GRC Peakhurst prides itself on excellence in comprehensive education and offers a broad curriculum that emphasises the development of skills necessary for “Learning for Life and Lifelong Learning”. It has an innovative approach to the middle school curriculum, with a wide range of co-curricular activities and sporting traditions. The school has established a strong reputation for success in the performing arts. Following the Year 10 School Certificate, students have preferential enrolment into the Oatley Senior Campus of Georges River College for Years 11 and 12.
Facilities: Technology areas, interactive classrooms, commercial kitchen, darkroom, CAD room, fitness testing laboratory, library with learning centre, Internet access, multi-purpose hall, basketball courts, extensive playground areas, six computer laboratories, computer facilities in all Key Learning Areas.
Electives Years 7 to 10: History, Geography, Commerce, Japanese, Information Software and Technology, Technics (Wood, Metal), Food Technology, PASS, Sports Science, Textiles and Design, Technical Drawing, Music, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Ceramics, Visual Design, Dance, Drama, Work Education, Photography, Web Design, Fitness, Horticulture, Child Studies.
Sport: A comprehensive program of graded competitions, Year 7 Skill Development Program, knock-out teams and a variety of recreational activities including tennis, indoor cricket, lawn bowls, dance, golf, and yoga.
Extracurricular activities: Debating, dance (RAW Rock Eisteddfod and National School Aerobics Finalists 2007-2010), college stage band, performances, choir, horticulture, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, Streamwatch, public speaking, weight-training club, gifted and talented science and mathematics programs.
Welfare and personal development: Comprehensive welfare program including leadership training, peer support, merit system, firm discipline policy, well-supported uniform policy, special programs to meet special needs of students, extensive work placement program, active SRC.
Special features: Classes are streamed. A selective stream runs in Years 7 and 8 undertaking SMART/SEAL Enrichment Programs. Strong community involvement, special education team, active Parents’ & Citizens’ Association, school council. The school incorporates a support unit catering for the integration of students with physical and intellectual needs.