Wellbeing
Strong links exist between wellbeing and school excellence. At Highvale we believe learning and wellbeing go hand in hand. That is, they are integrated and complementary to each other. Our aim is to sustain a teaching and learning environment which enables students to be healthy, happy, engaged and successful.
Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)
Positive Behaviour for Learning Is implemented to improve the learning and wellbeing of all students in all school settings. It is a whole school approach for creating a positive, safe and supportive school climate in which students can learn and develop. Students are empowered to participate in decision-making through active involvement in the school’s leadership of PBL.
Restorative Practices
Restorative practice is an approach used at Highvale to assist students to build positive relationships with each other using specific tools and strategies. Students regularly participate in Circle Time to share knowledge and experiences, pose questions and get to know each other and their teacher. Other restorative tools such as ‘chats’ and more formal conferences are utilised to guide students through a process of repair when there is a disagreement or relationship damage. Restorative practices seek to repair relationships that have been damaged.
Cooperative Learning
Cooperative Learning is an evidence based instructional strategy in which small groups of students work together on a common task. It is structured and purposeful and goes well beyond simple group work. At Highvale, each student actively participates in our cooperative learning program known as ‘Cooperative Kids’.