The Art Room
In the Art Room, the students are introduced to the elements of art in a fun and interactive environment. They learn various art skills such as, blending, design and construction using a wide range of media, watercolours, acrylics, plasticene, pastels etc.
We promote imagination and creative expression, and skills that foster lifelong learning.
We promote imagination and creative expression, and skills that foster lifelong learning.
Science
Almost every decision a student makes can be seen as an experiment.
Our students from Primary 1 to Primary 5 will take their inquisitive minds and find answers to their questions using practical application in our Science Lab. They will have experiences in all the different areas of Science.
Students will learn to work with lab partners to investigate the natural and super natural world around them.
Throughout all their experiences, they will be carefully observed and tested to ensure they have a proper understanding of the Science concepts covered during the year.
We hope that students will not only have fun during their science classes, but through their enjoyment, they might see a future for themselves in the sciences.
Our students from Primary 1 to Primary 5 will take their inquisitive minds and find answers to their questions using practical application in our Science Lab. They will have experiences in all the different areas of Science.
Students will learn to work with lab partners to investigate the natural and super natural world around them.
Throughout all their experiences, they will be carefully observed and tested to ensure they have a proper understanding of the Science concepts covered during the year.
We hope that students will not only have fun during their science classes, but through their enjoyment, they might see a future for themselves in the sciences.
Practical Math
The Practical Math Classroom is one in which students use a wide variety of manipulatives to model and visualize many concepts. The children use Numicon Shapes, which were designed to exploit three (3) key strengths of young children, to help them understand number. These three strengths are: their abilities to learn by doing, learn by seeing and to exploit their strong sense of pattern.
Mathematically, the design of the Numicon Shapes helps children to see numbers by manipulating and making connections. This enables children to understand that numbers are not just randomly occurring things, but they form a highly organized system, which is full of many kinds of patterns.
The children also use Base Ten Blocks. They work individually and in groups in order to understand various concepts such as place value, fractions and decimals. The children use The Base Ten Blocks to introduce area, perimeter and volume as well. Children are also encouraged to work in groups. This promotes social and communication skills and allows all levels of abilities to shine.
Over the years, research has shown that the use of manipulatives benefits the students’ understanding of concepts. As Benjamin Franklin said, ”Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn.” Most children learn by doing and seeing, which is why manipulatives are perfect tools for teaching and reinforcing concepts.
Mathematically, the design of the Numicon Shapes helps children to see numbers by manipulating and making connections. This enables children to understand that numbers are not just randomly occurring things, but they form a highly organized system, which is full of many kinds of patterns.
The children also use Base Ten Blocks. They work individually and in groups in order to understand various concepts such as place value, fractions and decimals. The children use The Base Ten Blocks to introduce area, perimeter and volume as well. Children are also encouraged to work in groups. This promotes social and communication skills and allows all levels of abilities to shine.
Over the years, research has shown that the use of manipulatives benefits the students’ understanding of concepts. As Benjamin Franklin said, ”Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn.” Most children learn by doing and seeing, which is why manipulatives are perfect tools for teaching and reinforcing concepts.
Computer
St. Andrew’s School Computer Room is equipped with flat screen Apple iMac computers upgraded to the latest operating system.
Every class visits the Computer Room once a week with each child having access to a personal computer. The youngest students from Prep 1, focus on developing mouse skills and hand-eye co-ordination while engaging in online educational games that support their class curriculum. In addition to educational games, Prep 2 classes are gradually introduced to using the keyboard and the Word processing program.
From Primary 1 to Primary 5, children are taught to use Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel. Competence in word processing, presentation and spreadsheet programs is important as their use has become prevalent in further education and in the workplace. They also begin to learn keyboarding (typing) skills. Classes engage in activities where learned skills can be applied.
Every class visits the Computer Room once a week with each child having access to a personal computer. The youngest students from Prep 1, focus on developing mouse skills and hand-eye co-ordination while engaging in online educational games that support their class curriculum. In addition to educational games, Prep 2 classes are gradually introduced to using the keyboard and the Word processing program.
From Primary 1 to Primary 5, children are taught to use Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel. Competence in word processing, presentation and spreadsheet programs is important as their use has become prevalent in further education and in the workplace. They also begin to learn keyboarding (typing) skills. Classes engage in activities where learned skills can be applied.
Library
From the humble beginnings of where the office now resides, St. Andrew’s Library has evolved into what it is today. Boasting a collection of over 5000 books, children are exposed to varied genres of literature.
From the adrenaline action packed adventure of the Alex Rider books, to the modern Fantasy of Harry Potter, a world of literature awaits. This collection is managed daily using the Alexandria Library Software. The library aims to keep it’s collection current and updated by weeding, replacing and purchasing new books every year or two which is funded by our dedicated PTA.
Each class visits the library once per week and every child is afforded the opportunity of borrowing a book.
Parents are invited to read for Prep 1’s to Pri 2’s. On any given day of the week, the library is abuzz with children who have entered at the risk of being infected with the love of reading.
From the adrenaline action packed adventure of the Alex Rider books, to the modern Fantasy of Harry Potter, a world of literature awaits. This collection is managed daily using the Alexandria Library Software. The library aims to keep it’s collection current and updated by weeding, replacing and purchasing new books every year or two which is funded by our dedicated PTA.
Each class visits the library once per week and every child is afforded the opportunity of borrowing a book.
Parents are invited to read for Prep 1’s to Pri 2’s. On any given day of the week, the library is abuzz with children who have entered at the risk of being infected with the love of reading.
Music
Various methods are used to teach lessons in order to reach the understanding of every child. Students are taught how to read, write, compose and listen, to analyze simple music and are always free to express their creativity through movement, song and playing instruments.
Exploring musical genres according to the season is also something that students can anticipate, which supports their understanding of how music can actually represent places and seasons.
The students of St. Andrew’s School stand poised in musical readiness to face the challenges of the Secondary School Music Curriculum, and are well grounded in a pedagogical scheme that balances experience with sound theoretical concepts. Our future is filled with numerous possibilities for musical excellence!
Exploring musical genres according to the season is also something that students can anticipate, which supports their understanding of how music can actually represent places and seasons.
The students of St. Andrew’s School stand poised in musical readiness to face the challenges of the Secondary School Music Curriculum, and are well grounded in a pedagogical scheme that balances experience with sound theoretical concepts. Our future is filled with numerous possibilities for musical excellence!
Playground
School playgrounds are not merely a place for students to let off steam or hang out during recess. Rather, a fun, safe playground environment stimulates students’ minds and allows for their cognitive, physical, and social development. In fact, outdoor play areas provide children with rich opportunities to grow, learn, and develop. For younger children and students with short attention spans, the school playground provides a much-needed break from sitting in the classroom, refreshing their minds for further learning.
Studies show that school playgrounds allow students to:
Studies show that school playgrounds allow students to:
- Improve motor skills and gain physical strength
- Improve balance and coordination
- Develop social skills
- Learn to share, communicate, and collaborate with others
- Learn to compromise and take turns
- Appreciate diversity in others
- Develop empathy
- Master new skills
- Gain independence
- Develop problem-solving skills
- Take on new challenges
- Experience success as a result of persistence and perseverance