Special Programs
To achieve our vision of preparing students for a less predictable future, with capabilities for adaptability, problem solving, creativity, enterprise and collaboration so they may develop the ability to thrive, ‘Thrivability’ in an unknown world,” we need to be able to find the ‘key’ that will enthuse every student so they are better engaged in their own learning and development. To do this, we at Beaumaris recognise the need to provide extensive opportunities and experiences where students can fine their strengths and interests. If a student connects with their interest, so too do they connect more with their learning.
The size of the school enables a diversity of experiences that smaller primary schools would find difficult to offer. Parents and students alike find this attractive. Our quality Specialist Teachers run highly successful programs in:
- Arts – highly acknowledged by the education community, public displays and competitions
- Music – instrumental studies; choral performances; and bands with performances at assemblies, competition performances and special events
- LOTE – long term French program that includes competitions and celebrations
- Physical Education and Sport – extensive development program and opportunities in a range of sports and competitions, as well as a very active school faction competition
- IT – expanding program developing whole school skills and integrating IT into learning pathways for teachers and students.
In addition, staff volunteer time beyond their normal duties to provide a wealth of other connected learning experiences:
- camps, programs and excursions - for classes, special achievers, leadership, graduation and interstate tours
- competitions – OZ Spell; Westpac Maths; Joondalup Festival
- choir – four choirs in the school that perform publicly and enter competitions
- integrated learning – from K to 7, linking learning with the outside world, across all Learning Areas
- clubs – Chess Competition; Recycling Club
- assemblies – class performances
- School Spirit – sub school activities promoting togetherness
- student Leadership – Student Councillors, Faction Captains, School Ambassadors, running assemblies, Environment Leaders
All activities are visible and held in high regard by parents and the community. They give the school a reputation for being active and interested in developing the student as a whole. At Beaumaris we strongly believe that creativity is the mortar that connects us all through our ‘School Spirit’ program. It not only provides broader experiences, but sets the tone and caring culture which makes Beaumaris a special place.