Learning

We believe students learn best when:

They believe they can learn
There is differentiation
The classroom and school environment supports their emotional, social, cultural and educational needs
The learning is authentic
They feel respected
There is a positive relationship between teacher and student
Teachers provide explicit feedback designed to reduce the gap between a student’s current level of understanding and a higher level of understanding.

We believe that as teachers we must:

Believe all children can learn
Display enthusiasm and passion for what we teach
Work together as a professional learning community intent on improving students’ achievements
Set achievable but challenging class tasks
Provide differentiated learning activities
Provide a quality classroom environment in which all students feel valued and respected by the teacher and by fellow students
Work hard to develop positive relationships with all students
Know our subject matter well
Maintain high expectations of our students
Plan explicit teaching activities that stimulate students’ interest
Provide explicit feedback that helps students move from their current to a higher level of understanding
Keep learning.