Society
At Goodwin Academy, you will be encouraged to develop as a responsible, active and informed world citizen, demonstrating mutual respect, empathy and community spirit.
We live in a global community, therefore it is essential that our students understand their role and responsibilities that come with living in a democratic society. Students at Goodwin are active not only in the immediate community of Deal, but also working with national and international agencies to support those who are less fortunate than ourselves. At Goodwin, we believe to become effective individuals in society, it is essential that each of our students aspire to be the best citizen and develop the fundamental values that are key in British society today.
Thinking
At Goodwin Academy, you will join a global community of thinkers.
A “Thinking School” is an educational community in which all members share a common commitment to providing careful thought to everything that takes place. This involves both students and staff learning how to think reflectively, critically and creatively, and employing these skills and techniques in the co-construction of a meaningful curriculum and associated activities. Students are supported to think for themselves through the development of a thorough understanding of thinking tools that are used to aid and monitor their own progress. Research from the University of Exeter highlights that students who attend a “Thinking School” on average achieve one GCSE grade higher in comparison to pupils starting at the same point at a non “Thinking school”.
The “Thinking School” approach arms learners with skills that better prepare them for the ever-changing world we live in. Students achieve this through developing their confidence to map out their ideas independently and reflect upon these processes. As students become more confident, their motivation improves, enabling vibrant and collaborative learning environments.
