Teaching Culture at Marsden Heights

Teaching & Learning 

At Marsden Heights, we empower teachers with a shared curriculum, modern resources, and a culture of excellence to create inspiring, high-quality learning experiences for every student:

• Well-structured learning plans and a shared curriculum, ensure teachers can focus on adapting lessons to support every student. 
• Our curriculum is built on powerful knowledge and academic excellence, helping all students succeed.
• Disruption free learning allows teachers to teach and students to learn.  
• Teaching practices are backed by research and designed to be clear and effective.
• Support from expert Trust Subject Advisers, helps us continuously strive for excellence.
• All teachers receive free membership of the Chartered College of Teaching, providing access to the world’s largest education research database.
• Classrooms are modern and well-equipped, with state-of-the-art technologies and a wealth of resources.  
• We focus on helping students build knowledge, skills, and understanding that will last a lifetime.
• Teachers are dedicated to delivering high-quality lessons and maintaining high standards.
• We celebrate success; both students and staff are recognised and rewarded for their achievements.
• A culture of excellence prepares students for bright futures and lasting success.
• Our teachers are always learning, growing, and finding ways to improve their practice.

Behaviour and Standards 

At our school, high standards and a simple, clear behaviour system create a focused, supportive environment where students thrive, teachers teach, and excellence is the norm:

• Culture of high standards and high achievement   

• Simple behaviour system  

• Centralised detentions to support teacher workload. 

• Collaborative – working together with colleagues to develop practice E.g. collaborative planning   

• Disruption free learning – provides clarity, promotes high standards and allows teachers to teach. 

• Culture of excellence – developing students who are equipped for future success