PacV Enrich
If your child excels in certain subjects, we offer programs for gaining higher expertise. For reading and writing enthusiasts, we have the Prime Minister's Spelling Bee, NSW Premier's Reading Challenge, and PVCS Library Reading Challenge. Maths students from Year 3 onwards can compete in Australian Maths Trust, Maths Online, Australian Mathematics Competition, Newcastle Permanent Primary Mathematics Competition, Computational and Algorithmic Thinking, and Kangourou sans Frontières.
Additionally, students participate in globally renowned International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS). These programs start in Year 2, tailored to individual interests and goals. They cover Digital Technologies, English, Mathematics, and Science, involving both individual and group work.
Duke of Edinburgh Award
For self-improvement, your child can join Pacific Valley students in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. This youth development program, established in 1956, enables young people aged 14 and above to explore their potential in physical and intellectual domains. The Duke of Edinburgh offers Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards, recognizing individual progress through goal-setting, persistence, and achievements. Students acquire new skills, overcome challenges, and strive for personal growth. They develop life skills, take responsibility, and engage with the local community. The Award involves learning a skill, community volunteering, team adventures, and improving physical wellbeing.
OneMaker Academy
OneMaker Academy is our centre of excellence for the performing arts. It nurtures creative talent across all grades at Pacific Valley. Music tuition covers various instruments such as Bass Guitar, Clarinet, Flute, Guitar, Harmonica, Musicianship and Theory, Piano, Recorder, Saxophone, Trumpet, and Ukulele. Art classes offer Acrylic Painting, Charcoal Drawing, Cartoon Techniques, Digital Art, Oil Painting, and Realism for individual students and groups in Years 7-12. Dancing enthusiasts aged 9-14 can join our OMA troupes for School and non-School events.
