Safe Learning & Behaviour Standards
Not your traditional school
At Balsam we must put a significant emphasis on student self-regulation skills and the ability to learn in various locations, deal with multiple transitions, and all without expressing behaviour that is disruptive to the learning or safety of their classmates. The Balsam School is truly unique. We are not just a kinder, gentler, smaller more outdoorsy version of a traditional school.
Behaviour
Learning at Balsam is a ‘big ask’ of both students and staff. Students beginning in kindergarten need to be able to attend to meaningful learning experiences both in class, in our community and in nature. This means being able to manage and self-regulate personal behaviour, listen, and follow instructions of his or her teacher and support the learning of his or her fellow students.
Safey & Safe Learning
Disruptive behaviour both in class, and when we venture in nature or our community, is a real and present safety issue. Students who do not listen, and cause other students to not listen, can miss important safety instructions prior to a learning experience, and crucial directions when a prompt reaction is required of students.
only learn behind a desk when 
you can
learn 
outside?