Ideally, the school will know a child’s learning needs. It is important for teachers to use data from regular formative assessments to plan programs that support each child’s individual growth. Formative practice means attaining continuous feedback to evaluate and help a student in their learning journey. It answers three key questions: what is to be learned, how is learning progressing and what will be learned next?
Look out for: Attitude shifts (especially towards school or peers)
Picking fault (with themselves and/or their school)
At MLC, our educators focus on continual monitoring as it enables schools and parents to address individual learning needs and provide targeted support.
Physical symptoms (stomach aches, headaches, feeling unwell)
Trouble with homework Behavioural problems (sudden outbursts, aggression, low mood, withdrawn)
Secrecy (especially about their school day or what they learned in class)
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