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3. Challenge students and let
your assessments reflect this
(progression).
4. Factor in students’ attitude
and levels of attainment when
planning and then analyse this at
every level.
5. Change the teaching methods if
they are not working.
6. Do individual interventions if/
when required.
environmental responsibility. They
are proactive in leading initiatives
that have positive effects on the local
community. DESC has successfully
built an ethos wherein students are
excited about being involved. Whether
it is with mentoring other students
with special education needs via a
link with the Rashid Special School
or protecting the environment, the
students ensure that they are making
valuable contributions.
Students are given many opportunities
to develop their skills in areas of
personal interest via the extensive
range of extra-curricular activities
provided at DESC. With 39 different
sports clubs and highly successful
drama productions, they are able to
not only further the development
of their leadership skills, but to also
engage socially in activities that
provide them with balance as they
continue to learn.
DESC’s Eco-Warriors are a highly
motivated, self-directed group of
students who are driven by the need to
be environmentally friendly while also
working hard to raise environmental
awareness.
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