Bridgewater Primary School Presentation
Transcript: Bridgewater Primary School References: http://www.bridgeps.sa.edu.au/docs/BPS_Personal_%20Learning_%20Plan_2010.pdf http://www.bridgeps.sa.edu.au/docs/School%20Context%20Statement%202010.pdf http://www.bridgeps.sa.edu.au/docs/BPS_Info_Book_2013.pdf http://www.censusdata.abs.gov.au/census_services/getproduct/census/2011/communityprofile/SSC40067?opendocument&navpos=230 http://localstats.qpzm.com.au/stats/sa/adelaide/adelaide-hills/bridgewater http://myboot.com.au/5155/Bridgewater/demographics.aspx http://www.aedc.gov.au/ClientData/CommunityProfiles/2012_40120.pdf Education Value of Research References School Context: "Bridgewater Primary School staff and students are committed to lifelong learning that is relevant, enriched and passionate, and which uses the best of learning energies for everybody." Bridgewater Primary School is a government R-7 school. It has approximately 191 students consisting of 96 boys and 95 girls. 2% of the student population are from Indigenous backgrounds and 1% of the student population is from Language backgrounds other than English. There are 13 teaching staff (9 full time) The school has 7 studios (classrooms) The colour code is navy blue, pale blue and white. Children are involved in planning, monitoring and tracking their learning. Children develop personal learning plans Mathematics & English are core learning areas. Along with core learning areas children also participate in SAPSASA, South Australian Primary Mathematics Challenge, QuickSmart Maths and Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Project and Vegetable Garden. Community Context: Bridgewater is located approximately 17km from Adelaide According to the 2011 census: There were 3498 people living in Bridgewater, consisting of 1743 males (49.8%) and 1755 females (50.2%). 1606 Males and 1623 Females were Australian Citizens 12 people were from indigenous backgrounds 1420 Males and 1408 Females were born in Australia, 268 Males and 305 Females were born elsewhere 1632 Males and 1649 Females spoke English at home, 69 Males and 79 Females spoke other languages The average age of the population was 38 (1 year above the Australian average) According to 54.1% were employed full time, 36.1% employed part time, the unemployment rate is 4.1% The average income for individuals was $727/week (persons over 15), the average family income was $1754/week and for households $1489/week 456 homes were fully owned, 690 owned with mortgage, the average mortgage repayment is 1710/month 171 homes were rented, the average rent is $320/week Interesting Fact: 173 homes did not have an internet connection and 1120 homes had some sort of internet connection. Value of Research: This research has helped me to better understand the school and community of Bridgewater. I have gained insight into the cultures and backgrounds of Families with in the school including family make up, age and genders, income and work, religion and participation in society. This will help me to better understand the children and better provide support in their learning and development I believe that it is important to find out about the communities I am involved in. In creating students’ environment Bridgewater Primary School focuses on the development of: Autonomy and personal responsibility. Independent learning skills and willingness to take risks. Skills to be positively involved in decision making. A clear understanding of social, behavioural and learning expectations & logical consequences. Recognising self growth and minimising low self esteem. Primary School AEDI & NAPLAN aims to develop the individual as a confident, competent learner, a thinker, problem solver and a decision maker, who is aware of their own potential style and values. AEDI & NAPLAN: Bridgewater Assessment 1 Part B Community Context School Context
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