Reporting
This page gives more information on how the grades for independent learning and effort and engagement are calculated.
Jump to the section on Effort and Engagement.
Independent Learning Grade Criteria
4 - Proactive and Extended
- Consistently completes homework to an exceptional standard, going beyond basic requirements by researching deeper or extending the task.
- Thoroughly reviews previous feedback independently and applies it to improve work before submission.
- Manages time effectively to submit work well ahead of deadlines without teacher reminders.
3 - Reliable and Self-Sufficient
- Completes all set homework tasks on time and meets high quality expectations.
- Carefully follows instructions and acts on teacher feedback to refine work.
- Works independently to resolve difficulties before asking for help.
2 – Guided and Dependent
- Completes homework irregularly or only when directly reminded or prompted by staff.
- Submits work that meets minimum requirements but lacks depth or attention to detail.
- Requires teacher prompting or supervision to review and correct mistakes.
1 – Disengaged and Avoidant
- Regularly fails to submit homework or submits incomplete work.
- Shows minimal effort in home learning tasks, often ignoring instructions or past feedback.
- Makes little attempt to complete independent tasks even after intervention.
Effort and Engagement Grade Criteria
4 - Role Model and Deep Focus
- Demonstrates exceptional curiosity, active leadership in classroom tasks, and high resilience when facing challenging material.
- Maintains deep focus throughout the lesson, creating a positive learning environment that encourages peers.
- Arrives fully prepared with all necessary equipment and a proactive attitude to learn.
3 – Active and Consistent
- Stays focused throughout lessons, actively participating in class discussions and collaborative work.
- Responds positively to tasks, follows instructions prompt upon first request, and maintains good effort.
- Consistently arrives on time, fully equipped, and ready to engage.
2 - Variable and Passive
- Demonstrates inconsistent effort, requiring occasional teacher redirection to remain focused and on-task.
- Participates passively, rarely contributing voluntarily to class discussions.
- Occasionally arrives unprepared, lacking required equipment or learning materials.
1 – Disruptive and Unprepared
- Frequently off-task, displaying minimal interest or participation in learning activities.
- Distracts others and disrupts the lesson, hindering peer progress as well as their own.
- Routinely arrives late or without essential learning equipment