Curriculum
Years 1-6
curriculum
Heritage College is registered to provide an approved program of education for primary students from Year Prep to Year 6. The College’s academic program is carefully selected and modified so as to remain in harmony with our philosophy.
Understanding our curriculum
The curriculum is based on the Biblical philosophy of educating the whole person. It has been designed to provide a harmonious integration of faith and learning and prepare the student to successfully meet the challenges at this College and in the wider world.
The curriculum is developed in consultation with the Australian Curriculum and the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Primary curriculum Encounter. The curriculum is taught from a Christian perspective by qualified and dedicated Christian teachers and includes all Key Learning Areas presented in the following subject areas:
- Encounter (Biblical Studies – the Encounter Bible curriculum is a wonderful opportunity for students to become closer to God and understand His great love.)
- Mathematics (Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, Statistics and Probability)
- English (Reading and Viewing, Writing, Speaking & Listening)
- Integrated Studies (History, Geography, Science)
- The Arts (Visual and Performing)
- Health and Physical Education
- Technologies
- Languages (Indonesian)
ICT is used throughout the College, with students gaining progressive exposure to various techniques and skills through computers and iPads.
Excursions and camps held throughout the Primary years can be found here.
The College participates in various sports programs with other Adventist primary schools in Victoria, including Cross Country, Soccer, Athletics and Basketball.
