Why single sex schools?

It is the aim of every parent to have his child in a caring environment – where he can explore his capabilities to the fullest.  We also have the right to make a choice which suits our child best and it is important the we make informed decisions on what the right school and education for my child is for 2015 and beyond.

Single sex education has been debated over the years and a lot of research hasbeen done on this issue – included is some hyperlinks to relevant statistics and research on this topic – you may find reasons why it may be important for you to choose a BOYS ONLY school for your son.

Gavin Keller
Brain Function Expert
Gavin Keller inspired the staff over 2 sessions. He reminded us why we chose to teach boys and that boys are really different to girls. Their brains are physiologically different to girls. This is not just a rumour, but a fact! Boys function on a very physical level and are in need of constant praise and reward. Boys show very little importance to details and would rather get the job done, than spend extra time decorating and making it “look pretty”. Boys are actually the weaker sex and their egos are very easily bruised. They are not nearly as resilient as their girl counterparts. A boy is a very emotional being that has been forced by society to act as the big macho.
 

Gavin het ook vir ons goeie idees gegee vir ons klaskamers. Daar is verduidelik hoekom ons tot in die hoë grade ‘n hoekie nodig het waar die seuns kan ontsnap en ontspan. Seuns soek “womb space” waar hulle net rustig kan wees met hulself. ‘n Seun vind dit baie moeilik om stil te sit terwyl hy na inligting luister – daar is dus aanbeveel dat daar ‘n “vroetelboks” moet wees, waar hy self ‘n item kan uitkies om mee te speel terwyl Juffrou klas gee, bv. strooitjies, papierglyers, vere, ens. As nuwe leermateriaal aangeleer is, moet daar ‘n dinamiese oomblik wees waar die seun se brein besluit “ja, ek luister hierna” in plaas van net afskakel. Hierdie inligting en idees is op ‘n baie praktiese manier aan ons oorgedra.
 

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