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Sharan Kaur

Kākano Team Teacher

Hub 1

About Me

Kia Ora, Namaste, Sat Shri Akal! I was born in New Zealand and raised in India. I moved back to New Zealand when I was 15. I studied software engineering before starting my journey as a primary school teacher. I am currently a Year 0/1 teacher. I enjoy being in the classroom with my students and helping them to learn and grow. I value empathy and kindness and believe in having a positive mindset! Outside of school, I love spending time with my family, friends and my dog Nero.

E: sharan@chelsea.school.nz

Sarah Jones

Kākano Team Teacher

Hub 1

About Me

Kia ora! I'm Sarah Jones. Originally from Wellington, my family moved to Auckland when I was 7, and I saw out the rest of my Primary School years right here at Chelsea School! After completing the rest of my schooling locally, i spent over 15 years in the early childhood sector, before making the move to Primary teaching over a year ago. It is so great to be back working at a school I have such a connection with and I look forward to supporting our newest members of the school, just beginning their schooling journey, in developing a connection with the school also. I aim to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed, developing a love of learning and for school. Being a mother of 2 young children, I enjoy spending my spare time with my family, going to the beach, camping (or should I say glamping), and taking the time to relax with a good book or Netflix series.

E: sarahj@chelsea.school.nz

Rebecca Hedges

Kākano Team Teacher, Team Leader

Hub 2

About Me

Kia Ora, Talofa, Privet! Originally from Wellington, I arrived at Chelsea in 2016 via Samoa and the Southern Hawkes Bay. I am currently teaching Year 1/2 and leading the Pakiaka team. I am also responsible for the APPA choir, Jump Jam and am the staff representative to the Board of Trustees. I love the "aha" moments where children surprise themselves by tackling and succeeding with something they find challenging. I love singing, reading and using big words. As somewhat of a baking aficionado, when I'm not at school, you can also find me experimenting with different flavour combinations or reading recipe books.

E: rebecca@chelsea.school.nz

Alicia Venter

Kākano Team Teacher

Hub 2

About Me

Kia ora! I’m Alicia Venter, I’m a South-African Kiwi as I was born in South Africa but raised predominantly here in beautiful Aotearoa. I’ve lived most of my life in Taranaki, but this will be my third time living in Tāmaki Makaurau. After teaching for almost 5 years, I recently took time off to travel through Europe and Japan. I’m very excited to be joining the wonderful Kākano team and be a part of the incredible work they are doing at Chelsea Primary School. My favourite thing about being a teacher is having the chance to support children in their passions and encourage their curiosity of the world. I especially love to teach literacy and inquiry topics. When I’m not in the classroom, I’ll most likely be reading a good book, enjoying one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s many stunning beaches, or exploring hiking trails.

E: alicia@chelsea.school.nz

 
Kākano – New Entrants and Year 1
 
Welcome to Kākano! 2023 There are currently 1 Kākano Classrooms:
Hub 1:  Nick Smud   nick@chelsea.school.nz
Hub 1:  Rebecca Hedges   rebecca@chelsea.school.nz
Hub 1:  Nicky Davis  nicky@chelsea.school.nz
 
For us in Kākano there is a real focus on developing independence and self management skills. Starting school involves adjusting to new routines and expectations. In line with our Team name “Kākano” this is a time of great learning and development. We believe that by providing a caring and consistent environment learners will foster a love and curiosity for learning and being at school. In order to achieve this we:
  • Balance play and learning in a play based learning model
  • Promote both the key competencies from the New Zealand Curriculum and the Chelsea school motto, values and DNA.
  • Create firm home school partnerships, communication is key
  • Adopt a growth mindset where can’t is replaced by ‘not yet’ thinking
  • Value attempts at learning and the process rather than the result – First Attempt in Learning mindset.
  • Utilise a range of strategies to support learners to adjust to school life
  • Have a safe, nurturing environment where learning risk taking is fostered and high expectations are embedded in classrooms.

We are excited to be a part of your child’s learning journey and look forward to working alongside you. Through our Seesaw blog you can catch a glimpse of some of our learning and adventures at school.

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