At Weston School, assessment is no longer just a tool for measuring student progress—it’s a driver of teaching and learning. Join Principal Deidre Weston as she shares the school’s transformative journey from isolated teaching practices to a cohesive, school-wide approach where assessment strengthens both teacher practice and student outcomes.
The session explores how Weston School strategically embedded Assessment for Learning into its strategic vision, shifting from assessment as an endpoint to an ongoing, dynamic process. Learn how data-driven insights are refining teaching practices, informing targeted interventions, and fostering a culture of coherence across the school.
Deidre shares practical strategies, lessons learned, and next steps in this evolving process—offering insights that may inspire reflection on how assessment can serve as a unifying tool in your own school.
Weston School, a rural full primary in North Otago with 250 students, is proving that meaningful assessment can drive both student success and teacher effectiveness.
Deidre has been principal of Weston School for nearly six years. Having been in other principal roles and school leadership for over 20 years, Deidre has always been passionate about assessment and using it to understand the ongoing needs of learners in classes and school wide, rather than as a standalone summative tool.
Find Deidre’s presentation slides here: Deidre Senior Strategic Assessment NZAI 2025
