Learning
At our school, we teach the NSW curriculum and offer many different subjects to support each student’s learning. We know that development of skills in literacy and numeracy are the building blocks for learning and for everyday life. Our teachers use effective teaching strategies to help students achieve their goals.
Why choose us for your child’s learning?
Strong foundations
We focus on the skills your child needs to succeed in school and beyond. This helps them feel confident and prepared for the future.
High-quality education
We offer a range of subjects to match what students enjoy and want to learn about. Our skilled teachers support every student to find what they love, do their best and succeed.
Inclusive and personalised learning
Our teachers adjust how they teach to suit your child’s needs, interests and learning pace. We make sure every student feels confident and supported.
Extension opportunities
Some students are ready for more challenges. We offer open-ended tasks, enrichment programs and support. We help all students 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) 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 are given supervised alternative meaningful activities.
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).
There are no special education in ethics approved providers available at this 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.
Contact us to learn more about how we support high potential and gifted learners.
Subject Selection at Terrigal High School
- Be Curious and Explore Your Interests
Choose subjects that spark your curiosity and encourage active learning. Exploring new areas can help you develop a love of learning and uncover new passions. - Aim for Excellence
Select subjects where you are motivated to do your best and strive for high achievement. Challenge yourself to grow academically and personally. - Engage Actively
Pick electives that encourage participation, hands-on experiences, and real-world application. Active engagement helps deepen understanding and develop practical skills. - Balance Your Choices
Combine core subjects with electives that broaden your skills in creative, analytical, or physical areas. This aligns with striving for excellence in all aspects of life. - Consider Your Future Pathways
While exploring interests, also think about your future goals and how subject choices might support further education or career ambitions. - Avoid selecting a subject primarily because your friends are doing it. Ultimately you need to select courses that you are genuinely interested in, in order to be successful.
- Avoid selecting a subject just because you think you know which teacher might be teaching the course. This could change at the last minute.
- Seek Support and Advice
Talk with teachers, career advisers, and family members to make informed decisions that reflect both your interests and the school’s vision of inspiring learning.
By following these tips, students can make thoughtful subject selections that align with Terrigal High School’s commitment to engaging and inspiring learners who strive for excellence in every part of their lives.
In Term 2 our Year 10 students embark on the subject selection process for their HSC.
Week 4: My Design Education Career Planning Workshop
On Monday May 11th a professional external guest speaker is running a 2-hour career planning workshop incursion for year 10 students. Parents/carers have been emailed the details. Cost is $15 per student.
Weeks 5 & 6: Senior Education Profiles completed in Careers lessons
Week 7: Subject Selection Booklets available
On Tuesday June 2nd booklets are issued to students in hard copy and published on our school website.
Week 9: Subject Selections Evening
On Thursday June 18th parents/carers and students are highly encouraged to attend this valuable evening to learn more about the HSC, the subjects available and study pathways.
Week 10: Subject Selection Interviews
During the week of Monday June 22nd students will meet with a panel of teachers to justify and explain their choice of subjects for the HSC.
Weeks 10 & 11: Electronic submission of subject selection choices
Choices are made online. They will open at 9am on Wednesday June 24th and close at 3pm Monday June 29th.
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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