Welcome to my webpage. This page is intended to serve as a guide for parents of intellectually gifted children living in Western Australia, who are seeking an appropriate education for their child.
Over recent years more and more schools have begun to see the provision of education for gifted children as important and have set up programs to help these children to learn and achieve their potential. This is a great thing for gifted children but even though a wider range of programs for the gifted now exist and many schools make provision for these children, finding out about these programs has often been difficult.
It is the purpose of this page to, hopefully, make that task easier for parents by providing them with a list of some schools who have stated they make provision for gifted students. It will certainly not replace proper research - the schools provisions must be examined in detail to ensure they will be right for your child - but, it should, at least give you a place to start looking.
It must be noted that the omission of a school from this list does not mean that that school is not a good school for your gifted child, and it certainly does not indicate that a school is not a good school. Many schools may make special provision for gifted children and this simply is not known to me - either because they do not make such information public knowledge, or because it did not appear in my sources. Other schools may make no special provision, but instead successfully educate and cater for gifted children within their normal classroom programs.
Many schools omitted from this list stated in documents that I have read that they seek to 'cater for individual differences' or that they 'treat all children individually' or that they 'successfully educate all children with special needs'. I considered very carefully whether or not these schools should be included in the listing because those statements can mean that gifted children are catered for at such schools. In the end, I elected not to include such schools in the absence of other information because my experience has shown me that such statements can sometimes be inclusive of all children - except gifted children. I make no judgement of whether or not this applies in the cases of these schools - in many cases, perhaps all cases, such schools do not exclude gifted children from their definitions. But I consider it to be the lesser of two evils to risk excluding some schools that cater for gifted children from this list if it avoids the risk of including a school in this list that does not make provision for the gifted.
For the same reason, schools that say they provide 'enrichment' for students have also been excluded in the absence of any other information. This is because enrichment can have a great many meanings - it can include provision for gifted children, it can also mean that a school provides swimming lessons. Again, I make no judgement on whether or not such schools do make provision for gifted children as part of their enrichment programs - I simply do not know the answer and once again I have decided it is better to risk the exclusion of a school from this list that does provide enrichment for the gifted, than to risk including a school that does not and so risk parents sending their child to a school that does not meet the needs of their child based on the information on this page.
As a further clarification about the two paragraphs above, let me make it clear that statements that a school 'cater to all needs' or 'have enrichment programs' do not mean that a school will not appear in this listing. Rather, such information simply does not comprise a reason for a school's inclusion by itself. For example, if I have seen other information that confirms a school's enrichment programs do include provisions for gifted children, I will include that school in the listing but I must have clear and unambiguous information.
If any Western Australian schools not included in this list would like to provide me with information on any provisions they make for the education of gifted children, I will be happy to include an entry for that school. By the same token, if any school that is included would like to provide me with more information, I am happy to add that to this page. In these cases, please e-mail me at drednort@alphalink.com.au
Finally, let me make clear that this page is for information purposes only - it is not intended to replace detailed investigation of a school by parents for their child, merely to provide them with some possible places to start. Always remember that what is said and what is actually done can differ, and even a good gifted program may not be appropriate for any individual gifted child. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy with regards to the information on this page, I accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may have occurred (beyond a responsibility to correct such inaccuracies if they are brought to my attention) and I accept no responsibility for the use or misuse of the information on this page. Except where prior Copyrights exist, this page is © 2001 Shaun Hately. Linking to this page is permitted (indeed encouraged), but please do not reproduce any of the information contained here without obtaining permission from me - such permission will virtually always be given.
In simple terms, the page is set out as an alphabetical listing of schools. This is the easiest way to display the information and if you know the name of the school you are interested in, you can simply scroll down the list until you find it.
But many people do not know the name of a school they are interested in and so I have provided a series of menus. These menus will list schools by:
These menus are located below and should be simple to use. Simply find the menu you wish to use, and then click on the name of a school to be taken to its entry in the alphabetical list.
The following information is provided for each school where I have been able to find it.
In many cases it may be convenient to contact schools by e-mail. For anyone who does not have an e-mail address and wishes to communicate via e-mail, www.hotmail.com provides free web-based e-mail (there are numerous other similar services - but this is a guide to schools not e-mail providers).
You will notice when you view the list of schools that it is quite colourful. These colours exist for a reason and conform to the following key:
As this page develops, other colours may come to be used to represent other sources of information, etc. A key will be included if that is the case.
The following menus are simple to use. Simply
choose which menu you wish to use, and when you have identified a
school you would like to obtain information on, click with the
mouse on its name and you will be taken to the appropriate entry.
These menus are still under construction following the recent
update to this site.
In constructing this menu, I have decided to list schools by the name of the Education District in which they can be found. Even though private schools do not make use of the Education Department's districts, this is a convenient system for the purposes of this page, and so they are included in these listings. For maps that will allow you to identify different districts please go to the Department of Education's page at http://www.eddept.wa.edu.au/deo/deomaps.htm
Bunbury
Cannington
Fremantle
Joondalup
| Beaumauris Primary School | Craigie Senior High School | Edgewater Primary School | St Mark's Anglican Community School |
Mid West
Narrogin
Peel
Perth
Swan
| Ballajura Community College | Bellevue Primary School | Chisholm Catholic College | Governor Stirling Senior High School |
| Illawarra Primary School | Lockridge Senior High School | North Balga Primary School |
Warren-Blackwood
Affiliation, in this case, can mean one of two things. The first is whether or not the school is a state school run by Education Department of Western Australia. These schools will be classified in one menu.
