In line with the New South Wales Department of School Education policies and guidelines, each child at Jerilderie Public School is viewed and treated as an individual with individual talents.

Subjects that are covered are:

(i)    Sound foundations in the key learning areas.  These six broad areas are:
        a. English - Reading, Writing, Talking and Listening.
        b. Mathematics.
        c. Science and Technology.
        d. Human Society and its Environment.
        e. Creative and Practical Arts.
        f.  Health, Physical Education and Personal Development.

(ii)   An understanding and acceptance of cultural diversity and equity.  Such support documents and curricula include:
        a. Multicultural Education Policy.
        b. Aboriginal Education Policy.
        c. Gender Equity Education Policy.

(iii)  The development of critical awareness in regard to the impact of Technology on Society.  This direction incorporates:
        a. Mass Media Education.
        b. Computer Education.

(iv)  A basic awareness of acceptable standards of behaviour including the need to be part of a society which has specific moral codes applicable to all members of that society. Departmental policies in this area include:
        a. Student Welfare; Development of school policies and programmes.
        b. Student Welfare; Development and maintaining effective discipline.
        c. Personal Development Policy.

(v)    Attention given to specific needs groups within the community e.g.  the talented child, or those with learning difficulties.

SCHOOL PLANS AND AIMS

The school plans covers 5 broad management areas which are listed below.  Those areas, and the matching long term goals are the basis of our 5 year “Strategic Plan”  .  It is drawn up in line with Departmental Priorities but includes local issues through consultation with parent bodies, staff and children.

MANAGEMENT AREA LONG TERM GOALS

1. Student Welfare 

• To provide for the safety and well being of the students.
• To develop pride in self, school and community.

2. Curriculum  

• To familiarise staff with 6 Key Learning Areas (KLA’s)  and implement throughout the school.

3. Community Involvement

• To educate and encourage the community to become  involved in their school, its organisation and administration.

4. Organisation and  Administration  

•  To develop and implement a streamlined and  efficient administrative  organisation.

5 Training and Development

• To ensure staff and community are aware of current  trends and developments in education and are supported in developing and continuing career  options.