Accelerate learning for learners failed by the system. 8 STRATEGY ACTION

Open a new channel for quality education in public schools in South Africa.

› Expand networks of public schools and supporting NPOs that deliver quality education characterised by high management capacity, flexibility and outcomes-based accountability.

› Ensure the key features of the Western Cape collaboration school model (as agreed in legislation) are implemented.

› Actively surface and amplify emerging learnings.

Explore accelerated learning as a means to support learners failed by the education system.

› Research, develop and test accelerated learning strategies.

Elevate parents as powerful actors in their children’s education journey.

› Engage with parents and schooling communities to support partnership and co-ownership in providing quality education for children.

Harness the energy and creativity of young teachers to disrupt the status quo in education.

› Create a community of key role players who are committed to building pipelines of support and opportunities for young teachers.

Outcome

› An increasing number of public schools are engaged in partnerships, with evidence of substantial improvements in learner outcomes.

› The Public School Partnerships model has strategic integrity.

› Innovative practices borne out of DGMT partnership schools are being adopted through the wider school system.

› An established set of strategies and approaches supports accelerated learning in a range of different settings.

› There is a groundswell of support for parents as their child’s first educators, imbued with a sense of power in their contribution to their child’s education.

› There is a national network of young teachers who are wellequipped, empowered and enthusiastic about remaining in the teaching profession and contributing to quality education.