Curriculum and Education Programs
Chapman Primary School promotes a positive, inclusive learning environment. We recognise the importance of individual development and self-esteem and encouraging students to strive for excellence. We acknowledge that every child brings unique strengths and aptitudes to their learning and are committed to providing a broad range of educational programs supporting all students to achieve their potential. We are committed to respecting every child's uniqueness and cater for their individual needs including specific learning needs of students in a range of both academic and non-academic areas.
The relationship between student wellbeing and student learning is fundamental to a positive learning environment. We proactively advocate and promote the link between learning and wellbeing through curriculum practices, school culture and a safe, happy and healthy environment.
The philosophy and values of the school are implemented through our curriculum and pedagogy with learning programs based on:
- The Early Years Learning Framework in preschool https://www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/national-law-regulations/approved-learning-frameworks and
- The Australian Curriculum and required content from kindergarten to year 6 delivered through an integrated model where authentic links can be made https://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au/.
Key Learning Areas:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)
- The Arts
- Technologies
- Health and Physical Education
- Language
Enrichment and extra-curricular activities
In addition to enrichment opportunities within class teaching and to ensure that our students are inspired to learn outside of the classroom and develop the skills required for the world beyond their primary education, we offer a wide range of experiences and challenges that enrich our curriculum. Through our Curriculum Enrichment program we use the talents and experiences of others from outside of the school, in combination with the talents and interests of staff within our school.
These experiences include regular lunchtime programs which will vary from year to year depending on student interest and teacher skill and many larger projects and productions that occur over a longer period of time on an annual or bi-annual basis. These include activities such as chess, gardening, skipping, band, writing, science and ICT clubs, photography and dance.
Students also have the opportunity to assume leadership roles, to be active citizens, and to be involved in the corporate life of the school. We have Peer Support leaders, House Captains, a Student Representative Council (SRC), Playground Friends, ICT leaders, Garden Gurus, Waste Wise team, an Energy team and Buddies.
Enrichment Activities beyond the Classroom
In addition to classroom learning Chapman Primary School offers a number of extra-curricular activities and programs to provide enrichment opportunities for students in a range of areas. Many of these take place within the school, drawing on the skills of staff members. Others activities make use of the expertise of community groups and other specialized programs available outside the school. This also includes a range of competitions, public speaking challenges and performances