Smithycroft Secondary School

The GTCS Professional Values were active at the heart of the learning community at Smithycroft Secondary School.

These values are shared through professional relationships and collaboration based on trust and commitment to learners and learning.

Teachers described the school culture as empowering. Leadership of learning is strongly supported and encouraged, regardless of post or experience. Nurture and restorative practices are central principles for all learners and are at the forefront of all learning and teaching.

Professional reading groups and teacher learning communities engage with literature, which they use to critically inform practice and support ongoing professional dialogue across the school community.

The GTCS panel found a strong culture of professional learning across the school and with community partners. This is based on authentic relationships built through a culture where openness, trust, risk-taking and empowerment thrive. All members of the learning community feel valued and included.