Middle School
The unique educational and developmental needs of adolescents form the foundation of the Middle School program. As students face new expectations and work to develop their identities, teaching strategies support individual growth while recognising the importance of cooperative learning and group belonging.
Recognising that early adolescence is a period of significant physical and emotional change, Siate helps students build confidence and develop independence by providing a supportive and caring learning environment. Multidisciplinary experiences, hands-on, student-directed activities, and first-hand engagement with primary sources encourage active and enthusiastic participation.
As students mature, they assume greater responsibility. Teachers and students work together in an atmosphere of respect and sensitivity towards others, experiencing the joy of discovering, learning, and knowing.
A Journey of Growth and Discovery
Middle School students begin to think critically and reason abstractly. The Siate learning experience supports students during a period of rapid intellectual and personal growth, helping them strengthen independent learning skills and begin to pursue specific learning interests.
Advisory Program
The Siate Advisory Program supports students’ personal, social, and academic growth by fostering a strong sense of belonging and community. Through every-other-day advisory sessions, students engage in social-emotional learning, restorative practices, and activities that promote wellbeing, digital citizenship, and self-management skills. The program also builds connections across grade levels through the House Program and encourages student leadership and voice. Rooted in Siate’s Core Values and Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills, the advisory program helps students develop as compassionate, reflective, and responsible members of the school community.
Co-Curricular Activities
Students have numerous opportunities to deepen their learning and engage beyond the classroom through a wide range of co-curricular activities. Programs such as Model UN, Middle School Choir, and Robotics provide meaningful avenues to expand understanding, explore new experiences, enrich academic learning, and enjoy the process.
Motivation Mindset
Siate’s motivation mindset shifts emphasis away from outcomes alone and towards effort and process. Students learn that struggle is a natural part of learning, challenges are opportunities for growth, and that setting goals and working consistently are just as important as achieving them.
Profile-Building
The school follows a comprehensive profile-building approach for every Middle School student. Students’ academic progress is closely tracked through curricular learning and assessments. Co-curricular activities such as clubs, sports, arts, and leadership programs are an integral part of each student’s profile. Skills, interests, achievements, and personal growth are regularly documented and reviewed. This balanced approach ensures overall development and prepares students for future academic and career pathways.
Student Clubs
Students can pursue their interests through a diverse range of established clubs, including the Going Green (Eco Club), Feminist Club, Debate Club, Civic Club, Biomedical Club, and more.
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