Year 5 outline

Our Stage 3 classes consist of students from Years 5 and 6. This model gives students the opportunity to broaden their friendship base, engage in group activities with different individuals and develop social skills such as cooperation and compromise – all of which are necessary for High School and life beyond school.

Curriculum

In English, students focus on developing their knowledge and understanding of reading/comprehension, writing skills and public speaking.

In mathematics, Stage 3 has maths groups to cater for the diverse needs of individual students and to prepare them for the high school environment.

In science and technology, students are involved in problem based learning. They particiapte in scientific investigations and hands-on experiments focusing on improving their knowledge and understanding.

In history and geography, students develop their understanding of the impact of Australia's history on their community today. Indigenous perspectives underpin all aspects of the history and geography units.

At the end of Year 5, nominations and elections for School Captains and Prefects are carried out. At a special assembly at the end of the year, the current Captains and Prefects hand over the badges to the incoming Leadership Team.

Year 5 students have the opportunity to prepare for leadership by taking on roles as House Vice Captains, SRC representatives, and Playground Monitors.

The team of experienced teachers has high expectations of the students, working cohesively to ensure consistency of curriculum and behaviour. Respect for oneself and others underlies Stage 3.