Hi Rachel,

I really like the look of your designed classroom! It's obvious that your classroom design is student-centred, and the desk layout and work stations all promote participation and collaboration amongst the students. I especially love the inclusion of the two gardens out in the yard. I liked the idea of students having to tend to the garden as a way of developing their sense of responsibility.

If I had to make one suggestion, I’d add more places for students to display their work as it gives them a sense of ownership and promotes feelings of belonging. I really like the idea of hanging a fishing line from the ceiling and using that to display students' work.

Well done!

Luke

Rachel 

Your classroom design demonstrates a child centric focus that supports students through engaging work spaces and opportunities for creative and critical, hands on and experiential learning that all support all students being actively engaging  in learning. 

The well considered classroom layout provides space for both group and independent learning. The quiet area is an important inclusion that shows your understanding of meeting students needs including those with sensory  issues or special needs. There is also many areas -play and reading area and outside were students can sit with their parent or carer while they show them some work, read a book or have a quick hug if separating is difficult.  The neat and spacious layout may support children with special needs who may find to many items on display,  full cluttered spaces overwhelming and even distressing  and 

The social and emotional wellbeing of the children has been thoughtfully considered along with the educational needs and very well demonstrates the standard.