What are the advantages of mixed age classes?
Diversity enhances the classroom experience and age is only one aspect of this. It brings with it a wide range of benefits. Added to this, children have much to gain from their peers and age shouldn’t necessarily determine this group. Cooperation and tutoring among peers increases achievement and self-esteem in both older and younger children. Students are able to reinforce their skills and knowledge as they learn from each other, building confidence and responsibility. Through established routines in the classroom allow children to develop skills at any age, younger children are given the stability of seeing where they’ve been. There is an added advantage that students and teachers can enjoy the experience of being together for more than one year.
