Benchmarks
Leadership and Ethos
The school vision, culture and environment
Level 1 (Developing)
The school has considered how to include a Global Dimension in the school
vision statement.
Level 2 (Established)
The school includes a Global Dimension in its vision statement. which
has been discussed by Governors.
Some displays in school reflect the GD.
Level 3 (Advanced)
The policies and practices of the school are consistent with its vision
statement, which includes a Global Dimension.
Leadership
Level 1 (Developing)
The Head teacher recognises the importance and value of the Global Dimension
and its potential benefits for the school. Copies of DfES document ‘Developing
a Global Dimension in the Curriculum’ have been distributed to Governors
and staff. The idea has also been shared with the School Council.l
Level 2 (Established)
The GD is seen as an important element in a broad and balanced curriculum.
This understanding informs discussions on policy and practice at staff,
Governor and school council meetings.
Level 3 (Advanced)
The Head teacher and SMT are proactive in supporting the Global Dimension
Team There is a Governor GD champion. The school council discusses global
issues and choices about actions to take on a regular basis.
Planning
Level 1 (Developing)
There is a draft plan for the Global Dimension (including its eight concepts)
in school.
Level 2 (Established)
The Global Dimension (including its eight concepts) is included in the
School Improvement Plan or a separate specific action plan.
Level 3 (Advanced)
The Global Dimension (including its eight concepts) is addressed comprehensively
in the School Improvement Plan or a separate specific action plan.
Coordination
Level 1 (Developing)
There is a member of staff responsible for the Global Dimension.
Level 2 (Established)
There is a GD Coordinator with support. This could be in the form of a
working group and/or an allowance or non-contact time as part their allowance
(The role could be included as part of a broader responsibility).
Level 3 (Advanced)
The Coordinator has an allowance and/or non-contact time as part their
allowance. (The role could be included as part of a broader responsibility)
There is a Global Dimension Team involving the Coordinator, staff and
optionally, pupil representatives, which meets regularly.
Policy Statement
Level 1 (Developing)
There is a letter of intent signed by the Chair of Governors setting out
the aims of the school in terms of the Global Dimension.
Level 2 (Established)
There is a policy statement developed in line with DfES guidance on the
Global Dimension. (ref DfES 1409-2005). This makes links with policies
on anti-bullying and promoting race equality and other relevant policies
(Healthy Schools, inclusion, behaviour management, eco-code etc.).
Level 3 (Advanced)
The Global Dimension is included in the Policy Statements of at least
60% of all curriculum areas.
