This term the Junior Pods are trying a new learning approach based on structured play. At Avalon School we are calling it our Tōmene-Explore Time. This time happens daily from 1.45-3pm. The children are able to select curriculum themes (in … Continue reading
In Pod 2 we have been sharing special treasures from our families, as part of our BEING ME topic. We have talked and written about our treasures, here are some to share .. I have a pounamu. It is made … Continue reading
At writing time, we have been sharing our writing and talking about what we have been learning to do as writers! On Friday we all tried to use some build and play topic words to write about the different tools … Continue reading
Every 2 years, Capital E brings together the very best in live performances for kids. This year Avalon School will be attending. It is an amazing opportunity and heavily subsidised with free transport and reduced ticket prices. Senior School – … Continue reading
We have organised to have the Hutt Council’s Build and Play Trailer again this year! It is an opportunity for our kids to build and play using different tools and materials. The aim is for lots of free play, problem … Continue reading
We have been playing Snakes and Ladders to help us with our number ID, reading a dice and counting up! It’s a great game for home too
So after all our research into some of the different water forms, like lakes – rivers – glaciers and the ocean. We made models to present and share our findings: Here are some of them!
Junior Pods End Of Year Celebration To celebrate the end of year we are going to Avalon Park on THURSDAY 13 DECEMBER. You are welcome to join us! We will leave school at 10:00 Enjoy, Play and have … Continue reading
Do you know how a river is formed? Where it starts and ends? We do! As part of our WATER topic this term we have been researching natural water forms. For writing, we wrote explanations about how a river is … Continue reading
As part of our WATER theme topic this term, the students is Sarah’s water group are investigating natural water forms. We have asked the QUESTION: How are rivers formed? We have found out that: *Water always flows to … Continue reading
Our school swimming lessons have been going well! With only 3 lessons to go please keep ensuring your children have their togs at school so they are able to participate. There is lots of great learning going on …
So, it’s the first day of the school holidays. Great chance for a sleep in after a busy term. Some chance! Instead I am in sunny Tauranga with our Chess team and apparently sleep is not a priority for them. … Continue reading
We had our last Tuakana Teina reading session this week, and as a way to say thank you to our senior buddies Pod 6 make woven paper bookmarks and thank you notes. We really appreciate the time they take to … Continue reading
Here are our finished games! This week we have tested and evaluated the playground games we made out of recycled materials. We followed the technology process and self evaluated our games then we completed a peer evaluation to get feedback … Continue reading
