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LANDAU FORTE ACADEMY QEMS: 01827 62241
“Learning in Communications is creative, stretching and
relevant. In English there is a clear focus on both the
classic texts and modern media, so that students gain
the deepest appreciation and understanding of our rich
literary tradition. Students can also study up to three
foreign languages and enjoy direct links to students and
classes in other countries.”
It is important that our students learn how to learn as well
as learning what to learn! A number of distinctive features
are designed to promote and support effective learning,
attainment and achievement:
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A Personal Tutorial support session at the beginning
and towards the end of every day within vertically
aged groups
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The House system
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Strong student support systems
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Building good learning habits through creative and
active approaches to learning
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An enterprise culture with strong emphasis on the
importance of each subject to the world of industry
and commerce
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The study of at least one foreign language
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Flexible use of a wide range of learning resources
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Flexible student grouping
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Off-site learning including day and residential
educational visits and field work undertaken locally,
nationally and internationally
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Appropriate use of Information and Communication
Technology to promote effective teaching and
learning
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Development of individual education programmes to
meet individual student needs
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A comprehensive extension and enrichment activities
programme
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A continuous learning day
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Similar length Academy terms achieved through the
five term year
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Student study events held in student holidays
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Staff development and training days held in student
holidays
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