During the Preparatory year the child learns to read and gain basic mathematical concepts using concrete materials. Much time is spent communicating, relating and interacting with many language activities including poetry, drama and writing of real life experiences. Other learning areas include: science, art, music, physical education, PMP (Perceptual Motor Program), games and social studies.

There is a strong emphasis on character training including honesty, reliability and care of materials.

A loving approach to each other in play, speech and attitude is fostered. Children learn to pray together, to appreciate God's care and to enjoy his creation. They are encouraged to take part in Chapel services and come to realise that, though young, they are important.

Curriculum provision is made though core and extension activities for useful and challenging experiences in the following areas:

• The Arts: Art, Music and Drama
• English: Reading, Spelling, Word Study, Vocabulary Development, Creative Writing, Poetry, Oral Communication, Handwriting, Language Skills, Listening, Literature, Logical Thinking (Grade 6)
• Health: Physical Education and Sport
• Languages Other Than English: German (Carrum Downs), Indonesian (Tyabb and Latrobe City, Traralgon)
• Studies of Society and the Environment: History and Social Studies
• Mathematics: General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving
• Science: General Science and Agricultural Studies (Tyabb and Carrum Downs only)
• Technology: Information Technology and Craft

Christian teaching: This is integrated into the overall curriculum as well as through Chapel services, Bible studies and daily Devotions.

Extra curricular activities provide enrichment in the area of choir, guitar, ensemble, mathematics, science and language competitions, public speaking, Library skills and Literature appreciation, house competitions and specialised sports.

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