The Middle Years
The Middle Years curriculum is designed to ensure our students successfully transition into secondary school through the development of effective study skills and encouraging independence and increased responsibility for their own learning.
Our focus in the middle years of learning is on student literacy and numeracy, ensuring the necessary foundations that all learners need for success. The curriculum is robust and vibrant, personalised to the needs of all our learners in every classroom.
Subject Offerings
In Year 7 and 8, the Middle Years students study a range of core and elective subjects.
| Core Subjects | Elective Subjects |
Religious Education English Mathematics Science Humanities (incorporating History, Geography, Business and Civics and Citizenship) Health & Physical Education Japanese | Food Technology Industrial Technologies - Graphics, Digital Technology Arts - Visual Art, Drama, Music |
In Year 9, students have the first opportunity to choose electives while continuing to maintain a strong focus on the essential core subjects. This enables them to begin to develop their interests and talents in preparation for the Senior Schooling journey.
| Core Subjects | Elective Subjects |
Religious Education English Mathematics Science Humanities (incorporating History, Geography, Business and Civics and Citizenship) Health & Physical Education | Graphics Industrial Technology and Design Media Arts Digital Technologies Food Technology Textiles Technology Hospitality Japanese Engineering Studies Geography, Civics and Citizenship Visual Art Music Drama Media Arts Business |
Excellence Program
St Mary's College also acknowledges the need for differentiated curriculum and learning opportunities for high-achieving students. Our Excellence Program provides a positive, challenging, and supportive classroom environment in order to achieve this. Click here for more information.