If the school is a private school (not government run) it will be classified by its religious affiliation (including a category of non-denominational). Bear in mind that some schools affiliated with a particular religion do accept students from other faiths.
Government
Anglican
| All Saints' College | Christ Church Grammar School | Guildford Grammar School | Perth College |
| St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls | St Mark's Anglican Community School |
Catholic
| Aquinas College | Chisholm Catholic College | Iona Presentation College | Kolbe Catholic College |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel | Santa Maria College | St Johns School | Trinity College |
Pentecostal
Uniting Church
| Methodists Ladies' College | Penrhos College | Presbyterian Ladies' College | Scotch College |
| St Stephen's School | Wesley College |
Non Denominational
In compiling these menus, I have decided to have only three categories: Primary, Secondary, and Kindergarten to Year 12
It should be realised that some schools also offer classes at a Pre-School level. Logistics make it impractical to include them in this menu system.
While the menu system as described above will not provide full details on which years a school teaches, that information is provided in the main alphabetical listing.
Primary
Secondary
Kindergarten to Year 12
Anglican co-educational Years K - 12
Address: Ewing Avenue, Bull Creek 6149
Phone: (08) 9313 9333
Fax: (08) 9313 9334
E-mail: mst@allsaints.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.allsaints.wa.edu.au/
"Critical-thinking and
problem-solving skills are developed in all subjects, and there
are enrichment programmes for those students who are experiencing
difficulty and for academically able students." (http://www.allsaints.wa.edu.au/junior/jcurric.htm)
"Gifted/talented programs: Special programs (eg Science Olympiad); extension with each subject Years 8 to 12 after school. Development of individualised learning programs at all levels."
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Links Road, Ardross 6153
Phone: (08) 9364 2633
Fax: (08) 9364 1832
E-mail: axshs.email@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.axnet.wa.edu.au/
"ACADEMIC EXTENSION
PROGRAM
The Academic Extension Programme is designed and run by the Ministry of Education as a challenge to the states most capable students.
Within the programme, class content
is similar to mainstream subjects with the exception of a more
enriched learning environment.
Students have more of an opportunity to
learn things first hand, from actual experience and practical
learning.
SELECTIONS
The Academic Extension Program at Applecross Senior High was started in 1986, testing Primary aged students for entry to the program statewide. This continued until 1989 when the numbers for the program grew so that students today are tested from the feeder primary schools for that high school only.
Selection is based on performance and teacher recommendation. Although selections for the programme are made in Primary School, once the programme starts, students can move in and out according to their performance in High School from semester to semester." (http://www.axnet.wa.edu.au/html/ae.html)
Catholic boys Years 5 - 12
Address: Mount Henry Road, Manning 6152
Phone: (08) 9450 5222
Fax: (08) 9313 1901
E-mail: normas@aquinas.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.aquinas.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented
programs: Primary School Challenge, fast track,
research unit, extension classes."
Government co-educational Years 7 - 12
Address: Illawarra Crescent South, Ballajura 6066
Phone: (08) 9262 7777
Fax: (08) 9249 8067
E-mail: admin@bcc.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.bcc.wa.edu.au/
"Learning Enhancement Programs
Ballajura Community College caters for a range of learning styles and abilities within the student population. Special programs and specialist staff are available in the following areas.
Education Support Units
Government co-educational Years 1 - 7
Address: Beaumaris Boulevard, Ocean Reef 6027
Phone: (08) 9300 6444
Fax: (08) 9300 6828
E-mail: Beaumaris.PS@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.beauline.iinet.net.au/index.html
"Support Areas
Some students may be offered
opportunities to participate in small group work for children
with learning difficulties and academic
extension. In addition to school
programs, the Joondalup District operates education support,
reading clinics and PEAC groups." http://www.beauline.iinet.net.au/theschool.htm
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Clayton Street, Bellevue 6056
Phone: (08) 9250 3044
Fax: (08) 9250 1372
Website: http://www.q-net.net.au/~bellevue/home.htm
"P.E.A.C. (Primary
Extension and Academic Challenge)
Special interest and extension classes are offered to identified students throughout the year. Classes are taken by teachers especially appointed for the task and provide for a few children from each school in the district.
Parents will he notified in writing if their child is invited to participate in one of the off-site courses." (http://www.q-net.net.au/~bellevue/yearbook.htm)
Government co-educational Years K-7
Address: Annois Road, Bibra Lake 6163
Phone: (08) 9417 3303
Fax: (08) 9417 7420
E-mail: bibralake.ps@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.bibralps.edwa.net.au/
"Some upper primary students attend
Primary Extension and Challenge classes provided by the
District." (http://www.bibralps.edwa.net.au/introduction/programs.html)
Government co-educational Years Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: 18 Mitchell St, Bluff Point 6530
Phone: (08) 9923 1278
Fax: (08) 9923 2440
E-mail: BluffPoint.PS@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.bluffpoint.wa.edu.au/
"SPECIAL INITIATIVES
‘Technology Focus
School’(;99-’99)
Indonesian LOTE
Perceptual Motor Program (PP - Year 1)
Extension Program - talented and gifted
students
Aboriginal Students’ Homework
Classes
Early Literacy Intervention Program
School Based Police Officer Program
Department of Sport and Recreation -
Special Instruction Programs
Extra Curricular Sporting Programs -
conducted by volunteer parents
In-term swimming lessons
Before school access (8:20 am) to
Technology Centre
Aboriginal Islander Education Officers
Commonwealth Literacy Program
Early Literacy Assessment Strategies for
Aboriginal Students (P – 2) Project" (http://www.bluffpoint.wa.edu.au/2000/Extras/introduction.htm)
Government co-educational Years 1 - 7
Address: Barlee Road, Capel 6271
Phone: (08) 9727 2183
Fax: (08) 9727 2415
E-mail: capelsch@iinet.net.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~capelsch/
"Enrichment (PEAC -
PRIMARY EXTENSION AND CHALLENGE)
Selected children from Years 5-7 are offered enrichment activities based on the results of testing in Year 4. The PEAC program is held in Bunbury and due to funding constraints there is only a limited number of children from the region selected for each program.
