Gifted Education & Curriculum

This year we are introducing The Young Scientist competition as our new enrichment co-curricular activity. Last week our resident scientist, Cara Brigham, held an introductory session for the Young Scientist Competition. Cara will mentor small groups of students across the primary campuses as they conduct a scientific investigation or develop a working model. 

Teachers at Gioia House have welcomed the opportunity to participate in the Primary Numeracy Project through AIS. This year-long initiative integrates professional learning, targeted assessments, teacher reflection, and mentoring to elevate teaching and learning practices, aligning with the updated NSW Mathematics syllabus.

As part of this project, teachers have honed their approach to the Daily Review in mathematics, boosting student engagement while revisiting previously taught concepts. The Daily Review not only consolidates students’ understanding but also enhances their fluency in key numeracy skills, providing a strong foundation for future learning.

Brooke Panagopoulos
Gifted Education Coordinator P-6
Year 2 Teacher/Acting Curriculum Leader Gioia House