Our school offers a broad curriculum to students:
The Australian Curriculum
‘The Australian Curriculum sets out the core knowledge, understanding, skills and general capabilities important for all Australian students. It describes the learning entitlement of students as a foundation for their future learning, growth and active participation in the Australian community. It makes clear what all young Australians should learn as they progress through schooling. It is the foundation for high quality teaching to meet the needs of all Australian students.’ http://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au
At Patrick Estate State School we have implemented the Australian Curriculum in the areas of:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- History
- Geography
- Digital Technologies
- Civics and Citizenship
- The Arts
We also cover the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority implemented learning areas: of:
· Health and Physical Education
· Technology
· Music
· Languages Other than English (LOTE) –French Years 5 to 6
We are committed to the core learning priorities of:
- reading
- writing, including spelling, grammar and punctuation
- numeracy
- science
- retention, attainment and transition of students at key junctures of schooling
- closing the gap between attendance and outcomes for indigenous and non-indigenous students