Inquiry

Over the last term I have had a number of parents comment on the nature of learning at Lindfield as a result of the implementation of the PYP. It has been encouraging to share with parents the journey we have travelled as a school as we evaluate and develop our teaching and learning practice.

The PYP is a fantastic learning framework but at its core it is simply a collection of best practice from across the world based on educational research. Whilst I am very proud of the learning that is currently taking place at Lindfield, it is important to acknowledge that nothing we are doing is completely revolutionary…it is simply in line with what many leading schools are attempting to do.

The boys’ learning continues to focus on a balance between ‘the basics’ and making meaningful connections across the curriculum. We use a variety of teaching methods ranging from direct teaching  to a guided inquiry approach. Our choice of method is based on the lesson outcomes and the boys’ learning needs.

Our ultimate goals is twofold; we want to develop knowledgeable young men who have a deep understanding of the world around them; and perhaps more importantly we want to create young men who understand themselves as learners. These two goals will equip our boys for Secondary School and more significantly, for life outside of school.

We look forward to continuing to develop our teaching and learning approach over the coming years as we too continue to learn.

Coffee and Chat with Mr Wyatt

On Tuesday morning I was joined by a few parents for an informal catch up to discuss a wide range of school matters. It was a great chance to gain some parental feedback and to informally answer questions. These sessions will occur twice a term to provide an additional avenue for developing partnership between home and school. I look forward to being joined by others in the future.

Enrolments – Year 5 and Kindergarten

Due to the addition of an extra Stage 3 Class in 2014 we are in the fortunate position to have vacancies for next year. We are currently enrolling boys for Year 5 2014 as we seek to gain the necessary numbers to make the additional class a straight Year 5. Limited vacancies also exist in Kindergarten for next year. If you know families who might be interested, please encourage them to call the School Office on 9416 4280.

Earn and Learn Points

As you are aware we have been taking part in the Woolworths Earn and Learn scheme this year. This year we have been collecting the tokens for the ‘Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children Garfield Barwick School’ at North Parramatta.

As the program has just ended, please send any remaining tokens to the School Office asap so that we can get them ready to send on.