The Glen Eira 5 – A College Vision

The following set of protocols encompasses what our college community strives to achieve.

5 promises teachers make to our students;

• maintain a safe learning environment
• know how you learn and what direction your learning should take
• make classes engaging
• listen, encourage and support
• involve the wider community in your learning

5 promises staff make to one another;

• share resources
• support one another
• work collaboratively to improve student learning
• be consistent in applying policies
• learn from one another

5 characteristics you will see in our teaching;

• differentiate teaching and learning to support and challenge the full range of abilities
• structure lessons according to SABRE
• be innovative and reflective
• be enthusiastic
• be accountable for improving student outcomes

5 things you will see from our students;

• seize opportunities to learn and participate
• be enthusiastic and motivated
• communicate and be respectful
• work together, acting responsibly and creatively
• direct their own learning through questioning and exploring

5 things you will see from our parents, carers and guardians;

• be involved and contribute to the broader educational program
• play an active role in the child’s learning
• support their children in achieving their learning goals
• promote the school values
• maintain open lines of communication with the school