Selected students must make their own travel arrangements." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~capelsch/cps6.html)
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Everingham St, Carine 6020
Phone: (08) 9243 9100
Fax: (08) 9448 5421
E-mail: enquiry@carinehs.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.carinehs.wa.edu.au/
"SPECIAL PROGRAMS
The school offers remedial and extension programs and an array of extra-curricular activities to meet the special needs of its students." (http://www.carinehs.wa.edu.au/brochure/pg5.htm)
Catholic co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: 1104 Beaufort Street, Bedford 6052
Phone: (08) 9271 9000
Fax: (08) 9271 9663
E-mail: queries@chisholm.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.chisholm.wa.edu.au/
"ACADEMIC EXTENSION AND
SUPPORT
Academic Extension courses and Academic Support courses in English, Mathematics, Science, History and Geography are offered in Years 8 & 9" (http://www.chisholm.wa.edu.au/pages/courses2.html)
Anglican boys Kindergarten - Year 12
Address: Queenslea Drive, Claremont 6010
Phone: (08) 9442 1555
Fax: (08) 9442 1690
E-mail: info@ccgs.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.ccgs.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented
programs: Extension programs in Mathematics, Chemistry
and Physics."
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Lucy Victoria Avenue, Clifton Park 6233
Phone: (08) 9725 2400
Fax: (08) 9725 2656
E-mail: cliftonpark.ps@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.cliftonpark.wa.edu.au/
"SPECIAL NEEDS
Provision is provided for:
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Bruce Street, Como 6152
Phone: (08) 9450 5011
Fax: (08) 9450 3444
E-mail: comoshs@harvestroad.com.au
Website: http://www.harvestroad.com.au/~comoshs/
"Specialist Studies in Science and
Technology is a new course at Como Senior High School for 1999.
Specially selected year 8 students
have half of their school week devoted
to studies of science and technology. This includes:
The course of study in lower school
enables them to successfully embark on year 11 studies that
include 4 subjects in the science and
technology area.
In year 12 students will have the opportunity to begin first year university courses at the Curtin University School of Science and Technology, with a view to providing advanced standing toward a degree course." (http://www.harvestroad.com.au/~comonews/page1.html)
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Arawa Place, Craigie 6025
Phone: (08) 9401 1011
Fax: (08) 9307 6930
E-mail: craigshs@iinet.net.au
Website: http://www.craigieshs.wa.edu.au
"Craigie Senior High
School catering for the WHOLE Student
"The Academic Talent Programme at Craigie Senior High School has a Humanities focus with opportunities for students to achieve excellence in Science and Maths at all the appropriate levels.
The Humanities Programme is an enriched, accelerated and integrated course in English and Society and Environment where students are continually challenged to:
The focus of the Academic Talent Programme at Craigie Senior High is on -
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT -
students achieving academic excellence and fulfilling their potential." (http://www.craigieshs.wa.edu.au/atp.html)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Dalmain Street, Kingsley 6026
Phone: (08) 9309 3711
Fax: (08) 9309 5151
E-mail: dalps@dalps.edwa.net.au
Website: http://www.dalps.edwa.net.au/index.html
"EXTERNAL EXTENSION
The is conducted through the Primary
Extension and Challenge (PEAC) program conducted presently within
the Perth Education District.
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Treetop Avenue, Edgewater 6027
Phone: (08) 9405 4007
Fax: (08) 9405 3700
E-mail: Edgewater.PS@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.ewaterps.edwa.net.au/index.html
"Gifted & Talented
Students
A gifted and talented programme is part of the Education Department's policy on Students at Education Risk. Students are identified following district-wide testing of year four children and they are then offered places in courses run by the Joondalup PEAC Centre. The PEAC Centre is off-site and is staffed by specially trained teachers who provide a supplementary programme for these students on a withdrawal basis course by course. Children attend these courses once a week for up to eight weeks. " (http://www.ewaterps.edwa.net.au/curriculum.htm)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Forest Crescent, Thornlie 6108
Phone: (08) 9493 6922
Fax: (08) 9493 2689
E-mail: forestcr@opera.iinet.net.au
Website: http://www.fcps.wa.edu.au/about_content.html
"THE SUPPORT PROGRAM AT
FOREST CRESCENT
Support at Forest Crescent involves the coordination and provision of programs for the diverse group of students at educational risk. This group not only includes children experiencing learning difficulties but also those who require extension to realise their potential. Allocation of support is on the basis of need with support teachers working closely with class teachers on varied support models. Continuous monitoring of students in all classes ensures that children are only given support for the time that it is needed. For example one student may only need small group work for a Term whilst other may need it for the Semester or year." (http://www.fcps.wa.edu.au/program.htm)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Cnr Fitzgerald And Augustus Streets, Geraldton
6530
Phone: (08) 9921 2311
Fax: (08) 9921 7823
E-mail: library@geraldtonps.wa.edu.au
Website: webpage here
"The school is involved in the
Literacy Net Trial and has received funding through the
Commonwealth Literacy Program. The school has developed a gifted
and talented program with a year 5, 6, 7 class operating full
time for children identified as needing extension. Upper school
classes are grouped into Yr 6/7 classes to enhance collaborative
learning techniques. The school employs a teacher to work with
students at educational risk." (http://www.wn.com.au/geraldton_ps/the.htm)
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Ford Street, Midland 6056
Phone: (08) 9274 5299
Fax: (08) 9250 2098
E-mail: mail@govo.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.govo.wa.edu.au/
"The Academic Talent Program and
the Academic Extension and Enrichment Program at Governor
Stirling Senior High School gives students the opportunity for
enrichment and extension in a supportive environment among other
high achievers. Selected students from across the metropolitan
area and country students who reside at Swanleigh Residential
College are also able to access specially focussed courses."
