Strategic Planning in Schools
What strategic planning in schools means
Vision, mission, SWOT analysis, objectives and school improvement planning.
Worked example
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A school’s mission statement describes its:
- Core purpose and what it does
- Annual budget
- Timetable
- Staff list
Working: The mission states why the organisation exists; the vision describes the desired future state.
Curriculum and exam alignment
Curriculum notes are a general guide to where this work normally sits. Always check the syllabus your school or examination body is currently using.
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