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 goals.
Why choose us for your child’s learning?
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.
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.
In Year 7, students at our school will study the following subjects:
- English
- Geography
- History
- Languages
- Mathematics
- Music
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
- Science
- Technology Mandatory
- Visual Arts
In Year 8, students will study the following mandatory subjects:
- English
- French, Japanese, or Latin
- Geography
- History
- Mathematics
- Personal Development, Health and Physical education
- Science
- Technology Mandatory
In addition to the above mandatory subjects, students in Year 8 will also study two of the following elective courses:
- Commerce
- Drama
- Food Technology
- French
- Japanese
- Latin
- Music
- Textiles Technology
- Visual Arts
In Year 9 and 10, students will study the following mandatory subjects:
- English
- Geography
- History
- Mathematics
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
- Science
In addition to the above mandatory subjects, students will also study two of the following elective courses:
- Commerce
- Computing Technology
- Drama
- Food Technology
- French
- Japanese
- Latin
- Music
- Textiles Technology
- Visual Arts
Further information about the above subjects can be found in the Stage 5 Subject Selection Booklet.pdf
In Year 11, students will undertake twelve units of study including two units of English, either English Advanced or English Standard.
The remaining ten units must include:
- at least four subjects
- at least three courses of 2-unit value (see below)
2-unit courses on offer at St George Girls High School:
- Ancient History
- Biology
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Drama
- Economics
- Enterprise Computing
- Food Technology
- French Continuers
- Georgraphy
- Health and Movement Science
- Japanese Continuers
- Latin Continuers
- Legal Studies
- Modern History
- Music 2
- Physics
- Textiles and Design
- Visual Arts
1-unit courses on offer at St George Girls High School:
- Ceramics
- Computing Applications
- English Extension 1
- Mathematics Extension 1
- Photography
- Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies
- Studies of Religion
- Visual Design
Further information about the above subjects can be found in the Stage 6 Subject Selection booklet.pdf
In Year 12, students continue the pattern of study from Year 11.
Students can, however, decrease their units of study to a minimum of ten units.
Students may also take up the study of one or more of the following 1-unit extension courses:
- English Extension 2
- French Extension
- History Extension
- Japanese Extension
- Latin Extension
- Mathematics Extension 2
- Science Extension
Further information about the above subjects can be found in the Stage 6 Subject Selection booklet.pdf
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 meaningful activities.
You’re welcome to change your choice at any time. Just email the school with your preference.
The following SRE/SEE classes are offered at St George Girls High School:
- Combined Anglican/Independent Chinese Church SRE is provided by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney. More information about Anglican SRE, including information about the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the approved provider website: https://sydneyanglicans.net/contact
- Baptist/Uniting Church SRE is provided by the Baptist Union of NSW. More information about Anglican SRE, including information about the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the approved provider website: https://nswactbaptists.org.au/sre/
- Catholic SRE is provided by the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney. More information about Catholic SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the approved provider website:
https://ccd.sydneycatholic.org/publications/curriculum-overview/ - Greek Orthodox SRE is provided by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia. More information about Greek Orthodox SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the approved provider website:
https://pantanassamonastery.org/scripture-lessons/ - Presbyterian SRE is provided by the Presbyterian Church of Australia (NSW). More information about Presbyterian SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the approved provider website:
https://pynsw.org.au/sre/ - Special Education Ethics (SEE) lessons are available for Year 7 and 8 students. SEE is provided by Primary Ethics, the single approved provider of SEE to the NSW Department of Education public schools. For more information about SEE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the Primary Ethics website https://highschools.primaryethics.com.au/curriculum/
For more information, visit the department’s website.
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.
Student opportunities and activities
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Our principal and staff
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