Learning

At Coniston Public School, we teach the NSW curriculum and provide many different subjects to support each student’s learning and wellbeing. We know that development of skills in literacy and numeracy are the building blocks for learning and for everyday life. Our teachers use effective and evidence-based teaching strategies to help students achieve their goals.

Why choose us for your child’s learning?

Strong foundations

At Coniston Public School, we value working together and encourage you to take an active interest in your child’s learning. You are welcome to visit our school, speak with your child’s teacher and participate in community events.

A culture of friendship, respect and inclusivity form the core of our school programs. Staff, parents, carers and members of the wider community work together to promote excellence in all aspects of school life.

High-quality education

Our dedicated staff work together to deliver a quality, well-rounded curriculum. There is a focus on building strong foundations in literacy and numeracy. The school is equipped with a range of technologies, including chrome books for each student.

Inclusive and personalised learning

Coniston Public School holds high academic, social and well-being expectations for all students. We provide inclusive education for our diverse student body. We carefully consider the needs of each child and implement quality programs to meet these needs.

Extension opportunities

The school offers a range of extra-curricular opportunities. These include academic challenges, creative and sporting opportunities, student leadership, environmental programs and excursions.

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.

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.

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