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
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 | Dec 2, 2019 | Community, Curriculum, Parent Information
Digital Safety Digital technology is part of our lives and also part of our children’s world. Navigating this can be a challenge for parents, so earlier this term we had Sandra from Mana Ake run a workshop on Digital Safety in the home, which was well-received. I...
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...
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