In our classroom

Enrichment classes: Enrichment classes run across years 3 to 6. These provide opportunities for students to engage in complex tasks which go beyond the standard grade curriculum. Activities might include advanced problem solving, critical thinking exercises, and creative projects. Explicit teaching remains at the core of these classes, with teachers focused on identifying gaps in student learning by making their instructional strategies clear, direct, and transparent.

Across our school

Competitions and Challenges: Students have the opportunity to participate in numerous competitions throughout the year. From grade 2, students may participate in ICAS tests. All students may elect to take part, regardless of whether they have been identified as HPGE. Students within the enrichment classes are provided with the opportunity to participated in APSMO’s Mathematics Olympiad, and the Australian Mathematics Trust’s Australian Mathematics Competition, BEBRAS challenge, and Computational and Algorithmic Thinking tests.

Leadership Development Program: Opportunities for students to take on leadership roles within the school or community, developing skills in collaboration, decision-making, and ethical reasoning.

At MFPS students are provided with numerous opportunities to become involved as leaders within the school setting, including student representation (i.e school captain, SRC member), school representation (i.e. school ambassador), sport and house leadership and peer support. Children in Stage 3 self-nominate to complete our Leadership program, led by our dedicated Leadership Committee. The program focuses on the skills and responsibilities of being a student leader. At the successful completion of the Leadership Development Program students may choose to run for school leadership positions.

The school also set up a Junior AECG in 2024 in consultation with AECG, to ensure equal representation of student voice across our school. These children also complete the Leadership Development Program and have a valuable role in representing Aboriginal students and community perspectives. Our MFPS Junior AECG is now linking up with the Community of Schools Junior AECG.

The Leadership Development Program was introduced many years ago at MFPS and has been continually fine-tuned to ensure it continues to meet the needs of the student cohort.

Macquarie Fields Got Talent (K-6): “Macquarie Fields Got Talent” provides a platform for students to showcase and celebrate their unique gifts, nurturing those who demonstrate exceptional creativity, originality, and innovative thinking. By encouraging students to design and present performances in areas such as music, dance, drama, and comedy, the talent quest fosters creative expression and imagination. It also promotes problem-solving, as students plan, rehearse, and refine their acts, often finding inventive ways to overcome challenges. Most importantly, these opportunities allow students to generate and share original ideas across a variety of disciplines, building confidence and inspiring others within the school community.

Gala Days: Gala Days provide a valuable opportunity for students to showcase their talents and skills in a variety of sports, in a supportive environment. These events enable teachers to identify students’ strengths and areas of potential, allowing them to tailor learning experiences that hone and extend each student’s abilities. Through Gala Days, we celebrate achievement and encourage ongoing growth and development for every learner.

Specialist Programs: Programs such as AFL and Soccer, delivered by qualified external coaches, create further opportunities for students to be extended. These coaches can identify students who demonstrate outstanding potential and provide them with guidance and encouragement to continue developing their skills through formal sporting pathways.

Across NSW

The Boys Vocal Workshop: The Boys Vocal Workshop encourages boys to explore their singing voices in a supportive and inspiring environment. By focusing on performance skills, vocal development, and teamwork, this workshop helps break down stereotypes, empowers boys to participate fully in the arts, and nurtures a positive attitude towards music.

Schools Spectacular: Participation in the Schools Spectacular provides students with an authentic, large-scale performance experience that extends their skills beyond the school setting. It allows them to work with professional artists and peers from across the state, showcasing their talents on a grand stage and fostering pride, resilience, and artistic excellence.

PSSA Sporting Pathways: Watch the videos below to see how the PSSA Pathways move through school, to zone and further.

Premier's Sporting Challenge: A multi-faceted program including the 10 week Challenge, Race around Australia, sport leadership programs, ambassador program, teaching resources, professional learning and access to funding grants. Over 444,000 students from 1,550 schools participate annually in the Challenge, as well as over 15,000 staff from schools and corporate offices.