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Engaging with learners supports improvement when:

• it is conducted in a safe, supportive environment where all learners involved feel confident to communicate their views openly and honestly
• it takes into account the views of as wide a range of learners as possible
• all learners and staff involved have a clear understanding of the scope and purpose of the activity
• the style of communication is suitable for the age, ability and language of all learners
• barriers to communication are addressed sensitively and effectively
• provides a learner’s perspective of strengths and opportunities for improvement in relation to specific aspects of a school’s work
• analysis of learners’ views and actions taken in light of their feedback are communicated clearly to all stakeholders. 

Engaging with school staff supports improvement when:

• all activities are conducted in a safe, respectful, trusting, mutually supportive atmosphere
• leaders promote openness and honesty and communicate clearly that the views of all staff are valued
• a variety of different processes are used that take into account the views of all staff
• all activities focus clearly on learning and well-being (of both staff and learners)
• all participants have a clear understanding of the scope and purpose of the activity
• it promotes professional reflection and discussion and informs professional learning
• provides a staff perspective of strengths and opportunities for improvement in relation to specific aspects of a school’s work
• actions taken in light of their feedback are communicated clearly to all staff.

Engaging with the school community supports improvement when:

• activities are selected carefully in light of the school’s context
• it helps the school to understand its own context more clearly
• it helps the school to overcome challenges presented by its context
• the school is active in seeking the views of any ‘hard to reach’ groups in its community
• it enables the community to understand why the school works in the way it does, promoting dialogue and challenge
• it enables the community to contribute to learners’ progress and well-being
• it enables the school to access specialist or support services
• provides a community perspective of strengths and opportunities for improvement in relation to specific aspects of a school’s work
• actions taken in light of their feedback are communicated clearly to the school community.