Student opportunities and activities
At Cowan 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, swimming, cross country and inter-school competitions
- creative and performing arts groups and showcases
- cultural and language activities
- excursions and incursions
- public speaking and debating
- lunchtime and interest-based clubs, gardening and craft
- student leadership opportunities
- activities that support high potential and gifted learners.
Contact us to learn more about what’s available and how your child can get involved.
Our extra-curricular highlights
Debating and public speaking
Students can build confidence, critical thinking, and communication skills through engaging in debating and public speaking activities. These opportunities also support student voice, leadership development, and participation in competitions.
Cowan Dance Group
We currently have a dance group operating at Cowan Public School, which rehearses before school one day per week. This is taught by a qualified dance teacher.
The dance group performs at the Sydney North Dance Festival held at Glen Street Theatre in Term 2. In addition, they also perform at other festivals, at school during assemblies and special days.
Cowan After School Clubs
- Monday afternoons will be BRICKS 4 KIDZ with Term 1’s theme of ‘Energy is Everywhere.’ Kids will explore how different forces of nature occur and how they affect our world. They will build models of tornadoes, whirlpools, and tsunamis. Vocabulary throughout this term includes terrain, peak and vortex!
- On Tuesday Afternoons, Gecko Sports will take the kids on exciting sports and gaming activities. Kids will enjoy obstacle courses, tag, crab walks, ball games, relays, tug-of-war, and their favourite sports.
- Morgan Music with Joy will host Wednesday afternoons.
- Thursday cooking/craft with Mrs Potter.
These clubs provide a safe and supervised environment for children while offering valuable social and developmental opportunities.
You can pay per session or for the entire term at a discounted rate.
Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club is held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings before school, from 8:10am to 8:45am. Earlier breakfast sessions can be made by request of parent/carer.
This program provides students with the opportunity to enjoy a wholesome and nutritious breakfast on a regular basis. Starting the day with breakfast positively impacts various aspects of student life, including physical and mental health, social skills, concentration, behaviour, attendance and academic performance.
Breakfast options such as toast and cereal are available, and school staff supervise and manage the program each morning. All students are welcome to attend.
Trips and excursions
Our students enjoy getting out of the classroom to explore, learn and try new things. These experiences help them grow, build confidence and see how their learning connects to the world.
Camps
Throughout the students time at Cowan, students take part in approximately four or more exciting camps that create lasting memories and build independence. From outdoor adventures at a Sport and Recreation camps, to educational trips like the ACT experience and unique overnight stays such as the Zoo Snooze, each camp is designed to support learning, teamwork and personal growth.
Writers' Festival
AUSLAN Choir
Facilities and resources
Explore how our modern spaces and tools support all subjects and learning styles. From science labs to creative studios, our facilities foster hands-on learning and collaboration.
Events
Stay informed about upcoming school events, celebrations and important dates. Don’t miss out on all the exciting activities happening in our community!