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4 strategies and tactics for School Staff

What is School Staff strategy?

Every great achievement starts with a well-thought-out plan. It can be the launch of a new product, expanding into new markets, or just trying to increase efficiency. You'll need a delicate combination of strategies and tactics to ensure that the journey is smooth and effective.

Finding the right School Staff strategy can seem daunting, particularly when you're focused on your daily workload. For this reason, we've compiled a selection of examples to fuel your inspiration.

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School Staff strategy examples

You will find in the next section many different School Staff tactics. We've included action items in our templates to make it as actionable as possible.

Strategies and tactics for reducing tardy students by 10am

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Implement an attendance tracking system

    • Install an automated attendance tracking system
    • Train staff to use the new system
    • Create a protocol for quickly entering tardy students into the system
    • Monitor tardiness data daily for trends
    • Communicate with parents regarding attendance policies
    • Set up an alert system for students who are frequently tardy
    • Develop a reporting system for weekly tardiness rates
    • Analyse data to identify peak tardy times
    • Adjust school schedules if recurring tardy trends are identified
    • Review and adjust strategies based on data analysis

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Engage parents and guardians

    • Host informational sessions on the importance of punctuality
    • Send regular updates to parents about their child's attendance
    • Involve parents in setting attendance goals for their children
    • Provide incentives for parents whose children have perfect attendance
    • Offer resources for parents to help manage morning routines
    • Create an attendance pledge for parents to sign
    • Establish a parent advisory board to discuss attendance issues
    • Send personalised letters home for overly tardy students
    • Host workshops on managing time effectively
    • Follow up with parents of frequently tardy students to strategise solutions

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Motivate students

    • Implement a rewards system for punctuality
    • Arrange for engaging morning activities to incentivise early arrival
    • Form student-led punctuality committees
    • Use visual reminders and announcements about the importance of being on time
    • Provide recognition for students with no tardiness in assemblies
    • Partner with student leaders to promote punctuality
    • Publish a monthly punctuality leaderboard
    • Coordinate with teachers to provide morning tutoring or clubs before school
    • Host competitions between classes for best attendance
    • Educate students about the impact of tardiness on their academic performance
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Strategies and tactics for implementing truancy prevention measures

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Monitor and track attendance

    • Establish a system for daily attendance recording
    • Set up alerts for when a student reaches 3 unexcused or 5 total absences
    • Review attendance records weekly to identify patterns
    • Coordinate with teachers to ensure accurate attendance data
    • Use attendance software with tracking capabilities
    • Train staff on new attendance policies and technology
    • Develop a protocol for addressing discrepancies in attendance data
    • Communicate attendance expectations to students and parents
    • Provide access to attendance records for students and parents
    • Create a dedicated team to monitor and analyse attendance trends

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Engage with students and parents

    • Schedule meetings with students who reach the absence threshold
    • Communicate with parents about attendance expectations
    • Provide information on the impact of truancy on academic performance
    • Develop a contract with students and parents to improve attendance
    • Offer counselling services for students with frequent absences
    • Create a welcoming school environment to encourage attendance
    • Send home newsletters highlighting the importance of attendance
    • Involve parents in creating a get-back-on-track plan
    • Host workshops for parents on supporting student attendance
    • Establish a parent hotline for attendance-related inquiries

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Implement support and intervention programs

    • Establish a mentorship program for at-risk students
    • Provide academic support or tutoring for frequently absent students
    • Assess and address any barriers to attendance such as transportation
    • Develop a reward system to incentivise good attendance
    • Coordinate with community organisations to offer support services
    • Offer flexible scheduling or alternative learning options
    • Implement a buddy system to pair students with peers for support
    • Identify and address any bullying issues or school climate concerns
    • Conduct regular check-ins with frequent absentees
    • Create a school-wide attendance challenge with goals and rewards
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Strategies and tactics for developing a strategic plan for kindergarten in 2025

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Enhance curriculum and learning outcomes

    • Conduct a review of the current curriculum to identify areas for improvement
    • Integrate more STEM activities into daily lessons
    • Implement a comprehensive phonics program
    • Offer professional development for teachers on new educational technologies
    • Introduce a 'learning through play' philosophy across all classes
    • Develop a robust assessment system to monitor student progress
    • Incorporate multicultural and inclusive content into lessons
    • Establish a kindergarten reading corner with diverse books
    • Collaborate with educational experts to update learning materials
    • Promote hands-on activities to reinforce learning concepts

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment

    • Ensure classrooms are equipped with child-friendly furniture and resources
    • Promote social skills through group activities and cooperation-based projects
    • Implement an anti-bullying policy and conduct regular staff training
    • Encourage family participation in classroom activities once a term
    • Establish a buddy system for new students
    • Provide emotional support workshops for teachers
    • Create a diversity and inclusion programme for staff and students
    • Set up calm and sensory-friendly spaces within the school
    • Conduct regular surveys to identify and address students' social needs
    • Organise cultural celebration days to appreciate different backgrounds

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Improve infrastructure and resources

    • Upgrade outdoor play areas with new equipment and safety features
    • Enhance classroom technology with interactive whiteboards and tablets
    • Increase access to quality art and craft materials
    • Expand library resources with more educational and recreational books
    • Ensure all classrooms have access to essential learning aids
    • Install an efficient heating and cooling system in all buildings
    • Renew sports equipment to support physical education programmes
    • Implement energy-saving practices within the school
    • Develop a maintenance schedule to keep facilities in top condition
    • Seek grants and sponsorship to fund infrastructure improvements
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Strategies and tactics for implementing smart timetabling at ArbourVale school

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Analyse current timetabling inefficiencies

    • Collect current timetabling data for all rooms and classes
    • Calculate frequency, occupancy, and utilisation rates for each room
    • Identify periods of low usage and underutilised rooms
    • Analyse the distribution of classes throughout the day and week
    • Interview teachers and staff to gather qualitative data on scheduling pain points
    • Review student feedback on class timings and room allocations
    • Benchmark current occupancy and utilisation rates against HE and FE space norms
    • Create a detailed report outlining inefficiencies and potential areas for improvement
    • Present findings to senior leadership for review and feedback
    • Adjust the timetable consultation based on feedback

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Optimise room use and class scheduling

    • Develop a new timetable considering identified inefficiencies and feedback
    • Use room modelling software to simulate optimal room assignments
    • Ensure that room allocations align with HE and FE space norms
    • Consider frequency and occupancy patterns to maximise room usage
    • Implement phased changes to the timetable for minimal disruption
    • Introduce buffer periods to facilitate room turnover and cleaning
    • Monitor real-time room usage for the first few weeks after implementation
    • Adjust room allocations and class timings based on actual usage data
    • Provide training for staff and students on the new timetabling system
    • Collect continuous feedback for improvement and optimisation

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Maximise capacity without additional costs

    • Investigate the possibility of flexible, multi-purpose room setups
    • Identify opportunities for blending in-person and online classes to free up space
    • Encourage utilisation of underused time slots, such as early mornings and afternoons
    • Negotiate with staff for more flexible working hours to cover more classes
    • Link income from increased pupil numbers to additional staffing costs
    • Introduce shorter, more frequent class sessions to optimise room use
    • Ensure staff to student ratios are adequate, without overstaffing
    • Implement a booking system for rooms to avoid overlaps and double bookings
    • Assess the possibility of collaborative spaces to accommodate larger groups
    • Monitor financial impact regularly to align pupil income and staffing costs
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How to track your School Staff strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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