Teaching and Learning
At Lindfield Learning Village we are developing the next generation of learners through effective teaching strategies that cater to how students learn best. We utilise the Department of Education's Explicit Teaching model to develop independent learners who are equipped to thrive in their community. We aim to prepare them for all aspects of their life, understanding how to be both self-sufficient and collaborative members of the community.
Our learning approach
Through a structured program of gradual release of task responsibility, students are guided through traditional content and taught the skills needed to understand, consolidate and apply new knowledge to their own independent or collaborative learning. We are among many other NSW Public Schools who have adopted this learning model where we want to equip each child with the skills needed to be self-sufficient.
Our approach includes:
- real-world learning through hands-on activities, group work and exploring ideas
- using technology to support learning, personalise lessons and build digital skills
- giving students the right support with flexible teaching and a focus on wellbeing
- connecting with the community through excursions and local programs.
What students learn
Students learn a wide range of subjects in the NSW curriculum . They build skills, think creatively and prepare for life beyond school.
Beyond - Practical learning elective
Beyond is a program run for students in Year 6 to Year 10. Each student can select a practical elective to be done once a week throughout the semester that encourages them to learn new skills and deepen their knowledge beyond the curriculum. Each semester we offer a new selection for students to choose from.
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Digital Workshop: for tech-savvy students who want to design innovative educational technologies, lead digital change in our school, and build powerful skills for a future in the IT world.
Podcast: A hands-on course where students build the student-run LLV Podcast by conducting interviews, developing confident speaking and critical questioning skills, and sharing engaging, curious, and creative stories with the wider community.
Story Seekers: An immersive course exploring the power of empathy and storytelling across words, images, social media, and art-making, helping students connect with others, spark insight, and better understand themselves and the world around them.
Big History: An interdisciplinary course that explores Big History by connecting science, history, and culture to understand the story of the universe, humanity, and our place in the world.
Culture: A thought-provoking course where students explore culture, identity, and global perspectives to develop cultural understanding, empathy, and awareness of our diverse world.
Makers and Shakers: explore community, change, and social justice. Participants develop leadership by investigating issues that matter to them and their community, learning from initiatives and trailblazers and creating resources, events and opportunities for others.
Film Studies: A semester-long exploration of critically acclaimed films by visionary directors, focusing on distinctive visual styles and character-driven narratives to build students’ cinematic language, analytical skills, and appreciation of film as an art form.
Busking: A practical, performance-based course where students explore the art of busking by developing live performance skills, stage presence, and audience engagement while understanding the cultural and creative impact of street performance.
Dance: This course places a great focus on physical movement, helping students develop strength, coordination, and body awareness through dynamic and expressive techniques. By engaging in hands-on practice and performance, students build fitness and discipline while expressing their individuality through movement.
Sports Academy: nurtures elite athletes by developing advanced sporting skills, health, fitness, and leadership through specialised training and nutritional advice, balanced academic and training schedules, qualification pathways, and exposure to sport science.
Football Sports Academy: footballers who want to play for the school in knockout teams.
Stage Crew (Yrs 8-10): Sound Desk, Lighting Design, Vision Display, Stage Management, Prop Building, Marketing, Events Planning and more. All of the elements of running LLV Events, inside the Theatres and around the school for our curated events!
Pop Up Restaurant (Yrs 8-10): A practical, hands-on course where students plan, prepare, and run the LLV Pop-Up Restaurant, making creative decisions about food, service, and atmosphere to deliver a complete dining experience for real customers.
World of Café (Yrs 8-10): A hands-on hospitality course where students deliver professional service in the Roasted simulated café, complete an external barista course, gain real catering experience, and build skills and pathways toward part-time employment in the hospitality industry.
Primary (Kindergarten - Year 6)
During their primary school years, students will develop strong literacy and numeracy skills. They will explore new ideas including the use of information and communication technologies (ICT). Lessons are designed to respond to the needs, learning styles and rates of progress of individual students.
Students learn a wide range of subjects in the NSW curriculum . They build skills, think creatively and prepare for life beyond school.
Secondary (Year 7 - Year 12)
Our learning areas
We offer a range of elective subjects to our secondary students, in accordance with the NSW curriculum. Find out more about the electives we run by viewing the subjects below. Electives are available in Stage 5 & 6.
Stage 4 Learning (Year 7 - Year 8)
Students in Stage 4 (Years 7- Year 8) engage with the NSW curriculum, which encompasses core subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and History. In addition, they explore Creative Arts, Technological and Applied Studies, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), and Languages. Students are expected to broaden their learning to encompass all subject areas outlined in the NSW Curriculum.
Stage 5 (Year 9 - Year 10)
In NSW, Stage 5 (Years 9-10) students have the opportunity to select elective subjects in addition to the mandatory core subjects.
Stage 6 Electives (Year 11 - Year 12)
In NSW, Stage 6 (Years 11-12) students choose electives to complement their compulsory English course, creating a personalized program.
From personalised support to co-curricular opportunities - find out how we support learning both in and outside the classroom.