Curriculum - Specialist Subjects

At St Andrews Primary School we are blessed to have access to a range of skilled teachers and extensive resources. Each week, students enjoy Music, Physical Education, STEM, Art and Japanese classes as well as gardening and cooking throughout the year. 

STEM

Our teacher, Chan, educates our students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics in an engaging and active way. With a curriculum based around critical and creative thinking, our students are invited to challenge their existing knowledge to explore broad topics around the themes of Sustainability, Environment, Change and Current Events. 

You can keep up to date with the STEM activities on our STEM blog here.

Japanese

Our Japanese teacher, Kerry Barrett, is an engaging and active teacher who emerses our students in learning through song, story and culture. Our students enjoy taking part in many cultural events and activities as well as learn the language, both verbal and written, through a wide variety of engaging means.

Art

Reflective of the strong Art culture of St Andrews, students are given regular opportunities to express themselves creatively through a variety of art forms. We have a well stocked Art room that allows students to explore a broad range of art forms including clay work, printing, painting, fine art and more. With so many local artists, we regularly enjoy working with community members to create unique art projects and learn new skills.

Physical Education

Students take part in a wide range of sporting activites throughout the year. We have an extensive Interschool Sports Program that the 4-6 students take part in throughout the year and we have regular visiting specialist teacher who takes sessions in sports such as football, gymnastics, tennis and netball. Each Friday you will see our School Sports Captains leading our whole school sports games, something fun that everyone looks forward to. 

Music

Our Music program is widely celebrated within our area. Our Music teacher, Kyle, is very skilled at placing students in rock bands from Grades 3 and above. Students have the option to learn a variety of instruments through private lessons during school time. Bands practise multiple times a week and have recurring performances throughout the year. Our band night is always a highlight!

Gardening and Cooking

Thanks to the kind parents and volunteers in our community, students get opportunities each year to develop their skills in the area of gardening and cooking. Our vegetable garden and fruit trees are certainly a sight to behold and the students cooking creations are creative and delicious.