Classroom Spaces

AS part of our master-planning with the architect, Murray Robertson, staff and students are thinking about the 'must-haves' for our classroom spaces. This is an emerging list from the staff -

• large enough spaces for the team to meet together comfortably and accommodate whanau/families
• ‘caves’ for students to be able to work independently
• smaller, transparent spaces [break-out] for groups to work e.g. STEPs, ESOL, RR
• accessible kitchen for students
• wet space with art benches and sink facilities
• excellent indoor outdoor flow
• verandahs with cover for students and staff  to work outside in inclement weather
• access to gardens
• glass, light - connection to outside
• access to activboards (not necessarily fixed) in spaces which block the light
• robust wireless capability with suitable charging stations
• wall spaces for displays
• colour
• suitable but minimal personal teacher storage space
• suitable area/design for students’ belongings
• Verandahs FOR EATING
• A comfy library corner area shared between 2 or 3 classes. Access to Books.

Professional learning

This afternoon our staff will continue to work with Mark Osborne from CORE education to develop our understanding of co-teaching - working collaboratively in shared spaces. We will focus on maximising the benefits for our students.