Sometimes we can worry about change. We think about the way things were and how they worked for us.
The world our children live in and one day will work in, is very very different from the one we grew up in. The speed of change is exponential, and we need to be changing with our world and preparing our children for a world of change. Change requires an evolution of thinking that can offer new possibilities for continued greatness ahead.
One change we must emphasise is ensuring the focus is more than just on academic achievement, but rather on Whole Child growth and development.
When we state “Whole Child,” we are specifically addressing the development of the social, emotional, physical and academic development of each student.
A Whole Child approach, which ensures that each student is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged, sets the standard for comprehensive, sustainable school improvement and provides for long-term student success.
Whole Child Education Expectations:
Each child enters school healthy and learns about and practices a healthy lifestyle.
Each child learns in an environment that is physically and emotionally safe for all.
Each child owns their learning and contributes to a close personal connection with our school and their community.
Each child has access to personalised learning and is supported by caring, qualified adults.
Each child is challenged academically and nurtured individually to prepare them for success in life.