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 educators use effective teaching strategies to help students reach their potential.
Why choose us for your child’s learning?
Strong foundations
We focus on the skills your child needs to succeed in school and in life. We explicitly teach foundational literacy and numeracy concepts and skills using student-centred, fun, engaging and games-based pedagogies that are grounded in evidence-based practices.
High-quality education
Green Square Public School has reimagined the NSW curriculum and teaches all content from all six Key Learning Areas across nine subjects. Our skilled educators support every student develop a lifelong love of learning.
Inclusive and personalised learning
Our educators adjust how they teach to suit your child’s individual needs, interests and learning journey. We make sure every student feels confident, supported and experiences educational success.
Extension opportunities
We believe that every student should have the opportunity to reach their full potential. At Green Square Public School, we offer a range of enrichment opportunities and programs.
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.
Green Square Public School has reimagined the NSW curriculum and teaches all content from all six Key Learning Areas across nine subjects:
- Literacy
- Magic of Words
- Numeracy
- Thinking Outside The Square
- Global Voyages
- Thought Garden
- Olympic Aspirations
- Four Corners of Creativity
- Philosophy Quest
At our school, students can take part in special religious education (SRE) or special education in ethics (SEE) classes, depending on what’s available. These classes are delivered by approved providers.
When enrolling your child, you’ll be able to choose an option from the approved providers offered at our school. Students not attending SRE or SEE are given supervised alternative activities.
For more information, visit the department’s website.
Our learning approach
Learning at Green Square Public School is student-centred, inclusive and engaging. We use evidence-based teaching practices to explicitly teach literacy and numeracy. We also use inquiry-based pedagogies across the curriculum so students can develop their research, collaboration and critical and creative thinking skills. We are committed to equity and access by supporting all learning styles and needs. Our educators take part in ongoing professional development to continually review and reflect on our teaching and learning programs.
Helping students progress
We support every student’s academic progress by:
- checking their progress and providing supportive and constructive feedback
- setting learning goals with each student
- 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
- working with families to support learning at home and school
- helping students through transitions, like starting school, transitioning to high 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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