Saturday Enrichment for Gifted Students
The Centre offers a number of courses for gifted primary school aged students from any school.
The Saturday Enrichment Classes have been running for over 37 years and have a well-established reputation for excellence in educational approach and care for our students. Dedicated tutors are carefully selected for their experience and expertise.
Programs are designed to assist students to thrive, perform to their potential and achieve their personal best. Topics covered vary from term to term and cover a wide range of subjects and interests. Different methodologies are used to maintain stimulation and engagement for each student.
Upcoming Holiday Programs
Upcoming Holiday Programs: Monday 14 July to Friday 18 July 2025
Entry Into The Program
All students seeking to join the Saturday Enrichment Classes need to be assessed for eligibility.
- Entry into Kindergarten/Year 1 course: requires a psychometric test, or teacher recommendation and school report to support the application.
- Entry into Years 2-3 and Years 4-6 courses: requires a psychometric test conducted by an educational psychologist.
NB: Psychometric testing and assessment is also available at the Futures Centre.
Semester 2 2025 Program
Semester 2 is made up of Terms 3 and 4
Term 3 Programs commence on Saturday 2 August, and finish on Saturday 20 September 2025 (running for eight weeks)
Term 4 Programs commence on Saturday 18 October and finish on Saturday 29 November 2025 (running for seven weeks)
All courses start at 1.00 pm and finish at 4.00 pm. Each course runs for 1 hour and 20 minutes with a 20-minute break in between.
The first Saturday of the term will include a face-to-face orientation for students and their parents, which will provide a chance for parents to meet with teachers.
Enrolments close for Term 3 on Sunday 26 July 2025, and for Term 4 on Sunday 12 October 2025.
Structure of the Program
Courses are offered as a package, with two different courses in each package per term, meaning all students enrolled will do both courses. Each class integrates hands-on activities around an interesting and exciting central theme. For Semester 2, we will be looking at a number of varied and interesting topics within the courses.
For more information about the specifics of each program, please click on the tabs below for: Kindergarten/Year 1 Course and Years 2-3 and Years 4-6 Courses.
Semester 2 Program Details
Term 3
Kindergarten / Year 1: Two Courses
- Where Did We Come From?
- Mission: Space Adventure
Term 4
Kindergarten / Year 1: Two Courses
- Build a Tiny World
- Communities and How People Contribute
Term 3 Courser Detail
Where Did We Come From with Kitty Joson
This exciting course introduces young learners to key moments in Australia’s history as they explore the question, "Where did we come from?" Students will journey back to the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788, learning about early colonial life and the changes it brought. They’ll explore the excitement and challenges of the Gold Rush era, and how it helped shape Australia's growth and diversity. The course also touches on Australia’s involvement in World War I, including the brave stories of the ANZACs at Gallipoli, and how their courage became a symbol of national pride. Students will learn about the journey to Federation and the development of modern Australia, using stories, songs, role-play, and timelines to bring the past to life in a fun way.
Mission: Space Adventure with Bryce Ostini
This course introduces young learners to the wonders of space through a mix of storytelling, hands-on activities, and creative exploration. Students will learn about Earth’s place in space, the Sun and stars, the planets in our solar system, and the Moon, including its phases and how astronauts have explored it. They'll discover how rockets work, how humans travel to and live in space, and what daily life is like aboard a space station. The course encourages curiosity through songs, crafts, games, and imaginative play, with cross-curricular links to literacy, art, math, and physical education. It concludes with a celebration where students showcase their projects and share what they’ve learned about the universe.
Term 4 Course Detail
Helping Hands in Our Community with Bryce Ostini
This helps students understand people's important roles in keeping a community safe, healthy, and running smoothly. Through stories, hands-on activities, role play, and real-life connections, children will explore the jobs of community helpers such as police officers, firefighters, doctors, nurses, paramedics, teachers, postal workers, and council workers. They'll learn how each person contributes differently and why cooperation and kindness are important. The course may include visits, dress-up days, and creative projects like building a “mini community” in the classroom. Students will gain an appreciation for the people who help them every day and discover ways they, too, can make a positive difference.
Build A Tiny World with Kitty Joson
Young learners will explore science and engineering by creating their own miniature ecosystems, one piece at a time. Each week, they’ll dive into a new hands-on activity, designing terrain, building rivers, planting seeds, crafting bug homes, and more, while learning about topics like the water cycle, weather, plants, and simple machines. Every session ends with a take-home creation that adds to their growing tiny world, allowing them to build curiosity and understanding over time. With each new piece, kids connect science to imagination in a playful, meaningful way.
Term 3
Years 2 - 3: Two Courses
- World Wide Wanderers
- A Beginner’s Guide to AI
Term 4
Years 2 - 3: Two Courses
- The Evolution of the Modern World
- STEM-gineers
Term 3 Course Detail
World Wide Wanderers with Danielle Ingrassia
The World Wide Wanderers course will offer students dynamic explorations and culturally enriching experiences of global cultures and histories. Students will engage in in-depth studies of countries such as China, Italy, India, and Kenya, among others, through a variety of hands-on visual arts activities such as bracelet making and collage creations, as well as research projects and more. At the beginning of the course, students will construct their own travel-themed suitcase and create a personal passport, which they will add to each week as they "visit" a new country. Lessons will be carefully designed to include cultural cuisines, traditions and celebrations, sports, religions and landmarks, encouraging students to develop a deeper understanding of the world around them and fostering a strong sense of global citizenship. The program will broaden students' horizons, inspiring them to view the world with curiosity, respect, and a genuine appreciation for cultural diversity.
