Senior Curriculum
Every Boy. Every Day.
For more than 140 years, CBC has been dedicated to educating boys, providing exceptional learning experiences designed to align with their unique learning styles. Our comprehensive and dynamic curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to engage the diverse interests of our students, equipping each one with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their future pursuits.
The Senior School Curriculum is a vital part of students’ educational journey, preparing them for higher education or the workforce. It builds on foundational knowledge from earlier years while fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and independence through academic, social and personal development.
The curriculum offers a diverse range of subjects aligned with the Australian Curriculum, including core areas like Mathematics, Science, English and social sciences. Elective options such as music, visual arts, languages, design technology, and physical education enable students to explore their interests and develop well-rounded skills. In Years 11 & 12, subjects are tailored to meet SACE Board requirements, allowing students to focus on their strengths and pursue pathways aligned with their passions for successful SACE completion.
Our Senior School Curriculum promotes interdisciplinary learning and real-world applications, encouraging students to connect subjects through project-based learning, research, and practical experiences. This approach promotes critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities, which are essential for success in higher education and future careers.
The objectives of the Senior School curriculum are:
- To develop high standards of literacy, comprehension, and numeracy
- To develop organisational skills
- To develop critical and creative higher-order thinking skills
- To provide opportunities for student-centred and enquiry-orientated learning
- To develop cooperative learning skills
- To incorporate technology into the curriculum as an important learning tool
- To provide for integrated learning across the curriculum
- To meet the specific needs of individual students by providing specific learning programs and catering for student’s different learning styles
- To provide learning experiences across all areas of the curriculum in preparation for the selection of study pathways in the Senior School
A CBC Advantage
As well as the standard Australian Curriculum, the College offers the CBC Advantage VET Pathways program which students can complete with their SACE as a fifth subject. This program offers students the opportunity to select from several options including Certificate III courses that contribute up to 60 Stage 2 SACE credits depending on the course. These options are focussed on providing our students with the knowledge and skills relevant to future employment.
CBC Advantage Options
- High Performance Workplace Practices
- Vocational Education and Training (Cert III in Business or Sport Coaching)
- Community Studies
- A Stage 2 20-credit SACE Subject
For more information, or if you have any questions please contact our Careers Counsellor, Ms Tia Milohis on (08) 8400 4205.
A Holistic Approach
Apart from academic subjects, the Senior School curriculum also incorporates a comprehensive range of co-curricular activities. These include a broad selection of sports, clubs, community service, student leadership programs, and cultural activities. Engaging in co-curricular activities allows students to develop important life skills such as teamwork, communication, time management, and leadership. It also promotes personal growth, self-confidence, and a sense of community.
As part of our holistic approach, we support our students through these important years with career guidance, counselling, learning support programs including free after-school tutoring, and a strong pastoral care focus that teaches our boys to be caring and compassionate members of the community. These initiatives help our boys understand their strengths and interests, and make informed decisions about their future education and career choices.
Years 10-12 Curriculum Guide
To learn more about our Senior School curriculum and explore the subjects offered, we invite you to consult our comprehensive Senior Years Curriculum Guide. It provides detailed information about our CBC Curriculum and offers specific insights into the range of subjects available at this stage of education.
Senior School Curriculum Guide
For information regarding the SACE and SACE subjects for Stage 1 and Stage 2, please visit the SACE website.