Primary
Primary at Faith Christian School is for students in Prep to Year 6. Our Unit Workbooks are created fully in-house by an experienced team of curriculum writers, who are also qualified and experienced teachers.
Prep to Year 6 Subjects
Faith follows the curriculum guidelines set out by ACARA and the Queensland Department of Education in the following Key Learning Areas:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Humanities & Social Studies
- The Arts
- Technologies
- Health & Physical Education
- Languages Years 3-6
Our Christian Values
While we adhere to the compulsory government guidelines in the Australian curriculum, our unit workbooks are unique in that they are presented through a Christian Worldview.
Lesson Delivery
For primary students, learning is primarily paper-based. Unit workbooks are distributed to families at the beginning of each Term, with the expectation that a parent or guardian will be present to facilitate their students’ learning and upload completed work for teacher assessment. Online lessons and tutorials are available to support learning each week.
Prep
In the initial stages of formal learning, students are still learning about the world around them and how they fit into it. Their fascination with discovery makes this an ideal time to engage them through exploring, investigating and learning how things work together to create meaning.
Years 1-2
During these early years, students are beginning to learn more about themselves as learners. The focus is on providing opportunities to explore their world through the use of hands-on activities, allowing them to use their senses and guiding students through their learning development.
Years 3-4
Engagement with the world which was created for our students to live in is encouraged with an increasing level of divergent thinking as they investigate possibilities whilst still operating within the security of the guidance provided. Social interaction is beginning to be of greater focus and is recognised in the learning models presented.
Year 5-6
A higher level of autonomy is encouraged as we move into the upper primary years. The aim is to develop creative, and reflective thinkers who are able to participate collaboratively and consultatively with others. The ability to function within a community and to navigate the relationships is an important aspect of learning at this level.
-
Secondary
Faith’s Secondary curriculum covers Years 7 to 9 and involves a hybrid of paper-based and digital-based learning through a Christian Worldview.
-
Senior Secondary
Whether students want to choose an ATAR pathway or gain a QCE, Faith offers multiple accredited courses for Years 10-12 that are taught through a Christian Worldview.
-
Learning Enrichment
Students with specific learning needs and/or disability, along with their parents, are supported through high levels of consultation and collaboration and individualized learning opportunities.
FAQs
What other equipment do I need?
Check the requirements page for a list of current essential requirements and recommended items for learning at Faith.
What is the difference between formative and summative assessments?
Summative assessments feed into the students’ grades, whereas formative assessments do not. It is important for your child to complete the formative assessment when it is due to allow time for your teacher to best support student progress before the summative assessment. Formative assessments allow teachers to ascertain how well students have grasped the knowledge and skills that are needed in order to successfully complete their summative assessments.
What will my child’s report show at the end of each semester?
We will report on each of the eight KLAs (Key Learning Areas) that we have produced workbooks and assessments for, of which your child has completed. This includes adjusted content and assessments. Faith can only report on curriculum content that the school has implemented, monitored and assessed students on.
KLAs include:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Humanities & Social Studies
- The Arts
- Technologies
- Health & Physical Education
- Languages
For each of the KLAs, we will report on what your child has done well in during the semester, what their learning goals will be moving forward, and an overall personalised comment from their teacher. We will also indicate on the report which co-curriculum activities your child engaged in during the semester.
Where and how do we return Faith Resources?
P-6 Unit Workbooks that are distributed each term are intended to be written in and are for one-time use. These do not need to be returned.
All other Faith Resources (novels, science kits, musical instruments, math counters, textbooks, etc.) are borrowed items and must be returned at the end of the term, semester or school year. You can return resources in the following ways:
- Post resources to Faith’s PO Box: PO Box 105, Kingston, QLD 4114
- Give resources to Faith staff at a Regional Workshop or Event
- Hand resources to your teacher at your next home visit
- Email/chat with your teacher to make arrangements that suit your family
Questions about returning Resources? Contact our team at resources@faith.qld.edu.au
How is learning structured?
Students are provided with Workbooks for each subject at the start of the term. The home educator supervises their child’s learning and ensures they are staying up to date with their lessons and understanding the material. Home educators can contact their teacher if they require support. Students in Year 7 – 12 also have the opportunity to attend weekly online classes for each of their subjects.