Students learn in different ways and at different rates. Some learning is done individually and some in groups. Inclusion Collaboration Staff Parents Community Characteristics of Richmond Classrooms Students come from many different backgrounds. They have a wide variety of learning styles, strengths and needs. All students are welcomed and supported in their neighbourhood school.
Teachers use a variety of instructional methods.
Our overall educational goal, our beliefs, the principles of learning, and the provincial curriculum bring unity to this diversity. In many classrooms there are, at some times, more than one adult working because Learning Services Teachers often work right in the classroom. Many classrooms also have the services of a Classroom Assistant who works with the teacher to help create a supportive environment for all students. Teaching and non-teaching staff work together as a team under the direction of the classroom teacher. Teamwork in the School Secretarial and custodial staff provide essential support services.