Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO 2.0)

Policy

This policy sets out the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO 2.0) and its application in government schools.

Summary

• The Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO 2.0) is the continuous improvement framework for all Victorian government schools.
• FISO 2.0 comprises of:
  1. the 2 outcomes of learning and wellbeing
  2. the 5 core elements of leadership, teaching and learning, assessment, engagement, and support and resources, underpinned by 10 dimensions that indicate priority areas of practice to improve students’ learning and wellbeing.
• By understanding the learning and wellbeing needs of students with reference to the five core elements, schools can better identify what is working and what practices need to change and be improved.
• Schools use FISO 2.0 to inform development of their School Strategic Plans and Annual Implementation Plans.
• Guidance, tools and resources to support schools to implement the new framework are provided on the Guidance tab and Resources tab for the latest versions.

Details

The Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO) was introduced in 2015 to focus schools’ improvement efforts on priorities shown to have the greatest impact on student outcomes.

FISO 2.0 builds on the evidence base and in-depth research that underpinned the original FISO, but with an enhanced focus on wellbeing in response to the findings of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System and advice from the profession.

It presents a more simplified and streamlined approach to enable schools to focus on what matters most to improve students’ learning and wellbeing outcomes.

FISO 2.0 sets out 5 core elements that together realise the goals of excellence and equity through developing the learning and wellbeing of every Victorian student.

When integrated, these elements build a positive environment through strong relationships that enables all students to become:

• happy, healthy, and resilient
• successful lifelong learners
• active, informed members of just and sustainable communities.

The student learning and wellbeing outcomes at the centre of the FISO 2.0 work together. They define what every school community is working towards with every student.

• Wellbeing is the development of the capabilities necessary to thrive, contribute and respond positively to challenges and opportunities of life.
• Learning is the ongoing acquisition by students of knowledge, skills and capabilities, including those defined by the Victorian Curriculum and senior secondary pathways.

The 5 core elements are explained in detail in the Guidance tab, together with further guidance regarding application of FISO 2.0.

Related policies

• Annual Implementation Plan (AIP)
• Annual Report to the School Community
• Minimum Standards and School Registration
• School Review
• School Strategic Plan

Contact

Schools can contact schoolplanning@education.vic.gov.au for further information about FISO 2.0.