Student opportunities and activities

Kids Rapt on Performing (KROP) at Goolgowi Public School

Kids Rapt on Performing (KROP) is a thrilling annual creative arts event held during Education Week at the stunning Griffith Regional Theatre. For over 15 years, it has given NSW public school students like those at Goolgowi Public School the chance to shine on a professional stage and celebrate the joy of public education through performance.

KROP offers the opportunity for all students to develop their potential in the creative domain, encouraging creativity, expression, and confidence.

Our High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) students at Goolgowi Public School especially enjoy being part of KROP, where they can bring their creativity to life, connect with other talented students, and challenge themselves in new ways. This experience not only showcases their skills but also inspires confidence, teamwork, and a love for the performing arts.

Being part of KROP is a highlight for many of our students—an unforgettable chance to perform, learn, and most importantly, have fun doing what they love in a supportive and exciting environment!

Student Leadership Opportunities

Our school offers exciting leadership experiences through programs such as our Student Parliament and the GRIP Leadership and the Halogen Student Leadership Conferences. Students have the chance to develop their skills, share their voices, and make a positive impact. These leadership trips to Sydney and Wagga Wagga provide valuable opportunities for students to engage with peers, gain new perspectives, and grow as confident leaders.

Our school fosters and develops leadership in K-6 students by embedding opportunities for responsibility, collaboration, and decision-making into everyday teaching practices. Encouraging student voice, promoting teamwork, and creating a supportive environment helps young learners build confidence and essential leadership skills from an early age.

Trips and excursions

Our students enjoy getting out of the classroom to explore, learn and try new things. These experiences help them grow, build confidence and see how their learning connects to the world.

Operation Art: Nurturing Creativity in High Potential Students

Operation Art is a vibrant and enriching program designed to inspire and challenge our high potential and gifted students in the creative domain. Through participation in this esteemed initiative, students have the opportunity to explore their artistic talents, experiment with various mediums, and express their unique perspectives. Operation Art nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and self-confidence, empowering students to push boundaries and develop their abilities beyond the standard curriculum. By engaging in this program, our students are supported to excel as innovative thinkers and confident creators, fostering a lifelong passion for the arts. Each year Goolgowi Public School students have been successful in having their artworks chosen for display at Westmead Children’s Hospital.

Physical Excellence at Goolgowi Public School

At Goolgowi Public School, we proudly support our High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) students in developing their physical talents. Our students have exceptional opportunities to enhance their skills, wellbeing, and teamwork through targeted sports programs and physical activities. Talented athletes are encouraged and supported to represent the Riverina region in various sporting events across NSW, showcasing their abilities and sportsmanship at higher levels of competition. We are committed to nurturing every student’s physical potential and passion for sport within a positive and inclusive environment.