Dear Parents,
It feels like this letter needs to be written today. The full moon and the slow, slow shift to summer is asking for clarity and I realise that I need to be clearer. After much thought, managing my levels of energy, observing the children and feeling things through, I’ve come to a clear sense that at this stage in my life I need to do what I can, in and with the time, energy and space that I have. What it means for this class, at this point and for me, is that six children make a manageable group. I can’t see that this will change for me in the near future. It also means that I can still teach here at home, where I can manage my personal space and classroom and provide a space for the children that we all love. Doug is also here to connect with the children and support what I do. However, this does not stop any other class group from forming within the Silver Willow Cottage school. If and when parents find that the time is right, and that another group is ready to be formed, then that will and needs to happen - if there is a wish for the school to grow. I want the school to grow. Another teacher would be needed for these children and a space would need to be found. I will fully support and be there for that. But, for my little group, I would like to keep it at the size that it is. This means that I am setting a ceiling of six children in the class. However, if a child leaves, we can consider bringing another child into the group. This is what I am willing to commit to. I think that what we have is very precious and special and should be guarded and cared for. We don’t know what the future holds and in this very difficult time in the world, it feels prudent and wise to keep classes small and intimate, if we can. It may be that once the children are older and more self-directed and independent, a bigger class could be possible, but that would be something in the future to grapple with and consider – and not for us to worry about today. I believe that a slow, steady growth and development would be a good way for Silver Willow to go. I hope that this letter clear and that you can see that even though I may be drawing a clear line in the sand, your children are at the centre of my concern. I can only be a good teacher if I am well. Wishing you all a good week. Warmly. Teacher Beulah 20th October 2021
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