16 Jun 2025
Our recent Big Picture Information Night for Year 8 and 9 students and their families provided a valuable opportunity for the school community to learn about the Big Picture Learning approach. Big Picture Learning is a personalised learning model that emphasises real-world connections and student-driven inquiry. Rather than following traditional subject-based curricula, students engage in interdisciplinary projects that connect to their interests and career aspirations, fostering critical thinking and practical skills through hands-on experiences. The evening featured presentations from current Big Picture students and parents who shared their experiences with the program. Jaya Pimm (Year 9) and Darcy Stewart (Year 11) spoke about how the approach has allowed them to pursue their interests in depth and develop real-world skills, while parents Elaine Howard and Rachel Martin discussed the positive changes they've observed in their children's engagement and self-direction. Their honest perspectives provided valuable insights into how the program operates in practice.
We thank all the Big Picture students and parents who took the time to present and share their experiences with prospective students and families. We also acknowledge our Big Picture staff - Erica Patton, Ben Barry, Hamish Richardson, Michael Ramsden, and Chris Pearson for their ongoing work in implementing this educational approach and for organising the information evening.