Staff Professional Learning: Teaching Matters Summit

Earlier this week, Mrs Katherine Crouch, Miss Grace Kenny and Miss Brooke Haines attended a three-day professional learning conference titled "Knowledge, Truth, Freedom". This event was part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening teaching practices through evidence-based research.

A central message from the conference was:

“Memory is the residue of thought” – meaning that students remember best when they actively think about and review what they’re learning.
Another key idea was: “Knowledge must come before skill” – highlighting the importance of building strong foundational knowledge to support deeper learning.

Throughout the conference, teachers explored and shared practical strategies to enhance explicit and direct instruction in the classroom. These approaches help ensure that every student is engaged, focused, and learning in a safe, calm, and dignified environment.

They also reflected on the importance of setting and maintaining high expectations for all learners. By doing so, we create the best opportunities for students to grow in confidence and knowledge.