Middle School (Years 6 - 9)

Middle School years are a time of rapid development, as students gain independence and start to understand themselves in relation to the world. Our Middle School programs emphasise collaboration, creativity and critical thinking. Our students are nurtured and challenged in and out of the classroom, taking advantage of our co-curricular programs and our many opportunities to excel. They embrace our values of inclusivity, tikkun olam, a meaningful relationship with Israel and a love of learning.

The Middle Years are when students are experiencing the greatest physical, emotional, intellectual and social changes of their lives. During these years students progressively seek greater independence and develop their individual identities and value systems. Intellectually they have a growing capacity for reflective global thinking and begin to make decisions beyond the home and family. They start to build or break relationships according to the life skills they are taught during Kesher (Homeroom), formally and informally.

We aim to develop a deeper student understanding via engagement, reflection, collaboration, mentoring and sharing ideas. At King David we strive to meet the developmental, social and educational needs of our students by providing a varied, challenging curriculum and a supportive school community.

Years 6 - 9 Handbook

Core Subjects

Year 6

• Art
• Classroom Music
• English
• Hebrew
• Humanities
• Jewish Studies
• Kindle Program
• Love of Literature
• Mathematics
• Maths Extension
• Music
• Nafshi
• Physical Education
• Science
• Wellbeing

Year 7

• Art
• Classroom Music
• Drama
• English
• Hebrew
• Humanities
• Jewish Studies
• Love of Literature
• Mathematics
• Nafshi
• Physical Education
• Science
• Wellbeing

Year 8

• English
• Hebrew
• Humanities
• Jewish Studies
• Mathematics
• Nafshi
• Philosophy
• Physical Education
• Science
• Wellbeing

Elective Subjects

Year 7

• Coding
• Creative Design
• Design and Technologies
• Food and Society
• French
• Sport Science

Year 8

• Art
• Coding
• Drama
• Creative Design
• Design and Technologies
• Food and Society
• French
• King Arthur – History and Myth
• Literature
• Media
• Music
• Sound Production
• Sport Science

Special Programs

Year 6

• Enrichment
• Launch Week
• Outdoor Education

Year 7

• Enrichment
• Kabbalat Mitzvah
• Launch Week
• Outdoor Education
• Project Slingshot

Year 8

• Enrichment
• Kabbalat Dorot
• Launch Week
• Outdoor Education
• Passion for Thinking

I love being a part of the musical as I get to meet people with similar interests to me in different year levels.

The Indigenous Camp in Year 8 taught me so much about our country and its history. I really enjoyed getting to know kids my age at the Jabiru Area School.

Launch Week at the start of the year helped me get to know everyone. It was a good way to start in a new environment and make connections with other people.

Year 9 NITZAN

Students in Year 9 are at a pivotal moment in their development. It is at this age that they begin to ask the questions “Who am I? Who do I want to be? How do others perceive me?” It is a period when young adults are tentatively developing a sense of self, are beginning to explore how they fit into the world around them, and start to question the status quo.

We have developed a full day program specifically designed to support and challenge our Year 9 cohort on their journey of self-discovery. Called “Nitzan”, the program is dedicated to growing our students in a way that supports healthy living beyond school. Nitzan gives our adolescents ownership over their learning, empowering them to build skills for their future through a variety of vibrant, dynamic and practical learning opportunities.

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Core Subjects

Year 9

• English
• History
• Jewish Studies
• Mathematics
• Mathematics Extension
• Science
• Wellbeing

Elective Subjects

Year 9

• Archaeology – To Dig or not to Dig
• Art
• Business Studies
• Drama
• Forensic Science
• French
• Geography
• Hebrew Aleph
• Hebrew Pathways to VET
• History of Sport
• Literature
• Information Technology
• Literature
• Media – Making and Knowing Photography, Magazines, Film and Television
• Music
• Philosophy
• Sport Science
• Technology
• Visual Communication Design

Special Programs

Year 9

• Nitzan Program
• Outdoor Education

Learning first aid is an important skill I will have with me for life.

The opportunity to learn how to navigate around the city was valuable and taught me to be more independent.

I really enjoyed practicing yoga. I think the breathing techniques will help me with my studies.

Co-Curricular Programs

King David recognises it is our responsibility to educate the whole child. We have a very comprehensive co-curricular program that broadens students’ learning experience.

Our before and after school sports programs, lunch time activities, leadership opportunities, participation in inter-school sporting competitions and extensive performing arts programs offer students an avenue for self-expression.

These rich holistic learning opportunities available at The King David School provide a broad educational model that extends students to ensure that they develop habits that will see them enjoying a well-rounded life.

Co-curricular Information

Inter-House athletics and swimming galas are highlights of the year. The encouragement from the cheer squad on the sidelines encourages me to have a go and try my best.

Auditioning for a role in the musical gave me the chance to gain confidence on the stage and learn all about musical theatre. I also loved the opportunity to bond with the whole cast and crew during the rehearsals.

I love gadgets and technology so for me, the lunch time MERIT club gives me the opportunity to tinker with programmable objects and also experiment with 3D printers which are lots of fun.

Middle School (Years 6 - 9)

Core Subjects

Elective Subjects

Special Programs

Year 9 NITZAN

Core Subjects

Elective Subjects

Special Programs

Co-Curricular Programs

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