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.
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 or use the online form (if available at our school).
The following SRE classes are offered at Georges River College Penshurst Campus:
Combined Christian SRE is provided by the Penshurst Combined Christian Churches Education Board Incorporated, who are cross authorised to deliver combined SRE by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney, The Australian Christian Churches, the Presbyterian Church of Australia (NSW), and the Baptist Union of NSW, all of which are approved SRE providers. They deliver the Think Faith curriculum, details of which can be found at Why Consider Christian RE. These SRE classes are held fortnightly.
Orthodox SRE is provided by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia who are an approved SRE provider. Further details can be found at Greek Orthodox Scripture Classes The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia has authorised the material and pedagogy used by teachers. This is the curricula of the Pantanassa Monastery. Some details of the curriculum is provided to the public on the website: http://www.pantanassamonastery.org/scripture-lessons.html and http://www.pantanassamonastery.org/resources.html. These SRE classes are held fortnightly.
Christian SRE is provided by the Church of the Living God who are an approved SRE provider. Further details can be found at Church of the Living God Scripture . These SRE classes are held fortnightly.
Catholic SRE is provided by by the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney, who are an approved SRE provider. These SRE classes will be offered as a seminar program. The curriculum can be found at Catholic Scripture in Public Schools. These SRE classes will be offered as a seminar program.
No academic instruction or formal school activities occur during the time set aside for SRE. Students not attending SRE are given supervised alternative meaningful activities. Students who do not attend SRE undertake quiet reading, private study, or complete homework.
For more information, visit the department’s website or contact us.
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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