Curriculum and Learning
At Peregian Beach College we provide all students with the opportunity to explore a range of specialist subjects. Supporting them to step outside their comfort zones and experience the emotional and academic growth that occurs when meeting new challenges.
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English
English
At Peregian Beach College, English is a cornerstone of our curriculum from Prep through to Year 12. In the early years (Prep–Year 2), we implement InitiaLit and MiniLit, evidence-based programs grounded in the Science of Reading. These explicit and structured literacy approaches ensure every child builds a strong foundation in reading, writing and phonics, setting students up for long-term success.
As students progress through primary and into secondary school, they deepen their understanding of language and its purpose across a range of contexts. They explore classic and contemporary literature, analyse media texts, and craft their own creative, persuasive, and analytical writing.
In Years 11 and 12, students can choose from General English or Literature, allowing them to tailor their learning to suit their interests and future pathways. In some instances students are able to complete a Literacy Short Course. Across all year levels, our English program fosters critical thinking, effective communication, and a lifelong appreciation for language and storytelling.
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Mathematics
Mathematics
At Peregian Beach College, our Mathematics curriculum is designed to build strong numeracy skills, logical thinking, and problem-solving abilities from Prep through to Year 12. In the early years, students develop a deep understanding of number concepts, patterns, shapes, and measurement through hands-on and engaging learning experiences. Across the Primary School, our Learning Through Doing approach to mathematics engages students in hands-on, real-world problem-solvingexperiences. From Prep to Year 6, learners actively explore mathematical concepts in meaningful ways that build deep understanding and confidence in numeracy.
As students move through primary and into secondary school, they explore increasingly complex mathematical concepts across the strands of Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Lessons are designed to be relevant, challenging, and differentiated to support all learners.
In Senior Secondary, students can choose from a range of pathways including General Mathematics and Mathematical Methods. These courses prepare students for diverse future studies and careers, fostering confidence in applying mathematics to real-world contexts. In some instances, students are able to complete a Numeracy Short Course.
Our Mathematics program nurtures curiosity, resilience, and analytical thinking, empowering students to become capable and confident problem solvers in an ever-changing world.
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The Arts
The Arts
Visual Art
Art is a valued part of the curriculum at Peregian Beach College, with dedicated lessons included in the regular timetable from Prep to Year 12. From Year 9 onwards, Art becomes an elective subject, allowing students to explore their creative interests in greater depth. Throughout their studies, students are introduced to the essential principles and techniques of visual art, laying a strong foundation for creative expression and critical thinking.
Music Lessons
Music lessons are scheduled in the regular timetable for students from Prep – Year 12. Once students reach Year 9 and beyond Music is an elective subject. Throughout the course of study students are introduced to the fundamentals of music right through to composition and instrumentation.
Instrumental Music
The instrumental program is extensive and conducted by a team of skilled and experienced staff. At present we offer voice, piano, guitar and drums to students from Year P-12. The main goals of the music program are for students to develop sound musical skills and through their engagement in music, develop a life-long appreciation of music.
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Health & Physical Education
HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Health and Physical Education
Health and Physical Education provides students with an experiential curriculum that is contemporary, relevant, challenging and physically active. Movement is a powerful medium for learning, through which students can practise and refine personal, behavioural, social and cognitive skills.
The Health and Physical Education curriculum supports students to develop knowledge understanding and skills to enhance their own and others’ health, wellbeing, safety and physical activity participation. Students develop skills to manage their emotions and understand the physical and social changes that are occurring for them. The content provides opportunities for students to contribute to building a positive school environment that supports healthy, safe and active choices for everyone. Students also explore a range of factors and behaviours that can influence health, safety and wellbeing.
Health and Physical Education is a mandatory subject for Prep – Year 10, students can continue their studies in Senior Physical Education as an elective subject. Additionally, students have the option of selecting to complete a Certificate III in Fitness, or to study Sport and Recreation.
Carnivals and Events
All students at the College are encouraged to participate in our Track and Field Carnival, Cross Country and Swimming Carnivals. Successful athletes then participate in District/Regional events. In addition, we also have inter-school competitions (generally for students in Middle School and Senior).
