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 individual learning goals. The school prioritises enhancing ICT competency, Project Based Learning (PBL), curriculum differentiation, assessment practices, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) initiatives. Waitara Public School's technological infrastructure is robust, ensuring equitable access to wireless connectivity and a variety of devices for all students. Moreover, the implementation of Bring Your Own Designated device program in Years 4-6 reflects the school's commitment to embracing innovative educational practices.
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 Waitara Public School, SRE and SEE is delivered on Wednesday from 1:50 - 2:30pm for K-2 students and from 2:30 - 3:10pm for Years 3-6 students.
On enrolment parents/carers will be given the SRE and SEE participation letter (consider uploading and hyperlinking your schools letter) to complete and return. After the initial enrolment, notification of changes to a child's enrolment in SRE/SEE should be given to waitara-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au, in writing.
The following SRE classes are offered at Waitara Public School:
Catholic SRE is provided by Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay. More information about Catholic SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay website
Combined Christian SRE is provided by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney. More information about Combined Christian SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the Why SRE?" website.
Hindu SRE is provided by Hindu Council of Australia. More information about Hindu SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the Hindu Council of Australia website.
SEE is provided by Primary Ethics. For more information about SEE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the Primary Ethics website.
During SRE/SEE class times, students who are not attending will be supervised in a separate space and will engage in meaningful activities such as reading or completing homework.
At our school, we give the right support to help advanced or talented learners grow and do their best.
We notice these students early. They may learn quickly or show strong skills in creativity, leadership, problem solving or sport. We help them stay challenged with lessons and activities that match their strengths.
Contact us to learn more about how we support high potential and gifted learners.
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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Student opportunities and activities
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Our principal and staff
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