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Gifted and Talented

Every pupil at Ribby with Wrea matters, we are committed to the development and progress of every individual. We recognise that a number of our pupils are gifted or talented in certain areas. Our curriculum looks to offer every opportunity to enhance these talents and gifts through a broad curriculum with many extra curricular opportunities.

Our policy clearly states our aims ;

Aims

To develop a reliable strategy for identifying gifted, able and talented pupils at Ribby with Wrea.
To recognise those pupils who may have potential but are currently underachieving.
To support teachers in recognising the wide range of pupils’ talents and abilities.
To support and encourage the development of alternative approaches to teaching and learning which engage, extend and challenge able and talented pupils at a level appropriate to this ability.
To provide support and challenge in the classroom, within an ethos of high expectations.
To provide professional development opportunities for teachers and support staff.
To encourage a dialogue between parents, staff and pupils in respect of pupils’ talents, abilities and needs.
To share best practice with and forge links between other cluster schools.
To provide a supportive academic, social and emotional system which suits the needs of able and talented pupils.
To monitor the progress and evaluate the impact of developments arising from this policy. Do read our policy for more details.