What is valuable about a CCGS education? by Daniel Zito https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght en-us 2025-10-05 05:09:16 UTC 2025-10-06 11:17:45 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/8.0/svg/1f452.svg https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619022214 Time to play in an intentional environment.

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  • lighten cognitive load

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]]> 2025-10-05 22:58:32 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619022846 I am seen, I am heard, I have many spaces to grow and learn. I am part of a family and my family wants to see me succeed. https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619022896 2025-10-05 22:58:41 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619022896 LOTE https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619022922

  • choice between two languages

  • small class sizes - students take risks in their speaking, more opportunities to speak the target language, receive immediate feedback during partnered dialogues/activities, can progress much quicker

    • ]]>     2025-10-05 22:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619022922     https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023002 Learning Intentions

    Success Criteria

    ]]>     2025-10-05 22:58:55 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023002     Teachers have time and make time for me https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023010 2025-10-05 22:58:56 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023010 https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023127 Small spaces providing inquisitive discussions that can be built upon in inquiry and other aspects of learning. Excursions and resources such available at the ready.

    ]]>     2025-10-05 22:59:12 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023127     Child-led learning experiences https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023157 Educators are intentional in setting up child-led activities eg we observe the unique interest of each child then put an activity in practice based on that

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    School perspective: the school

    Provides the resources and hires staff appropriate for the position. Specialist staff who have knowledge in their area. Quality academic teaching.

    ]]>     2025-10-05 23:00:39 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023665     https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023670 • children’s differences and uniqueness would always be acknowledged and respected.

    • teaching and leaning program, everything is designed according to children’s needs and interests

    ]]>     2025-10-05 23:00:40 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023670     Small class sizes and class splits in LOTE/Music https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023866 This gives students the chance to receive learning which is targeted to their individual level. Students receive timely feedback on a regular basis. When classes are split in LOTE (French/Mandarin) and in Music (Year 4 - Woodwind/Classroom Music) students have such a small group which allows for really targeted extension and intervention for students.

    ]]>     2025-10-05 23:01:05 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619023866     Student Perspective https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619024140 Opportunities to explore, develop and achieve through/in multiple experiences

    It’s a safe place to make mistakes - learning how to be a problem solver.

    ]]>     2025-10-05 23:01:47 UTC https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619024140     danielzito https://padlet.com/christchurchgrammarschool/zx3witf4jy3fpght/wish/3619772701 In the art room, you'll get to use excellent quality materials to create cool art and have fun. You'll learn about artists, history and techniques of the artists. You will learn and enjoy your time in the art room.


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    We have up-to-date resources.

    Teachers and students are well informed and worldly, meaning we are cultured and we can relate to topics through our own experiences.

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