School News

STEAM is a vital part of Larrakeyah Primary’s curriculum and our commitment to 21st Century Learning. This term our STEAM Coordinator and team of delegates visited leading schools in Singapore and Melbourne to observe best practices in implementing an integrated STEAM program.

Enhancing our Chinese program this year, we are pleased to welcome Associate Teacher Ms Yunjing Peng to the Larrakeyah teaching team.

In Term 1, 2019 almost 30% of Larrakeyah Primary School students will participate in the Extra-Curricular Activity Program (ECA Program); a significant increase on last term. See how the ECA Program is developing and how it continues to enhance student development.

The ability to support student learning through technology and provide a more robust focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) is at the core of Larrakeyah Primary’s curriculum.

Our students, including all year levels from 2 to 6, receive Chinese lessons in Mandarin as Larrakeyah Primary School’s second language of choice. Learning a second language is an enriching experience that not only has deep learning benefits but also opens doors for future career development as student’s complete their schooling.

Term 4 sees the continuation of our highly successful Extra-Curricular Activity Program. Each term, students have the opportunity to enrol in a variety of afterschool activities that aim to develop their skills beyond classroom learning.

Enjoying, and cooling off, in the water is a big part of the Territory lifestyle and swimming technique, water safety, and survival skills are an important part of student development