Student opportunities and activities

At Carlingford West 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, athletics and inter-school competitions
creative and performing arts groups and showcases
cultural and language activities
excursions
public speaking and debating
interest-based clubs
student leadership opportunities
activities that support high potential and gifted learners.

2026 Band and string program – Enrolments Still Open!

Is your child interested in learning a musical instrument next year?

Our 2026 Band enrolments are still open, and we would love to welcome new students to join our vibrant school band!

We are especially looking for enthusiastic beginners interested in:

Strings: Violins – 8 positions available • Violas – 4 positions available • Cello – 1 position available

Band: Clarinets – 3 positions available • Saxophones – 3 positions available • Trumpets – 4 positions available • Trombones – 4 positions available

No prior experience is needed, just enthusiasm and willingness to learn!

Being part of the band is a fantastic way for students to build confidence, make friends and develop a lifelong love of music.

If your child is interested in learning an instrument, please visit schoolbands.com.au and complete the Sign-Up form.

Be part of the CWPS exciting band program for 2026!

Martin Davison

Founder & Director

School Bands Australia | Group Learning, Individual Results

E: martin@schoolbands.com.au

P: 1300 1 BANDS (1300 122 637)

www.schoolbands.com.au

Before and After School Activities

Public Speaking and Creative Writing

Creative Writing class

• Days: Tuesdays 3:30pm till 5:30pm

• Room : Block Y - YR0011

Debating class

• Days: Thursdays 3:30pm till 5:30pm

• Room: Block Y - YR0011 / YR0012

Public speaking / Junior Debating class

• Days: Thursdays 3:30pm till 5:30pm

• Room: Block Y - YR0011 / YR0012

Little Picasso's Art Studio

A fun, creative space where imagination comes to life!

Unleash your child's inner artist in a vibrant, supportive environment where creativity, confidence, and self-expression flourish.

All grades and levels welcome - from budding beginners to confident creators!

Classes held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday - before and after school, right on school grounds.

Attend once or twice a week - the choice is yours!

Each term explores new themes, techniques, and mediums - painting, drawing, mixed media, and more.

For enquires and enrolments, please contact:

Michelle Cvetkovic

littlepicassosartstudio@gmail.com or send message to 0424 414 538

Chess

Learn to be a chess champion! Coaching for students at Carlingford West Public School is held on:

Tuesday: Tuesdays from 3:25pm to 4:25pm, starting on 14 October 2025

Friday: Fridays from 8:15am to 9:15am, starting on 17 October 2025

Learning and playing chess helps children develop their logical thinking and problem solving skills, improves their concentration and focus, while also being a great source of enjoyment. Activities include group lessons on a demonstration chess board or interactive whiteboard, puzzle solving and fun practice games.

Students earn merit awards by making checkmates, or by displaying skills and positive qualities, which all good chess players strive to develop.

Each student in the Chess program will also receive access to Chess Squad https://www.chesssquad.com/ which is an online teaching/playing platform.

If your child is interested in taking part in the class, please email office.sydneyacademy@gmail.com for an enrolment form.

For all enquiries, please contact Sydney Academy of Chess on (02) 9745 1170.

Table Tennis - Term 1, 2026

Table Tennis lessons will be offered by Paul Zhao's Table Tennis Academy before and after school at Carlingford West Public School on Tuesday and Thursday morning and afternoon. Catering for beginner to advanced standards.

Duration of each session will be 45 minutes and will be held in the School Hall corridor.

These sessions will be held before (8.30 ~ 9.15 am) also after (3.30 ~ 4.15 pm) school on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

Bookings and enquiries are being taken. Catering for beginner to advanced standards.

Mandarin Classes After School - Term 1, 2026

After-school Mandarin classes have been at Carlingford West Public School for more than 8 years! Having been a community language school for the past 23 years, we at Hua Xia make learning Mandarin easy and fun for both native and non-native speaking students!

Time: Wednesday & Friday (3:30pm - 5:00pm) Starting on 11 February & ended on 27 March in Term 1 2026.

Classes: Wednesdays & Fridays classes to be chosen either or both

Class Fees: $180 for 7 sessions in Term 1 2026

If you are interested, please access in huaxia.au