(http://www.govo.wa.edu.au/profile/index.html)
"Governor Stirling provides students with an extensive choice of subjects including provision for intellectually less able, as well as gifted students. Academic Talent Program (ATP) including telematically transmitted classes to gifted, rural students is one special program. Others include Music and the strongly developing Vocational Educational courses. In 2001 Special Dance and Football programs will be introduced." (http://www.govo.wa.edu.au/courses/)
"Academic Talent Program
In 1994 the Education Department implemented a new policy for the education of gifted (ability) and talented (performance) students in lower school. In 1995 it introduced the Academic Talent Program (ATP) to Year 8 as a sub-set of the Secondary Special Placement Program.
Governor Stirling offers studies in both Humanities (English and Society & Environment) and Mathematics/Science. The teaching/learning program is based on the Curriculum Framework and the Outcomes and Standards Framework. It provides students with the opportunity to learn in a challenging, student centred environment which encourages creativity, independent learning and high order thinking. A special semester course is offered to Year 8 in Business Education and Computing.
The students are initially selected based on tests conducted in Year 7 through Central Office, and some other students gain entry to individual ATP classes based on their performance in a specific subject and a position being available in that class. ATP students at this school can be offered a place in either one or both of the focus areas: Humanities and Mathematics/Science, depending on their test results. They are then required to maintain an acceptable level of achievement in order to retain their position in the program.
Governor Stirling provides two Coordinators to monitor the academic progress and performance of our ATP students, to look after their welfare, and to liaise between parents and/or Swanleigh." (http://www.govo.wa.edu.au/profile/curriculum/atp/)
Anglican boys Kindergarten - Year 12 (girls Kindergarten
- Year 7)
Address: 11 Terrace Road, Guildford 6935
Phone: (08) 9377 9222
Fax: (08) 9377 3140
E-mail: ghickling@ggs.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.ggs.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented
programs: Academic Honours Society Years 10 - 12. High
Technology and Learning Centre."
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Illawarra Crescent North, Ballajura 6066
Phone: (08) 9249 1296
Fax: (08) 9249 4517
E-mail: admin@illawarraps.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.illawarraps.wa.edu.au/
"PEAC
Primary Extension and Challenge program caters for academically talented children in Years 5 & 6. Selected Year 4 children, who are nominated by parents or teachers, are tested to determine their suitability. The parents of those children are responsible for transporting their children to and from the P.E.A.C. Centre. The Swan Education District is also planning to implement PEAC courses for children in Years 1- 4."
Catholic girls Years 8 - 12
Address: 33 Palmerston Street, Mosman Park 6012
Phone: (08) 9384 0066
Fax: (08) 9384 5191
E-mail: enrol@iona.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.iona.wa.edu.au/
"Challenge Mathematics and Science
are available for the very capable students in these areas."
(http://www.iona.wa.edu.au/pages/curriculum.html)
"Gifted/talented programs: Special programs offered in science and mathematics."
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: 90 Ellen Street, Fremantle 6160
Phone: (08) 9433 7200
Fax: (08) 9430 5856
E-mail: jcurtin@jc.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.jc.wa.edu.au/
"The principle focus of the school
is on the Performing Arts. Specialist programs exist in drama,
dance and music. Students supplement their major area of study by
undertaking enrichment studies in other performance and visual
arts areas.
The school is a designated Education Department of WA school for academically talented students in the humanities. Special programs in Mathematics and Sciences are also available. Other specialist programs are Nautical Studies and Soccer Excellence.
Entry into these programs is through audition, testing and interview. Applications for all special courses can be made in response to advertisements beginning in May of each year. Selection of students occurs between June and September each year. Brochures on each of the school's specialist courses are available on application from the Principal's Secretary." (http://www.jc.wa.edu.au/specprog/index.html)
"MATHEMATICS and SCIENCE
The Academic Excellence Mathematics and Science programs have been running at John Curtin SHS for several years.
The program is supported by the appointment of a coordinator whose main role is to oversee the program, and be a link between teachers, students, and parents.
Selection in the year 8 program is by one of three methods.
