The Good Shepherd learning experience
First and foremost we evaluate our teaching and learning through the lens of the learning that matters for our students.
The Learning That Matters
At Good Shepherd, learning is a dynamic and transformative journey to equip students with the tools to succeed in today’s and tomorrow’s world.
We deliver learning experiences that are intentionally aimed at building educational success and preparing our students for life in the 21st century, focusing on six key areas of learning:
- Academic learning – preparing students for lifelong learning.
- Creative learning – adding to the richness and diversity of learning.
- Technological learning – utilising technologies to enhance learning.
- Wellbeing learning – living well and relating with others.
- Global learning – engaging students with the world around them.
- Spiritual learning – learning to live in God’s love.
21st century learning skills
The development of 21st century learning skills is essential to teaching and learning at Good Shepherd. The Learning that Matters at Good Shepherd describes the skills, knowledge and expertise students must master to succeed in work and life.
Our students at Good Shepherd develop the following essential skills through our learning program:
- critical thinking
- a highly effective communicator
- collaboration
- creativity
- commitment to Christian spirituality
- technology and media literacy
- innovation
- global and environmental awareness
- social, emotional and physical self awareness
- problem solving
- finance and economic literacy.
Learning support and enhancement
To ensure every student thrives, Good Shepherd provides differentiated learning opportunities catering to a wide range of academic abilities. Our Learning Enhancement Teachers partner with Classroom Teachers to support and extend student learning in the classroom. The Learning Enhancement program also offers small group support and extension activities tailored to the specific needs of each student cohort.