Primary Curriculum
The Primary School curriculum at Macarthur Adventist College follows the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum, providing students with a broad and balanced education across all key learning areas.
Our learning programs are delivered in accordance with the requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and are designed to provide students with a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Our Primary School curriculum is guided by:
- NSW syllabuses for the Australian Curriculum
- NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Kindergarten to Year 10 curriculum requirements
- The Adventist Encounter Curriculum, which provides a comprehensive and engaging approach to Biblical learning
Our teachers carefully plan, deliver and assess learning programs that meet NESA curriculum outcomes while responding to the individual needs of every student.
Our Pre-Kindergarten program has also been thoughtfully designed to support a smooth transition into Kindergarten. Drawing on key elements of the Early Stage 1 curriculum, the program develops the knowledge, skills and confidence children need to begin school ready to learn and thrive.
Secondary Curriculum
Our Secondary School program is guided by the curriculum requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), providing students with a broad, engaging and academically rigorous learning experience through a wide range of subject choices.
Senior Secondary students also have the opportunity to broaden their learning through TAFE and distance education courses. Beyond the classroom, a wide range of co-curricular activities and service opportunities help students develop leadership, responsibility and teamwork, preparing them for life beyond school.
Students at Macarthur Adventist College are encouraged to explore their interests and strengths through a broad range of curriculum and elective subjects. As students progress through Secondary School, they are offered increasing choice and flexibility to support their future study, career and pathway aspirations.
Our subject offerings are outlined below and are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and opportunities to achieve their personal best.
Year 7 Subjects
- English
- Food & Agriculture
- Geography - Semester 2
- History
- Digital Technologies
- Materials Technologies
- Engineered Systems
- Mathematics
- Music
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
- Bible
- Science
- Language (Hindi)
Year 8 Subjects
- English
- Geography
- History
- Digital Technology
- Timber Technology
- Food Technology
- Agriculture Technology
- Mathematics
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
- Bible
- Science
- Visual Arts
- Language (Hindi)
Year 9 and Year 10 Subjects
The Core subjects for Year 9 and 10 are:
- English
- Geography
- History
- Mathematics Core and Standard
- Mathematics Core and Advanced
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
- Bible
- Science
Students are also able to choose from a range of elective subjects, including:
- Computing Technology
- Food Technology
- Physical Activity and Sports Studies
- Industrial Technology
- Commerce
- Music
- Visual Arts
Year 11 and Year 12 Electives
In Years 11 and 12, students complete courses that contribute towards the Higher School Certificate (HSC). Students intending to pursue university study may choose an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathway by undertaking the required NESA Board Developed Courses, including English and a selection of eligible HSC examination subjects. Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses are also available as part of the ATAR pathway where applicable.
Year 11 Subjects
- Work Studies (1 units) Non ATAR
- SOR 1 (1 units)
- English Advanced (2 units)
- English Standard (2 units)
- English Studies (2 units)
- Mathematics Advanced (2 units)
- Mathematics Standard (2 units)
- Mathematics Ext 1 (1 units)
- Community and Family Studies (2 units)
- Chemistry (2 units)
- Visual Arts (2 units)
- Legal Studies (2 units)
- Industrial Technology (2 units)
- Health and Movement Science (2 units)
- Physics (2 units)
- Music 1 (2 units)
- Photography, Video and Digital Imaging (2 units) Non ATAR
- Biology (2 units)
- Business Studies (2 units)
- Enterprise Computing (2 units)
- Food Technology (2 units)
Year 12 Subjects
- Work Studies (1 units) Non ATAR
- SOR 1 (1 units)
- English Advanced (2 units)
- English Standard (2 units)
- English Studies (2 units)
- Mathematics Advanced (2 units)
- Mathematics Standard 2 (2 units)
- Mathematics Ext 1 (1 units)
- Community and Family Studies (2 units)
- Health and Movement Science (2 units)
- Biology (2 units)
- Business Studies (2 units)
- Enterprise Computing (2 units)
- Industrial Technology (2 units)
- Legal Studies (2 units)
- Physics (2 units)
- Music 1 (2 units)
- Visual Arts (2 units)
- Photography, video and Digital Imaging (2 units) Non ATAR
- Ancient History (2 units)
- Chemistry (2 units)
- Music 2 (2 units)
- Food Technology (2 units)
Senior Secondary students also have the option of studying additional subjects via TAFE and distant education.
Before making your subject selections, we encourage students and families to read the Subject Selection Booklet and watch the introductory video below. Together, these resources provide an overview of the subject selection process for Years 11 and 12.
We've also included a series of individual subject videos to help students explore each course and make informed choices about their senior studies.