Sitting the John Curtin SHS selection test in June. (When in year 7). An eligible score will guarantee a place in the program. Sitting the EDWA Academic Talent Program test, obtaining entry into that program, but choosing to attend John Curtin SHS. (If sufficient places are available). Attending John Curtin SHS, and being recommended by the classroom teacher to join the program. (If a place is available).
To sit the John Curtin SHS test, a position must be reserved. Information regarding the test date is advertised in "The West Australian" and community newspapers in May. The school secretary can be contacted for confirmation of reservation or dates.
The school has information evenings for parents of prospective students several times each year. Contact the secretary for dates and further information.
A student may be selected for either or both Mathematics and Science programs. Selection in either or both will not mean that other special programs cannot be taken, as these programs run independently.
The individual teachers determine the content of the extension courses.
Students in the extension program are expected to maintain high academic standards, as well as participating in external competitions. Some students will be invited to participate in challenge events. Both departments (mathematics and science) are fully supportive of students who enter these events.
Students may be removed from the program. This may be done if a student is not maintaining adequate academic standards, or behavior or disclipine standards are not at a satisfactory level.
The Dulcie Skuraski Scholarship is awarded to the student with the highest mathematics score in the John Curtin SHS test, and attends John Curtin SHS. This scholarship pays for the lower school fees while the student maintains academic standards.
A small fee is charged for entry into these programs.
Further information may be obtained from the Academic Excellence Program coordinator, or the secretary." (http://www.jc.wa.edu.au/specprog/aep.html)
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Cnr Third Avenue & Cammillo Road, Kelmscott
6111
Phone: (08) 9390 6055
Fax: (08) 9390 4082
E-mail: anthony.b.terry@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~kelmstaf/
"Academic Talent
Programmes:
Students ranked in the top 2% of Year 7 students tested by EDWA are offered placements in specialised courses in mathematics/science and the humanities. Academic extension and enrichment are promoted through these exciting and innovative programmes." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~kelmstaf/courses/special_courses.shtml)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Latham Road, Ferndale 6148
Phone: (08) 9458 3555
Fax: (08) 9356 1187
E-mail: kinlock@kinlock.edwa.net.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~kinlock
"PEAC (Primary Extension
and Challenge)
This programme operates at Rossmoyne and
Kinlock primary schools for academically able students in Year 5,
6 and 7." (http://www.leeming.edwa.net.au/aboutus.htm)
Catholic co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Dowling Street, Rockingham 6168
Phone: (08) 9592 1500
Fax: (08) 9592 2933
E-mail: princsec@kolbe.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.kolbe.wa.edu.au/
"Academic Extension Courses are run
in Years 9 and 10 and encompass English, Mathematics, Science and
Social Science. Such opportunities for accelerated learning offer
students the necessary background and motivation to strive for
academic excellence and also give them a head start in their
Upper School Courses.
Academic Enrichment is offered to students in Years 8 and 9. An additional teacher may be assigned to work with individuals or a small group of students, especially in the area of English and Mathematics. " (http://www.kolbe.wa.edu.au/lwrsch.html)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Meharry Road, Leeming 6149
Phone: (08) 9310 9133
Fax: (08) 9310 8084
E-mail: leeadmin@iinet.net.au
Website: http://www.leeming.edwa.net.au/
"PEAC (Primary Extension
and Challenge)
This programme operates at Rossmoyne and
Kinlock primary schools for academically able students in Year 5,
6 and 7." (http://www.leeming.edwa.net.au/aboutus.htm)
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Benara Rd, Kiara 6054
Phone: (08) 9279 4055
Fax: (08) 9279 2469
Website: http://www.lockridge.wa.edu.au/
"Academic Extension
Lockridge Senior High School offers students who are academically gifted and talented the opportunity to extend their abilities in the areas of Mathematics, English, Science and Social Studies by providing the students with an Academic Extension Program.
Students are selected by evaluating their past and current records (including primary school achievement where appropriate), their attitude to their education and their work ethos. Selection of students is performance based, and is ongoing. Students can therefore be promoted to, or if necessary demoted from the class as time goes by.
The Academic Extension Program
replaces the student's normal class(es) and provides different
work for the students to complete. The
extension studies vary from subject to
subject. However some features of the work include: moving
through the work at a faster pace,
encouraging students to learn things for
themselves through research, problem solving, both individually
and in groups, and more emphasis on independent study.
The classes ran in year 8 in 1996,
and it is anticipated that they will eventually run in years 8, 9
and 10. Please contact the Academic
Extension Coordinator at the school if
you would like more information." (http://www.lockridge.wa.edu.au/schlinfo/courses/acadext.htm)
Uniting Church girls Kindergarten-Year 12
Address: 356 Stirling Highway, Claremont 6010
Phone: (08) 9384 4000
Fax: (08) 9385 1509
E-mail: mlc@mlc.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.mlc.wa.edu.au
"Methodist Ladies' College aims to
provide students with an education that will equip them for life
in the 21st century and encourages each student to achieve her
full educational potential.
The pursuit of personal excellence is fostered as a desirable goal for all.
To achieve this aim, the Methodist Ladies' College curriculum is broadly-based, balanced and holistic.
It seeks to cater for students with a wide range of interests and abilities, from the gifted to those with moderate learning disabilities. Complementing the core learning areas is a broad range of academic, cultural, spiritual, social and physical co-curricular activities. Methodist Ladies' College has always been a progressive school, ready to adapt and grow with the changing times." (http://www.mlc.wa.edu.au/mlc.nsf/docs/4RJBK6783?OpenDocument)
"Gifted/talented programs: Gifted and talented students participate in an enrichment program on a limited withdrawal basis at Year 10."
