Specialist Programs

Specialist Programs

At Clayton North Primary School, our specialist programs provide students with opportunities to discover new interests, develop their talents and broaden their learning experiences. Through Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Japanese, Physical Education and STEM, students explore creativity, culture, movement and technology while building skills that support their learning and personal growth.

Performing Arts

Our Performing Arts program develops students’ creativity, musical skills and confidence through singing, dance, music-making and performance. Students explore different musical styles and learn about rhythm, beat, melody and how music can express feelings and ideas.

Students learn to create and perform music using a variety of instruments, including percussion, keyboards and digital instruments. They also develop their listening skills and learn to work together to create musical performances.

School assemblies, special events and performances provide opportunities for students to showcase their talents and experience the enjoyment of performing for an audience.

Visual Arts

Our Visual Arts program allows students to express their ideas and develop artistic skills through drawing, painting, printing, collage, textiles, sculpture and digital art. Students experiment with different materials and techniques, making creative choices as they produce their own artworks.

Students also explore art from different cultures, times and places, learning how artists communicate ideas, feelings and experiences. Their artwork is regularly displayed throughout the school, allowing students to celebrate their achievements and share their creativity with the school community.

Japanese

Our Japanese program introduces students from Foundation to Year 6 to Japanese language and culture. Through songs, games, conversations, role play and cultural activities, students develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

In the early years, students learn greetings, everyday vocabulary and simple phrases. As they progress, they expand their vocabulary and learn to communicate using more complex sentences. Students also explore Japanese traditions and customs, developing an appreciation of another language and culture.

Physical Education

Our Physical Education program promotes active and healthy lifestyles through weekly lessons that develop movement skills, fitness, coordination and teamwork. Students participate in a variety of games, sports and physical activities while learning the importance of cooperation, fair play and respect for others.

In Foundation, students participate in the Perceptual Motor Program (PMP) during Semester 1, developing foundational skills such as balance, coordination, spatial awareness and body control.

As students progress, they build their sporting skills and understanding of game rules, strategies and teamwork. Students also participate in school sporting events, including cross country and athletics, while Years 5 and 6 have opportunities to represent the school in Summer and Winter Gala sports.

STEM

Our STEM program provides students from Foundation to Year 6 with a dedicated weekly lesson that brings together Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Aligned with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0, the program encourages students to investigate questions, explore ideas and solve real-world problems through hands-on learning.

In Science, students explore living things, materials, forces, energy, Earth and space. They develop their understanding through experiments, investigations and observations, learning to ask questions, make predictions and explain their findings.

Mathematics is incorporated into STEM activities as students apply their knowledge to measure, identify patterns, interpret information and solve practical problems.

Through Digital Technologies, students develop coding and problem-solving skills using tools such as Bee-Bots, Ozobots, Spheros and LEGO Mindstorms. They learn to create instructions, program devices and explore how technology can be used to develop solutions.

In Design and Technologies, students plan, design, build and test their ideas using different materials and tools. They learn to evaluate their designs and make improvements based on testing and feedback.

As students progress through the school, STEM activities become increasingly challenging, building their curiosity, creativity, critical thinking and ability to work collaboratively.