IB Leadership Self Study - Philosophy 10-11-12

Please rate Peachtree Elementary's IB programme as related to philosophy and written curriculum.


  1. Who are you?
    Administrator
    Teacher
    Support


  1. 1. The school's published statements of mission and philosophy align with those of the IB
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 2. The governing body, administrative and pedagogical leadership and staff demonstrate understanding of IB philosophy.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 3. The school community demonstrates an understanding of, and commitment to, the programme.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 3a. The values of the Primary Years Programme as indicated in the curriculum documents have an explicit impact on the decision making and functioning of the school.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 3b. The school as a community of learners is committed to a collaborative approach to curriculum development.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 3c. The school is committed to a constructivist, inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning that promotes inquiry and the development of critical-thinking skills.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 3d. The school is committed to the Primary Years Programme as the framework for all planning, teaching, and learning across the curriculum.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 3e. The school demonstrates a commitment to transdisciplinary learning.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 4. The school develops and promotes international-mindedness and all attributes of the IB learner profile across the school community.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 5. The school promotes responsible action within and beyond the school community.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 6. The school promotes open communication based on understanding and respect.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 7. The school places inportance on language learning, including mother tongue, host country language and other languages.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 7a. The school makes provision for students to learn a language, in addition to the language of instruction, at least from the age of seven. Schools with two languages of instruction are not required to offer additional languages.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 7b. The school supports mother tongue and host country language learning.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 8. The school participates in the IB world community.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 9. The school supports access for students to the IB programme(s) and philosophy.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)


  1. 9a. The school implements the Primary Years Programme as an inclusive programme for all students.
    Initial (Introducing)
    Developing (Trying)
    Practicing (Doing it regularly)
    Masteful (Consistently doing it well)





Ayun Kwon
Peachtree
Norcross, GA