Non-denominational co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: 16 Brockway Road, Mount Claremont 6010
Phone: (08) 9384 5894
Fax: (08) 9383 4909
E-mail: admin@moerlina.edwa.net.au
Website: http://www.moerlina.edwa.net.au/home.htm
"Curriculum
The Moerlina curriculum is based on the Western Australian Curriculum Framework. There are currently six full-time teachers and a teachers' assistant. In addition, music and Italian language classes are provided each week by specialist teachers coming into the school. A specialist teacher is also employed to assist children with remediation and extension needs.
The school timetable ensures that
language, arts, mathematics, social studies, and science are
covered in the daily sessions. Sufficient
flexibility is included to enable
students to participate in educational events occurring in the
community. The school aims for self-motivated children. To this
end, freedom to do something different is encouraged during
option periods, provided that the child can handle the different
situation.
In 1998, Moerlina introduced a
Differentiated Learning Program which has lead to earlier and
better identification of individual children's
learning styles and special abilities.
This enables teachers to make better provision for each child,
both in the classroom and in special
groupings. All children at Moerlina are
expected to benefit from a more informed and comprehensive
differentiated learning approach in the School as we make better
use of our valuable teaching resources." (http://www.moerlina.edwa.net.au/parents.htm)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 3
Address: 212 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn 6016
Phone: (08) 9444 1418
Fax: (08) 9242 5648
E-mail: hawthjun@iinet.net.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~hawthjun/
"JUNIOR EXTENSIONS TOPICS
(J.E.T.)
Ms Susan Cromb is our support teacher and specialises in providing extension activities for students in Reading and Mathematics.
Students who demonstrate aptitude in these learning areas are selected to participate in a one-hour extension class per week." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~hawthjun/tags.htm)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Livesey Street, Mundijong 6123
Phone: (08) 9525 5118
Fax: (08) 9525 5924
E-mail: Allan.Hope@eddept.wa.edu.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~mundips/
"The Learning Programme
The school provides a learning
environment based upon the eight learning areas encompassed by
the Curriculum Framework adopted by
the Education Department of Western
Australia in 1998.
Programmes are in place to provide
for both children experiencing learning difficulties and those
who would benefit from academic
extensions.
From Year 3 onwards, all children learn Indonesian as a second language." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~mundips/info.html)
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Gray Street, Narrogin 6312
Phone: (08) 9881 1888
Fax: (08) 9881 2170
E-mail: mail@nshs.wa.edu.au
Website: http://nshs.wa.edu.au/
"The objective of this course is to
provide those students who have demonstrated exceptional ability,
an avenue and some support to pursue their interests and develop
skills in areas that they may not otherwise encounter. The
environment is hopefully "vertical". ie we will have
students from year 8 to year 10 involved in each project.
TAGS this year is biased towards Technology type activities. Areas under investigation include: Robotics and Robotic Vision, Environmental Studies, Solar powered vehicles, Sustainable Living, Value Adding, Web Page Design.
This list is not meant to be exclusive. Students who find activities they would like to pursue and who could use some school support are welcome to approach me with their ideas." (http://nshs.wa.edu.au/tags.htm)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Marvell Avenue, Spearwood 6153
Phone: (08) 9418 4927
Fax: (08) 9434 1291
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~libnewt/
"PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Maitland Road, Balga 6061
Phone: (08) 92473599
Fax: (08) 9343 3288
E-mail: nbalgaps@iinet.net.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~nbalgaps/
"The school is host for a Primary
Enrichment and Challenge (PEAC) program and sees students from
our school
join with students from other schools in
a variety of enrichment activities." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~nbalgaps/principalsmessage/principalsmessage.html)
Non-denominational co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Bussell Highway, Forrest Grove 6286
Phone: (08) 9757 7515
E-mail: nfs@netserv.net.au
Website: www.nyindamurra.wa.edu.au
"Flexible Programming
Individual programmes are created for students with special needs such as those with learning difficulties or those with special talents." (http://www.nyindamurra.wa.edu.au/pamphlet.htm)
Catholic co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Miles Street, Karrinyup 6018
Phone: (08) 9341 3148
Fax: (08) 9244 3815
E-mail: staff@olgc.edwa.net.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~olgc/
"Collaborative Learning techniques
are being well utilised in our efforts to cater for the
educational, social and personal needs of our students. We also
provide extension programmes in each class as well as a Gifted
and Talented programme. We assist "at risk" students by
means of individual and small group assistance in each class as
well provide a Support Teacher and Teacher Aide to further cater
for children in need. We also have a very successful Learning
Assistance Programme (LAP) that endeavours to boost the self
esteem of students and provide them with a positive self
concept." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~olgc/special.htm)
Uniting Church girls Kindergarten - Year 12
Address: 6 Morrison Street, Como 6152
Phone: (08) 9474 0508
Fax: (08) 9474 2358
E-mail: ssadmin@penrhos.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.penrhos.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented
programs: A program is in place focusing on the gifted
and talented initially from Years 7 to 9; extension work is
provided in most core subject areas for top groups."
Anglican girls Kindergarten - Year 12
Address: 31 Lawley Crescent, Mount Lawley 6050
Phone: (08) 9272 1222
Fax: (08) 9271 6427
E-mail: pcenrol@nova.pc.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.pc.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented program:
Gifted and talented students have many opportunities for
extension within both curriculum an co-curricular programs."
