Gleeson College Curriculum Guide 2026 - Middle Years | 5 Learning at Gleeson College Our Curriculum Student learning is structured according to the Australian Curriculum (version 9.0). This curriculum requires students to study a broad range of subjects across all the major disciplines, and consists of three dimensions: learning areas, capabilities, and cross-curricular priorities. The Crossways Curriculum is incorporated into Faith and Living classes, and the Keeping Safe: Child Protection Curriculum is delivered within multiple subject areas. Faith and Living Faith and Living is a subject unique to Gleeson College that combines Religious Education, Community Connection, Personal Development, and Wellbeing. Students holistically develop their skills and dispositions across a range of pastoral care and personal development topics, including the Resilience Project and the mandatory Keeping Safe: Child Protection Curriculum. They explore future career pathways and reflect on their development of the Key Capabilities as part of the ‘SPARC’ program. By intentionally connecting these interrelated programs, we are able to deliver a flexible and student-centred learning experience that supports every student to thrive. Co-Curricular Learning In addition to academic studies, students at Gleeson College participate in a range of co-curricular activities, including Reflection Days, liturgical celebrations, assemblies, Athletics Carnival, and others. Attendance at these activities is compulsory. We encourage students to participate in sporting teams, music ensembles, and other special interest clubs. These groups give students opportunities to develop new skills, build resilience, and meet other like-minded students. Inclusive Education Our Inclusive Education team supports students with additional learning needs so that all students can achieve educational success. We develop personalised plans for learning (PPLs) for students identified as having additional learning needs in consultation with the student, staff, families, and external providers. These plans outline the specific needs of the learner and appropriate adjustments to support their success. Students can receive assistance with their learning with in-class support and in the Thomas Learning Centre (TLC). This support helps students to understand the curriculum, to develop their capacity to express their abilities and knowledge, and to implement strategies that support student independence, such as organisational and time management skills. The TLC runs several evidence-based intervention programs in literacy and numeracy to ensure that all students have the foundational skills in these areas to be successful in secondary schooling. Student Laptops Students are required to bring a laptop device to school in all year levels. It is important for this device to satisfy the minimum requirements outlined on the College website BYOD page. Note that students require a higher-specification device for Year 9 Digital Design. Gleeson College supports students to use either Windows or Apple laptops, and does not support or recommend Chromebooks, Android tablets, or Apple iPads. Offering Places in Classes Every endeavour is made to ensure that the information in this Curriculum Guide is an accurate representation of the subjects offered in 2026. The decision as to whether classes will run depends on a sufficient number of students selecting to study a subject, and the availability of staff and resources.