At Modbury School P-6 we offer a range of different programs and approaches that value and support the social, emotional and academic success of all students.
The experiences in this learning area provide opportunities for students to deepen their understanding and connections to other languages and cultures.
Learning is created in a way where students can integrate vocabulary they have learnt into different curriculum areas such as P.E. and Technologies. We hear our students of all ages are use languages to communicate daily greetings and requests incidentally throughout the day, allowing them to use conversational skills in context.
At Modbury School P-6 our students are leaders of innovation and change in the future. As such, children ask questions, investigate scenarios and solve problems using techniques that engage critical and creative thinking in a collaborative environment.
We create STEM learning opportunities both inside and outside of the classroom, with specialised teaching support and lunchtime activities. Students experience real world problem solving through design thinking and inquiry processes with a range of hands on experiences including robotics and 3D printing and modelling.
Our School received $1 million from the State Government which helped us create an exciting STEM learning space for students.
Our facility, challenges our students to prepares them for the future in a wide range of industries.
We seek to develop a specific set of skills known as Executive Functions. These skills enable students to:
It is expected that the development of these skillsets are embedded into students’ everyday lives. Parent and school partnerships play an important role in the development of these skills. If you would more information, please contact the school.
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We create targeted intervention and extension programs for students on an individual, small group and whole class basis. Specialist teachers create individual goals and differentiate learning, resulting in intellectual challenge that is developmentally appropriate for each child. This leads to improved educational outcomes and wellbeing for all students.
EALD students qualify for additional funding through DfE which is resourced through an EALD teacher. This is provided through a specialist teaching role with a focus on oral language, writing skills, grammar and punctuation. Students set themselves challenges based upon their individual needs.