High potential and gifted education

Some students learn faster and more easily than others. These students may shine in creativity, thinking, leadership or sport.

At our school, we recognise and nurture these strengths early. We support advanced learners with great lessons and activities to help them grow and thrive.

Why choose us for your high potential or gifted child?

Recognising potential and developing talent

Our teachers find potential and nurture our students to be the best they can be.

Tailored lessons

Each student has different abilities. Teachers respond to each student’s ability by providing extra challenges and extension activities to keep learning exciting and engaging.

Rich opportunities and activities

Students can take part in opportunities to develop their talent in the arts, sport, leadership and more.

Opening doors to wider experiences

Our students can participate in a wide range of state-wide opportunities that aim to extend and enrich student potential.

What is high potential and gifted education?

High potential and gifted education (HPGE) is how our school supports students with advanced learning needs.

We do this through:

effective teaching strategies like enrichment, extension and acceleration

tailored support during lessons that stretch, challenge and inspire

access to a wide range of opportunities both within and beyond our school.

Our high potential and gifted education opportunities

At BGS, our staff have embraced HPGE through a shared lens for recognising and nurturing potential in students with complex needs. We provide tailored opportunities for every student to develop their talents, both within and beyond the classroom.

In our classroom

Differentiated tasks that adjust pace, complexity and higher-order thinking.
Teachers recognise and support potential in all learners through individualised learning approaches.
Technology is used to provide different ways of learning that help students develop their talents and meet their overall learning needs.
Students are connected with positive role models and mentors in their areas of interest.
Teachers engage in ongoing professional learning to strengthen their ability to identify and nurture high potential in students.

Across our school

Partnerships with other SSPs allow us to share expertise and classroom resources for the benefit of all students.
Music ensembles and visual arts showcases, such as Operation Art, celebrate creativity and expression.
Wellbeing and inclusion programs support student growth and confidence.
Opportunities for student voice and advocacy empower learners to take an active role in their education.
Parents, carers and community members are included as valued partners, contributing their expertise and perspectives.

Across NSW

Participation in the Schools Spectacular, showcasing the talents and diversity of NSW public school students.
Engagement in the Premier’s Reading Challenge, fostering a love of literature and lifelong learning.
Involvement in the Premier’s Sporting Challenge, promoting physical activity, teamwork, and leadership pathways.