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Roberts Road, Subiaco 6008
Phone: (08) 9380 0555
Fax: (08) 9380 0550
E-mail: modern@perthmodern.wa.edu
Website: http://www.perthmodern.wa.edu.au/
"Special Programs
include...
Uniting Church Girls Kindergarten to Year 12
Address: 14 McNeil Street, Peppermint Grove 6011
Phone: (08) 9424 6444
Fax: (08) 9424 6466
Website: http://www.plc.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented
programs: The Learning Enrichment Centre provides
extension."
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: 62 Kanowna Avenue, Redcliffe 6104
Phone: (08) 9277 2569
Fax: (08) 9277 2080
E-mail: rps@iinet.net.au
Website: www.iinet.net.au/~rps
"Primary Extension And
Challenge (P.E.A.C.)
The P.E.A.C. centre (currently located in a school in the Perth South District) provides part time extension programs for gifted and talented students during their last three years in primary school (i.e. during Years 5, 6, and 7). The program, offered three times a year, is designed to supplement school based provisions for exceptionally able students. " (http://members.iinet.net.au/~rps/red10.htm)
Pentecostal co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: 22 Colombo Street, Victoria Park 6100
Phone: (08) 9470 4569
Fax: (08) 9470 3898
E-mail: gdirvine@regentcollege.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.regentcollege.wa.edu.au/
Recommended by a
parent with children at the school
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Second Ave, Rossmoyne 6148
Phone: (08) 9354 4290
Fax: (08) 9354 1101
E-mail: rps@q-net.net.au
Website: http://www2.q-net.net.au/~rps/
"PEAC (Primary Extension
and Challenge)
This programme operates at Rossmoyne and
Kinlock primary schools for academically able students in Year 5,
6 and 7." (http://www.leeming.edwa.net.au/aboutus.htm)
Government co-educational Years 8 -12
Address: Keith Road, Rossmoyne 6148
Phone: (08) 9354 2944
Fax: (08) 9354 3945
E-mail: enquiries@rossmoyne.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.rossmoyne.wa.edu.au/
"ACADEMIC EXTENSION
The school caters for talented and gifted students through its Academic Extension Program.
In Years 8, 9 and 10 special classes are offered in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and LOTE. These classes provide enrichment and extension activities to enhance academic excellence and facilitate the fulfilment of individual student potential.
The success of these programmes include frequent General and Subject Exhibition Awards in the Tertiary Entrance Examinations and wide ranging participation and success in academic competitions at State and National levels in terms of many awards and prizes." (http://www.rossmoyne.wa.edu.au/specprog.htm)
"Year 8 Academic Extension Program
Parent Information 2001...
Year 8 Academic Extension
The year 8-extension program in English,
Science and Society and Environment will commence in week 3 of
term 2. This date was chosen in order to allow our year eight
students a reasonable time to settle into school life and for
teachers to gain an appreciation of their abilities. Staff will
be asked for nominations of students for the program in weeks 9
and 10 of term 1. Classes will commence at the start of week 3
after the selection process has taken place. Please note that the
year 8 Mathematics extension program has already commenced.
Students are selected for this program based on their primary
school mathematics performance. Mr Troy is the teacher of the
year 8 mathematics extension class in 2001.
Selection of students
Teachers receive a checklist in their
subject area that lists the characteristics of gifted students.
This checklist was developed by the Education Department as part
of the TAGS (Talented & Gifted Students) kit and assists
teachers when making nominations for the extension program.
Teachers will also use test results, assignment work, group
participation as well as reflecting on attitude and behavioural
characteristics of students before making their final
nominations.
Parents are also able to suggest their child for nomination into the extension program. The coordinator will investigate such requests. Parents may be given a checklist if they wish to nominate their child so that they can gauge the suitability of their child before teachers are approached. If a parent considers their child suitable for extension then it is suggested that parents ask their child to approach the teacher in order to express their interest in the program. This would enable teachers to be aware of the interest of students in their class and would provide further opportunity for teachers to reflect on the suitability of students expressing interest in the program.
Students who have been nominated for the program will receive a letter of invitation. If the student wishes to accept the nomination after discussion with their parents then they will need to complete the return slip at the bottom of the letter of invitation and return it to the coordinator in Science Office 2 by the due date.
Student Commitment
It is expected that students accepting a
nomination for the program be committed to that program. Students
can leave the program but must provide a suitable reason to the
extension coordinator. This reason must be explained in a letter
from the parent of the student.
Type of Program - Revolving Door
Model
The Rossmoyne Senior High School
extension program is based on the revolving door model where
students enter and leave the program at various times and for
various reason. Students can enter the program at various times
during the year due to staff nominations, parent suggestions or
by being a new student to the school. Some students leave the
program for various reasons the main one usually being an over
commitment in several areas of school life. The extension program
seeks to further develop the skills and abilities of our talented
students by fostering an environment in which challenging
opportunities are presented and where students can work with
peers who share similar interests and ability.
Reporting
All year 8 students will receive a
report at the end of at the end of the academic year. No report
is given at the end of Semester 1 as teachers of extension
classes have only seen students on a few occasions. Students who
have successfully completed the program will also receive a
certificate that acknowledges their extra achievements. This
certificate will be available at the end of the academic year and
will be a valuable addition to their portfolios.
