To monitor and evaluate literacy and numeracy strengths and weaknesses, (Strategic Direction 1) the principal and staff analyse external data sources such as PLAN, NAPLAN, and daily attendance rates.  Importantly, both negative and positive results, performance and the clarification of the IPS marking system are announced at appropriate times through the school newsletter and prior to reports being sent home. As well, the school has focussed on improving its internal assessment and reporting practices. Teachers have created a detailed literacy assessment such as the literacy continuum ‘I Can' booklet, while other teachers use a class Rubrics system to assess I.C.T videos and class art and drawing work. The school uses all data to report back to parents about their child’s progress through twice yearly reports and during PLP interviews. An extra informal parent interview is held at the end of Term 1 providing the opportunity for staff and parents to discuss their child’s strengths and weaknesses. This can lead to greater opportunities for IPS to provide the best learning experience for students. In 2017, a ‘meet the teacher BBQ night’ will be held to attract more people to come along and meet their teachers.