The Alpha Program
Berkeley Vale Campus the Alpha program consists of:
· A targeted Humanities curriculum with a focus on Future Learning - Project Based Learning in Year 7 and Year 8.
· Collegiate planning and differentiation of the English, History and Geography Curriculum.
A selection process for placement into the ALPHA Humanities class is designed to identify students for whom this type of learning is appropriate. Year 6 students nominate for their selection into the ALPHA class and complete a selective Humanities Test and collaborative Escape Room. The selection process includes information provided by primary school teachers and student academic results from Stage 3.
The selection process is thorough and students in ALPHA are reviewed half-yearly and annually according to academic performance, collaborative engagement and teacher concerns based upon commitment to learning, motivation as an independent learner and school reporting procedures.
Other enrichment opportunities are offered in ALPHA. These include inter-school debating, performing arts camps, talent quests, dance troupes and ensembles, excursions and competitions such as STEM and ICAS.