All students are supported in their learning to be creative, display intellectual curiosity, seek challenges, reflect and adapt to constant change in the 21st century. The integrated curriculum is intended to provide clear directions on the learning and community intentions as relevant and meaningful aspirations for our community.
This year, will see the learning programmes integrated through our newly formed Integrated Curriculum. The Carlton School integrated Curriculum is a composite of elements that support our Tuāpapa Pakirehua or Our Inquiry Framework, within Carlton School. It is a blend of the things we value to support our learners on their learning journeys.
The “blend” includes three streams including a specifically designed Māori Worldview framework, the NZ Curriculum and our Core Behaviours. It consists of big ideas, concepts and contexts, which are all delivered through our Learning Investigation Framework (Inquiry). The integration is intended to merge and incorporate the thinking or development blend of the Carlton School Culture, the values, the learning theories and practice into one succinct point of delivery.
The integration, which includes some key qualities derived from the Māori Worldview Framework, is the beginning of the planned teaching and learning for student learners. The following diagram is to merge and incorporate the thinking or development blend of the Carlton School Culture, the values, the learning theories and practice into one succinct point of delivery ie. inquiry.
The Māori Worldview is our acknowledgment of the cultural diversity within Carlton School and the realisation that every whānau and learner within the school contributes to the makeup of the school through their language, culture, beliefs and customs.
This presents many learning opportunities to grow one's appreciation (or worldview) through a Māori lens and in conjunction with the formal and informal learning opportunities about others within our school.
Therefore, our integrated curriculum will help provide a structure to enable all learners to learn and celebrate the indigeneity of ourselves and others. Our integrated curriculum is delivered through our learning investigations and our inquiry process.
Te Whai i te Panekiretanga - Academic Excellence: We are dedicated to helping our students experience success at their appropriate level within the NZC.
Te Whai Mana Rite - Equitable Access: We are committed to providing equitable access to the NZC, ensuring that every student, regardless of their individual needs or talents, can fully participate in and contribute to both our school and the wider community.
Te Toitū i te Tāreitanga - Inclusive Partnership: We recognize the vital role of our school's community in shaping our students' education. Our inclusive partnership with whānau (families) and the broader community leverages their knowledge, skills, and beliefs to support our students in fulfilling their potential.
Te Kairangi Ahurei - Cultural Connection: We believe in the importance of cultural identity and strive to create an environment where students can engage with their identity, language, and culture. We celebrate the richness of diversity, nurturing global citizenship by embracing and appreciating all cultures represented at our school.
HAPAITIA TE ARA TIKA - At Carlton School, we are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of learners who are not only academically proficient but also culturally aware, socially responsible, and globally minded. We look forward to continuing our journey of educational excellence with our committed staff, engaged students, and supportive community.