Motion · S3M-05531 · 14 Jan 2010
Active Literacy Success at St Brigid's Primary, Newmains
The motion
That the Parliament congratulates St Brigid’s Primary in Newmains on its outstanding work in piloting North Lanarkshire’s Active Literacy Programme; notes that St Brigid’s has piloted the latest programme targeted at pupils with additional support needs; further notes that the school was recently praised by HM Inspectorate of Education for its literacy work; recognises that the Active Literacy pilot has resulted in significant improvements in St Brigid’s national test results, with reading levels improved from 89% in 2006 to 93.4% in 2008, writing from 66% in 2006 to 85.8% in 2008 and maths results improving from 72% in 2006 to 91.5% in 2008; commends the hard work and commitment of all staff at St Brigid’s involved in delivering the Active Literacy Programme, and believes that North Lanarkshire’s Active Literacy pilot is a shining example of how to achieve high literacy levels for all.
Supporters (20)
- Jackie Baillie Scottish Labour 14 Jan 2010
- Rhona Brankin 14 Jan 2010
- Bill Butler 14 Jan 2010
- Cathie Craigie 14 Jan 2010
- Patricia Ferguson 14 Jan 2010
- Marlyn Glen 14 Jan 2010
- Hugh Henry 14 Jan 2010
- Cathy Jamieson 14 Jan 2010
- James Kelly 14 Jan 2010
- Mr Frank McAveety 14 Jan 2010
- Michael McMahon 14 Jan 2010
- Des McNulty 14 Jan 2010
- Cathy Peattie 14 Jan 2010
- Elaine Smith 14 Jan 2010
- Robin Harper 15 Jan 2010
- Mary Mulligan 15 Jan 2010
- Sarah Boyack 18 Jan 2010
- Trish Godman 19 Jan 2010
- Marilyn Livingstone 20 Jan 2010
- Jack McConnell 20 Jan 2010
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.