Specialist Program
At Coburg North Primary School we value our Specialist program which aims for every child to have the opportunity to explore and create in a variety of ways. Every student has a 50 minute session each week for Physical Education, Music, Art, STEAM and Italian.
Music and Performing ArtsAt Coburg North Primary School we value the performing arts and make sure that every child has the opportunity to explore and create in a variety of ways. Each class has 50 minutes a week for music and all students participate in a comprehensive sequential singing and instrumental program which aims to build a firm foundation for music making. Part songs and rounds are utilised to develop solid vocal skills. Students also use a wide range of instruments including keyboards, guitars, drums, ukuleles and percussion as well as digital recording technologies. Students in Grades 1 to 3 can join the Junior Choir and those in grades 4 to 6 can join the Performance Choir. Both choirs perform regularly at assemblies, lunchtime concerts and in the local community. Children in the upper grades can join the 3/4 School Rock Band or the 5/6 School Rock Band. Choirs and Bands are unauditioned, however regular attendance is a prerequisite for taking part in performances. A major school concert is held every year alternating between upper and lower schools. It gives all students the opportunity to perform and incorporates dance and drama. A smaller Christmas Concert is also held each December. |
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Visual ArtsThe Visual Arts program at Coburg North Primary School strives to develop and build the students’ ability to communicate themselves visually. Students are provided with a comprehensive Visual Arts program that exposes them to a range of mediums. They have the opportunity to participate in units of work based on drawing, collage & mixed media, painting, printing, threads & textiles, printmaking, construction and modelling. In the early years of schooling the focus is on the art making process, students learn how ideas and thoughts can be magically transformed into pieces of art. Whilst learning how to use a range of materials and tools. Students are encouraged to explore and manipulate these materials to express themselves. They also learn to become viewers of art by responding to the artwork of their peers and other artists. Sharetime enables students to have rich opportunities to reflect and respond to artwork. In the later years of their schooling, students are exposed to more complex techniques, which build upon their previous skills. They are exposed to digital art, by examining the work of contemporary artists, and inspired to create their own pieces, using iPads and various visual art apps. Students also learn about why art is made and how a variety of factors can influence the artwork that an artist creates. They are encouraged to go deeper and have critical discussions based on the artwork of artists, their peers and themselves. Consideration is made on how artwork will be celebrated and displayed within the school. We also run a small exhibition entitled the ‘Young Archies’, which showcases the Foundation students artistic skills. Biannually we run the Coburg North Primary whole-school Art Show, exhibiting the learning that all students have participated in. |
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Physical Education
Health and Physical Education (HPE) is an important part of learning at CNPS. We create many opportunities for students to participate in a range of games and activities that develop their emotional, mental, physical and social well-being. There is a high focus on students developing their fundamental motor skills and translating them into individual and group game based play. HPE allows students to develop their problem solving and communication skills, whilst becoming responsible members of society.
Students are also provided the opportunity to participate in a range of fun activities and carnivals throughout the year. These include a Swimming and Water Safety Program, an Athletics Carnival, a Cross Country, Ride2School Day, National Health and Physical Education Day, Footy Colours Day and Walk to School Month in October. These are wonderful opportunities for students to work as part of a team, support one another and show their house spirit.
CNPS is a part of the SSV Coburg District, where students in Grade 5 and 6 participate in friendly inter-school sport competitions. Students are offered a variety of sports to choose from including Basketball, Softball, Bat Tennis, AFL, Soccer, Netball and Cricket. This is a fantastic opportunity for the students to be a part of a team and build positive relationships with other students in the community.
Students are also provided the opportunity to participate in a range of fun activities and carnivals throughout the year. These include a Swimming and Water Safety Program, an Athletics Carnival, a Cross Country, Ride2School Day, National Health and Physical Education Day, Footy Colours Day and Walk to School Month in October. These are wonderful opportunities for students to work as part of a team, support one another and show their house spirit.
CNPS is a part of the SSV Coburg District, where students in Grade 5 and 6 participate in friendly inter-school sport competitions. Students are offered a variety of sports to choose from including Basketball, Softball, Bat Tennis, AFL, Soccer, Netball and Cricket. This is a fantastic opportunity for the students to be a part of a team and build positive relationships with other students in the community.
Italian Language and CultureThe Italian language program focuses on building students’ confidence and ability to use Italian to communicate. In the earlier years, the emphasis is on listening and speaking, progressing to reading and writing in later years. Students gain an understanding of how languages ‘work’. They reflect on their own culture and language, make connections and compare and contrast their life with life in Italy. Students practise their Italian with activities like singing, games and role plays. They work on projects to apply their learning and use their Italian language in creative and meaningful tasks, such as cooking and gardening. Each year the school community celebrates ‘Carnevale’ a colourful celebration of Italian culture with parades, displays, music, performances, sporting activities (bocce) and a staff spaghetti eating competition. |
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STEAMAt Coburg North Primary School we are excited to offer a specialised STEAM (Science, Technologies, Engineering, Arts, and Maths) program across the school. Students visit the STEAM room once a week for a specialist lesson. STEAM concepts and ideas are also taught in classrooms as well through inquiry. Within STEAM lessons, students participate in designing and carrying out experiments to test scientific ideas, build and design, and use technology is a variety of ways. Students who participate in STEAM learning have the opportunity to, 1. think outside the box 2. feel safe to express innovative and creative ideas 3. feel comfortable doing hands-on learning 4. take ownership over their learning 5. work collaboratively with others 6. understand the ways that science, maths, the arts, and technology work together 7. become increasingly curious about the world around them and feel empowered to change it for the better. |
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