Learning Journey
Our Image of the Child
At St John Bosco we:
- foster each child’s individual strengths, abilities and interests
- acknowledge children as citizens of the world with rights and responsibilities
- share in the responsibility with families to support and achieve the best possible learning outcomes
- learn in ‘togetherness’ with the children, exploring their prior knowledge and using their ideas to inform curriculum decisions
- honour student agency by providing children with ample opportunities to actively engage in the processes of learning, rather than focusing solely on end products
The Curriculum
The Australian Curriculum (ACARA) guides our daily work and is a flexible document designed to develop:
- successful learners
- confident and creative individuals
- active and informed young people who contribute to society
Specialist lessons:
- Japanese: Exploring Japanese language and culture
- Physical Education: Explore a variety of sports, developing skills and knowledge
- STEM: Science, Technologies, Engineering & Mathematics
- Performing Arts: Music, dance and drama

Children's University
St John Bosco School, in partnership with the University of Adelaide, offers students the opportunity to be part of the Children’s University program. The program is voluntary and aims to reward students for making positive self-directed choices in their learning journey, outside of the classroom. Children's University fosters wellbeing by promoting 'free range learning', encouraging children to try out new activities, discover new passions, visit new places and above all, have fun!
We offer this program to children to help them develop a love of learning and open their eyes to the endless possibilities that await them in their future. Children's University also provides parents with an important opportunity to be involved in their child’s learning and to enjoy celebrating their achievements at annual formal graduation ceremonies.
Nurturing successful, independent learners lies at the heart of Children's University. Follow the link to learn more or speak to our Children’s University Coordinator.