Help
Parents may also be able to make our
extension program more interesting and challenging. If you are
involved in an interesting profession or have expertise in an
area that you feel would be of interest to a group of our
extension students and would be able to make yourself available
for participation in our program we would be most interested to
hear from you. Please do not hesitate to contact the subject
teacher concerned or the extension coordinator." (http://www.rossmoyne.wa.edu.au/yracadex.htm)
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: Rostrata Ave, Willetton 6155
Phone: (08) 9457 9455
Fax: (08) 9354 3922
E-mail: rostrata@opera.iinet.net.au
Website: http://www.rostrata.wa.edu.au/
"Extension: (Gifted and
Talented)
T.A.G.'s (Talented and Gifted Programme): (Co-ordinator - Miss Barnes)
The T.A.G.'s programme commenced in late 1995 . The children in the programme are nominated by classroom teachers following the Department's Criteria for selection. Children who attend P.E.A.C. are not included in the programme.
Staff members take groups of talented students in a variety of subjects." (http://www.rostrata.wa.edu.au/~admin/programmes.html)
Catholic girls Years 8 - 12
Address: Moreing Road, Attadale 6156
Phone: (08) 9330 6566
Fax: (08) 9317 2838
E-mail: smc@santamaria.was.edu.au
Website: http://www.santamaria.wa.edu.au/
"The curriculum in Years 8 to 10
has been developed by the College staff to cater for the
abilities, needs and interests of all students from the
academically able to those students requiring assistance with
learning difficulties." http://www.santamaria.wa.edu.au/rod/homeb.html
Uniting Church boys Years 1 - 12
Address: 76 Shenton Road, Swanbourne 6910
Phone: (08) 9384 1466
Fax: (08) 9385 2286
E-mail: srm@scotch.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.scotch.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented: Extension
for students is offered as extra work, and as part of the 'Talent
Ed' program or the upper school 'Promethean Society' discussion
group."
Government co-educational Years 8 - 12
Address: Lefroy Road, Beaconsfield 6162
Phone: (08) 9337 3833
Fax: (08) 9337 3998
E-mail: freoshs@freoshs.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.freoshs.wa.edu.au/
"Special Programs
Government co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: 51 Forrest Street, South Perth 6151
Phone: (08) 9367 2652
Fax: (08) 9367 7407
E-mail: sperth@iinet.net.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~sperth/
"The more able children usually
reveal themselves early in their school life, and often qualify
for PEAC or Special Secondary placements for Year 8." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~sperth/profile.html)
Anglican girls Kindergarten - Year 12
Address: Bay View Terrace, Mosman Park 6012
Phone: (08) 9384 1822
Fax: (08) 9384 2916
E-mail: enrol@sthildas.wa.edu.au
Website: http://sthildas.wa.edu.au
"Gifted/talented
programs: Individualised curriculum, group enrichment
programs and support for girls from Years 1 to 12."
Catholic co-educational Kindergarten - Year 7
Address: 21 Lalor Street, Scarborough 6019
Phone: (08) 9341 1467
Fax: (08) 9341 8565
E-mail: sjss@iinet.net.au
Website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~sjss/
"Enrichment Programme
St. John's offers an enrichment programme for gifted and talented students. This programme provides academic extension for students from Years 4-7 which caters for the interaction of students with their intellectual peers in a withdrawal programme to allow the gifts and talents of students to emerge, be recognised and developed.
Activities are designed around the learning areas of Mathematics, Science, Language, Social Studies, Health, Technology and Enterprise. These activities employ strategies and skills to develop logical thinking, creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, values clarification and aims to enhance the self esteem of the gifted and talented student." (http://members.iinet.net.au/~sjss/specials.html)
Anglican co-educational Kindergarten - Year 12
Address: St Marks Drive, Hillarys 6025
Phone: (08) 9307 1650
Fax: (08) 9307 7577
E-mail: prinsec@stmarks.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.stmarks.wa.edu.au/
"The School endeavours to cater for
students of a wide range of abilities. The Learning Centre offers
extra challenges and enrichment opportunities to gifted students
in Upper Primary and Secondary. A number of physically
handicapped children are assisted by a Special Education teacher
and teachers' aides. These children are integrated into the
regular classrooms." (http://www.stmarks.wa.edu.au/prospectus.html)
"Gifted/talented programs: Students are streamed in Mathematics and Science. There are selective classes in Years 9 and 10 which focus on thinking skills and creative problem solving. The school also has a well-equipped Learning Centre which allows students to work independently on projects, cutting across the normal subject barriers and using the latest technology."
Uniting Church co-educational Kindergarten - Year 12
Address: Duncraig 6023
Phone: (08) 9447 1111
Fax: (08) 9447 1116
"Gifted/talented
programs: Special help offered Pre-primary to Year
12."
Catholic boys Years 4 - 12
Address: Trinity Avenue, East Perth 6004
Phone: (08) 9325 3655
Fax: (08) 9221 4352
E-mail: office@trinity.wa.edu.au
Website: http://www.trinity.wa.edu.au/
"Extension
Additional challenge and academic extension programmes are provided for more able students." (http://www.trinity.wa.edu.au/~triprim/page6.html)
"Gifted/talented programs: Extension programs in Years 4 to 10."
Uniting Church boys Kindergarten - Year 12 (girls
Kindergarten - Year 4)
Address: 40 Coode Street, South Perth 6151
Phone: (08) 9368 8000
Fax: (08) 9474 1051