High potential and gifted education

High Potential and Gifted Education at Greenwell Point Public School

Our approach to High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) aligns with the NSW Department of Education HPGE Policy and emphasises identifying and supporting students from all backgrounds. We aim to ensure all students are appropriately challenged, extended, and supported to reach their potential.

In our classrooms, teachers use evidence-informed practices to differentiate learning and provide enrichment, extension, and, where appropriate, acceleration. Students are challenged through enriched learning experiences in literacy and numeracy and supported through goal-setting, collaboration, and high expectations for learning and growth.

Across our school, we recognise that every student is unique and provide flexible and diverse opportunities that extend learning beyond core lessons. These include STEM activities, 3D printing, Lego Club and Chess Club, and performing arts experiences such as dance and drama. Students are also encouraged to develop leadership through participation in the Student Representative Council (SRC) and are offered opportunities to engage in sporting challenges through the smalls school network and other interschool sporting activities.

State Opportunities
Students at Greenwell Point also have the chance to participate in broader state-wide programs and events, including the Choral Music Festival, PSSA State Knockouts, and the NSW HOME Art Program. These opportunities allow students to extend their learning, showcase their talents, and engage with peers across NSW.

At Greenwell Point Public School, HPGE is embedded in everyday practice — in our classrooms and across the school — supporting students to build confidence, creativity, leadership, and a strong sense of achievement.

Why choose us for your high potential or gifted child?

Recognising potential and developing talent

Our teachers find potential and nurture our students to be the best they can be.

Tailored lessons

Each student has different abilities. Teachers respond to each student’s ability by providing extra challenges and extension activities to keep learning exciting and engaging.