At Tenison Woods Catholic School, we believe every child can succeed — with the right support, effective teaching, and a nurturing environment.
Learning here goes beyond academics; it's about helping every child grow in confidence, capability and character.
A rich, balanced curriculum with creativity, culture and curiosity.
At Tenison Woods Catholic School, our curriculum nurtures every child’s potential — combining academic excellence with creativity, wellbeing and faith.
We follow the Australian Curriculum and the Living Learning Leading Framework, offering a mix of core and specialist subjects to help students thrive across all areas of life.
Our students engage in:
Exploring faith, values and social justice through rich Catholic traditions and meaningful teachings.
Building strong communication and language skills in reading, writing and speaking.
Developing strong confidence and capability in mathematical thinking and problem-solving.
Hands-on learning in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths to inspire creativity and innovation.
Exploring history, geography, civics and cultures to build global understanding and empathy.
Nurturing creativity, imagination and expression through visual arts, dance, drama and music.
Learning a new language while exploring Italian culture, daily life, history and traditions.
Promoting teamwork, fitness, skill-building, physical literacy and a lifelong love of sport and active living.
Specialist subjects include Technologies, Performing Arts, Physical Education and Italian. These programs help students explore their interests, express themselves and grow in confidence — across creative, physical and cultural domains.
Clear, purposeful teaching for every child.
At Tenison Woods, our teaching is guided by structure, clarity and care. We use evidence-based approaches that are inclusive, consistent, and designed to build student confidence — because we believe every child can succeed.
Our teachers use explicit, structured and multisensory strategies to support every learner — including those with diverse needs. Learning is purposeful, inclusive and focused on building strong foundations.
Wellbeing is embedded in everything we do — from the way we teach to the way we build relationships. Programs like Grow Your Mind and The Wellbeing Distillery help students develop resilience, confidence and a strong sense of self.
Faith is at the heart of life at Tenison Woods. Guided by the Crossways Curriculum, students learn about Catholic traditions, reflect on their values, and live out faith through prayer, liturgy and social justice.
Early, targeted interventions that make a difference.
Wellbeing at the Heart
Wellbeing is woven through everything we do. Students are explicitly taught strategies to build resilience, empathy and a growth mindset — all through our Positive Education framework.
Inclusive Practices
Every learner deserves to feel safe, supported and understood. We use early identification and responsive support strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, both socially and academically.
Tailored Support Programs
When students need extra help, we act early. Our targeted programs support learners at different stages and in different ways — from early literacy to English as an additional language, to physical development and beyond.
Early literacy programs that build strong foundations in reading, writing and phonemic awareness — giving young learners the tools to thrive.
Tailored teaching strategies that support each student’s progress in literacy and numeracy — at their own pace, in their own way.
Targeted support for students learning English as an additional language — helping them build confidence, connection and communication skills.
A fun, movement-based program that builds coordination, balance and motor skills — boosting learning through focused, purposeful physical play.
Clear, purposeful teaching for every child.
At Tenison Woods, we use evidence-based strategies that give every learner the best chance to succeed — including those with diverse learning needs.
Open, flexible classrooms that support collaboration, creativity and a range of learning styles.
St Aloysius Church is right next door, giving students the chance to experience prayer, liturgy and reflection as part of everyday school life.
From Reception to Year 2, each student has access to their own school provided iPad. From Year 3 to Year 6, each student has access to their own school provided Apple MacBook to deepen learning and foster digital creativity.
Natural play spaces that invite movement, discovery and a deep connection with the environment.