Key Learning Areas

Explore our key learning areas below, with links to Department of Education curriculum information.

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English

English study is mandatory in NSW from Kindergarten to Year 12. Students learn about the English language through written, spoken and visual texts of increasing complexity as they progress through their schooling.

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Creative Arts

In creative arts, students discover a variety of art forms through a study of dance, drama, music and visual arts.

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HSIE

In human society and its environment (HSIE), both subjects of history and geography are mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10.

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Mathematics

By studying mathematics, students learn to work mathematically – developing fluency, understanding, problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills.

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PDHPE

PDHPE provides students with opportunities to explore issues that are likely to impact on the health, safety and wellbeing of themselves and others.

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Science

Science 7-10 provides a way of inquiring about the world around us. It explores evidence and investigates ways to discover, develop and produce solutions to real-world problems.

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TAS

Technological and applied studies (TAS) is mandatory for all students in Year 7 and 8. Students can also select from a range of elective TAS subjects.