Opportunity Class

A specialised academic program for highly academically capable boys who are intrinsically motivated learners.

At St Augustine’s College, we recognise and nurture academic potential with purpose. Our Opportunity Class brings together high-potential and intellectually gifted learners, providing the structure, challenge, and support they need to thrive.

Delivered by Experts in Boys’ Education

About The Opportunity Class

Targeted Academic Extension

• Designed for boys with high academic potential
• Access to high school teachers for specialist subjects, high school resources and timetabling
• Explicit and evidence-informed teaching to deepen thinking and independence
• Structured, research-based talent development to ensure students experience sustained engagement, appropriate challenge and support, and measurable growth
• Real-world application of STEM, critical thinking, literacy, communication, mathematics, competitions, leadership, sport and co-curricular

Expert Teaching and Support

• Teachers with post-graduate qualifications in gifted and talented theory and delivery, with experience in extension learning
• Developmental progress underpinned by Gagne’s Differentiated Model of Gifted and Talented
• Support wellbeing and engagement for high potential and gifted learners, including those at risk of underachievement

Learning with Like-Minded Peers

• Encourages curiosity, challenge and collaboration
• Builds confidence through shared academic purpose
• Support for social and emotional development for all students

Places are strictly limited and highly competitive. Apply Now

Student Profile

The Opportunity Class is designed for students who demonstrate exceptional academic potential, a passion for learning, strong character, and the capacity to thrive in a challenging and enriched educational environment. It provides the opportunity to learn alongside similarly capable peers while engaging in a differentiated curriculum that extends their abilities and fosters future success.

Students in the Opportunity Class typically demonstrate:

• High academic ability, particularly in English and Mathematics
• Strong critical, creative, and problem-solving skills
• Intellectual curiosity and a genuine enthusiasm for learning
• Resilience, persistence, and a growth mindset when faced with challenge
• Maturity, self-motivation, and strong organisational skills
• Positive collaboration and leadership qualities, contributing constructively to their learning community

Why choose the Opportunity Class?

• Accelerated academic growth
• Strong preparation for senior years
• Increased confidence and motivation
• Connection with like-minded peers
• Opportunities for leadership and extension
• Students remain fully engaged in the life of the College, participating alongside their Year 5 peers while benefiting from targeted academic extension.
  

Application Process

Applications for Enrolment in Year 5, 2028 waitlist are now being accepted. Families with an existing application for a Year 5, 2028 place at the College do not need to submit a new application.

Steps in the Application Process

1. Submit an application
2. Provide supporting documentation, including:
   • Recent school reports
   • Year 3 NAPLAN results (if available)
   • Medical and/or educational specialist reports
3. Shortlisted applicants attend an interview with the Head of Primary and/or designated senior staff
4. Enrolment offers are made to successful applicants
5. Families accept the offer and complete the College enrolment process for a Year 5 position
6. Students will complete an academic assessment 1 year prior to commencement for entry into Year 5.