CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

The broad curriculum continues to be responsive to change in the global environment so that it offers the learner a wide range of academic and practical subjects, clubs and competitions that are structured around areas of interest to engage students in learning; thus improving their attendance and participation while at school. Approaches such as the alignment of subjects, Inquiry Learning and Differentiation that are supported by thinking skills and Habits of Mind, aim to equip students with competencies for developing a conceptual framework of understanding that are needed for future learning. Through our holistic program that offers a diverse range of learning opportunities, students explore the world in which they live and learn to make wise life decisions, as they journey in our care through the last years of Primary Education and the first years of Secondary Education.

 

Expert teachers support students with a high level of pastoral care and restorative practices to maintain a safe environment for all students. Coupled with the right school structures, reduced student movement and co-curricular programs all foster relationships and engagement. Teachers are innovative and use a variety of methods that have proven successful in maximising learning. Our approach enhances student connectedness with their school, family and the community and prepares them to become the active citizens God wants them to be.

 

The curriculum at Hillcrest Christian College has been developed in accordance with the Australian Curriculum. The curriculum aims to prepare students for success in education, work and in living a Christian life. Strategies are implemented to ensure educational, emotional, spiritual and physical growth.

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The Core Subjects

• Wellbeing

• Digital Technologies – Digital Systems and Data

• English

• Health and Wellbeing

• Humanities (History and Geography)

• Mathematics

• Physical Education

• Science

 

The Specialist Subjects

• Agriculture and Horticulture

• Design and Technologies: Materials

• Equestrian

• Languages – German

• Languages – Japanese

• Learning Enrichment

• Music

• Media, Art & Design (M.A.D.)