LEARNER PROFILE
Balanced
We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives intellectual, physical, and emotional to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.
Caring
We show empathy, compassion, and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.
Communicator
We express ourselves con¬fidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.
Inquirer
We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.
Knowledgeable
We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.
Open-Minded
We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.
Principled
We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.
Reflective
We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.
Risk Taker
We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.
Thinker
We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
APPROACHES TO LEARNING
Social Skills
Interpersonal relationships, social and emotional intelligence
Thinking Skills
Critical-thinking skills, Creative-thinking skills, Transfer Skills, Reflection/ Metacognitive Skills
Research Skills
Information literacy, Media literacy, Ethical use of media/ information
Self-Management Skills: Organization, States of Mind
Mindfulness, Perseverance, Emotional management, Self-motivation, Resilience
Communication Skills
Exchanging information, Literacy, ICT
TRANSDISCIPLINARY THEME: WHERE WE ARE IN PLACE AND TIME
SKILLS
Developing Questions and Planning Inquiries
Gathering, Interpreting Evaluating Sources and Using Evidence
Applying Disciplinary Concepts and Tools
Scientific Enquiry and Engineering Practices
Communicating Conclusions and Taking Informed Action
TRANSDISCIPLINARY THEME: HOW THE WORLD WORKS
SKILLS
Developing Questions and Planning Inquiries
Gathering, Interpreting Evaluating Sources and Using Evidence
Applying Disciplinary Concepts and Tools
Scientific Inquiry and Engineering Practices
Communicating Conclusions and Taking Informed Action
TRANSDISCIPLINARY THEME: SHARING THE PLANET
SKILLS
Developing Questions and Planning Inquiries
Gathering, Interpreting Evaluating Sources and Using Evidence
Applying Disciplinary Concepts and Tools
Scientific Inquiry and Engineering Practices
Communicating Conclusions and Taking Informed Action
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ORAL – SPEAKING & LISTENING
Comprehension and Collaboration
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas
LANGUAGE
Conventions of Standard English
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
WRITTEN LANGUAGE – READING
Informational Texts
Literature
WRITTEN LANGUAGE – WRITING
Text types and Purposes
Production and distribution of Writing
Research to Build and Present Knowledge
Handwriting
MATHEMATICS
NUMBER
Number and Number Sense
Operations on Numbers
Numerical Operations and Estimation
DATA HANDLING
Data Representation
Data Analysis
Inferences and Predictions
SPACE & SHAPE
Geometric Properties
Transformation of Shapes
Coordinate Geometry
MEASUREMENT
Physical Attributes
Systems of Measurement
PATTERN & FUNCTION
Patterns, Relations, and Functions
Algebraic Models
PERSONAL, SOCIAL, PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
IDENTITY SELF-AWARENESS
Self-Awareness
Self-Management
Social Awareness
INTERACTION – SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Relationship Skills
Responsible decision-making
ACTIVE LIVING – PHYSICAL FITNESS
Height (in cms)
Weight (in kg)
Standing Broad Jump (in mts)
Basketball Throw (in mts)
30 Mts Sprint (in secs)
10*6 Mts Agility (in secs)
600 Mts Run (in secs)
Flexibility (in cms)
VISUAL ARTS
Creating
Responding
MUSIC
Creating
Responding
Performing
MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGE
SKILLS
Oral language – listening and speaking
Visual language – viewing and presenting
Written language – reading
Written language – writing
ICT
SKILLS
Basic Computing Systems
Word Processing
Spreadsheets (Tables, Charts and Graphs)
Multimedia and Presentation Tools
Digital Art
Coding
Responsible Digital Citizenship
Research and Gathering Information
Communication and Collaboration
CLASS TEACHER COMMENTS
TARGETS