Decreasing PISA results - how we try to improve them in our school

Dear all,

With the recent release of the global decreased PISA results published by OECD, conversations around student performance in reading and mathematics are once again front and center. National trends highlight challenges across schools, but they also serve as an vital reminder: our students thrive best when school and home work hand in hand.

As I told our Guardians during our recent Parents Evening in the Aula, we believe that reading is crucial and really advise you to push for reading at home. We have a big library with more than 7000 books filled with titles across every genre and reading level. Our students are welcome to bring the books they have borrowed to read at home. We encourage you to ask your child about their latest book pick now and then!

Here at school, every student should bring a book to every single lesson, so whenever they are stuck or waiting for help etc, the students can instead read during that time. The reading skills go hand in hand with other subjects - to be able to understand instructions, analyse and of course understand the content. That is why we have Library activities, Theme Days/Weeks with reading challenges continously throughout the school year. For example which is on Sunday so therefore a lot of reading activities are going on at school.

From this school year we are a partner school with KTH (The Royal Institute of Technology) through K-ULF. The purpose is to increase our STEM education and align directly with national educational priorities. We have invested in many whiteboards to the Math classrooms to get the students into the method "Vertical whiteboards". So far, Mr Tunc, has done this with all his classes and we will spread this method throughout all year groups this year. Visits to our math classes this term show 100% student engagement. Students themselves report that standing and interacting helps them understand mathematical concepts faster and retain them far better. Instead of sitting quietly at desks filling out workbooks, students stand, collaborate, solve problems dynamically, and explain their reasoning to peers.

We aim to spark a genuine interest in mathematics, deepen subject knowledge, and drive higher academic achievement for every student. We really encourage you to support your children in going to our Maths Club on Tuesdays 15-15:50 in room 6104 or at least attend Study Support lessons specifically in Maths, Science or Swedish.

Thank you for your continued trust, partnership, and support at home. Together, we are building a strong foundation for our students' futures.

Warm regards,

Mrs Bohlin, Principal

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