26 November 2018

PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY

by Ms Cook-Casey, Mr Scaife and Ms Eriksson

This week Dr O'Connell received the two official reports from the IBO following our Evaluation visits. We were delighted that there were no 'matters to be addressed' and many commendations and some recommendations for our delivery of the Diploma Programme and the Middle Years Programme. Examples of the commendations are:

  • The school has a stimulating learning environment based on understanding and respect throughout the school community
  • The College is commended for its commitment to IB professional development over and above that required by the IB in many cases.
  • The College is to be commended for its very good physical and virtual facilities for all subjects.
  • The College is commended for having a well qualified IB DP teaching staff with a wide range of experiences.
  • The College is to be commended for making changes in the library area which better support IB DP students with their hard copy and electronic resources and places to work and relax.
  • The College is commended for appointing an Extended Essay Coordinator and providing time for the role, allowing her to set up an excellent site on the school network for all to use.