A Beginner’s Guide to AI with Stephen Lerantges
It's true: Artificial Intelligence is changing the world; it’s not just a trope of science fiction anymore! As a class, we will explore how AI works, how it came to be a reality, why it matters, and how we can use it safely. We’ll decode the maths and wiring behind AI with games, puzzles, philosophical debates, and, of course, coding challenges. We’ll also tackle the big questions: Can machines truly think like us? Will it make our lives better or worse? How can we control the tools we build? Join us for a hands-on and wild journey in surfing this new (and uncharted) technological wave!
Term 4 Course Detail
The Evolution of the Modern World with Anastasia Toumasatos
What if you could travel through time without even leaving the classroom? In this modern history unit, we'll explore some of the moments and movements that have shaped the world as we know it today. Throughout the unit, we will unpack the iconic shifts in music, sports, science, pop culture, and politics across different nations and cultures. Using historical sources, events, and figures as a basis for critical thinking, students will gain a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the past and how we can use it to interpret the present and its implications for the future.
STEM-gineers with Rhys Hannaford
Join us for a thrilling science adventure where we will explore the amazing world of toys! From soaring paper aeroplanes to zooming rockets, we will uncover the hidden physics behind your favourite playthings. Build, experiment, and learn as we delve into gravity, force, and motion. We will design and construct our own paper airplanes, spacecrafts, cars, and rockets. We will test our creations, measure their performance, and analyse the results. Through hands-on experiments, we will learn about the science behind flight, speed, and distance. Let's ignite your curiosity and make science come alive!
Term 3
Years 4 to 6: Two Courses
- The Evolution of the Modern World
- STEM-gineers
Term 4
Years 4 to 6: Two Courses
- World Wide Wanderers
- A Beginner’s Guide to AI
Term 3 Course Detail
The Evolution of the Modern World with Anastasia Toumasatos
What if you could travel through time without even leaving the classroom? In this modern history unit, we'll explore some of the moments and movements that have shaped the world as we know it today. Throughout the unit, we will unpack the iconic shifts in music, sports, science, pop culture, and politics across different nations and cultures. Using historical sources, events, and figures as a basis for critical thinking, students will gain a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the past and how we can use it to interpret the present and its implications for the future.
STEM-gineers with Rhys Hannaford
Join us for a thrilling science adventure where we will explore the amazing world of toys! From soaring paper aeroplanes to zooming rockets, we will uncover the hidden physics behind your favourite playthings. Build, experiment, and learn as we delve into gravity, force, and motion. We will design and construct our own paper airplanes, spacecrafts, cars, and rockets. We will test our creations, measure their performance, and analyse the results. Through hands-on experiments, we will learn about the science behind flight, speed, and distance. Let's ignite your curiosity and make science come alive!
Term 4 Course Detail
World Wide Wanderers with Danielle Ingrassia
The World Wide Wanderers course will offer students dynamic explorations and culturally enriching experiences of global cultures and histories. Students will engage in in-depth studies of countries such as China, Italy, India, and Kenya, among others, through a variety of hands-on visual arts activities such as bracelet making and collage creations, as well as research projects and more. At the beginning of the course, students will construct their own travel-themed suitcase and create a personal passport, which they will add to each week as they "visit" a new country. Lessons will be carefully designed to include cultural cuisines, traditions and celebrations, sports, religions and landmarks, encouraging students to develop a deeper understanding of the world around them and fostering a strong sense of global citizenship. The program will broaden students' horizons, inspiring them to view the world with curiosity, respect, and a genuine appreciation for cultural diversity.
A Beginner’s Guide to AI with Stephen Lerantges
It's true: Artificial Intelligence is changing the world; it’s not just a trope of science fiction anymore! As a class, we will explore how AI works, how it came to be a reality, why it matters, and how we can use it safely. We’ll decode the maths and wiring behind AI with games, puzzles, philosophical debates, and, of course, coding challenges. We’ll also tackle the big questions: Can machines truly think like us? Will it make our lives better or worse? How can we control the tools we build? Join us for a hands-on and wild journey in surfing this new (and uncharted) technological wave!
Term Cost of Program
The cost of the semester package is $940.00 inc GST, with each individual term package costing $520.00 inc GST. This fee includes all resources and materials..
*Fee includes all resources and materials.
*Please note any refund attracts a 5% administration fee.
*Disenrollments after enrolments closing date carry a 30% cancellation fee.
*All students seeking to apply to join the Saturday Enrichment Classes need to be assessed for eligibility.
*Courses will operate with eight or more participants, and spaces are strictly limited
Ready to book an Assessment?
PLC Sydney Futures uses assessments for making informed schooling choices, and is required for consideration for entry into our Saturday Enrichment Classes. The assessment procedure includes:
- Parent interview
- Observation and psychological assessment of the child
- Parent meeting to discuss the results and recommendations