Bryan Slater

Director of Education

Distribution

All Norfolk Schools

This document needs your action as detailed below:

ACTION

Title

Norfolk Learning Statement

Summary of contents

The letter introduces the Norfolk Learning Statement. It explains its rationale and structure which was developed after extensive consultation.

Attachments – the Learning Statement and Certificate of Commitment.

Associated documents

Education Development Plan – Priority 5

Date

June 2001

Summary of action required

At an appropriate time to discuss the statement within the school community and make a commitment to these values and principles. Use the Learning Statement when policies and practices are being reviewed in the school.

To be completed by

Headteachers

LEA Contact

Fred Corbett

(

01603 223483

E-mail address

fred.corbett.edu@norfolk.gov.uk

Norfolk Self Review reference

The Norfolk Learning Statement underpins all 8 areas of the Norfolk Self Review.

1. How high are standards?

2. How effective is the school in developing pupils’ attitudes, values and personal development?

3. How well are pupils taught?

4. How good are curricular and other opportunities?

5. How well does the school care for its pupils?

6. How well does the school work in partnership with parents?

7. How well is the school led and managed?

8. How well does the school use its resources?

Document reference

MI 120/01