Learning in Senior
Equipping minds, shaping hearts.
Christian Teachers & Curriculum
Our Christian teachers deliver a rigorous and purposeful curriculum through a Christ-centred lens, supporting students to grow in knowledge, character, and faith.
- Academic excellence with personalised support
- Clear pathways for university, work, and beyond
- Strong results and confident graduates.
Through evidence-based teaching and our CLEAR values framework we support students to engage deeply in their learning, reflect on their progress, and develop into the people God has created them to be.
A Supported Journey
Navigating the path from school into the future can feel like a lot and that's exactly why our dedicated team walks closely alongside every student to provide expert guidance through pathway exploration, study skills development, work experience, university application support, industry connections, and Vocational opportunities.
Three Pathways. One Purpose.
Preparing Students for Life as they grow in confidence, capability and character.
Senior School at Parklands is not one-size-fits-all. Our three pathways ensure every student is equipped for their next step - whether that's university, further training, or the workforce.
Strong Results, Bright Futures
Celebrating our graduates is one of our greatest joys. The vast majority of our students successfully achieve their QCE or QCIA, moving confidently into further study, employment, and beyond. Guided by faith and the values nurtured at Parklands, our graduates carry more than results, they carry character and foundations for life. Our goal is simple: that every student leaves prepared, supported, and ready to thrive in all that God has created them to be.
Structure for Year 10
Students in Year 10 study 7 curriculum subjects. The following subjects are compulsory:
| English | Mathematics | Mathematics Advanced |
| Cert II Active Volunteering (2 Lessons) |
Chapel (1 Lesson) | Christian Life Skills (1 Lesson) |
| Home Class (daily) | (Core) Science (3 Lessons) | Sport (2 Lessons) |
The following elective subjects are available. Students select 4 of these subjects:
| Advanced Science - Biology | Advanced Science – Chemistry | Advanced Science – Physics | Advanced Science – Psychology |
| Design | Digital Technologies | Drama | Economics |
| Engineering | Food & Nutrition | Introduction to Hospitality | Legal Studies |
| Physical Education | Sport & Recreation | Trade Taster | Visual Art |
| Certificate II Hospitality | Certificate II Workplace Skills |
Structure for Year 11 & 12
Students in Year 11&12 study either 5 or 6 curriculum subjects. The following subjects are compulsory:
| English | Literature | Essential English |
| General Mathematics | Mathematical Methods | Essential Mathematics |
| Home Class (daily) | Chapel (1 Lesson) | Christian Life Skills (1 Lesson) |
| Sport (2 Lessons) | Study Skills (1 Lesson) |
The following elective subjects are available. Students select either 4 or 5 of these subjects:
| Biology | Chemistry* | Design | Drama |
| Economics | Engineering | Food & Nutrition | Industrial Technology Skills |
| Info & Comm Technologies | Legal Studies | Modern History | Music |
| Physical Education | Physics* | Psychology | Specialist Mathematics** |
| Sport & Recreation | Visual Art | Visual Arts in Practice | Certificate III Business |
| Certificate II Engineering Pathways | Certificate III Fitness | Certificate II/III Hospitality | Certificate II Workplace Skills |
* Mathematical Methods is recommended
** Must also study Mathematical Methods