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 our school, we identify and nurture student strengths from an early age, providing rich learning experiences that enable advanced learners to grow and thrive. Our school upholds high expectations and a commitment to equity in excellence, ensuring every student has meaningful opportunities to develop their potential across the four domains of creative, intellectual, physical and social-emotional learning. High potential and gifted education is embedded in quality classroom practice, whole-school initiatives and department-wide programs.

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.

In our classroom

Our classroom practices support and extend high potential and gifted students. We identify students' learning needs in the classroom and use evidence-informed teaching practices to challenge and extend students. Our supportive classroom environments promote a sense of belonging and encourage risk-taking, creativity and collaboration.

Across our school

Our school recognises that every student is individual, and we provide flexible and diverse opportunities for students to explore and grow their strengths outside the classroom. All our students, including high potential and gifted students, are encouraged to take on leadership roles through student representative council leadership, our school ambassador program and peer coaching.

Across NSW

The department is committed to ensuring equitable access to high potential and gifted education for all students, regardless of background or location. We provide access to local, state and national competitions and events to help students explore and extend their talents.

2 students sitting at a table with paper and drink bottles in front of them. They are preparing for their debate.

Academic competitions

Warwick Farm Public School provides enriching opportunities for high potential and gifted students through a range of academic competitions. Our students participate in public speaking competitions, the school spelling bee and the Mathscup, enabling them to extend their critical thinking and communication skills. These experiences promote confidence, perseverance and intellectual challenge. Through these platforms, students are encouraged to excel and celebrate their academic strengths.

A group of students in their sports colours running in the school cross country carnival. They are running across the grass near the school fence.

Sporting Opportunities

Warwick Farm Public School offers a diverse range of sporting programs designed to foster teamwork, resilience, and healthy, active lifestyles. Our students proudly represent the school at zone and state athletics and cross-country carnivals, as well as participate in various zone sports teams. We also collaborate with local community organisations, including hosting sessions with the Wanderers clinics, to enhance students’ skills and enthusiasm for sport. Through these opportunities, students are encouraged to participate fully, strive for their personal best, and enjoy the many benefits of an active lifestyle.

4 student in the front and a group behind them performing their group dance. They are in red shirts with blue shorts and suspender belts. They are wearing a red hat.

Creative and Practical Arts

Warwick Farm Public School offers a rich range of Creative and Practical Arts opportunities that nurture and extend high potential and gifted learners. Students shine through LAaFF performances in dance, choir and drumming, while specialist dance instruction is provided through our partnership with Grove Nation. Art competitions and regular chances to showcase student artwork at school open days further celebrate creativity and artistic talent. These experiences support students to develop confidence, skill and a deep appreciation for the arts.

A year 5 student helping at our kindergarten transition. He is helping them with the green kinetic sand as they make houses.

Mentoring and School Leadership

Warwick Farm Public School provides meaningful social and emotional development opportunities that support high potential and gifted students to lead, contribute and thrive. Our peer mentoring initiatives foster connection, empathy and responsible decision-making, while the Student Representative Council offers authentic leadership experiences. Through the SRC, students help shape fundraising priorities and select community organisations to support, including the NSW Children’s Hospital and World Diabetes Day this year. These opportunities build confidence, civic responsibility and a strong sense of belonging.

One of our aboriginal students athe MilPra awards. He is photographed with his mother and sister holding his award. He is standing under yellow, red and black balloons.

HPGE for our Aboriginal Students

We are pleased to announce that Lorenzo has received the 2025 Aboriginal Student Achievement Award for Leadership, Citizenship and Community Service at the MilPra Awards. This recognition reflects his commitment to excellence and meaningful contributions to our school community.

Lorenzo's achievement exemplifies the values we work to develop in all students. His dedication to leadership and service serves as an inspiring example for his peers.

We extend our appreciation to Lorenzo's family and Mrs D'Cruz for their continued support.

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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