Curriculum

Cherrybrook Public School

Learning

OTHER CURRICULUM INFORMATION

	KEY LEARNING AREAS (KLAs)
	SPECIALIST PROGRAMS
	EXTRA-CURRICULA PROGRAMS
	SUPPORT PROGRAMS

OUR LEARNING

The K-6 Curriculum is divided into 6 Key Learning Areas (KLAs):

English
Mathematics
Science and Technology
Human Society and Its Environment
Creative Arts
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education including Sport

The following specialist programs for are provided for all students:

Library
Computers
Music
Languages other than English (LOTE) - Mandarin

The following support programs are provided:

ESL (English as a Second Language)
Reading Recovery
Support Teacher Learning Assistance Program
Gifted and Talented Program

Extra Curricular programs are provided in the following area for interested students:

Band
Dance
Choir
Drama
Special Interest Groups

The Curriculum offered at our school is wide and varied. While we aim to meet the needs of students who are gifted and talented, extra support is offered to students who are experiencing learning difficulties. We provide programs for those whose special interests are in the various creative arts and in sporting pursuits.

THE SIX KEY LEARNING AREAS

The guidelines given by the NSW Department of School Education are strictly adhered to by our school. Every effort is taken to present programs in an interesting and motivational manner. The Department of School Education requires us to teach subjects which are grouped within Six Key Learning Areas (referred to as KLAs).

REPORTING TO PARENTS
At Cherrybrook Public School we report on student progress in the following ways:

INFORMATION NIGHTS
At the beginning of each year parents are invited to an Information Night where all teachers outline programs of work they have planned for the students and inform parents of class, grade and school programs. Any questions parents may have are answered at this time.

INTERVIEWS
Parents are always welcome to arrange interviews with staff members. Appointments can be arranged through the School Office or by contacting the teacher. Parents are invited to school on a regular basis to view and participate in activities and special events. Information about these activities is disseminated by notes and the newsletter.