Our course structure at Sacred Heart is designed to emphasise the basics of education as well as to give students opportunities to explore and develop their individual interests and talents.

CURRICULUM

It is a balanced programme concentrating more on core subjects in Year 9 and 10 and opening up the range of options as the students progress through the school. We are confident that after five years our students leave well equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities of tertiary education.

We are fortunate to have well qualified and experienced teachers in every curriculum area complimented by modern, well-equipped facilities. Our concentration on literacy and numeracy in the junior school is supported by specialist help for those with learning difficulties and a programme of extension for students where appropriate. Wide reading is encouraged and the Marian Library has an excellent collection of books for research and recreation.

Confidence in speaking has been fostered through our Oral Communication programme, speech competitions and the students’ involvement in the presentation of prayers and liturgies. Involvement in English, Maths and Science competitions both national and international help to improve the standards in those areas of the curriculum.

In the senior school we are well positioned for our students to take advantage of national qualifications. Our students have every opportunity to compile a record of achievement that equips them for tertiary education or the workforce.