Chapter 1: The School as an Agent of Social Change

TABLE 1: Indicators of a Good School from Six Composite Perspectives

PUPIL ✔ Pupils are nice to each other

✔ Everyone is treated fairly

✔ There is a friendly atmosphere

✔ Teachers control the classes but not too strict

✔ Teachers help you with things you are not good at

TEACHER ✔ Communication is good among all members

✔ Staff development is good

✔ The environment is good to work in

✔ Pupils are happy and well motivated

✔ All pupils are helped to achieve what they are capable of

PARENT ✔ There is a welcoming friendly atmosphere

✔ Staff are caring and communicate well with pupils

✔ Discipline is good

✔ Extra time is spent with children who learn less quickly

✔ Relationships are good between teachers and parents

MANAGEMENT ✔ Pupils are safe

✔ All members of the school community work toward clear objectives

✔ A high quality of information is given to parents and visitors

✔ Rules are applied evenly and fairly

✔ All pupils are helped to achieve what they are capable of

SUPPORT STAFF ✔ Resources are good and up to date

✔ Classrooms are clean, warm, and comfortable

✔ Support staff are given credit for their competence and contribution

✔ The environment is friendly and welcoming

✔ Staff development involves all staff

BOARD MEMBERS, ✔ Excellent reputation with the local community

✔ Strong leadership from senior management

TRUSTEES ✔ A happy and welcoming environment

✔ Pupils being helped to reach their individual potential

✔ A safe place for pupils

Pawilen, G., Reyes, E., Rivera, J. A. & Sison, T. M., (2019). The school and the community,
school culture, and organizational leadership. Manila, Philippines: REX Bookstore, Inc.