Student opportunities and activities
At Barnier Public School, we offer a variety of programs in the classroom and across the school to help students build new skills, make friends and explore new interests.
Our programs may include:
- School sport and inter-school competitions (PSSA)
- Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country Carnivals
- K-2 Dance Group
- Stage 3 Dance Group
- School Band
- Cultural and language activities
- Excursions and Incursions
- Public speaking and debating
- Lunchtime and interest-based clubs-Chess Club, Coding Club & Crochet Club
- Eco Warriors & Gardening Club
- SRC and student leadership opportunities
- Choir
- Barniers Got Talent
- Gurung Group
- Activities that support high potential and gifted learners.
Contact us to learn more about what’s available and how your child can get involved.
Yarning Circle
We are excited to announce the opening of our new Yarning Circle, a vibrant space created by our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to celebrate storytelling, culture, and connection. This welcoming circle honours the rich traditions of storytelling and community, providing all students and staff with an opportunity to come together, learn from one another, and build lasting bonds. This space can be used by all classes across all key learning areas as a place to connect to country and our school community.
Our extra-curricular highlights
Sport and PSSA (Yr 3-6)
At PSSA, our Sport program offers students exciting opportunities to develop their skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship across a range of popular sports including netball, soccer, rugby league, Oz Tag, cricket, and European Handball. Every Friday, students come together to train and compete against other schools in these sports, representing their schools with pride and enthusiasm. Through regular Friday sessions and inter-school competitions, students build confidence, stay active, and enjoy the spirit of friendly competition. The program promotes inclusivity and a love of physical activity, encouraging students of all abilities to participate and challenge themselves. Our Friday PSSA sport sessions are a vital part of fostering healthy, engaged, and connected school communities.
Eco Warriors
At Barnier Public School, our Eco Warriors are passionate about caring for the environment and making a positive impact in our community. We grow our own vegetables, create habitats for local wildlife such as native birds, lizards, and frogs, and maintain beautiful native gardens. Through our Return and Earn program and various sustainability projects, we learn, take action, and share our knowledge with others to protect biodiversity and help build a greener future.
Debating and public speaking
Students can develop their thinking, communication and teamwork skills through debating and public speaking. They also have the chance to compete in local and state events.
Join our school band
Teaching Services Australia is a registered Creative Kids provider and delivers instrumental programs with a focus on inclusion, student engagement and well-being.
Open for students in years 2-5
Complete an online Expression of Interest
Sport and PSSA (Yr 3-6)
At PSSA, our Sport program offers students exciting opportunities to develop their skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship across a range of popular sports including netball, soccer, rugby league, Oz Tag, cricket, and European Handball. Every Friday, students come together to train and compete against other schools in these sports, representing their schools with pride and enthusiasm. Through regular Friday sessions and inter-school competitions, students build confidence, stay active, and enjoy the spirit of friendly competition. The program promotes inclusivity and a love of physical activity, encouraging students of all abilities to participate and challenge themselves. Our Friday PSSA sport sessions are a vital part of fostering healthy, engaged, and connected school communities.
Creative and performing arts
Our drama, music and art programs help students be creative and express themselves. They can join in concerts, art shows and drama activities.
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.
Facilities and resources
Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.
Events
Find out about school events, celebrations and what’s coming up.