Remote Learning

This term we have seen exceptional teaching and learning within years 3-6. The lessons each teacher has provided their students, and the work all students are completing, is beyond anything we could have thought possible at the announcement of remote learning. While these learning conditions would not be our preferred methods for student learning, the 3-6 teachers are committed to continuing to support all our students in achieving their personal best.

All year 3-6 students are completing a very similar timetable to what they would be following if we were still at school. This is possible because of our wonderful Grayling families and students. We understand that families would have initially felt overwhelmed and confused while setting up and commencing remote learning, but we hope now all concerns has been alleviated. Students have demonstrated a growth mindset, resilience and grit while continuing with their formal education. Their confidence and skill with remote learning is constantly growing and evolving. As Yashvir from 3A said during one of our morning meetings; “I’m getting really good at learning online”.

WebEx

Overwhelmingly the feedback we are receiving is that everyone’s favourite time of the day is when we get to see our classmates via WebEx (it is all the teachers favourite time of the day too!). Here are some photos of our morning meetings:

Lesson Structures

Remote learning is new for everyone (including teachers). Some lessons may be too easy, some lessons may be too hard and some lessons (hopefully most) are just right.

Here is a guide as to how much time students should be spend learning remotely each school day:

Literacy: 45-60 minutes
Numeracy: 30-45 minutes
Physical activities: 30 minutes
Additional curriculum areas: 90 minutes

This is approximately 3.45 hours of formal learning per school day. If your noticing your child is spending more or less time than this guide, it is possible that the work your child has been allocated is too easy or too hard.

It is also possible that your child is giving more or less time than is required to meet the expected level. If you are finding you child is spending less time than this, it is possible that your child is not giving their work the time it requires to meet the expected level. Or if they are spending too much time on one activity-they may require assistance from their teacher or reduce the amount of time they are spending on one activity.

Art

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