Listening to the Voice of the Learner
VOL activities are a set of pupil activities devised by the Diocese of Worcester. They are activities for Church schools which enable our pupils to contribute to the SIAMS process - the Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools. 'LISTENING TO THE VOICE OF THE LEARNER' has been developed to assist schools in the task of enabling pupils to contribute effectively to this self evaluation process and to allow the voice of the learner to be heard. The children take part in a VOL session every half term.
Here are some examples of quotes from different year groups when asked to share their feelings about how our school helps them to feel special and valued;
"The spirit at school makes me feel special"
"The teachers smiling at me when I hold the door"
"My friends make me feel special"
"Moving my peg up the Rainbow Chart"
"Getting certificates"
"Everyone makes me feel valued"
"Teachers listen to me"
"Nice friends and teachers make me feel special"
"Everyone cares for you"
"Not everyone has a school like this"
"I learn new things every day"