Student opportunities and activities

At Bathurst West Public School, we offer a variety of programs in the classroom and across the school to help students build new skills, make friends and explore new interests.

Our programs include:

• School sporting teams - including Basketball, Touch Football, Netball, Rugby League, Cricket, Soccer, AFL and more
• Athletics and inter-school competitions including opportunities to trial for representative teams in a range of sports
• Creative and Performing arts groups and showcases including Dance groups, Circus, Acrobatics, Band, Choir, Eisteddfod performance opportunities, Showcasing artistic talents at the Royal Bathurst Show, Schools Spectacular, Pulse Alive, Festival of choral music, Western dance festival
• Cultural and language activities - Harmony day, NAIDOC celebrations, Reconciliation week, Wiradyuri language program, Dirraybang footprint
• Excursions and incursions - Participating in both day and overnight excursions can significantly enhance students' learning experiences by connecting classroom content with real-world contexts. These activities support the curriculum by providing hands-on opportunities, encourage social development, and help build students' confidence through new challenges and environments.
• Public Speaking and Debating - Camplin Cup, Multicultural Perspectives Public Speaking Competition, Debating teams and the opportunity to trial for regional teams
• Interest-based clubs including Chess club, Gardening club, Poetry workshops, Craft Interest group, Wiradyuri Craft group
• Student Leadership Opportunities ie: Active Student Representative Council, Young AECG representatives, Grit Leadership Conference for School Leaders
• Activities that support High Potential and Gifted Learners.

Contact us to learn more about what’s available and how your child can get involved.

Our extra-curricular highlights

Debating and public speaking

Students can develop their thinking, communication and teamwork skills through debating and public speaking. They also have the chance to compete in local and state events.

Creative and performing arts

Our drama, music and art programs help students be creative and express themselves. They can join in concerts, art shows and drama activities.

Trips and excursions

Our students enjoy getting out of the classroom to explore, learn and try new things. These experiences help them grow, build confidence and see how their learning connects to the world.

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