Hands on Learning
HoL allows secondary school students to participate 1 day per week in various practical projects, which may be within the school or outside in the local community. Some examples include building basic structures, bricklaying, furniture making, painting, sculpture and landscaping.
The group will consist of 2 staff and up to 10 students from different year levels. The staff are referred to as artisan-teachers and are employed by the school.
Students will spend an entire day in HoL and as well as completing practical projects they will also prepare and share meals together as a group.
Why we are doing it
HoL was implemented to provide students with a wider choice of curriculum. We intentionally designed this program to provide an alternative to the classroom structure and normal learning style, where new skills can be learnt by doing and experiencing.
Popularity of the program
It is a privilege for students to have an opportunity to be in the HoL program. We have limited places, and a waiting list exists for students wishing to be involved. This is not a program for students who want a day out of school. This program helps students maintain a positive attitude to school, and they really look forward to their HoL day.
The four pillars of HoL: why this is our foundation
HoL is an innovative onsite education program made up of four fundamental elements that build a platform for young people to grow in confidence, engage and achieve at school.