Challenging self

Teachers Reflection

What did I discover about Cooper today?

Cooper's deep engagement and determination to succeed crossing the obstacle course highlights his perseverance and tenacity. He showed a positive attitude to tackle and persist with difficulty and uncertainty...all qualities needed to be an adventurous and successful learner and 'go getter' in life! 

Good on you Cooper, what a star you are.   

Literacy - The gingerbread Man

Mat time self review

After a recent visit from ERO, we have been challenged to reflect on our mat time routines. We want to research educational information, gather insights and aspirations from children, parents, schools and our own teaching staff. 

 Reflective questions to guide our review...what are the teaching and learning intentions of our mat times...what purpose do they hold, is there value in mat times and if so what makes them valuable?

Here is a summary of what we've found...

In conclusion

Teachers response:

These results reinforce our belief of the importance of responsive and purposeful mat times...that children need to be reciprocal partners in the process, and that we as teachers need to create a climate of culturally sensitive group unity, where children's confidence and self esteem is nurtured. 

We'd like to thank all those involved in our learning journey, we appreciate your feedback.

A visit from our public health nurse

Muddy time

Make your own photo slideshow at Animoto.

Moving and grooving

Taste of Autumn