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PPLE College PPLE College

What You Don't Learn in School

At PPLE, we pride ourselves on the rich educational experience we offer. But we also recognise that some essential life topics aren't typically covered in an academic setting. To bridge this gap, we've collaborated with a knowledgeable team of educators to design a course that touches on these very subjects.

The ‘What You Don’t Learn in School’ programme invites you to explore significant life questions and develop your emotional intelligence, by means of curiosity and experimentation. It’s not so much about finding definitive answers to the questions we all wrestle with, the aim is rather to get to know yourself and one another a bit better, and to develop a well-rounded perspective on life's major themes.

In the first year, which begins with the introductory session "Discover yourself", we will explore individual strengths, vulnerabilities, and personal values and aspirations. The programme will then cover numerous intrapersonal topics, from decision making in uncertain times, to communication and effective conflict resolution skills.

The second year will go beyond the individual and focus on broader philosophical, cultural and psychological lenses about major themes in life, such as work and relationships.

These workshops are designed not only to impart knowledge but to encourage reflection and sharing. Throughout, you'll have the chance to share personal insights and discover common vulnerabilities, within the context of constant set of WYDLIS classmates and a validating mentor.

Meet Matthew Yeoh, coordinator of What You Don't Learn in School

Matthew has been teaching at PPLE for some years and has now taken on the role of coordinator for the What You Don't Learn in School course.

"I firmly believe that the ultimate goal of education should be to help students develop the necessary perspectives to live their most emotionally fulfilling lives, on both a personal and societal level. Drawing on my background in psychology; I hope our programme affords our students the chance to acquire the aforementioned lenses, with curiosity, warmth and openness."

Meet student assistants Alexia and Eliska

Student perspectives are particularly important for refining the What You Don't Learn in School course. Alexia and Eliska's input has been instrumental in providing insights to optimise its operation.

As a WYDLIS student assistant, I hope to represent students’ perspective on the best ways to develop skills beyond the classroom - Alexia
I decided to become a WYDLIS student assistant to help provide emotional growth opportunities for students - Eliska