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Grade 5 & 6·Year 5 · Year 6

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This week weaves together play, physical activity, emotional reflection, and cognitive challenge to create a rich, whole-child learning experience. Students begin with lively group play in Walk, Stop, Name, Clap, Jump, Dance, where quick thinking, coordination, and laughter set the tone for an energetic and connected start to the week. They then shift into thoughtful self-reflection in Looking Back, Looking Forward, using guided prompts to celebrate their achievements and set meaningful goals. This calm, reflective moment helps students recognise their growth and builds confidence in their ability to improve and dream big.

The week continues with playful competition in Chair Tennis, which boosts reflexes, hand-eye coordination, adaptability, and sportsmanship, followed by Roll Emoji Bingo, a gentle and joyful activity that strengthens emotional awareness and communication. By sharing real experiences linked to different emotions, students develop empathy, connection, and the ability to talk about their feelings safely and openly. This week blends physical, cognitive, and emotional learning, helping students understand that success comes from movement, reflection, resilience, and meaningful relationships. Through play and purpose, students finish the week with clearer goals, stronger self-awareness, and deeper connections with their peers.

Play
Walk, Stop, Name, Clap, Jump, Dance
Written
Looking Back Looking Forward
Exercise
Chair Tennis
Gratitude
Roll Emoji Bingo
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VICVictorian Curriculum v2.0 (PSC + HPE) · planning codes by activity

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Personal & Social Capability and HPE Version 2.0, VCAA, used by Victorian schools.

PSC / SELPersonal & Social Capability
Play
  • VC2CP6O04The characteristics of an effective team and team roles including leadership roles; strategies for reflecting on performance in a team role.
Written
  • VC2CP6S03Strategies for using and further developing personal strengths to support themselves and others as they face challenges; connecting interests to personal growth.
Exercise

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Gratitude
  • VC2CP6S03Strategies for using and further developing personal strengths to support themselves and others as they face challenges; connecting interests to personal growth.
View official curriculum →Victorian Curriculum F–10 v2.0
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