Student opportunities and activities
At Carramar 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 may include:
- School sport and inter-school competitions (PSSA)
- Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country Carnivals
- Breakfast Club
- Junior and Senior Dance Group and Choir
- Cultural and language activities
- Excursions and incursions
- Public speaking and debating
- Lunchtime interest-based activities - Gardening Club
- SRC and Student leadership opportunities
- 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
Breakfast Club
The aim of the Carramar PS Breakfast Club is to provide a happy, welcoming place at the start of the school day where all students are valued. Breakfast Club provides students who regularly miss breakfast with a healthy and nutritious start to the day. Students are offered a healthy breakfast of cereal, toast, fruit and milk. Breakfast Club operates every day from 8:15 – 8:55am.
Bike Riding
During a selected term on a designated day, students have an opportunity to learn to ride a bike at school. This is an engaging and fun program run in partnership with South Western Sydney Cycling.
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.
Junior/Senior Dance
The Junior and Senior Dance programs help students explore movement and rhythm while developing dance skills. Through creative routines and group performances, students enhance their coordination, confidence, and teamwork.
Junior/Senior Choir
The Junior and Senior Choir programs provide students with the opportunity to develop their singing skills and perform together in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants build confidence, teamwork, and a love for music through rehearsals and performances.
Drumming
The Stage 3 Drumming Program uses interactive drumming to build resilience, boost confidence, and support positive peer relationships. It encourages teamwork and open discussions about managing peer pressure and maintaining healthy relationships, helping students develop important social and emotional skills.
Soccer Buddies
Soccer Buddies is a Stage 3 program that focuses on developing both soccer skills and important personal skills like teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship. Through fun and supportive sessions, students build confidence on and off the field.
PSSA
The local PSSA (Primary Schools Sports Association) provides students with opportunities to participate in a variety of team sports and competitions. It promotes physical fitness, sportsmanship, and teamwork while allowing students to develop their skills and enjoy friendly, competitive play within the school community.
Gardening Club
The Gardening Club is open to all students and runs during break times. It offers a relaxed, hands-on opportunity to learn about plants and caring for the environment while enjoying time outdoors and working together.
Art Therapy
The Stage 3 Art Therapy program offers students a safe and supportive space to express their emotions and explore their creativity through art. It helps build self-awareness, stress relief, and emotional wellbeing while encouraging personal growth and resilience.
Facilities and resources
Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.
Events
Find out about school events, celebrations and what’s coming up.