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School Development Plan

✅ School Development Plan (SDP) – Autumn 2025 to Summer 2028 Summary

Goetre Primary School’s School Development Plan (SDP) sets out a clear, strategic framework for school improvement over a three-year period. It aligns with the Education (School Development Plans) (Wales) Regulations 2014 and the School Improvement Guidance: Framework for Evaluation, Improvement and Accountability. [gov.wales]

📌 Vision and Context

The school’s vision promotes an inclusive, nurturing, and ambitious learning environment. Located in the Gurnos estate, Merthyr Tydfil, the school serves a community facing significant socioeconomic challenges. The SDP reflects this context and prioritises equity, wellbeing, and high standards.

🎯 Strategic Priorities

  1. Reading Fluency and Engagement
    Improve phonics, comprehension, and reading for pleasure through consistent teaching, targeted interventions, and community engagement.

  2. Curriculum Implementation
    Embed the revised Curriculum for Wales with a focus on coherence, progression, pupil voice, and authentic learning experiences.

  3. Assessment and Feedback
    Strengthen formative assessment and feedback practices to support pupil progress and responsive teaching.

  4. Multi-Agency Partnerships
    Develop a Community-Focused Schools model to enhance wellbeing, family engagement, and curriculum enrichment.

📊 Monitoring and Review

  • Termly Monitoring, Evaluation and Review (MER) cycles
  • Stakeholder feedback (pupils, families, staff)
  • Annual reviews and updates to the Governing Body

👥 Consultation and Collaboration

The SDP was developed in consultation with staff, pupils, parents, and community partners, in line with statutory requirements.

📚 Professional Learning

A detailed CPD strategy supports staff development across all priorities, including phonics, curriculum planning, assessment, and trauma-informed practice.

💬 Publication and Accessibility

Progress will be shared via newsletters, the school website, and parent meetings. The SDP is a live document, reviewed regularly to reflect evolving needs.