Learning
At our school, we teach the NSW curriculum and offer many different subjects to support each student’s learning. We know that development of skills in literacy and numeracy are the building blocks for learning and for everyday life. Our teachers use effective teaching strategies to help students achieve their goals.
Why choose us for your child’s learning?
Strong foundations
We focus on the skills your child needs to succeed in school and beyond. This helps them feel confident and prepared for the future.
High-quality education
We offer a range of subjects to match what students enjoy and want to learn about. Our skilled teachers support every student to find what they love, do their best and succeed.
Inclusive and personalised learning
Our teachers adjust how they teach to suit your child’s needs, interests and learning pace. We make sure every student feels confident and supported.
Extension opportunities
Some students are ready for more challenges. We offer open-ended tasks, enrichment programs and support. We help all students to reach their full potential.
What students learn
Students learn a wide range of subjects in the NSW curriculum. They build skills, think creatively and prepare for life beyond school.
At Sydney Tech we off a range of subjects for our student to engage in including:
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English
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Mathematics
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Science
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History
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Languages
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Social Science
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Technology
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Creative arts
Explore how we teach the NSW curriculum through key learning areas.
At our school, we give the right support to help advanced or talented learners grow and do their best.
We notice these students early. They may learn quickly or show strong skills in creativity, leadership, problem solving or sport. We help them stay challenged with lessons and activities that match their strengths.
Contact us to learn more about how we support high potential and gifted learners.
A feature of the public education system in NSW is the opportunity to provide time in class for education in ethics, faith and morality from a religious or non-religious perspective at the choice of parents.
SRE and SEE programs are available at STHS and is run by authorised volunteers of approved religious persuasions. This takes place in one period on a Tuesday in either Week 7 or 8 each term at the school.
Special religious education (SRE) is education in the beliefs and practices of an approved religious persuasion. Under the Education Act 1990, section 32External link, government schools allow time for special religious education. It is delivered by authorised representatives of approved religious groups to students who have nominated that religion.
Special education in ethics (SEE) is a program in ethical decision making, action and reflection within a secular framework. Under the Education Act 1990, s. 33AExternal link government schools provide an option of SEE to students who are not attending SRE.
Term 3
Tuesday 2 September 2025
Year 8 - 8:55am – 10:10am
Year 9 - 10:15am – 11:30am
Tuesday 9 September 2025
Year 7 - 8:55am – 10:10am
Year 10 - 10:15am – 11:30am
Term 4
Tuesday 25 November 2025
Year 7 - 8:55am – 10:10am
Year 8 - Unavailable
Tuesday 2 December 2025
Year 10 - 8:55am – 10:10am
Year 9 - 10:15am – 11:30am
Below is the list of approved SRE and SEE programs provided at the school:
- Christian Studies - provided by Churches of Christ in NSW (Fresh Hope), following the Think Faith curriculum
- Catholic Scripture - provided by the Catholic Diocese of Sydney, following the Christ Our Light and Life curriculum
- Islamic Studies - provided by Australian Islamic Education Services (AIES), the curriculum can be viewed here
- Ethics - Provided by Primary Ethics can be viewed here
On enrolment at STHS, the Year 7 parent/carer will be given the SRE/SEE participation letter to complete and return to the school.
If any parent/carer would like to change the attendance/non attendance of their son in SRE, please provide a written note to Mr Grinham.
Parent/carers may at any time notify the school in writing that they wish to change their decision. Students will continue the same arrangement as the previous year, unless a parent/carer has requested a change in writing.
Students not attending SRE/SEE, will be supervised by STHS teachers in non-scripture groups where quiet individual activities occur.
For more information about Special Religious Education (SRE) including the list of approved providers, please visit: https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/learning-across-the-curriculum/religion-and-ethics
If your preferred SRE option is not available please contact the approved provider.
You’re welcome to change your choice at any time. Just let us know in writing via email.
For more information, visit the department’s website or contact us.
Our learning approach
Our school uses explicit teaching. This means we clearly tell students what they are learning, why it is important and how to do it step by step. Explicit teaching helps students understand new ideas by breaking them into smaller parts.
Learning at our school is student-centred, inclusive and practical. We are committed to equity and access. We support all learning styles and needs. Our teachers use proven teaching strategies. They take part in ongoing professional development to stay up to date with best teaching practice.
Our learning approach includes:
- real-world learning: hands-on tasks, group work and exploring new ideas
- technology: to help students learn and build digital skills
- flexible teaching: the right support for each student, with a focus on wellbeing
- community connections: through excursions and local programs.
Helping students progress
We support every student’s academic progress by:
- checking their progress and giving clear and timely feedback
- setting learning goals with each student
- giving extra help with personalised plans and support from specialist staff
- reporting on each student’s learning progress so parents and carers know how their child is doing
- providing targeted literacy and numeracy support in small groups
- making wellbeing part of everyday learning
- working with families to support learning at home and school
- helping students through transitions, like starting school or moving to a new stage of learning.
Learn more about additional learning support at our school.
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