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Curriculum

Teaching and Learning

Transition – Year 6

At Alawa Primary School, our teaching and learning program is guided by the Australian Curriculum Version 9, ensuring students receive a high-quality and consistent education from Transition through to Year 6.

Learning Areas

Students engage with all areas of the curriculum, including:

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Mathematics

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Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)

History, Geography, Civics & Citizenship (Years 3–6), Economics & Business (Years 5–6)

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Health & Physical Education

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Technologies

Digital Technologies, Design & Technologies

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The Arts

including visual arts, music, drama and performance

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Farm

hands-on learning in sustainability, animal care and food production

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Kitchen

cooking, nutrition and teamwork through the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program

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Mathematics

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Our Approach

Our teaching team has developed a Curriculum Overview to ensure students experience a broad and balanced education. Wherever possible, learning is delivered through an integrated approach, connecting subjects in meaningful ways and linking classroom learning to real-world experiences.


This approach supports students to:

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Build strong foundations in literacy and numeracy

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Develop curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills

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Strengthen social, emotional and physical wellbeing

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Engage with sustainability and community through our Farm and Kitchen programs

At Alawa, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their Personal Best, while learning in an environment that is supportive, engaging and connected to the world around them.