.
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Fortnightly Newsletter
Visit local Marae
Student Led Conferences
Formation of Student Achievement
Function (SAF) Change Group.
 Develop School Website & Facebook.
 Planting Native Plants at Karewarewa
Stream.
 Investigate ways of interacting with and
receiving feedback from Maori
community.
 Attendance at Sporting & Cultural
Events.
 Liaison with local Kohanga Reo.
 Written Reports x 2 against National
Standards.
 Open Door policy
 Reading Together Programme
“Connect to the Past – Prepare for the Future” E anga whakamua ai – Me titiro whakamuri
Bridge Pa School – Annual Targets 2015
Improvement Plan – Domain: Student’s Learning
Strategic Goals:
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Improve outcomes for all students, particularly Maori and children with Special Needs.
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Accelerate progress of students performing below expectations
Annual Goal:
Accelerate progress of students performing below
expectations in Writing.
Annual Target: To increase the number of pupils achieving at or above
the National Standard for WRITING.
Baseline Data:
National Standards Data for Writing for 2014 is as follows:
Above
At
Below
Well Below
1/48
19/48
18/48
10/48
2.1%
39.6%
37.5%
20.8%
Key Improvement Strategies
When:
What:
Who:
Indicators of Progress
Appointment of a SENCO
Principal
½ Fixed Tern Unit
Term 1 – Week 3 & 4
e-asTTle Writing Test (Descriptive Writing)
Classroom Teachers
Student levels identified
Term 1 – Week 5 (Staff
Meeting)
Marked e-asTTle Writing to Staff Meeting. Carry
out Moderation of randomly selected pieces or
Writing.
All Staff
Term 1 – Week 5
Record results on e-Tap
Data analysed
Principal/SENCO
Principal/SENCO
Data recorded
Targetted Students Identified
When:
What:
Who:
Indicators of Progress:
Term 1 - Week 7
Curriculum Achievement Plan (CAP)
Principal
Monitoring of Students Progress
Targeted Students identified and their needs
analysed. (links with Learning Inquiry Model)
Teachers
Improvement for Students and Teacher
Practice
What outside agencies can be used?
Preparation of IEPs
Term 2/Term 3/Term 4
Principal/SENCO
Teachers/SENCO
Utilised within the school
Teachers, SENCO &
Principal
Parent /Teacher/ RTLB/ SENCO
Involvement
Teacher Inquiry Plan used throughout the
school by all teachers
Monitor Targetted Students . Use Teacher Inquiry
Plan to reflect on own Teaching Practice.
All Teaching Staff
Staff Meetings will have a bigger and more
productive Literacy Component in them. Eg,
Moderation, Professional Learning Conversations,
Sharing of Knowledge etc
Principal/SENCO
Liaise with RTLB & RT Lit as applicable
Principal/SENCO
Report to BOT each Term
Principal
Finding authentic purposes for writing and
authentic audience for writing.
Teachers
Linking writing to reading and writing across the
curriculum.
Teachers
Improve attendance of some pupils.
Improve relationships with whanau and
community.
Principal
All Staff
Monitoring (How are we going – Check every Term) (Where are the gaps? What needs to change?
Resourcing:
RTLB Funding if available, Literacy Budget, PD Budget, Use of RT Lit
Improved Teacher Pedagogy, Improved
teacher Practice, Improved outcomes for
students.
Working with students in the school.
Better Student Outcomes
Better Student Engagement
Improved Readers & Writers
Improved Readers & Writers
Support from home for Teachers and
Students.
Improvement Plan – Domain: Student’s Learning
Strategic Goals:
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Improve outcomes for all students, particularly Maori and children with Special Needs.
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Accelerate progress of students performing below expectations
Annual Goal:
Accelerate progress of students performing below
expectations in Maths.
Annual Target: To increase the number of pupils achieving at
or above the National Standard for NUMERACY
Baseline Data:
National Standards Data for Numeracy for 2014 is as follows:
Above
At
Below
Well Below
0/48
24/48
17/48
7/48
0%
50.0%
35.4%
14.6%
Key Improvement Strategies
When:
What:
Who:
Indicators of Progress
Term 1 – Week 5/6
Maths Testing (PAT Maths, JAM, GLOSS, IKAN)
Classroom Teachers
Student Levels identified
Curriculum Achievement Plan CAP)
Principal
Planned actions for Students
underachieving
PAT Maths Testing to identify ALIM Students
Principal
Participation in ALIM in 2015. School wide Inquiry
Team for Maths.
Principal / Staff
Accelerated Progress by Targeted
Students
Use of Maths Mentor as part of ALIM.
Principal
Improved Teacher Practice
Targeted Students identified and their needs
analysed. (links with Learning Inquiry Model)
Teachers
Improvement for Students and
Teacher Practice
Teachers
Improved Teacher Pedagogy,
Improved teacher Practice, Improved
outcomes for students.
Term 1 and 2
Throughout the Year
Staff Meetings will have a bigger and more
productive Numeracy Component in them. Eg,
Moderation, Professional Learning Conversations,
Sharing of Knowledge etc
Use of IEP’s as required.
SENCO/Parent/
RTLB
Improved outcomes for Student
Improve attendance of some pupils.
Principal
Improved attendance at school
Key Improvement Strategies
When:
What:
Who:
Indicators of
Progress
Term 1 – Week 5/6
Maths Testing (PAT Maths, JAM, GLOSS, IKAN)
Classroom Teachers
Student Levels identified
Curriculum Achievement Plan CAP)
Principal
Planned actions for Students
underachieving
PAT Maths Testing to identify ALIM Students
Principal
Targeted Students identified and their needs
analysed. (links with Learning Inquiry Model)
All Teaching Staff
Improvement for Students
and Teacher Practice
All staff
Support from home for
Teachers and Students.
Principal/Teaching
Staff/Parents
Improved understanding of
Maths Strategies and
Knowledge
Improve relationships with whanau and community.
Maths evenings where parents and pupils work
together to solve problems.
Monitoring (How are we going – Check every Term) (Where are the gaps? What needs to change?)
Resourcing:
RTLB Funding if available, Literacy Budget, PD Budget, Use of RT Lit
APPENDIX A
SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 2015
The School Professional Development Programme will enable all staff to further develop their professional ability so
children may learn more effectively through improved teacher performance and teaching programmes
There are three main directions -
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School Direction – Use of Evernote to provide evidence of Teacher Registered Criteria
An individual Staff Performance Direction (Teacher Inquiry)
A Governance Direction
RELEASE ALLOCATION
If funding allows, it may be possible that all teachers will be able to be released for two days per term (CRT) so that
management, organisation and assessment activities can be carried out.
It is envisaged that Professional Development will be a major focus for teachers this year. Monies will be set aside
accordingly.
INDIVIDUAL DIRECTION
As part of the performance management structures teachers set their own development and performance goals for
2015 with the appraiser. These are specified with the job description and performance agreement
Charter Document ratified by the
Board of Trustees on Wednesday 25th February, 2015
Signed:
Dustine Sadler
Chairperson
Dated _______________
Signed:
Steve Driver
Principal
Dated _______________
Copy sent to the Ministry of Education
on Friday 27th February, 2015
Bridge Pa School
ANNUAL PLAN 2015