Learning
At our school, we teach the NSW curriculum and offer many different subjects to support each student’s learning. We know that development of skills in literacy and numeracy are the building blocks for learning and for everyday life. Our teachers use effective teaching strategies to help students achieve their goals.
Why choose us for your child’s learning?
Strong foundations
We focus on the skills your child needs to succeed in school and beyond. This helps them feel confident and prepared for the future.
High-quality education
We offer a range of subjects to match what students enjoy and want to learn about. Our skilled teachers support every student to find what they love, do their best and succeed.
Inclusive and personalised learning
Our teachers adjust how they teach to suit your child’s needs, interests and learning pace. We make sure every student feels confident and supported.
Extension opportunities
Some students are ready for more challenges. We offer open-ended tasks, enrichment programs and support. We help all students to reach their full potential.
What students learn
Students learn a wide range of subjects in the NSW curriculum. They build skills, think creatively and prepare for life beyond school.
Explore how we teach the NSW curriculum through key learning areas.
The six key learning areas are:
- English
- Mathematics
- Human Society and Its Environment (comprising History and Geography)
- Science and Technology
- Creative Arts
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
At our school, students can take part in special religious education (SRE) or special education in ethics (SEE) classes, depending on what’s available. These classes are delivered by approved providers.
When enrolling your child, you’ll be able to choose an option from the approved providers offered at our school. Students not attending SRE or SEE are given supervised alternative meaningful activities.
You’re welcome to change your choice at any time. Just let us know in writing.
At Neutral Bay Public School, Special Religious Education (SRE) and Special Education in Ethics (SEE) is delivered every Wednesday afternoon at the following times:
1:40-2:10pm - K-2 students
2:10-2:40pm - Stage 2 students (Years 3 & 4)
2:40-3:10pm - Stage 3 students (Years 5 & 6)
The following SRE classes are offered at Neutral Bay Public School:
Option 1: Catholic Scripture
Option 2: Protestant Scripture
Option 3: Jewish Scripture
Option 4: Islamic Scripture
Option 5: Bahai Scripture
OR
Option 6: Special Education in Ethics
Catholic Scripture
Catholic SRE ‘Scripture' classes are provided by the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney and taught by volunteers from local Catholic churches. For more information about Catholic SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit https://www.sydneycatholic.org/education/#scripture
Protestant Scripture
Protestant SRE at Neutral Bay Public School is provided by volunteers from the local Anglican church, The Bridge Church. Volunteers are all authorised and trained by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney, an approved SRE provider. Teachers provide education in Christian beliefs and practices for students in K-6. The SRE curriculum used in this school is produced by Christian Education Publications and is approved by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney. For more information about the SRE curriculum used in this school visit whysre.com.au
Jewish Scripture
Jewish SRE is provided by the NSW Board of Jewish Education (BJE). All teachers undergo a selection process and are trained in the professional delivery of the curriculum and in classroom management. The curriculum is developed by BJE’s professionally trained educators taking studenthood development milestones into account. For more information, please see BJE’s website
Islamic Scripture
Islamic Instruction teachers are authorised and trained by the Islamic Council of NSW (ICNSW) and approved by the Islamic Special Religious Education Organisation. The curriculum is approved by the Islamic Council of NSW and has been running since the early 1980’s. The ISRE lessons provide a specifically tailored Islamic education program for Muslim students from Kindergarten through to Year 6. For more information about the curriculum go to http://www.isre.org.au/
Bahai Scripture
The Baha'i Council for South Eastern Australia is the approved provider for Baha'i SRE in NSW schools, offering a curriculum based on Baha'i writings and principles. Baha'i SRE aims to cultivate spiritual qualities such as love, justice, and trustworthiness, while teaching about the unity of God and religion, and the equality of men and women. For more information about the curriculum go to the Bahai website
Special Education in Ethics
SEE is provided by Primary Ethics. SEE classes support students to develop a life-long capacity for making well-reasoned decisions about ethical issues. SEE teachers are trained to impartially facilitate student discussions, helping students develop their critical thinking and collaborative inquiry skills. Our authorised Curriculum link to our website can be found here: https://primaryethics.com.au/about-ethics-classes/our-curriculum/
Non-Scripture
During the time that SRE/SEE classes are being held, students not attending will be located in a separate space and will participate in meaningful activities such as reading.
For more information, visit the department’s website or contact us.
At our school, we give the right support to help advanced or talented learners grow and do their best.
We notice these students early. They may learn quickly or show strong skills in creativity, leadership, problem solving or sport. We help them stay challenged with lessons and activities that match their strengths.
Contact us to learn more about how we support high potential and gifted learners.
Our learning approach
Our school uses explicit teaching. This means we clearly tell students what they are learning, why it is important and how to do it step by step. Explicit teaching helps students understand new ideas by breaking them into smaller parts.
Learning at our school is student-centred, inclusive and practical. We are committed to equity and access. We support all learning styles and needs. Our teachers use proven teaching strategies. They take part in ongoing professional development to stay up to date with best teaching practice.
Our learning approach includes:
- real-world learning: hands-on tasks, group work and exploring new ideas
- technology: to help students learn and build digital skills
- flexible teaching: the right support for each student, with a focus on wellbeing
- community connections: through excursions and local programs.
Helping students progress
We support every student’s academic progress by:
- checking their progress and giving clear and timely feedback
- setting learning goals with each student
- giving extra help with personalised plans and support from specialist staff
- reporting on each student’s learning progress so parents and carers know how their child is doing
- providing targeted literacy and numeracy support in small groups
- making wellbeing part of everyday learning
- working with families to support learning at home and school
- helping students through transitions, like starting school or moving to a new stage of learning.
Learn more about additional learning support at our school.
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