High potential and gifted education
Some students learn faster and more easily than others. These students may shine in creativity, thinking, leadership or sport.
At Cowra Public School, we recognise and nurture these strengths early. We support advanced learners with lessons and activities to help them grow and thrive.
We are committed to developing high potential across 4 domains: creative, intellectual, physical and social-emotional. We foster a culture of high expectations and excellence, ensuring every student has the opportunity to develop and realise their potential.
Why choose us for your high potential or gifted child?
Recognising potential and developing talent
Our teachers find potential and nurture our students to be the best they can be.
Tailored lessons
Each student has different abilities. Teachers respond to each student’s ability by providing extra challenges and extension activities to keep learning exciting and engaging.
Rich opportunities and activities
Students can take part in opportunities to develop their talent in the arts, sport, leadership and more.
Opening doors to wider experiences
Our students can participate in a wide range of state-wide opportunities that aim to extend and enrich student potential.
What is high potential and gifted education?
High potential and gifted education (HPGE) is how our school supports students with advanced learning needs.
We do this through:
- effective teaching strategies like enrichment, extension and acceleration
- tailored support during lessons that stretch, challenge and inspire
- access to a wide range of opportunities both within and beyond our school.
Our high potential and gifted education opportunities
Our students engage with HPGE education in the classroom, in our school, and across NSW.
Our school offers a comprehensive classroom-level High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) program designed to challenge and inspire students.
Through differentiated learning experiences, we provide opportunities for advanced thinking, creativity, and problem-solving across all key learning areas.
Our teachers tailor lessons to extend students’ strengths and interests, fostering a supportive environment where gifted learners can thrive academically and personally.
This approach ensures that every student is engaged, motivated, and encouraged to reach their full potential
Across our school, we are committed to supporting High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) through a whole-school approach.
Students are carefully identified using a range of assessment tools and teacher observations to ensure their unique learning needs are recognised.
Our teachers work collaboratively to provide tailored learning opportunities that challenge and extend students’ abilities across all key learning areas.
By fostering creativity, critical thinking, and independent learning, we aim to inspire and support gifted learners to achieve their highest potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Across NSW schools, the Department of Education’s High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) program provides a structured and comprehensive approach to identifying and supporting gifted and high potential students.
Using the NSW DoE HPGE Toolkit, schools employ a variety of identification methods, including assessments, teacher referrals, and student evidence, to recognise diverse talents and learning needs.
Academic Opportunities
Our school proudly participates in a variety of academic competitions including ICAS assessments, CWA Public Speaking Competition and the Premier's Spelling Bee. We also actively take part in the Cowra Eisteddfod and Schools' Spectacular where students showcase their talents in choir, band and dance. These opportunities help our students develop confidence communication skills and a passion for the arts and public speaking.
Sporting Opportunities
Our school is actively involved PSSA Knockout Tournaments and Sporting Schools. Students receive expert coaching and develop their skills across a range of sports including cricket, soccer, AFL, rugby league, netball, rugby union and basketball. These programs promote fitness, teamwork and a lifelong love of sport, helping our students build confidence and achieve their personal best.
Music Opportunities
Our school is proud to have an expert music teacher who works with students learning a variety of instruments including clarinet, saxophone, flute, trombone, drums and percussion, and trumpet. Our talented choir and band regularly perform at local events sharing their passion and skill with the community. They thoroughly enjoy participating in the NSW Schools Spectacular, Cowra Eisteddfod and school assemblies where they have the opportunity to collaborate, learn, and celebrate music with other schools.
Help for your high potential child
If your child shows signs of high potential, contact us. We can share how our HPGE support can guide their learning journey.
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