B1:Organization
B1:Organization
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Section B1: Leadership and Structure
The school’s leadership and administrative structures ensure the implementation of the PYP
B 1.1: The school has developed systems to keep the governing body informed about the ongoing implementation and development of the programme(s).
Strategies/Actions:
The pedagogical leadership team meets the governing body regularly to update the implementation of the programme(s) and plan the next course of action.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Governing body and Pedagogical leadership team of Silver Oaks International School.
B 1.2: The school has developed a governance and leadership structure that supports the implementation of the programme(s).
Strategies/Actions:
The school has established a governance and leadership structure to support the implementation of its programs.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Head of School, Vice Principal & PYPC
Evidences
B 1.2a: The responsibility for pedagogical leadership within the school is a shared responsibility, including at least the Primary Years Programme coordinator and the primary school Principal.
Strategies/Actions:
The school has established a governance and leadership structure to support the implementation of its programs.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Head of School, PYPC & the team
B 1.2b: The governing body places the responsibility for the implementation of the Primary Years Programme on the pedagogical leadership team.
Strategies/Actions:
The school has established a governance and leadership structure to support the implementation of its programs.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Head of School, Vice Principal, PYPC & the team
B 1.3: The Head of School/school Principal and programme coordinator demonstrate pedagogical leadership aligned with the philosophy of the programme(s).
Strategies/Actions:
The HOS, the PYPC and the EYC are trained IB educators, the former being an IBEN , and believe in the philosophy of the program. They are both academic leaders.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Head of School, PYPC, EYC
Evidences
B 1.4: The school has appointed a programme coordinator with a job description, release time, support and resources to carry out the responsibilities of the position.
Strategies/Actions:
The Programme coordinator is appointed, with a 100% release time.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: The governing body and Head of the school
Evidences
B 1.5: The school develops and implements policies and procedures that support the programme(s).
Strategies/Actions:
The school community has access to a shared drive for storing and sharing policies. As a branch of Silver Oaks International School (established 2010, IB PYP), existing policies are reviewed by the leadership team with teachers and updated as needed.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: PYPC
B 1.5a: The school has developed and implements a language policy that is consistent with IB expectations.
Strategies/Actions:
The language policy of the school is deep rooted in the mission, vision & the philosophy of the school & IB standard & practices & philosophy.
The policy is reviewed periodically. The three language policy is mentioned in the language policy. Apart from English, students are learning in 2nd Lang (Telugu/Hindi) , 3rd Lang(Hindi/Telugu) G1 upward as a part of national language policy.
Spanish is taught as an additional language from G1 to expose the students to various languages.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Head of School, Vice Principal, PYPC & the team.
B 1.5b: The school has developed and implements an assessment policy that is consistent with IB expectations.
Strategies/Actions:
At Silver Oaks Schools, our policies align with our vision, mission, and IB philosophy. Our assessment policy reflects IB standards, outlining responsibilities, resources, and best practices for fair and valid assessments. It emphasises that assessments guide teaching and learning, helping students improve and teachers enhance their instruction, thereby strengthening the program's effectiveness.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Head of School, Vice Principal, PYPC & the team.
B 1.6: The school has systems in place for the continuity and ongoing development of the programme(s).
Strategies/Actions:
The school has a well opted organisation structure with clear job descriptions. All the learning spaces like, library, science labs, math lab, ICT lab, music room, dance room, art room, sports facilities are ready. The Resource allocation for all these spaces have been approved by the Governing body and has been added in the budget and school strategic plan.
When strategy to be achieved by or progress towards: In place
Person/group responsible for achieving the goal: Head of School, Vice Principal, PYPC, EYC & the team.
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