by Claire Howison | Aug 26, 2020 | Community, Newsletter, Parent Information
Life at Level 2 Regrettably, life at level 2 will continue for some time. It is possible that until the virus is controlled around the world we move up and down through levels. It is unsustainable for a staff member to man our sign-in station so moving forward our...
by Claire Howison | Jul 29, 2020 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter, Parent Information
Over the past few weeks, we have had the pleasure of working with teachers from the School for Young Writers. Teachers with a passion and love of literacy and writing are wonderful motivators for children learning to write well. Here are some snippets of their work....
by Claire Howison | Jul 29, 2020 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter
Coaching is a practice that is becoming more widespread at Ararira Springs – Te Puna o Ararira. It fits strongly with our core values of being caring, curious and capable. It is based on a respectful, non-judgemental relationship, the coach is open and curious,...
by Claire Howison | May 17, 2020 | Community, Curriculum, Newsletter, Parent Information
Wellbeing @ Ararira by Nicky and Hinehau The definition of Wellbeing we have adopted as a school is: Feeling good and functioning well. Why teach wellbeing? Wellbeing protects mental health and facilitates learning We have an increasing number of students suffering...
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...
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