Middle School Learning


Information for Years 7 - 9

Each learning cycle is two weeks in length, 40 sessions per cycle. Each session is 72 minutes in length and there are four sessions each day.

 

Year 7 and 8 have a core study program which includes Extension and Enrichment in English and Mathematics.

 

Elective choices begin at Year 9.  

 

Positive Education initiatives are also a feature of the Middle School.

 

Year 7

Year 8

Year 9

English
Maths
Science

Humanities 
Health & Physical Education
Languages (French & Mandarin)

Visual Arts  
Performing Arts 

English
Maths
Science

Humanities 

Langugages (French & Mandarin) 
Health & Physical Education

Performing Arts 

English
Maths
Science
Humanities
Physical Education

Health Education 

Elective (3 per semester) 

Semester Units per fortnight 

 

 

Digital Technology 

STEM 

Digital Technology 

Food Technoloogy 

STEM 

Visual Arts 

 


In addition to core subjects, WHSC offers the following semester length elective units:

 

Art Electives

Languages

Technology

Other Electives 

Ceramics 

Community Art 

Dance 

Drama

Media Studies 

Music Performance 

Legends of Rock 

Visual Arts 

Visual Communications 

*Two units MUST be chosen.

French
Mandarin

*Year-long study.

Digital Technology 

Food: Cafe Culture 

Food for Sport 

Food Studies 

Interior Design 

Material Studies 

Robotics and Coding: Mission to Mars 

Robotics and Coding: RoboCup

Textiles 

Toys in the Community 

Woodwork  

*Two units MUST be chosen.

Algebra 101

Astronomy & Earth Science 

Disasters and Dastardly Deeds

Forensic Science 

Recreational Sport 

Sport Coaching 

STEM in Sport 

Writers Workshop 

*One unit each semester.


 

LANGUAGES: CHINESE (MANDARIN) AND FRENCH

Studying a second language has a number of benefits, exposing students to new cultures and customs as well as improving student writing and grammar in both their first language and chosen language of study.

The study of a second language is compulsory at Wheelers Hill Secondary College in both Years 7 and 8. Students may choose either Chinese (Mandarin), introduced in 2020, or French - two of the most commonly-spoken languages in the world. Throughout their study, students will learn enough language for them to hold a simple conversation and will develop the foundations for literacy in their selected language. They will also learn about the cultures of countries where their language is spoken.

In Year 9 and 10 the study of language is optional, however we strongly encourage students to continue their study as research demonstrates literacy in another language will enhance literacy in their own language. The study of a second language also opens up a wealth of opportunities for future study and employment.



To view the current Middle School Subject Handbook, please click here.

 


 

Sustainable School Shop

The College is conscious of the need to provide an efficient process for families to be able to buy and sell their second-hand textbooks, uniforms and other student resources. The Sustainable School Shop provides parents with the ability to trade these second-hand items via their website.

 

Access to second-hand textbooks, uniforms, calculators, stationery, and musical equipment is available all year round.

 

Our Principal, Aaron Smith, introduces the Sustainable School Shop here. You can find tips for the best use of the Sustainable School Shop here.

 

Visit the Sustainable School Shop by clicking below:

 

 

For second-hand books, please click here.

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