PEDAGOGICAL
approach
At Avanti Grange, our pedagogical approach is a cornerstone of our commitment to delivering high-quality education.
Rooted in research and aligned with The Avanti Way, we strive to create a thriving learning environment for both staff and students.
Our approach centres on fostering positive habits, informed by cognitive science, that underpin teaching excellence.
The Avanti Habits of Great Teaching
Our Habits of Great Teaching form the foundation of classroom practice at Avanti Grange. These 12 habits encapsulate what exceptional teaching looks like in our context. They provide:
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A Shared Language: For discussing and reflecting on best practices in teaching and learning.
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Consistency Across Subjects: Ensuring every student experiences high-quality teaching.
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A Framework for Development: Supporting staff growth through instructional coaching.
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These habits are categorised into two key areas: foundational habits and pedagogical habits.
Foundational Habits
Our foundational habits establish the conditions where a culture of learning can thrive.
These habits are universal and guide both staff and students in creating an environment conducive to personal and academic growth.
To ensure clarity and consistency, we have developed Foundational Norms, which articulate specific behaviours and routines expected across the school.
These norms support our mission of fostering a compassionate and spiritually inspired learning community.
Pedagogical Habits
Pedagogical habits focus on subject-specific teaching strategies that enhance learning.
They address the nuances of different disciplines while maintaining alignment with the shared principles that guide our school.
Pedagogical Norms are collaboratively developed within departments to ensure that subject-area practices are consistent, effective, and reflective of our high standards.
These norms ensure students receive a cohesive learning experience, no matter the subject.
Research-Informed Practice
Our pedagogical approach is underpinned by extensive educational research and proven frameworks. The materials we use include:
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Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction (Tom Sherrington): A guide to effective teaching that emphasises clear explanations, modelling, and checking for understanding.
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WalkThru’s (Tom Sherrington & Oliver Caviglioli): Practical, research-driven strategies for implementing evidence-based teaching techniques in the classroom.
Teach Like a Champion (Doug Lemov): A compendium of highly effective teaching techniques that ensure every student can succeed.
By integrating these research-based frameworks into our practice, we empower our teachers to deliver lessons that are engaging, impactful, and tailored to the needs of our students.
Commitment to Professional Growth
At Avanti Grange, we recognise the complexity of teaching and the continuous effort required to master it.
Our culture prioritises professional growth, with every teacher taking ownership of their development.
Through regular instructional coaching and collaborative learning, we ensure that all staff are supported to achieve excellence.
Our Vision
Our ultimate goal is to inspire spiritually compassionate changemakers. Through our pedagogical approach, we aim to:
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Foster curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
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Develop critical thinkers and reflective practitioners.
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Equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute positively to the world.
We believe that by leading by example, embracing evidence-based practices, and maintaining a culture of high expectations, we can prepare students to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Our Purpose
Our Purpose is simple, yet profound: to inspire spiritually compassionate changemakers