Opportunity class

Opportunity Class at Wahroonga Public School

At Wahroonga Public School, we are proud to offer an Opportunity Class for Year 5 and Year 6 students, designed specifically for high potential and gifted learners. Our Opportunity Class supports 30 students who thrive in an enriched learning environment where they can be challenged, inspired, and engaged with peers who share similar abilities and interests. Our Opportunity Class offers a dynamic environment where students are encouraged develop creative and critical thinking skills. Within this engaging learning space, students are supported to excel across academic, social, sporting, and artistic pursuits.

What is Selective Education?

Selective education is a pathway offered by the Department of Education to nurture students with high academic potential. It includes both selective high schools and opportunity classes like ours. This approach offers multiple benefits, including:

Learning alongside other high potential and gifted students, fostering strong friendships
Access to specialised teaching methods that allow students to learn faster and in greater depth
Evidence-based benefits both academically and socially from studying with peers who have similar abilities
Opportunity classes are not restricted by geographic zones, so families can apply to schools outside their local area.

What are Opportunity Classes?

Opportunity classes are available for students in Years 5 and 6. Admission to these classes requires an application during Year 4, with families allowed to choose up to two preferred schools.

Our Opportunity Class at Wahroonga Public School provides:

A stimulating and supportive learning environment
Challenging and enriched curriculum that extends beyond grade-level expectations
Opportunities to develop talents at a pace suited to each student’s potential
The chance to build friendships with like-minded, motivated peers

Is Selective Education the Right Fit for Your Child?

High potential and gifted students come from all kinds of backgrounds and can show a range of traits such as:

Enjoying learning and displaying intense curiosity
Having a strong memory and asking complex questions
Thriving on new, complex ideas and skills with fewer repetitions
Displaying creativity and deep focus in their interests

It’s important to note that not all gifted students will show every one of these characteristics, especially if they face disability, disadvantage, or limited opportunities.

High potential students often excel faster and may benefit from enriched or extended learning experiences. Gifted and highly gifted students typically develop mastery much earlier and may need specially tailored curriculum adjustments to support both their learning and wellbeing.

Learn more

If you believe your child may benefit from an opportunity class, we encourage you to explore the Department of Education’s High Potential and Gifted Education Policy. More information about applying, nearby opportunity classes, and selective high schools can be found through the department’s resources.

At Wahroonga Public School, our Opportunity Class aims to challenge and inspire students, helping them reach their full potential in a vibrant and nurturing environment.