Learning is a life-long undertaking which allows children and adults to
make positive contributions to society. As an inclusive learning community, Lawnton
State School offers an educational program founded on the belief that all
children have the ability to learn. Our learning community engages all
stakeholders working together in the best interest of each student. High
expectations, complemented by a deep knowledge of each student, inform
teachers’ capacity to meet personalised learning needs for all of our children.
We provide differentiated learning opportunities and experiences catering for
the diverse range of learners within our school community.
As an inclusive school
we:
- Support all students to engage with and contribute to our school’s
cultures, curriculum and communities
- Recognise the diversity of individuals and groups in our school and
community as a strength and context for learning
- Maximise educational and social outcomes of all students through
identification and reduction of barriers to learning, especially for those who
experience disadvantage, are at risk and/or vulnerable to marginalisation
- Promote development of an inclusive curriculum to respond to the needs
of all students
- Aim to equip all students to understand and value equity and diversity
so they have knowledge and skills for positive participation in a just,
equitable and democratic global society.
Students from Prep to Year 6 engage with the Australian Curriculum in
English, mathematics, science, history and geography. In each of these subject
areas students are working towards a National Achievement Standard by the end
of the year as published on the Australian Curriculum website: www.australiancurriculum.edu.au.
The remaining curriculum areas of: The Arts, technology, health and
physical education and languages other than English align with the current
Queensland curriculum. German is the second language studied at Lawnton State
School.
Lawnton State School offers students from years 4-6 the opportunity to
participate in an Instrumental Music Program with the opportunity, as their
skills develop, to participate in the School Band gaining performance
experience. All students participate in weekly physical education lessons with
a qualified P.E. teacher. These lessons are designed to develop skills,
fitness, strength, co-ordination and agility. Swimming lessons for all students
are conducted in Term 4.
At times, children require additional educational and/or social
emotional support. The Student Services Committee meets weekly and includes the
deputy principal, guidance officer, curriculum coordinator, support teachers,
special education teachers, school chaplain and class teachers. This team
reviews the needs of our students in order to maximise engagement in learning
and identify a range of possible support and intervention strategies and
resources.