It’s a fact that all kids learn in different ways, and this philosophy is something that’s not only acknowledged, but it is integrated into the way students are taught at Green School New Zealand in ōakura, Taranaki.
Their motto is ‘thrive with a purpose’, and they do this by teaching the importance of keeping people, planet, and profit in mind. Currently open to students years 1 to 11, Green School integrates transferable and entrepreneurial skills into their curriculum, encouraging students to learn through their experiences and doing things for themselves, explains CEO Chris Edwards.
“We have a school fair where students can only sell what they’ve made, and they must make everything themselves, sustainably. Whether it’s building a cycle rack or making soap, they need to do it all themselves,…