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Humanities
Humanities
Humanities
The Humanities learning area at our school encourages students to explore and understand the world around them through the study of History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship, and Economics and Business. From the early years through to the senior phase of learning, students develop skills in inquiry, critical thinking, and ethical understanding. Our Humanities program aligns with the Australian Curriculum and supports students in becoming informed, active citizens who can make sense of the past, engage with the present, and contribute thoughtfully to the future.
In Primary School, students engage with HASS (Humanities and Social Sciences), which provides an integrated introduction to History and Social Sciences.
This foundation is further developed in Secondary School, where students study History and Geography as distinct subjects from Years 7 to 9. Business is introduced as a core subject in Years 7 and 8, while Business is offered as electives from Year 9 through to Year 12. Senior Secondary students (Year 11 & 12) also have the option of studying Legal Studies.
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Technologies
Technologies
Design and Technologies (Primary)
In Primary School, Design and Technologies encourages students to explore how products, services, and environments are designed and created. Aligned with the Australian Curriculum, students engage in hands-on projects where they generate ideas, plan, and safely produce solutions to real-life problems. Through these creative and practical experiences, students develop foundational skills in critical thinking, collaboration, and innovation.
Digital Technologies (Secondary)
In Secondary School, Digital Technologies equips students with the skills to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Aligned with the Australian Curriculum, students learn to design, create, and evaluate digital solutions using computational thinking and coding. They explore data systems, cybersecurity, and the ethical use of technology, while developing practical skills in problem-solving, programming, and digital systems. The program fosters creativity, innovation, and resilience—preparing students for future pathways in technology and beyond.
Food Technology
Food Technology is offered to students from Years 7 through Year 12. Food Technology provides students with a broad range of skills and knowledge that encourages students to explore the importance of food in ensuring the wellbeing of all Australians. These knowledge and skills include food properties, preparation, processing, consumption patterns and nutritional considerations.
Year 7 & 8 students delve more deeply into aspects of Food Technology, exploring the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating and the Australian Dietary Guidelines, healthy food options, collaborating in decision making and learning food production skills to enable their own wellbeing. Students explore food-related issues through a range of practical experiences, allowing them to make informed, appropriate choices with regard to food.
Year 9 & 10 students can elect to take this subject and have a much greater opportunity to drive their own learning. The subject encompasses an inquiry-based approach to learning to investigate issues and design challenges that are related to wellbeing. These skills and knowledge are reinforced through practical tasks where students can demonstrate their reasoning skills through thinking critically and creatively by analysing, synthesising, justifying and evaluating a specific issues or design challenge. The topics are usually over-arched by a learning focus such as Special Dietary Needs, Food Equity, Local and Organic, Indigenous Foods, Famous Chefs or Sustainability to name a few. Cooking focus is on collaboration and student organisation. Students critically evaluate their own work and their peers. Individual design projects provide students with opportunities to develop their project management skills.
During final years, students will begin the Australian Curriculum subject of Food & Nutrition. The subject delves deeply into the function and principles of nutrition, analysis of current global food problems and provides opportunity for student generated solutions. The topics focused on consider the overarching concepts of waste management, sustainability and food protection.
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Sciences
Science
Science
Science at our school is designed to spark curiosity, encourage inquiry, and develop a deep understanding of the world around us. From Prep to Year 10, students follow the Australian Curriculum, exploring key scientific strands including Biological, Chemical, Earth and Space, and Physical Sciences. Through hands-on investigations, students develop essential skills in observation, experimentation, and critical thinking.
In the senior years (Years 11 and 12), students have the opportunity to specialise in a range of Science subjects tailored to their interests and future pathways. These include Biology, Psychology, Aquatic Practices, and Marine Science. Each course offers in-depth, practical learning experiences that build scientific literacy and support aspirations in health, environmental, and STEM-related fields.
PREP – YEAR 9
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
From Prep to Year 9, students engage in Japanese language learning through a dynamic and immersive program aligned with the Australian Curriculum. The focus is on developing communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, while building cultural awareness and understanding. In the early years, students are introduced to basic vocabulary and phrases through songs, stories, and games. As they progress, they begin to read and write using Hiragana and explore more complex language structures. The program fosters curiosity, intercultural understanding, and a global mindset in a supportive and engaging environment.
We have regular visits from our sister school in Japan, Josei Gakuen High School.
Our Vision
Our vision is to educate the individual for life-long success. As a team, our aim is to provide all students at Peregian Beach College with the best possible care in a socially and academically supportive environment that optimises student learning outcomes.