High potential and gifted education

In our classroom

Classroom practices include:

• strengths-based feedback and goal setting to support growth and confidence
• differentiated learning tasks that adjust pace, depth and complexity
• explicit teaching of critical and creative thinking skills
• ongoing formative assessment to monitor progress and inform teaching
• flexible grouping to support collaboration, discussion and shared problem-solving
• opportunities for student choice, inquiry and authentic learning tasks
• supportive learning environments that encourage risk-taking, reflection and perseverance
• targeted support and extension to meet individual learning needs

Across our school

Creative domain

Students are encouraged to express ideas, explore creativity and take pride in their talents.

Opportunities include:

• specialist music and instrumental programs
• performance and talent showcases
• visual arts exhibitions and creative competitions
• creative STEM and design challenges

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Intellectual domain

Students are supported to think deeply, solve problems and extend their learning.

Opportunities include:

• STEM learning experiences that develop problem-solving, curiosity and creative thinking
• participation in the NSW Virtual STEM Classroom, connecting students with extended learning beyond our school
• public speaking opportunities that build confidence, communication skills and clear thinking
• participation in the NESA Write On competition, supporting students to develop writing skills and express ideas effectively
• learning experiences that encourage questioning, reasoning and deeper thinking
• opportunities to apply skills and knowledge across different learning areas
• tasks that promote persistence, reflection and pride in academic effort

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Physical domain

Students develop physical skills, confidence and wellbeing through quality sport and movement opportunities.

Opportunities include:

• specialist sport programs and external coaching
• PSSA sport and interschool teams and competitions
• daily physical fitness program
• active learning experiences that promote teamwork and resilience

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Social-emotional domain

Strong relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of learning at Fingal Head.

Opportunities include:

• student leadership roles across year levels and school - wide
• peer mentoring and leadership development opportunities
• wellbeing programs that support resilience, confidence and self-regulation
• cultural programs that celebrate identity, connection and belonging
• sustainability and gardening programs that build responsibility and teamwork
• learning experiences that build global citizenship, helping students develop respect for the environment, community and the wider world

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Through these experiences, students are supported to discover their strengths, challenge themselves and grow as confident, capable learners. At Fingal Head Public School, high potential is nurtured through care, opportunity and strong connections.

Across NSW

• participation in music ensembles, including small schools talent showcases, where students develop musical skills, teamwork and performance confidence

• involvement in drama ensembles and state-wide productions through The Arts Unit, supporting creativity, storytelling and expressive performance

• participation in performing arts events such as the Murwillumbah Performing Arts Festival, allowing students to showcase their talents and gain performance experience

• engagement in the North Coast Creative Arts Camp, providing immersive opportunities to learn alongside students from across the region

• access to representative sport pathways through PSSA and CHSSA, supporting students to trial and compete at regional, state and national levels

• participation in the Premier’s Sporting Challenge, promoting whole-school physical activity, leadership and positive health habits

• involvement in state-wide academic competitions that encourage problem-solving, deeper thinking and a love of learning