Opportunities for additional support and extension are provided through differentiated learning experiences, but are also supplemented through specific learning programs such as literacy/numeracy groups and team-teaching situations, in class programs and through the Learning Support & Aspire Team.
Current educational research advocates feedback as a crucial practice for supporting effective learning. Students are provided with constructive feedback every day, as well as informal one to one interviews, conducted on a regular basis by the teacher. These interviews allow students to discuss and reflect on all aspects of their learning, including how they can further develop their strengths and work on areas of improvement.
Critical and Creative Thinking routines will be embedded throughout the curriculum to assist learners with generating and applying new ideas, identifying alternative explanations and transferring knowledge across various contexts and key learning areas.
HPGE learning will be catered for across the four domains. Rich differentiation practices and alternative pathway programs will be explored for individual, targeted students.
Home learning activities are optional. Home learning for stage 2 will begin at the beginning of cycle 2 (week 6) and will be allocated for the duration of the term., with the addition of spelling handed out every Monday. Students are asked to return home learning to school every Friday.
The single most important thing you can do to help your child with their learning at home is to encourage reading. This may include providing a quiet space and time for them to read at home, listening to them read aloud, reading to them, asking them questions about what they are reading or taking them to the local library.
Sport days are on Fridays; please ensure your child comes to school in their full sports uniform, including sport shoes.
Please send children to school with a healthy lunch. Lunch can also be ordered from the canteen on Mondays & Wednesdays.
In the event of your child being away from school, please explain their absence within two days via School Bytes.
Library: Amethyst & Emerald: Wednesday