The Grove Community School  (Gr JK - 06)

Community

Fostering a sense of community is the cornerstone of The Grove. Children and their families will experience and contribute to a sense of community in the school through activities, organized events throughout the year (such as potlucks, Grove Gatherings, concerts), and volunteerism.
The Grove values, respects, and fosters equity and diversity in its school community. The Grove provides a community where children from diverse families feel safe and see themselves and their families reflected and valued. Read more about Community

Collaboration, Grove Gatherings and School Events

The Grove provides a non-competitive and collaborative environment for children. As a community, teachers, parents, caregivers, families, staff, and children collaborate and create opportunities, to enable children to excel. The practice of calling teachers by their first names is an expression of collaboration.
Collaboration is also modeled through democratic decision-making. Teachers encourage all students to share their ideas, opinions and feelings,and to explore different points of view. We have created opportunities for students to choose a monthly special event, called “Wacky Wednesday”, which honours the children’s interests. Read more about Collaboration, Grove Gatherings and School Events

Respect for Children’s Voices

Child-centred education is about respecting, recognizing, and responding to a child's needs and rights and providing a safe and nurturing learning environment where each child can flourish. Child-centred education rejects stereotypes and enables children to be themselves and find their own voices. The Grove is a school where differences are the norm! Read more about Respect for Children’s Voices

Holistic Education

At The Grove, we believe that education should sustain and nurture the multiple dimensions of human beings – physical, intellectual, aesthetic, emotional, and spiritual.    At The Grove, we believe that education should sustain and nurture the multiple dimensions of human beings – physical, intellectual, aesthetic, emotional, and spiritual. Read more about Holistic Education

Democratic Decision-Making and Practice

At The Grove we want to prepare students, especially those in the junior grades, to share significantly in making decisions about their education, including the curriculum. For example, our goals include offering students ongoing and regular opportunities to help shape the agenda and direction of their individual and group learning Read more about Democratic Decision-Making and Practice