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Empowering Small Schools for Transformative Change
“In an era where education is constantly evolving, microschools have emerged as catalysts for innovation, providing personalized and community-centered learning experiences.” – Jordan Luster & Aarika Guerrero
The case for small schools 'must not be underestimated' says governor of Pontypridd school which could close
“The case for small classes and small schools in education must not be underestimated.’ She added that larger buildings and large classes don’t suit all children and that it can be extremely challenging for pupils with additional learning needs. She said: ‘I feel that placing pupils in larger classes does not represent progress.'”
Elly Foster: The threat to our small schools
“I knew all the children in the school, knew their parents too, could spot an upset child in the playground and give extra attention, knowing a mother was undergoing chemotherapy or a dog had died. A small school is like an extended family where children can feel safe.”
The 'invisible' magic of Australia's 2100 small schools
“Your shopkeepers, police, nurses, doctors need that education on the doorstep, let alone the farming families. You need those schools to keep the township going.” – Ms. Mahony
New from Dr. Stuart Grauer
Annotated Bibliography
By way of introduction, this document can be used by all Small School Advocates along with our “Size of A Small School” article for all people interested in conducting research or literature reviews as they develop the best information about small schools. These are great resources for all those developing speeches, blogs, and articles on small schools.
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The small school movement is gaining popularity worldwide among educational institutions of all types. Even a cursory glance at the ever-growing body of both academic and “real world” research proves why: Because the small school movement provides a fertile environment for authentic peer-to-peer and student-teacher relationships, safety, learner-centered empowerment, and community involvement. We invite you to follow our work or contact us to learn more about the small school movement!