Rothewood Academy White Rock

At Rothewood Academy White Rock, our JK2’s have been exploring our Community Helpers theme this month in the most exciting way 🚓👮‍♂️

We were so lucky to have local police officers visit our school, giving the children a hands-on look inside a real police car and teaching us all about safety in our community. From flashing lights to important safety lessons, the children were engaged, curious, and full of questions!

Experiences like these help bring learning to life, building connections between the classroom and the world around us 💙

Diving deep into ocean exploration 🌊🐚

Our JK3 learners engaged in a meaningful, hands-on STEM experience as they created their own “ocean in a bottle.” Using water as a base, they carefully poured and mixed oil, noticing how the two liquids interacted and separated. With the addition of loose materials, the children observed how different objects moved, floated, and shifted just like the waves, currents, and life within the ocean 🌊✨

This inquiry-based activity encouraged curiosity, problem-solving, and thoughtful observation. The children asked questions, made predictions, and explored cause and effect as they experimented with their bottles. Each creation became a unique representation of their understanding, creativity, and imagination.

Through play and exploration, we are fostering early scientific thinking, collaboration, and a deeper connection to the natural world. Moments like these highlight the power of hands-on learning and the joy of discovery 💙

In our JK1 program at Rothewood Academy, the children have been exploring healthy foods through a Reggio-inspired lens, where their ideas and curiosities guide the learning journey. 🍎🥕

Our discussions began with simple questions What makes food healthy? How does it help our bodies? The children shared their thoughts, building on one another’s ideas and developing a deeper understanding together.

This curiosity extended into a real-world experience as the children helped select and “purchase” ingredients for our smoothie-making project. 🛒

Through this process, they practiced decision-making, collaboration, and responsibility, seeing themselves as capable and active participants in their learning.
As we prepared our smoothies, the classroom transformed into a space of exploration and discovery.

The children measured, poured, mixed, and observed engaging their senses while noticing changes in texture, colour, and taste. 🥤 Conversations flowed as they described their experiences, asked questions, and reflected on their choices.

This meaningful experience supported not only an understanding of healthy living, but also fostered a strong sense of community, independence, and confidence.🍏

At Rothewood Academy White Rock, our exploration of community helpers invited the JK1’s to think deeply about the role of construction workers and their contributions to the spaces we live, play, and learn in.🧱🚜 Through meaningful conversations, the children shared their theories about how homes, roads, and buildings are created, and the importance of collaboration, care, and the tools that support this work.

To extend this inquiry, the children engaged in a rich, sensory experience using wooden blocks and shaving cream. ❤️🌳

Through this experience, the children demonstrated creativity, problem-solving, and fine motor development while engaging in imaginative and collaborative play. Their joy, curiosity, and willingness to experiment highlighted the power of hands-on learning and the many ways children make meaning of the world around them 🌍

Our Mother’s Day celebration at Rothewood Academy White Rock was such a beautiful day filled with laughter, connection, and meaningful moments. From fun, interactive games to creative art projects made with little hands and big hearts, it was so special to see everyone come together and share in the joy 🎨✨

Watching the smiles, hugs, and proud moments throughout the day truly made it unforgettable 💕

Thank you for taking the time to celebrate with us and for everything you do each and every day. Your love, dedication, and support mean the world to us and to your children 💖

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our incredible team at Rothewood Academy White Rock 🍎✨

We are so grateful for the passion, care, and dedication you bring each and every day.

Thank you for inspiring young minds, creating a nurturing environment, and making a lasting difference in the lives of our children. We appreciate you more than words can say ❤️

As we move through the spring season, we look forward to celebrating together as a community and honouring the special people in our children’s lives.

Here are a few important dates to keep in mind:
📅 May 8 — Mother’s Day Celebration
📅 May 18 — Victoria Day (Schools Closed)

We hope this serves as a helpful reminder as you plan your month ahead. Thank you for being part of the Rothewood community and for the care, love, and support you bring into your children’s lives each day.

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With summer just around the corner, our summer program at Rothewood Academy White Rock, is the perfect blend of fun, creativity, and learning 🤍🌳

We’re excited to welcome new students and families into our program this summer! With engaging activities, outdoor play, and meaningful connections, it’s a season full of growth and joy 🤍

Limited spaces available now enrolling!

Happy Earth Day from Rothewood Academy White Rock 🌎💚

Today, our little learners explored, created, and imagined using loose parts and recycled materials ♻️ From cardboard and bottle caps to fabric scraps and natural treasures, creativity came to life while we learned the importance of caring for our planet.

By reusing what we already have, we’re teaching children that small actions can make a big difference 🌱 Together, we can nurture a love for the Earth and inspire the next generation to protect it.