Redlands House and Transition Gold
Redlands House Philosophy – Update
Redlands House has recently updated its philosophy, and we would very much appreciate any feedback from parents and families. Please email Mrs Huon with any comments – chuon@redlands.nsw.edu.au
New Philosophy
We believe that relationships and participation with other children, adults and the environment are central to learning.
We value diversity within Australian society and believe intercultural awareness based on respect and open mindedness is key to being an active global citizen. We respect and build upon multiple cultural ways of knowing, doing and being. Cultural responsiveness is more than awareness of difference, it is evident in everyday practice when educators demonstrate an ongoing commitment to developing their own cultural knowledge, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ ethnic, cultural, linguistic, family and individual diversity. We aim to achieve this in a three-way process with children, families and communities.
Redlands House acknowledges the important role families play in a child’s life and believe children learn best when families are involved in the education program. We recognise that in order for this to occur, good communication and collaboration must exist between families and educators as these form the foundations for the development of positive relationships and a strong home-school partnership.
At Redlands House we provide a rich, stimulating and nurturing environment. We use our environments as places to support each child’s observation, exploratory, investigative and imaginative skill development. We believe that environmental awareness and sustainability should be part of everyday life and are interwoven into all aspects of the program.
We believe that educators play a vital role in developing a supportive educational environment that reflects the child’s right to play and is based on intentionality in play. Staff engage in reflective practice, professional development and actively contribute to the wider early childhood community. We believe it is important to hold a holistic approach to Early Childhood pedagogy and we are guided by current world wide Early Childhood practice.
Redlands House acknowledges that education begins at birth and continues throughout life.
At Redlands House we believe children, families, community members and staff are united in being a community of learners who are compassionate, innovative and resilient.
Our play-based child-centred program acknowledges the importance of developing a child’s academic, social, emotional, creative and spiritual development. It respects the children’s existing funds of knowledge and upholds a strengths-based approach to growth and development. This results in a robust and dynamic pedagogy that supports children’s confidence and creativity to be successful lifelong learners.
Seniors Mini Sports Carnival
On Wednesday 23 August, all Senior and Transition Gold students will participate in a Sports Carnival on the Junior Campus Oval from 11.30am to 12.30pm. The students will have the opportunity in engage in a range of games that assist in developing skills, strength, coordination and teamwork. Parents are invited to watch this exciting event. Please enter through the Prep School reception for an 11.30am start.
Parent Teacher Learning Discussions
Parent Teacher Learning Discussions for families of Senior and Transition Gold students will be held in Week 7, 29 Aug to 1 September. Interviews can be booked via the School Interviews website. The code is jptvm. Bookings can be made from Monday 21 August at 9am to Friday 1 September at 9am. If you’re unable to attend these interviews in person, we can arrange for the interview to be conducted via Zoom. Please book in and advise your teacher directly if you would prefer a zoom interview session.
Mrs Chemane Huon
Redlands House and Transition Coordinator
chuon@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9904 1448
Mrs Ainslie Breckenridge
Head of Preparatory School
abreckenridge@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9848