Years 7- 10
All courses and units of study reflect The Australian National Curriculum. This is an important focus in the high school as well as an emphasis on personal development and living skills. The curriculum provides educational, recreational, vocational and social experiences to support students to achieve a satisfying quality of life with vocational pathways a priority. We have a strong focus and commitment to Pastoral Care and we have allocated 4 hours each week to this important area. A range of elective options are available that directly reflect National Curriculum priorities.
All students in years 7 – 10 study English, Mathematics, Science, History or Geography and Physical Education. In addition students select 2 elective units of study. Units could include: Textiles, Visual Arts, Pottery/Ceramics, Wood technology, Food technology, Outdoor Educations, Leisure Skills, Music, Dance or Drama.
Year 10 is an important Transition point and while some eligible students will elect to progress to the senior college program many will transition to another supported college setting.
Years 11 and 12
Senior students continue units of study in alignment with the Australian Curriculum. Post-school options and supported pathways to the future are a priority and are planned with students, families, other agencies and Disability ACT.
Participation in work experience, social placement and extended work placements are a strong focus and important preparation for transition from college to post-school life.
Indigenous Education
ACT public schools encourage Indigenous students to participate in education so as to achieve equitable and appropriate educational outcomes, especially with literacy and numeracy skills. Indigenous programs also aim to increase student understanding of, and respect for, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural perspectives and to extend the teaching of these perspectives across the school curriculum. These programs assist schools to implement measures to address prejudice and racism and address the maintenance and development of Indigenous languages.