As a parent of a primary school student, you will want to know what your child is learning so you can help them at home. You and your child’s teachers will be the most important influences on your son’s or daughter’s education.

Religious Education

Prayer is a very important part of the life of the school.  The students pray daily and on special occasions.  We celebrate Whole School Masses during the term and celebrate special Feast Days.  Class Liturgies are a very successful part of our Religious Education Program.

We invite all families of the school to join with the Parish Community for weekend Masses.

The Sacramental Programs are as follows:

• Year 2 – The Sacrament of Reconciliation
• Year 3 – The Sacrament of the Eucharist
• Year 6 – The Sacrament of Confirmation

The Sacramental Programs are run in close consultation with the Parish and begin with a Parent Information Evening.

English

In English, students learn to read, write, speak , view and represent language. They learn about the English language and literature through working with a wide range of spoken, visual, multimedia and digital texts. Students learn how language varies according to context, and how to communicate to a range of audiences for different purposes. They learn to read for information and pleasure. Students gain a sound grasp of language structures, punctuation, spelling and grammar and learn to think in ways that are imaginative, creative and critical.

Mathematics

Mathematics develops students’ thinking, understanding, competence and confidence with numbers, shapes and measurement. Students learn to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions and decimals. They learn to measure time and calculate with money. They learn geometry, algebra and how to work with data and graphs. Students use mathematical knowledge to communicate, problem ­solve and reason.

Science and Technology

Science and Technology develops students’ skills in thinking, investigating and problem­ solving. It gives them knowledge and skills in scientific investigation and inquiry, design and applying technologies. Children pose questions, test ideas, and develop and evaluate arguments based on evidence.

Students are given access to a range of devices to further encourage engaging, collaborative, and active 21st-century learning within the classroom. 

This includes:

• iPads
• Chromebook 1:1 Program
• Bee Bots (programmable robots)
• Sphero (programmable robots)
• MaKey Makey’s (programmable circuit boards)

History

Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) provides opportunities for students to explore how people, events and forces from the past have shaped their world. They investigate their personal and community identity and gain an understanding of their nation and its place in the world. They learn to participate effectively in maintaining and improving the quality of their society and environment.

Geography

Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) provides opportunities for students to explore how people, events and forces from the past have shaped their world. They investigate their personal and community identity and gain an understanding of their nation and its place in the world. They learn to participate effectively in maintaining and improving the quality of their society and environment.

Creative Arts

Creative Arts gives students experiences in the visual arts, music, drama and dance. They have opportunities to explore their creativity in each of these areas. Students learn to appreciate the meanings and values that each artform offers. They perform and express themselves through the visual arts, music, drama and dance.

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) develops the knowledge, skills and attitudes students need to lead healthy, active and fulfilling lives. Students learn about the importance of good food and regular exercise and develop positive attitudes towards a healthy lifestyle. Students learn how bodies grow and change over time. They learn skills to play individual and team sports, and the values of sportsmanship and teamwork.If you would like any further information visit NSW Government Parent Guide to the NSW Primary Syllabuses.