Middle Phase
Mt Maria College’s vision for the curriculum is to be one that responds to student needs, societal and education demands as well as the distinctive mission and Marist ethos of this College.
Subjects are divided into Key Learning Areas (KLAs). In Year 8 students will study all subjects across the KLAs. In Year 9 students will study core subjects and will then choose elective subjects from across the KLAs. There is the expectation that students will fulfil the minimum requirements in each area.
The College offers Enrichment Studies for students. Students may be extended or accelerated in areas of strength. The College is committed to promoting Enrichment Studies for gifted and talented students. This may take the form of specialised classes or acceleration in a particular subject.
Students with special needs or those who experience significant difficulty with components of the curriculum, may access alternative subjects. These subjects are offered on an ‘as needs’ basis and a student’s enrolment in these units can only take place after consultation with the Learning Support Coordinator.
Subjects are organised into Key Learning Areas (KLAs). These KLAs are a way of grouping subjects that have compatible or similar learning outcomes despite differences in content. This reflects an educational focus on processes and skills and not just on content.