Are you a registered school?

 

No, we are not a registered school. Our students are homeschooled (with homeschool exemptions), attending school part time, or are excused from mainstream schooling one day per week with the permission of their school principal.

 

Are your teachers qualified?

 

Emma is a qualified teacher with eight years of experience in education. She has worked in primary schools working at a variety of age levels, and has taught high school level students through private tutoring and with health school.  You can find more information on Emma's experience and teaching philosophy here. 

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How much does it cost?

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The cost is $700 per term.  This is paid in advance, in two installments. Alternative payment plans may be available upon request.

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What subjects do you teach?

 

Our priority is to enhance wellness through creativity and connection.  We have an emphasis on skills rather than subjects. Our lessons are highly interactive with hands-on learning, discussions and group work.  Children are empowered by building an understanding of the world in which they operate, with activities that encompass Science, Technology, Social Studies and the Arts.

 

What about Reading, Writing and Maths?

 

 Our program does not include formal instruction in these areas. However, children are learning key skills that will support them in these subjects - oral and visual storytelling, communication, problem solving, construction, creative thinking. Often a concept that children have been struggling with will suddenly "click" in a new context through our hands on program.

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How does a mixed-age classroom work?

 

In a mixed-age class each child is treated as an individual. Children are encouraged to support each other rather than comparing themselves to others (which often happens when children are segregated by age). 

 

What is the enrolment process?

 

Please click the "apply now" button to register your interest, or give us a ring.