Learning
At Terrigal Public School, we deliver the NSW curriculum through engaging, high-quality learning experiences across a wide range of subjects. We understand that strong foundations in literacy and numeracy are essential for success both at school and in everyday life. Our dedicated teachers use evidence-based practices and targeted support to ensure every student can grow, achieve their personal goals, and thrive as a learner.
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.
A feature of our school is the opportunity to provide time in class for education in ethics, faith and morality from a religious or non-religious perspective of your choice.
The following Special Religious Education options are currently available at Terrigal Public School:
Catholic - Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay
Lessons include activities that are fun and inclusive for students whilst also providing them the opportunity to critically explore their faith and to pray and reflect.
Combined Christian - Baptist Union of NSW, EV Church, Uniting Church in Australia
With SRE teachers from local churches, students ask questions, explore the Bible and discover the Good News of Jesus Christ and what is means to be a Christian in our world today. Lessons are age-appropriate, fun and inclusive.
If you do not wish for your child to attend Special Religious Education, you can select from the following:
Special Education in Ethics
Students practise and improve skills in critical thinking and ethical reasoning to develop a life-long capacity to make well-reasoned decisions, discussing age-appropriate ethical issues with peers in classes led by trained volunteers.
Alternative Meaninful Activities (no religous or ethics education)
Students not attending special religous education or special education in ethics will be located in a separate space and will participate in alternative meaningful activities. This could include reading, private study or completing homework.
You’re welcome to change your choice at any time. Just let us know in writing or use the online form (if available at our school).
For more information, visit the department’s website or contact us.
At Terrigal Public School, we provide the right support to help high potential and gifted learners grow, excel and reach their personal best.
We identify students’ strengths early, whether they shine in academic learning, creativity, leadership, problem solving or sport. Our programs and classroom practices ensure these students remain engaged and challenged through learning experiences that extend their abilities.
Contact us to learn more about how we nurture and support high potential and gifted learners at Terrigal Public School.
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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