Catering for Gifted and Talented Students
Policy Statement Sections: Identification; Professional development; Opportunities for students; Teaching and learning strategies.
Policy Statement for the Education of Gifted and Talented Students
This policy statement recognises that decision making in relation to provisions for gifted and talented students is a complex and interactive process.
The school principal, in consultation with parents, teachers, counsellors, and other appropriate personnel, has the prime responsibility for decisions in relation to the education of gifted and talented students.
- The school will identify its gifted and talented students.
- The school will provide professional development opportunities for all appropriate school personnel in meeting the learning needs of gifted and talented students.
- The school will provide an appropriate range of opportunities for its gifted and talented students.
- Teachers will make planned provision to meet the learning needs of gifted and talented students in their classes.