“I am very excited about working with our Primary teachers who are dedicated to the mission of our College. They are highly motivated in continuing on their life-long learning journey and to assure that all students progress academically, spiritually, socially and physically. Our teachers will help students to ARISE (Achieve, Relationships, Identity, Service, Excellence), putting Christ-centred learning at the front of our facilitation.”
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Primary School
– Mrs Julie Lockyer – Head of Primary School.
The learning adventure continues as children start our Primary School
We are committed to offering a broad range of educational experiences that are interesting, engaging, challenging and fun. A diverse curriculum encourages lifelong learning that helps equip them for the years of schooling ahead.
Our Primary School curriculum is developed from a God-centred perspective and acknowledges Him as the ultimate source of knowledge. A strong academic foundation is laid in these early years and built on from the Prep year. The Primary curriculum is framed and in accordance with the new Australian Curriculum.
Prep focuses on the development of social skills, emotional and spiritual needs, as well as stimulating physical and intellectual abilities. The learning area reflects the home environment and from time to time children join in activities with the Junior Primary School to further the continuum of learning.
From Years 1 – 6 we seek to develop strong inter-disciplinary skills and creative thinking, introducing the children to a holistic view of education. Building relationship skills and resilience is a core component of the Primary program.
Features include:
Specialist teachers in Physical Education, Library, Music and Japanese
Whole brain teaching
Well resourced reading program and teaching of phonics
Basketball and OzTag Academy for Years 5 and 6 (including preparatory training in Year 4)
After-school sport for Prep – Year 6
Progressive camp program
Sporting events e.g. carnivals in swimming, cross country and athletics, as well as interschool sports competition, all with a distinct focus on inclusion and fair play
Air-conditioned modern classrooms and facilities
The Primary Curriculum provides for development in other sports