Learning
At our school, we follow the NSW curriculum and provide a wide range of subjects to support every student's learning journey. We recognise that strong literacy and numeracy skills are fundamental building blocks for both academic success and everyday life. Our dedicated teachers employ proven, effective teaching strategies to help students reach their individual goals and unlock their full potential.
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.
Why choose us for your child’s learning?
Strong foundations
We prioritise equipping your child with the essential skills needed to succeed both at school and in life. By building confidence and preparing students for future challenges, we help them feel ready to embrace opportunities and thrive beyond the classroom.
High-quality education
We provide a diverse range of subjects tailored to students’ interests and passions. Our experienced teachers are dedicated to supporting each student in discovering what they love, striving for their best, and achieving success.
Inclusive and personalised learning
Our teachers tailor their teaching methods to suit your child’s individual needs, interests, and learning pace. We are committed to ensuring every student feels confident, valued, and fully supported in their learning journey.
Extension opportunities
Some students seek additional challenges, we provide open-ended tasks, enrichment programs, and tailored support. Our aim is to ensure all students are encouraged and empowered to reach their full potential.
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.
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.
The following Special Religious Education (SRE) and Special Education in Ethics (SEE) classes are offered at Terrey Hills Public School:
- Catholic SRE is provided by the Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay. For information more information regarding authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit Walking with Jesus: Pathway to Discipleship
- Combined Christian SRE is provided by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney via St Pauls Anglican Church. For information regarding authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit Why SRE
- SEE is provided by Primary Ethics. For more information about SEE curriculum, please visit the Primary Ethics website here
You’re welcome to change your choice at any time. Just let us know in writing or use the online form (if available at our school).
For more information, visit the department’s website or contact us.
At our school, we give the right support to help gifted learners to grow and do their best.
We notice these students early. They may learn quickly or show strong skills in creativity, leadership, problem solving or sport. We help them stay challenged with lessons and activities that match their strengths.
Click the link: Inspire – High potential and gifted education to learn more about how we support high potential and gifted learners.
Want to know more about our subjects?
We can connect you with the right teacher or staff member.