Our vision for every student is to ensure they are provided with opportunities to extend and enhance their learning.
We have a whole school approach to identifying and differentiating the curriculum for students, to enable us to cater for their specific needs.
Our policy and ideals are based around the Gifted and Talented Framework for Education Queensland.
Programs include:
Academic Extension Program
This entails the implementation of academic extension programs which covers all year levels.
During Term 1 extension lessons are offered to nominated learners in Years 1-4 in the areas of literacy and numeracy.
Young Crest Scholars Program
For successful students in Years 5 and 6. Students participate in four ‘Excellence Days’ throughout the year at Sunshine Beach State High School in the area of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). The program is designed to provide enrichment opportunities for highly motivated students to further develop their skills in critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication and innovation.
Beyond the Book Literary Festival
Held at the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) or online where nominated Years 5 and 6 learners engage with writers, illustrators and poets in exciting workshops and presentations.
Year 6 Readers’ Cup Competition
This program challenges our Year 6 students to read widely, work collaboratively and continue to develop a love of reading.
ICAS UNSW (International Competitions and Assessment for Schools)
These assessments are independent, skills based with a competition element organised by the University of NSW for our students in Years 2 -6.
Writing competitions
Various literary competitions encourage our aspiring Years 2-6 writers an opportunity to develop their literary skills by entering various literary competitions.
Kids in Action
Kids in Action is the Sunshine Coast Council's award-winning environmental program which grows a culture that values caring for the natural world. This program is offered to our Environmental Leaders and other nominated senior learners.