One-on-One
One-on-one Mentoring is offered with Mentors who specialise in the requested subject area. Student and Mentors are carefully selected to ensure that there is a strong rapport on which to build and develop Student’s learning. Successful outcomes of Students are owing to the positive relationships at the centre of our teaching philosophy.
Small Group
Small groups of 2-3 are offered to Students to promote peer collaboration. Students can work in a small group of Students, of similar ability level, to encourage them to help, focus and teach each other. Fostering a community culture within our Students promotes a positive learning environment that encourages Student-directed learning.
Workshops
Workshops are offered as an opportunity for Students to gain direction at the beginning of assessments. Dependent upon demand, Students have the opportunity to request workshops at the beginning of terms and assessment. Workshops are run of groups 4-8 for 1.5 hours and are interactive. Students are provided with worksheets and booklets to guide the learning process.
Skype
Students have the ability to have one-on-one sessions for Mentoring via Skype. This enables us to work with Students irrespective of their location and is particularly useful when Students are on exchange overseas, and still have to complete school work. Skype is an invaluable tool when reviewing Student work or working with Students who are unable to attend school. Students who are home-schooled also benefit from the additional insight offered from our Mentors.
Study Retreats
MKM runs a variety of retreats to engage Students in learning beyond the classroom context. We have run Creative Writing Retreats and Study Retreats amidst the natural beauty of the Gold Coast such as Currumbin Valley and the Hinterlands. Retreats involve scheduled programmes throughout the day with a range of Mentors, such as subject specialists as well as Organisation and Design Mentors to teach broader skills that can be applied to the life of a student. Additionally, we offer activities such as yoga and meditation, kayaking, hiking trails and group challenges that encourage health and well-being as well as group bonding during their stay.
Excursions
Students can attend a variety of excursions over the year such as theatre performances, art museums and exhibitions, or a visit to ABC studios for a live recording of QandA. We strongly encourage students to attend any excursions to build relationships and become active citizens of the wider community.
