HAP – High Ability Program

Koo Wee Rup Secondary College HAP Program caters for students who have above average academic ability and a high level of commitment to their schoolwork. HAP students are included in annual programs designed to encourage their creativity and competitive nature. Some experiences include guest speakers, excursions and enrolment in extension based academic competitions.

The HAP program focuses on maximising opportunities for academically talented students to excel by placing them in separate HAP classes for English, mathematics at Year 7, then expanding in Year 8 and beyond. The curriculum is delivered at a faster pace and more sophisticated level so that students can move ahead to work beyond their year level; and providing access to appropriate extension activities.

HAP students are placed in separate classes for English and mathematics and based on their academic achievement and are expected to maintain a level of achievement to remain in each class.  Achievement is monitored regularly through college progress reports and semester reports, as well as teacher feedback.

This system differs from how SEAL has been run in the past, but it allows all students to access the program if their academic achievement indicates that they need this extension:

• Students have the opportunity to work independently and cooperatively with other students of similar abilities and interests.