High potential and gifted education
At Grahamstown Public School we are committed to supporting every student achieve their educational potential by providing opportunities and learning experiences that are aimed at raising expectations and building student capabilities. Our High Potential and Gifted Education programs have been developed to promote engagement and challenge for every student. We believe high potential students should have access to quality learning opportunities that meet their needs and aspirations and we use evidence based talent development to optimise growth and achievement across all domains.
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 students has different abilities. Teachers respond to each student's ability by providing extra challenges and extension activities to keep learning exciting and engaging.
Rich opportunities and activities
Students can take part in opportunities to develop their talent in the arts, sport, leadership and more.
Opening doors to wider experiences
Our students can participate in a wide range of state-wide opportunities that aim to extend and enrich student potential.
What is high potential and gifted education?
High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) is how our school supports students with advanced learning needs.
We do this through:
- effective teaching strategies like enrichment, extension and acceleration
- tailored support during lessons that stretch, challenge and inspire
- access to a wide range of opportunities both within and beyond our school.
Help for your high potential child?
If your child shows sign of high potential contact us. We can share how our HPGE support can guide their learning journey.
Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.
Our principal and staff
Get to know our principal and staff, who work together to create a positive school culture.