Stage 3 – Years 5 and 6
Critical Collaborators.- Deepening independence, emerging and developing leadership, demonstrating skills and understandings in multiple ways.
Stage 3 – Years 5 and 6
Critical Collaborators
Critical Collaborators
Deepening independence, developing leadership, and demonstrating skills in diverse ways are key focuses of Stage 3. At Calvary, we remind students that while mastering curriculum content is important, developing lifelong skills matters even more. Through the intentional development of the twelve learning habits in the Calvary Learning Habits Framework, students grow in responsibility, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Flexible groupings allow students to work at a pace and depth that suits their learning needs, encouraging them to stretch their capabilities. Students refine their inquiry skills by posing their own questions, inspired by teacher-designed, theme-based provocations. Collaborative opportunities include working in friendship groups or teacher-directed teams, blending academic levels, personalities, or learning styles. These groupings foster peer modeling, tolerance, and respect for different approaches to problem-solving.
The multi-age nature of our classes offers unique benefits, enabling students to lead and be led graciously. Knowledge and understanding are expressed in varied ways, including oral presentations, visual or technological displays, and written work. Students are empowered to exercise voice and choice in their learning and assessment, making the experience meaningful.
A dedicated pastoral care team provides personal support as students prepare for the transition to Middle School and navigate increasingly complex social relationships. Leadership opportunities also expand during this stage, with students contributing to College life and learning to influence others for good.
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal,
Prep - Stage 3
Ammie Delosa
Head of Stage 3
Stage 3 Gallery
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