Learning and Teaching News

As Term 2 draws to a close, we can be proud of the achievements and growth of all learners in our community.

The holidays are a time for rest, relaxation, family time and celebrations but learning is 'anywhere and all the time' and doesn’t stop when the holidays begin.

Try these suggestions:

Go to museums and galleries: Museums Victoria Ancient Egypt for Kids | NGV | The Story of the Moving Image | FREE exhibition, Open daily | ACMI: Your museum of screen culture Kids love the interactive nature of these places and this experience can foster more active engagement with topics and ideas that will then transfer into the learning at school
Take them to the supermarket - think about how many interesting and potentially unanswered questions you can ask as you wander up and down the aisles - packaging, directions, advertising, weights and measures
Let them be bored - there’s a lot to be said for leaving children to their own devices and letting them just be. Creative, imaginative and investigative play develops curiosity and problem solving.
Make reading part of the routine - reading is one of the best forms of learning for all kids. Visit or join a local library online - Libraries - Hobsons Bay offers a variety of free workshops
Access active opportunities in the community. Wyndham Vale council offers a range of free fun activities for kids. They are free but require a booking so click on this link to see more. Active Holidays - Active Fun for Kids this Winter | Wyndham City

So let your children enjoy the holidays - but show them that learning can be one of the most fun holiday activities, too.

Enjoy the break from routine and from making school lunches.

Stay warm and well.

Elise Coghlan

Co-Deputy Principal | Literacy & Numeracy Leader | Visible Learning Leader

Denise Kelly

Co-Deputy Principal | Learning & Teaching Leader