About:
The District OC has been operating at CVPS since 1994, with a special program designed to cater for the educational needs of the academically gifted and talented students in the Mudgee district. It is a full time class, operating for a group of around 30 students drawn from town and district schools. Students enter the class in Year 5 and remain in the class until the end of Year 6.
During this time students participate in activities covering the syllabus outcomes set by the NSW Department of Education and Training. They also experience extension and enrichment of core content, with work covering outcomes from both Stages 3 and 4 when appropriate
Visit the Department of Education website for more information about Opportunity Classes in NSW public schools.
What is an Academically Gifted Student?
An academically gifted student has the potential to perform at a level well above their chronological age. They find it easy to learn new content and to connect knowledge and ideas. Often they think in abstract ways and show creativity in their thoughts and ideas.
They may not always show this potential across all of the Key Learning Areas in school. For example, some may perform very well in Mathematics but not to the same high level in English.
Gifted students do not always perform at their level of ability in a mainstream classroom. They may find the work easy, and not challenge themselves to do more. Sometimes gifted students find other activities to keep them busy in the classroom. They may finish work quickly, or not begin work until late and they may be bored with the classroom activities. Gifted students may not demonstrate their actual ability, which they may show at home through their interests, their reading and their discussions with parents.
The OC Placement Test endeavours to identify students who can perform well academically but also show ability in problem solving and be creative.
How to Apply for Placement in the Class:
If you would like your child to be considered for participation in the Opportunity Class you will need to submit an application. The student will then need to sit the Opportinity Class Placement Test (Refer to the information booklet below or the DoE website above for more details and dates).
The application process is completed online. Use the button below to go to the online application portal.
Note: When completing the application you must not use the child’s email address.
For more detailed information about the application process and what an opportunity class is. View the current information booklet.
