by Donna Frame | Oct 12, 2019 | Community, Curriculum, Parent Information
Play according to Albert Einstein, is the highest form of research in which children can build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. So it is no coincidence that it is part of learning at Ararira Springs Primary, Play is integral to our programmes, supporting...
by Claire Howison | Sep 26, 2019 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter
Earlier in the year we asked for feedback about homework or learning at home. This is an area of education that has certainly changed since we attended school. Research does not support learning at home whilst at primary school. It indicates a very minimal effect on...
by Claire Howison | Sep 10, 2019 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter
Brené Brown’s most recent book, ‘Dare to Lead’ follows her phenomenal TED Talk success. Her talk on the power of vulnerability is one of the most-watched TED Talks and if you are a Netflix subscriber, her documentary is also worth viewing. In a...
by Claire Howison | Jul 26, 2019 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter, Parent Information
To make the most of my commute I have been listening to podcasts and audiobooks. This week I have revisited the work of Dr Carol Dweck and mindsets. This has been interesting to reflect on in my role as a school leader and as a parent. Dr Dweck’s key ideas...
by Claire Howison | Jul 2, 2019 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter, Parent Information
As you are aware, your child’s learning is shared through the digital platform of Hero. Over the term, teachers have been posting comments in our areas of caring, curious and capable. Most recently the comments have focussed on the capabilities of your child as a...
by Claire Howison | May 22, 2019 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter, Parent Information
Ararira Springs Primary is an enviro school within an enviro town. One of our enviro leaders has just implemented an enviro scheme to help both the environment and disadvantaged people with disabilities. We are collecting bread bag tags which will be melted down to...
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