High School Preparation (HSP)

Duration: Graduation from 4-40 weeks (depending on the student level)

Welcome

The High School Preparation course at Milton College provides students with a secure and caring environment. Students will develop the knowledge and skills to become confident learners and users of language at school and beyond. We have an energetic, experienced team of teachers who present interesting and challenging lessons, using a variety of strategies and resources. Students will also learn about Australia and will benefit from our Personal Development Program. We look forward to welcoming you to Milton College.

Kerry Laws
Principal of High School Preparation

Entry Requirements

• Age 12 to 18 years.
• Milton College High School placement test

Course Information

The High School Preparation program prepares students for Australian High Schools. It is an integrated skills-based program. The curriculum is built around three key learning areas plus Maths and Sport. Each week the students start a new unit of work. Each unit focuses on a theme, such as Science, Media Studies, or Australian History and Culture. Students study from interesting text books, as well as a variety of stimulating resources, such as readers, written media, audio-visuals resources and field trips.
The duration of study is dependent on the students' level of English. Students are advised of the length of study required after completion of a placement test. Students' overall progress is closely monitored and individualised learning plans are developed for those with specific learning needs.

Learning Outcomes

Students at Milton College will:

• Reach intermediate level of English (for those entering Years 7-10 at High School) and upper-intermediate level (for those entering Year 11 High School or Foundation Programs)
• Acquire study skills necessary to succeed in NSW High Schools, including skills in note-taking, research, organisation, time management and test preparation
• Become familiar with the English language within an Australian context, allowing them to communicate appropriately and effectively
• Be able to use, reflect on, and enjoy the English language in a variety of text types through listening, reading, writing and speaking
• Think in ways that are imaginative, interpretative and critical
• Have an understanding of the language of Maths in order to interpret and solve mathematical problems
• Take part in a Pastoral Care program to help equip them with the necessary life skills required to allow successful integration into NSW school life and contemporary teenage society

Assessment of Outcomes

Students at Milton College will:

• Be monitored daily by the class teacher
• Complete two pieces of homework each night
• Be tested each week in listening, reading, writing and speaking skills. The intermediate and upper-intermediate classes are also tested in Maths each week
• Sit a formal cross-school test in reading, comprehension, writing, Australian Studies, English spelling and vocabulary, and Australian Geography each month
• Receive a substantial progress report each month, including narrative and diagnostic reporting Maintain a writing portfolio that is checked by the teachers each week. The writing portfolio also permits students to monitor their own progress

AEAS

Milton College is an official testing centre for Australian Education Assessment Services (AEAS). AEAS assessment provides comprehensive testing specifically designed for primary and secondary students wishing to study in Australia. Many private schools require AEAS testing for international applicants.

Education Pathways

Sample Timetable