Learning / Extracurricular
STEM Opportunities
Last Updated 15/07/2023
STEM Opportunities
Students at Highgate are offered extra-curriculum activities which extend their interests and broaden their experiences.
Morning Coding Club can be attended by Y3-Y6 students and Y2 can access a lunch club dedicated to designing with Makers Empire (Term 2).
Halfway through the year, two teams are formed in preparation for First Lego League Competition. Highgate has a strong history of successful participation at the state and national level.
Students participating have an opportunity to solve real life problems, build connections with industry, understand the basics of STEM and apply their skills in an exciting competition while building habits of learning, confidence, and teamwork skills along the way.
Oliphant Science Awards
As a school we also encourage and coordinate participation in Oliphant Science Awards which is an annual competition for South Australian school students that aims to support and celebrate science education within South Australian schools. The competition is open to students in Reception through to year 12 and includes a range of categories to suit a wide variety of abilities and interests. More information on this year competition is available on the SASTA website:
More information and registration details are accessible through the EdSmart app, posters or in person at the Technology Room (Opie).
The successful delivery of extra-curriculum programs would not be possible without parents volunteering their time and energy to support our students. We are always very grateful for their commitment.
