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Student Learning

We continue to be committed to provide relevant, challenging and provocative programs of study that engage students in meeting the syllabus requirements as well as reflecting the specific mission and goals of St Philip’s Christian College.

Stage 3 - Years 5 and 6

Key learning areas

Faith and Life

English

  • Understanding and Creating Texts
  • Oral Language and Communication
  • Vocabulary
  • Reading (Fluency and Comprehension)
  • Writing (Creating, Spelling and Handwriting)
  • Understanding and Responding to Literature

Mathematics

  • Number and Algebra
  • Measurement and Space
  • Statistics and Probability

Science & Technology

  • Living World
  • Material World
  • Physical World
  • Earth and Space
  • Digital Technologies

HSIE - (Human Society & Its Environment)

  • Geography
  • History

Creative & Performing Arts (CAPA)

  • Music
  • Visual Arts
  • Drama

Personal Development, Health & Physical Education

  • Personal Development and Health Education
  • Physical Education

Years 5 and 6 Class Format

There are two Year 5 and two Year 6 classes in addition one composite 5/6 Discovery/Inquiry Learning class. Mathematics is streamed based on current skill development level.

Stage 4 – Years 7 and 8

Key learning areas

  • Faith and Life
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • History
  • Geography
  • Technological & Applied Studies
    • Information & Software Technology
    • Food Technology
    • Industrial Technology
    • Textiles Technology
  • Visual Arts
  • Music
  • Language - German
  • Personal Development, Health & Physical Education
  • Interest Electives Program

Years 7 and 8 Class Format

We have three Year 7 and three Year 8 classes. Mathematics is streamed based on current skill development level.