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ntinuously challenged to achieve their potential through rigorous programs focused on building the knowledge, skills and values for a productive life as a member of society. It is a school with a long-standing reputation for delivering effective teaching and learning and shaping the leaders of tomorrow. The school boasts an impressive alumni and has an enviable
reputation in the wider community as one of Gauteng’s Premier Private Schools. The leadership and representational skills of students are actively enhanced through academic, creative and sporting pursuits and participation in the student council and school and community forums. Students will be positioned to take their place in a vibrant, cosmopolitan and democratic South Africa. Through being part of a diverse school community, students will be understanding, and welcoming, of difference. They will be able to engage effectively with different cultural groups. By graduation, students will be well prepared to face the unknown challenges of the future. The school seeks to:
✅ Engage students in authentic real world learning experiences beyond the classroom with opportunities for students to become leaders and active participants in effecting change. This will mean expanding networks and partnerships.
✅ Offer opportunities to develop student’s application of technology and a critical understanding of its use.
✅ Foster a sense of place, with an appreciation of South Africa's traditions and past, including its indigenous heritage.
✅ Develop students' understandings of South Africa's relationship with the rest of Africa, its place in the global economy and sustainability. The school also aims to ensure that students have an awareness of social justice principles and demonstrate respect for others. They will have a social conscience and be provided with the opportunity to assist those less fortunate whether at home or abroad. The school regards staff, both teaching and support, as the foundation upon which excellence in school programs is built. Staff will be treated with consideration, have access to and pursue relevant professional development and participate in
effective performance management. The professional development of staff will impact on, and inform, improved classroom practice and lead to enhanced student outcomes. Teachers, within the various teaching teams across the school, will be part of a professional learning community and participate in professional conversations about learning and professional growth leading to better student results. Staff Members are expected to have high expectations for their students and engage effectively with parents. There should be "no surprises" at reporting times. Parents will be provided with comprehensive advice about student pathways and the opportunity to work with school staff in managing student issues. Parents will be provided with opportunities to contribute to school forums, including aspects of the school's decision-making processes. The expertise that parents can bring to the school's operations and to the educational process is valued and actively sought. Parents will continue
to be encouraged to participate in school forums such as the Parents and citizens association and its committees and the school Board and contribute in other ways that enhance student opportunities. Dalpark Learning Academy will continue to strive to create a positive and welcoming school community and form a constructive and important part of its students' development into successful adults. It is a good school that strives to be a great school. Dalpark Learning Academy aims to make a difference for its students. On leaving the school they will be able to reflect on their learning journey and affirm with pride "I am a graduate of Dalpark Learning Academy - a place of
learning excellence".