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Kindy Koalas Teacher, Miss Weaver, explains why she loves teaching Kindy, why our 'Trindy' program is so important and includes a profile on her career and teaching approach.

 “The thing I love most about teaching Kindergarten is the fresh perspective these kids bring into their first year of school with them. Everything is so new and exciting. It is our great opportunity as Kindy teachers to not just teach our students the academic building blocks they'll need, but to instil in them a love for learning! Summerland offers kids the opportunity to get a head start in their schooling through spending time in Trindy. Students entering our Kindy classes from Trindy have the advantage of already being familiar with the surroundings and routines of school, which helps take away a lot of the anxiety that comes with starting big school. Trindy kids have also started to learn key skills such as pencil grip and how to write their name. All these things make the transition into their first year a more smooth and enjoyable process.”

Teacher Profile
Name: Ann Weaver

Title: Kindergarten Teacher (Kindy Koalas)

Career background: I am a recently graduated teacher, finishing my degree at the beginning of 2014. Before joining the Summerland team, I worked for a fantastic public school in Adelaide as a PE teacher for Kindy through to Yr 7, as well as teaching Kindy one day a week and Yr 6/7 two days a week.

My teaching approach/style: I use a differentiated approach to teaching, making sure that all my students are being challenged at their own level. I provide an encouraging and positive environment for learning, focusing on what students are doing well and right!

I love: The feeling of family and community Summerland has. I think one of the main things that is really evident throughout the school is just how much all these teachers care about the students they teach, wanting them all to not just pass to the next grade but do so while succeeding to the best of their ability.

For Fun...Fave Quote: “Imagination is worth far more than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” – Albert Einstein

Click here for more info on our Trindy program and information on our upcoming Trindy/Kindy Info night.

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