Advanced Placement Program
Programs are offered to students who have been identified as eligible for academic or cultural extension. These courses are aimed at extending the learning and academic/cultural development of our top students. Participation in these programs is by invitation only and they are conducted before or after school hours by school staff or outside presenters.
Performing Arts
Mrs Michele Eisenhauer teaches elements of music and performance to each class from Year 1 to Year 6 for an hour each week. In addition, the school has:
- a vocal group
- a musical theatre group
- a dance troupe
- a Year 6 end of year production.
In addition, class assembly items are often conducted in cooperation with the performing arts teacher.
School of Instrumental Music (SIMS)
Visiting music teachers provide tuition to selected students from years 3-6 in brass, clarinet, flute, guitar, cello, and violin. All lessons for invited students are during the school day on site at EPS. Students perform on a bi-annual basis for the rest of the school at a dedicated school assembly.
Science
Mrs Vicki Brockhoff teaches Science concepts and skills to all students in the school from Pre-Primary to Year 6. The program covers:
- Biological Science
- Physical Science
- Chemical Science
- Earth and Space Science
Included in the Science understandings is the concept of Science as a Human Endeavour which considers the range of employment options within the Science field.
ICT
Specialist teacher Mr Pete Grantham, provides all Year 1-6 students weekly ICT classes advancing their computer skills. The school has a very well resourced ICT lab with 3D printer for our students to use. Multiple class sets of laptop computers and iPads are provided for integrated ICT activities in the classrooms.
Mr Grantham also administers a Tech Team comprising of nominated Year 5 students to assist in the maintenance of the school ICT resources.
Physical Education
Specialist teacher, Mrs Kylie Collins, instructs all year 1 – 6 students weekly for fitness, physical skills and games. Before and after school seasonal training is held for events including Interschool cross country, athletics and sports carnivals. The school conducts its faction athletics carnival in term four on a yearly basis when all students can gain points to assist their faction to win the perpetual shield.
Formal Grammar
All classes are instructed in formal grammar each week due to the importance of this often overlooked area of literacy. Dr MacNeill, the Principal, conducts one hour sessions with some senior classes.
Morning Fitness
Every morning all classes from Years 1 – 6 gather on the school oval to engage in a morning fitness program that highlights cooperation, social skills and leadership. Year six students act as mentors to engage other classes in fitness activities. The sense of community through whole school participation plays a vital role in students’ readiness to work and cooperation in day to day matters.
School Psychologist
Where the individual needs of students require further assessment and/or intervention the class teacher may refer them to the admin. for the involvement of the school psychologist. This involvement is done in consultation with parents and carers who are included in the process at all stages.
Speech Pathologist
The school has funded a speech pathologist for 2021, Mrs Lily Kotkis, to support identified students with speech related difficulties. Mrs Kotkis works every Thursday in the Early Learning block.
