Years 7 and 8 Curriculum
The start of Year 7 marks the change from Primary School to the disciplined subject-based curriculum of the Middle and Senior Schools, where specialist staff teach students in all subject areas. The Year 7 timetable is carefully structured to ensure a core group of teachers are delivering two to three subjects to students to develop a rich picture of every student’s learning successes, strengths and challenges. In Year 8, diversity of teachers and movement around the campus becomes essential to prepare students for their transition to Timbertop.
Core subjects
Students in Year 7 and 8 undertake the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities (History and Geography), Religious Studies and the Navigate Programme.
Specialist subjects
Students also complete specialist subjects in Music, Health & Physical Education, Visual Arts, Product Design & Technology and Drama.
Language electives
In Year 7, students choose to study in two languages (Japanese, Chinese, French). Year 8 students continue to learn in one language (Japanese, Chinese, French).
The Year 7 and Year 8 curricular programmes ensure that students are well equipped to enter Timbertop with confidence, good study habits and an independent approach to learning.