Waratah Public School

Curriculum

The curriculum consists of six key learning areas

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

Extra curricula activities include:

Aboriginal programs
Multicultural programs
Student welfare programs
Planned excursions - Kindergarten to Year 6
Participation in external competitions - English, Mathematics, Science, Computers
School community events - Easter activities, Anzac Day Commemoration, Book Week, Education Week, Presentation Day

Assessing and Reporting

Assessment is ongoing to monitor individual progress and achievement
Reporting of student achievement includes;

Term 1

Parent/Teacher information sessions to discuss teaching and learning programs
Early Stage 1/Stage 1 parent teacher interviews

Term 2

Parent/Teacher interviews -Stage 2/Stage 3
Student portfolios provide details of student progress

Term 3

Ongoing parent /teacher/student interviews as requested by teacher or parents

Term 4

Reports and portfolios sent home. Follow up interviews if required