At Crawshaw, we believe that every student deserves access to a high-quality education that enables them to achieve their full potential and develop the knowledge, understanding and confidence needed to succeed.

At the heart of our approach to Teaching and Learning is a commitment to inclusive practice. Through Quality First Teaching, strong learning habits and responsive classroom practice, we seek to ensure that every student can participate fully in learning, access the curriculum and achieve their potential.

Our teaching is informed by evidence about how students learn. Teachers present new knowledge clearly, model learning effectively and carefully sequence learning over time. Retrieval practice, questioning and feedback are used to check understanding, address misconceptions and ensure that teaching responds to students' needs so that all learners can make progress.

Feedback also plays an important role in helping students improve. Students are encouraged to reflect on their work, respond to guidance and act upon next steps so that they can continue to make progress.

At Key Stage 3, students are supported by Knowledge Organisers and Study Booklets which identify the essential knowledge, vocabulary and concepts they need to learn and remember. These resources support learning in lessons and at home, helping students revisit prior learning, build confidence and independence, and access the curriculum successfully.

This approach is strengthened through ongoing professional development for staff, including regular Bitesize CPD sessions and training throughout the school year.