CEDoW Primary Curriculum Reform News

Planning and Preparing for the Implementation of the K-6 Creative Arts, HISE, PDHPE, Science and Technology (CHPS)

We are well underway in planning and preparing to support schools and teachers with the implementation of the reformed PDHPE and Science and Technology syllabuses from 2026.

The working parties have been busily refining scope and sequences and developing units of work, including resources, scheduled for release in Term 4, 2025.

Watch the video below to learn more.

As this work progresses, we continue to embed connections with English and Mathematics to ensure an authentic, interrelated approach to teaching and learning.

School instructional leaders and teachers will have the opportunity to engage in professional learning: Introduction to the syllabus and support material (via face-to-face or Zoom), which will provide an introduction to the syllabus and CEDoW support materials.

Please complete this form to register your interest in the PDHPE and Science and Technology introductory sessions by 27 August 2025 (Week 6, Term 3).

Schools can also request in situ support in collaboration with the CEDoW Learning K-12 team to prepare for the implementation of Personal Development, Health and Physical Education and Science and Technology in 2025 and 2026.

To register your interest, please complete this form by 11 August 2025 (Week 4, Term 3). Alternatively, please contact Trish Foster at fosterp02@dow.catholic.edu.au or Peta Idstein at wanstallp01@dow.catholic.edu.au for further details.

NESA has released online professional learning courses to support teachers and school leaders in familiarising themselves with the new CHPS syllabuses, for their implementation from 2026 and 2027.

The five learning courses include:

• Primary Curriculum Overview (1 hour) – Must be completed to unlock the four CHPS modules
• Creative Arts K-6 (1 hour)
• HSIE K-6 (1 hour)
• PDHPE K-6 (1 hour)
• Science and Technology K-6 (1 hour)

Each course contributes 1 hour of professional development. These professional learning courses are available now via the NESA learning catalogue and then accessed in NESA Learning.

Looking ahead, the next phase of our implementation plan will focus on preparing for the reformed Creative Arts and HSIE syllabuses, which will be implemented in schools from 2027.

Expression of Interest: 2026 K–6 Creative Arts and HSIE Working Parties

The ILW Learning K-12 team is seeking passionate and experienced leaders/teachers to contribute their knowledge and expertise toward supporting the implementation of the new NSW K-6 Creative Arts and HSIE syllabuses.

In 2026, dedicated working parties will be established for each learning area. These working parties will play a key role in developing curriculum support materials to assist all primary schools across the Wollongong Diocese in implementing the new NSW CHPS syllabuses.

Key details:

• Each working party will meet two - three times per term throughout 2026
• Release funding will be provided to enable participation during school hours
• An ongoing commitment is required for the full 2026 school year.

Participation in each working party provides the opportunity to:

• Engage in professional learning on the reformed K-6 CHPS syllabuses, including exploring interconnections between KLAs and applying the backward design model for planning and programming
• Collaboratively develop support materials to benefit leaders and teachers across our system of schools
• Work alongside knowledgeable others and build professional networks with colleagues from across the Diocese

If you are interested in joining this initiative, please register your interest by completing this form by 20 October 2025. Nominees must speak with their principal before registering their interest. For more information, contact Trish Foster and Peta Idstein.

Connect and Collaborate: Primary Programming Workshops for Teachers

Are you a primary teacher looking for an excellent opportunity to network and collaborate with colleagues from other CEDoW schools? The Learning K-12 team is excited to offer a series of voluntary programming workshops designed specifically for you.

Imagine working alongside fellow educators to plan and refine your English and Mathematics units, share your best ideas, practices, pedagogy, and quality resources from across the Wollongong Diocese.

Workshop Options

We've designed flexible scheduling to suit your availability, with workshops held across various dates and venues during the second half of Term 3 and throughout the September pupil vacation period.

You can choose to attend any number of sessions, including:

• Afternoon Workshops: Four one-off sessions (1.5 hours each) are available in the Macarthur, Southern Highlands, Wollongong, and the far South Coast
• Full-Day Workshop Session: Two sessions, delivered over two separate weeks (one day per week) during the September pupil vacation period

Don't miss this chance to connect, create, and experience the power of shared expertise. Complete the Google Form to register your interest now.