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Case study: The Effective Teaching and Learning Model

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The research-based Effective Teaching and Learning Model at St Mary’s CE Primary School is enhancing pedagogy, improving CPD, and boosting pupil outcomes. Headteacher Louise Stevenson explains
Effective Teaching and Learning Model: An ‘I do’ independent practice activity in an art lesson at St Mary's CE Primary School (all images: supplied)

St Mary’s CE Primary School, nestled in the heart of Truro, Cornwall’s only city, is a single-form entry school dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience. Central to this commitment is our Sunrise Curriculum, a cornerstone of our pedagogical approach, designed to meet the unique needs of our pupils.

Drawing on a range of educational research, including Barak Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction (2012), our curriculum refines how lessons are structured and delivered, with the goal of ensuring that every child receives the best possible support throughout their learning journey.

Building on this foundation, St Mary’s Effective Teaching and Learning Model has been crafted to translate these principles into consistent, impactful classroom practices. The model focuses on strategies such as structured lesson sequences, live modelling techniques, and rigorous checks for understanding – all of which are integral to driving pupil success.

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