• Length of Study: One Semester
• Number of SACE Credits: 10
  
• Pre-Requisite Information: Nil
  

Subject Overview

Child Studies focuses on children and their development from conception to 8 years. Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of young children through individual collaborative and practical learning. This learning is supported by the inclusion of a hands-on experience with the simulated “Baby Care” program. Students explore concepts such as the cognitive and physical development needs of small children and the rights of the child. Language and Literacy is practically explored via a group activity through children’s books with the Year 2 students. Students also explore the importance of imagination through creating and designing costumes for Book Week.

Students undertake study in Stage 1 Child Studies through the following topics:

• Investigation (Research)
• Children’s Development and Books (Group)
• Children’s Imagination and Development (Practical)
• Baby Care (simulated “Baby Care” Program) Practical

Assessment

Stage 1 assessment is comprised of 100% school-based assessment. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:

• Assessment Type 1: Practical Activity (50%)
• Assessment Type 2: Group Activity (25%)
• Assessment Type 3: Investigation (25%)

Examination:

• This subject does not have an examination at the end of the semester