Curriculum
The Junior School Curriculum is based on the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities. The sequential development of basic skills is seen as critical to long-term success.
Special Features:
- Art: Specialist teachers
- Camping Program: Years 3-6
- Computing: All classrooms have computers and all Year 5 and Year 6 students have notebooks.
- Drama: Each class performs at least once per year.
- Languages: German Years 5-6, French Years 5-6 and Chinese Prep-6.
- Library: Specialist teacher Librarian
Music:
- Specialist teachers
- Music appreciation
- Violin – Years 2-3
- ‘Cello – Year 3
- Individual tuition
- Music groups
Physical Education:
- Specialist teachers
- Perceptual motor skills
- Program Prep – Year 2
Science and Technology:
- Extension Science
- Technology Studies
Special Education Department:
- Extension work
- Reading and Mathematics Recovery
- Remediation