Key Learning Areas

The learning programs at Lakemba Public School are guided by the curriculum requirements set by the NSW Board of Studies and NSW Department of Education.

Teachers work collaboratively to develop programs that meet the needs of our students whilst at the same time ensuring students are actively engaged in their learning

At Lakemba Public School we focus our teaching on the 7 Key Learning Areas in the K- 6 curriculum.

We also cater for the individual needs of each student by having specialized programs running in our school.

English
In English students develop knowledge, skills and understanding about English language and literature and the ability to talk, listen, read, view and write with purpose, effect and confidence. They develop knowledge of the ways in which language varies according to context and a sound grasp of language structures, spelling and grammar. The three broad strands of English are:

·Talking and Listening
·Reading
·Writing

Mathematics
Mathematics involves the development of students' thinking, understanding, competence and confidence in the application of mathematics. The five broad strands of Mathematics are:
·Working Mathematically
·Number
·Patterns and Algebra
·Measurement and Data
·Space and Geometry

Science and Technology
In Science and Technology students develop competence, confidence and responsibility in their interactions with science and technology. The four broad strands of Science and Technology are:
·Investigating Scientifically
·Designing and Making
·The Natural Environment
·The Made Environment

Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE)
HSIE enhances each student's sense of personal, community, national and global identity and enables them to participate effectively in maintaining and improving the quality of their society and environment. The four broad strands of HSIE are:
·Change and Continuity
·Cultures
·Environments
·Social Systems and Structures

Creative Arts
Creative Arts enables students to gain increasing understanding and accomplishment in the visual arts, music, drama and dance and to appreciate the meanings and values that each of the art forms offers personally, culturally and as a form of communication. The broad strands of Creative and Practical Arts are the art forms:
·Visual Arts
·Music
·Dance
·Drama

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)
PDHPE develops the knowledge, skills; understanding, values and attitudes students need to lead healthy, active and fulfilling lives. The three broad strands of PDHPE are:
·Fundamental Movement and Physical Activity
·Healthy Choices
·Self and Relationships.