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Academically Most Able
At The Eastwood Academy, we recognise and nurture the talents of all our pupils, including those who show particular strengths in academic thinking and creativity. This page outlines some of the traits commonly seen in Able and Most Able learners, helping parents and pupils to better understand how these characteristics may present in the classroom. Our aim is to support every pupil in reaching their full potential through appropriate challenge, enrichment, and encouragement.
Traits of Able and Most Able Pupils
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Able |
Most Able |
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Knows the answers |
Asks the questions |
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Is interested |
Is highly curious |
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Answers the questions |
Discusses in detail and elaborates |
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Is in a high set |
Is beyond the group |
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Listens with interest |
Shows strong feelings/opinions |
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Learns with ease |
Already knows |
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Enjoys peers |
Prefers adults |
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Grasps the meaning |
Draws inferences |
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Completes assignments |
Initiates projects |
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Is receptive |
Is intense |
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Absorbs information |
Manipulates information |
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Is pleased with own learning |
Is highly critical |
Most Able Pupils Coordinator
The member of staff with responsibility for the Most Able Pupils is Mr. J. Lewis - jlewis@eastwood.southend.sch.uk
Resources
Events, information and masterclasses in the local area can be found at www.excellenceeast.co.uk
For pupils and families: www.nagcbritain.org.uk
Ideas for support: www.gridclub.com
A range of publications: www.nace.co.uk
Extension opportunities: www.masterclasses.co.uk
The Brilliant Club
The Eastwood Scholars Programme is an academic programme run jointly by The Eastwood Academy and The Brilliant Club, an organisation which aims to widen access to university.
In 2023, twelve Year 10 pupils took part in the Brilliant Club. The programme allowed them to challenge themselves by writing a 2,000-word dissertation, graded using A-Level criteria, as well as giving them a taste of university life.
All but one pupil passed with flying colours and it’s hopefully given them a valuable insight into Further and Higher Education.
Academy Academically Most Able Policy 2025