OUR CURRICULUM
At Leighland Christian School, we offer a Christ-centred, real-world curriculum that is deeply personalised, academically rigorous, and joyfully engaging. Learning is built around core pedagogical pillars—playful learning, Project-Based Learning (PBL), design thinking, explicit teaching, and transformation by design—with increasing depth and independence across year levels.
Our Pedagogical Pillars (Applies Across All Years)
Regardless of year level, our teaching practices are shaped by:
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Playful Learning – learning that invites joy, curiosity, and intrinsic motivation
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Project-Based Learning – real-world projects that develop deep understanding and transferable skills
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Design Thinking – human-centred problem solving used across the curriculum
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Explicit Teaching – clear, purposeful instruction that builds strong skill foundations
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Transformation by Design – a Christian vision for education that forms students' hearts, minds, and hands in the likeness of Christ
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Playgroup
We have two fantastic 'free play' Playgroups at both our Ulverstone and Burnie campus. Each run throughout each term of the School year. Playgroup provides an important stepping-stone for younger children to begin their educational journey and is a wonderful way for parents to learn more about the School culture.
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Kindergarten
The School offers Kindergarten for three full days each week at Burnie and Ulverstone. Join with other new parents and share the experience and excitement of your child’s first year at school. Our Kinder program embraces the Early Years Learning Framework in a caring Christ centred environment. Kindergarten students are to be four years of age by 1 January.
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Primary School
From Prep to Year 6 students follow the Australian Curriculum where best teaching and learning practices are utilised in the classroom to ensure that our students develop a love of learning. Students can enjoy Kinder - Year 6 Education at both our Burnie and Ulverstone Campus.
Literacy (English) and Numeracy (Mathematics) skills are a primary focus of the Prep to Year 6 program, with Science, Health, Technologies and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) also strongly promoted. Specialist teachers develop students’ skills in Physical Education, Music, the Arts and LOTE. A Christian worldview is developed and creatively integrated throughout each of the subject areas, while Christian Living classes provide a dedicated time for students to reflect on God’s glory and develop their spiritual, emotional and social skills.
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Middle Years - Year 7 and 8: Foundational Exploration
Students in Years 7 and 8 engage in a broad, exploratory curriculum designed to build curiosity, confidence, and community. At this stage, we focus on:
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Playful Learning – igniting joy, creativity, and curiosity in every classroom
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Inquiry and Discovery – learning through questions, hands-on projects, and collaborative tasks
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Skill Foundations – literacy, numeracy, digital skills, and respectful communication
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Personal Growth – forming identity, values, and biblical worldview in community
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Project-Based Learning (PBL) – 1–2 major interdisciplinary projects per year connect learning to real-world contexts
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Design Thinking – used in STEM, Digital Technologies, and Creative Arts to solve meaningful challenges
We believe that Years 7–8 are a time to spark wonder, nurture individual gifts, and build a strong foundation for life and learning.
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High School - Year 9 and 10: Purposeful Deepening
Years 9 and 10 mark a shift toward deepening expertise, increasing student agency, and preparing for future pathways. Our curriculum in this band is marked by:
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Integrated Project-Based Learning across multiple subjects each semester
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Explicit Teaching of complex content and skills in preparation for senior schooling
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Design Thinking & Entrepreneurial Skills in authentic community-connected learning
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Leadership and Service Opportunities embedded in cross-curricular learning
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Biblical Formation – students explore how their learning relates to their identity, faith, and purpose in God’s world
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Student Voice and Choice – learners make meaningful decisions in their projects, presentations, and public products
At this stage, learning becomes more targeted and applied—bridging personal interests, academic growth, and vocational discernment.
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Senior Secondary - Years 11 & 12: TASC & Future Pathways
Senior students at [Insert School Name] follow the Tasmanian Assessment, Standards and Certification (TASC)framework. We support each learner to pursue a pathway of purpose, offering:
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A wide range of TASC-accredited subjects across academic and vocational streams
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Flexible learning pathways, including VET and University Connections
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Supportive mentoring and academic coaching
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Faith-informed career and life planning
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Opportunities for self-directed learning, community partnerships, and internships
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Senior Project or Capstone experiences that demonstrate mastery and Christian formation
We are committed to graduating students who are equipped to serve, lead, and thrive in God’s world.
caring and qualified teachers
Our qualified teaching staff underpin the ethos of our community, providing education and instruction that is relevant and fundamental to students developing their gifts, abilities and life skills.
We are committed to your child’s wellbeing and support their desire to learn.