Guildford Grammar Preparatory School April 2020 | Page 10

Years 5 – 6
joobaitch Wing
In the upper primary years, students continue to
experience authentic, real-life learning experiences with a
focus on critical and creative thinking skills. Engagement
is key. Students work collaboratively to construct new
knowledge, develop skills and make connections between
their learning and global and local issues.
Our curriculum and methods of teaching are responsive
to the individual needs and learning requirements of
every student. Students are encouarged to question their
surroundings and employ inquiry-based learning methods
such as research, reflection and communication. Year 5
and 6 students are encouraged to focus on deep learning
as they strive for personal excellence.
In response to how students like to learn, technology is
central to our education program. Students can draw on
a range of online learning resources that facilitate rich
learning experiences and allow for close connections
between the classroom and home.
As students begin to prepare for the demands of high
school and adolescence, a holistic approach to education
and wellbeing is further developed in the upper primary
years. Children are encouraged to adopt a service mindset
and enjoy the vast range of curricular and co-curricular
opportunities available to them. Camps, service learning,
student leadership opportunities, public speaking, music,
sport and passion projects all enrich the lives of our upper
primary students and provide boundless opportunities for
them to thrive.
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