Studies show that we retain information more effectively when we are comfortable! Imagine that? Students don’t need to sit at a desk to learn in our environment. They can relax in a rocking chair, use a lap desk, put their feet up or enjoy learning in a hammock. Whatever works for them! Students absorb knowledge much faster when they are happier, more comfortable and relaxed.
We educate students about nature and environmental sustainability. We have hydroponics and live walls to teach the value of farming and growing our own food. We teach them about the berries and the bugs, we go on outdoor adventures, and we discuss how we can be kinder to our planet. We are mindful that children need fresh air and vitamin D regularly, so they go outside a minimum of 60 minutes per day. Twice a week, Coach Steve comes and does outdoor sports with the students and there is so much laughter and fun as they absorb the sunshine and enjoy their childhood!
There are 4 main areas of development that we focus on with our 21st century learners: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Creativity, and Communication. There is an extremely urgent need for our children to synthesize, analyze and assimilate information in a critical and thoughtful way. This ability needs to be taught and hence, we cover critical thinking in our regular debates, book reviews and current affairs discussions. Collaboration is required for children to learn to work within a unit without losing their individuality and sense of self. Creativity is innate and needs to be celebrated, amplified, and emphasized. Finally, communication is a key skill that students require in the future to become effective entrepreneurs and leaders.
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