Gifted Education & Curriculum

At Gioia House, students strive to achieve their personal best through a variety of enrichment and co-curricular programs.

Our 2025 Year 6 Da Vinci Decathlon team has been collaborating with senior school peers every Monday afternoon. During these dynamic sessions, the girls tackle challenging questions that deepen their understanding of subjects like cartography, code-breaking, and science. The senior students have been excellent mentors, guiding their younger counterparts through complex solutions with patience and support.

Many of our Gioia House students excel in Mathematics, and we have created opportunities for them to hone their problem-solving skills in both small group and individual settings. This term, the Pi Maths groups have provided a platform for students to collaborate with like-minded peers, sharpening their reasoning and communication abilities. Learning precise mathematical vocabulary has empowered them to articulate and justify their solutions confidently. Furthermore, competitions like the Kangourou sans Frontières (KSF), held in Week 8, offer students the chance to engage in problem-solving within a competitive environment. As the largest maths competition in the world, with over six million participants annually, the KSF is a prestigious event, and we are incredibly proud of all the girls who took part this year.

The vibrant co-curricular program at Gioia House ensures that every student discovers an area of interest that challenges and inspires her. This term, Ethics Olympiad training, led by Ms Azizian and two talented senior students, Kate Pitman-Fernandez and Eve Ardagna, has been in full swing. Participants are exploring thought-provoking case studies and refining their ability to express their perspectives clearly. Additionally, Writer’s Club, led by Ms Anetter offers a supportive and creative environment where students can share ideas, craft stories, and develop their writing skills.

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