IB/CIS UPDATE

As you know we have the IB/CIS review visit in November of this year.  This visit is to ensure that we meet the many standards and indicators set by both the IB/CIS as part of their comprehensive and strict accreditation process.   In December, 2012 we started what is called the “self study” which requires us to deeply reflect on what we are doing in all aspects of school life.  We have almost completed the CIS component of the review which focuses on guiding statements (mission and vision), leadership and governance, staff, access to learning, school culture and partnerships for learning and operational systems (resources).

At our CPD day this coming Friday (remember no school for our children) we are starting the IB component of the review which focuses heavily on the curriculum.  All of the documentation needs to be submitted to both parties before the end of September so we are confident of finishing the review and preparing the reports within this deadline.

We have met regularly as a staff to review our practices, have sought student voice and referred to the most recent results from the ESF Stakeholders Survey to ensure we include all stakeholders.  However there may be a need to survey a random sample of parents in the coming months but if this is the case we will give clear guidance in terms of what is required and we promise to keep the survey short!

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