STEM
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) lessons at our school are designed to inspire creativity and curiosity in students of all ages. From learning about cybersafety and exploring technology like iPads, Chromebooks, laptops, and 3D printers, to working with Beebot interactive robots, our students are introduced to the world of innovation. But STEM isn’t just about using technology—it’s about building and creating! Children will have fun building structures using Lego, Nüdel Kart, and even crafting their own rollercoasters out of paper. STEM lessons provide hands-on, exciting experiences that encourage problem-solving and teamwork, helping students develop skills for the future!
Visual Arts
The Visual Arts program at Oscar Romero nurtures and promotes inventiveness and creativity in a fun and challenging environment. Students are engaged in stimulating activities where they can explore a wide range of media, materials and equipment whilst developing a range of skills, techniques and processes. Our aim is to encourage the growth of creative problem solving, artistic perception and expression, and personal expression.
Health and Physical Education
The Physical Education (PE) program focuses on developing fundamental movement skills, such as running, jumping, throwing, and catching, to build students’ physical literacy and confidence in various activities. The program includes an opportunity to represent the school in athletics, where students learn and practice track and field events, as well as interschool sports, providing opportunities for teamwork, competition, and sportsmanship. Through structured lessons and games, students enhance coordination, agility, and fitness while fostering a lifelong love for physical activity. The program not only promotes health and well-being but also teaches important values such as resilience, cooperation, and fair play.
Performing Arts
The Performing Arts program at Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School is offered to students for 6 months and is a dynamic and engaging experience for students. Children are encouraged to explore dance, drama, and music through hands-on activities, allowing them to create their own pieces and express their unique ideas. Whether through movement, acting, or musical composition, students are given opportunities to develop their creativity and build confidence. In addition, Year 3 and 4 students are introduced to the recorder, enhancing their musical skills and broadening their understanding of different instruments.
Italian Language
CIAO – IMPARIAMO L’ITALIANO!
The LOTE, Italian program at Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School is offered for 6 months of the year to each year level. Our Language Program consists of oral language, singing, speaking, listening to the Italian language, writing and reading. A very explicit detailed program is provided to develop these language skills. The children are introduced to Italian culture, customs, history and geography. Arrivederci.
EXTRA CURRICULAR PROGRAMS
Instrumental Music
Students at Oscar Romero are offered an opportunity to undertake extra-curricular instrumental music lessons. Professional musicians from Experience Music provide individual or small group music tuition in keyboard, guitar and singing. Lessons are thirty minutes in duration and enrolment forms are available from the school’s office. At the end of the school year, an Instrumental Music Concert is performed by students participating in the program to showcase their talents and learning.
School Choir
Students have the opportunity to be part of the school choirs – we have senior and junior choirs. The choir meets weekly usually during one of the breaks and participates in school and community events including the sacramental celebrations.
Sports Activities
From time to time students in Years 3 to Year 6 will have the opportunity to participate in extra sporting activities to increase their fitness or prepare for upcoming special events including Sporting Tournaments, Athletic and Cross Country Carnivals. These sessions will be held during a break or after school.