Learning
Empowering Every Student to Achieve and Grow
At Parramatta West Public School, our teaching and learning programs are designed to create innovative, connected, and collaborative lifelong learners. We are committed to providing high-quality education that meets the needs of every student in our diverse and multicultural community.
We proudly deliver the NSW curriculum offering a wide range of subjects to support and engage every learner. We recognise that strong foundations in literacy and numeracy are essential for lifelong learning and success in everyday life. Our dedicated teachers use evidence based, high impact teaching strategies to ensure all students are supported to reach their full potential and achieve their learning goals.
Why choose us for your child’s learning?
Strong foundations
Our core values are central to everything we do. They guide how we learn and interact, helping to create a positive school environment where every student can grow and succeed.
High impact classrooms
Our classrooms are inclusive and focused on helping every student grow. Teachers use feedback and data to create safe, supportive spaces where students can do their best.
Inclusive and personalised learning
We make sure every child feels supported and valued. We work closely with families to give each student the help they need, when they need it.
Extension opportunities
For students who need more challenge, we offer programs that build thinking, creativity, and independent learning.
What students learn
We follow the NSW curriculum offering a broad range of subjects that support students academically, socially, and emotionally. Our programs are inclusive, challenging, and engaging, ensuring that each student has the opportunity to thrive.
We understand that literacy and numeracy are the building blocks of learning and are essential for success both at school and in everyday life. Our teachers use evidence-based, high-impact teaching strategies to build strong foundational skills, tailored to the needs of every learner.
Our classrooms are collaborative, inclusive, and focused on growth. Teachers personalise learning using data and student feedback, fostering environments where students feel safe, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
At our school, students can take part in special religious education (SRE) or special education in ethics (SEE) classes. These classes are delivered by approved providers.
During enrolment, you can choose a special religious education option for your child from the school’s available approved providers. You can withdraw your child from special religious education by selecting alternative meaningful activities, or special education in ethics if it’s available for your child's grade.
You’re welcome to change your choice at any time. Just let us know in writing.
The following SRE classes are offered at Parramatta West Public School:
- Anglican SRE is provided by Anglican Diocese of Sydney. More information about Anglican SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit Anglican Diocese of Sydney.
- Catholic SRE is provided by Catholic Diocese of Parramatta. More information about Catholic SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit Catholic Diocese of Parramatta.
- Hindi SRE is provided by The Saiva Manram. More information about Hindi SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit Sydney Murugan.
- Islamic SRE is provided by Islamic Council of NSW. More information about Islamic SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit Islamic Council of NSW
- Ethics SEE is provided by Primary Ethics. More information aboutPrimary Ethics, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit Primary Ethics
For more information, visit the department’s website or contact us.
Our Learning Approach
Our school believes every child deserves to feel confident and supported in their learning. That’s why we use explicit teaching, a clear and structured approach where students are guided step by step through what they are learning, why it’s important, and how to succeed. This helps students build strong understanding and confidence in new concepts.
Our classrooms are inclusive, practical, and student-centred. We recognise that every child learns differently, and we’re committed to providing the right support for each student. Our teachers use proven strategies and are continually developing their skills through professional learning.
We support your child’s learning through:
- Real-world learning: Hands-on activities, group work, and opportunities to explore ideas in meaningful ways.
- Technology in the classroom: Tools and platforms that support learning and help students build important digital skills.
- Flexible teaching and wellbeing: Tailored support for different learning styles and needs, with a strong focus on student wellbeing.
- Community connections: Learning experiences beyond the classroom through excursions and local programs.
We’re proud to provide a learning environment where every child feels included, supported, and inspired to reach their potential.
Helping students progress
At our school, every student’s growth matters. We take a personalised approach to learning, making sure each child is supported to achieve their best academically, socially, and emotionally.
We help students progress by:
- Monitoring learning closely: Regularly checking student progress and providing clear, timely feedback to guide improvement.
- Setting meaningful goals: Working with each student to set individual learning goals that build motivation and focus.
- Providing personalised support: Offering tailored learning plans and access to specialist staff for students who need extra help.
- Keeping families informed: Sharing regular updates and reports so parents and carers stay involved in their child’s learning journey.
- Offering targeted support: Running small group programs in literacy and numeracy to strengthen core skills.
- Embedding wellbeing in learning: Making student wellbeing a daily focus, so children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
- Partnering with families: Collaborating with parents to support learning both at home and at school.
- Supporting key transitions: Helping students navigate important milestones, such as starting school or moving into a new year level.
We are committed to ensuring every student receives the right support, at the right time.
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High potential and gifted education
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Our principal and staff
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