Gifted & Talented Program
At Kingswood College, we utilise a Gifted and Talented framework to create extension opportunities tailored to each student's strengths and interests. Our commitment to crafting individualised journey plans for our Gifted and Talented students reflects our dedication to educational best practices and continuous improvement.
Extension & Enrichment
At all levels, wherever appropriate, students are offered a quality differentiated curriculum, which aims to cater for a range of learning styles and educational needs by allowing for content compaction and acceleration where appropriate. A concerted effort has been made to ensure that extension for highly able students is built into the regular curriculum, in terms of differentiated content, process and product.
In addition to classroom-based differentiation and extension, highly able students are given the opportunity to participate in a variety of extension programs. Regardless of the content covered in these programs, students with similar abilities meet together to ensure an opportunity for interaction and growth.
They are encouraged to think critically; to consider complex problems using the higher thought processes of analysis, synthesis and evaluation; to create new and original ideas; to produce divergent responses; and to develop the confidence necessary for risk-taking. The development of independent learning, organisational and communication skills is also an important aspect of the withdrawal extension programs.
A range of academic competitions in all Knowledge Learning Areas are offered, along with the opportunity to join clubs and special interest groups, which allow for lateral extension in areas directly or indirectly associated with the curriculum.
Program Types
- Short Programs: Run over 4–12 periods across 6–10 weeks (invitation-only).
- Year-Long Programs: Include subjects like Visual Art, Digital Technologies, Languages, running on a regular schedule.
- Competitions: Local, national, or international events (voluntary participation).
- Excursions & Incursions: Enhancements to SEEK or part of wider gifted education networks.
Opportunities for Acceleration
Opportunities for acceleration are available for students who meet the academic requirements through thorough testing and discussions with all parties involved, including staff, students and parents.
- Partial Acceleration
- Full Acceleration
- Twice-Exceptional Students
Research consistently highlights the importance of addressing the diverse needs of students across the learning spectrum. Recognising individual differences ensures that every child receives the tailored support required to thrive academically and socially. Our commitment to inclusivity goes beyond mere rhetoric; it's about embracing the unique strengths and challenges that each student brings to the classroom.
Chrissy Gamble
Principal
At Kingswood College we proudly work to fulfil our vision to embolden hearts and inspire minds in a nurturing environment, on land that holds deep cultural significance to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We acknowledge and honour their Elders, past and present, and extend our respect to all First Nations people. Whenever we gather, and wherever we gather, we extend respect and dignity to the first inhabitants of our country and acknowledge the truth about the country on which our school has stood and now stands.
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