Our curriculum is designed to develop each child’s academic abilities, creativity, and moral character. We follow the national education standards while incorporating interactive learning and real-world experiences to prepare our students for higher education and life beyond school.
Subjects We Offer
Preparatory School Subjects
English – Basic reading, writing, and communication skills introduced in lower primary years
Maths – Introduction to numbers, counting, and basic problem-solving skills
Culture & Community – Understanding values, traditions, Christian living, and social interaction
Primary School Subjects (Grades 3–6)
English – Developing reading, writing, comprehension, and communication skills
Mathematics – Building numeracy, problem-solving, and logical thinking skills
Science – Exploring basic scientific concepts and the natural environment
Social Science – Understanding community, history, geography, and society
Health & Physical Education (PE) – Promoting health, fitness, hygiene, and well-being
Arts – Encouraging creativity through visual arts, music, and performance activities
Christian Religious Education (CRE) – Promoting Christian values, ethics, and moral development in line with Lutheran education
Lower Secondary School Subjects (Grades 7–8)
English – Strengthening reading, writing, comprehension, and communication skills
Mathematics – Developing advanced numeracy and problem-solving abilities
Science – Expanding knowledge through practical and theoretical learning
Social Science – Exploring history, geography, and societal development
Health & Physical Education (HPE) – Promoting physical fitness, health, and well-being
Arts – Enhancing creativity through visual and performing arts
Christian Religious Education (CRE) – Strengthening Christian values, ethics, and character development
Lower Secondary School Subjects (Grades 7–8)
English – Strengthening reading, writing, comprehension, and communication skills
Mathematics – Developing advanced numeracy and problem-solving abilities
Science – Expanding knowledge through practical and theoretical learning
Social Science – Exploring history, geography, and societal development
Health & Physical Education (HPE) – Promoting physical fitness, health, and well-being
Arts – Enhancing creativity through visual and performing arts
Christian Religious Education (CRE) – Strengthening Christian values, ethics, and character development
Upper Secondary School (Grades 11–12)
St. Paul's Primary School does not offer Upper Secondary education (Grades 11–12)
Students graduate from Grade 8 and continue their studies at secondary schools within Lae and other parts of Papua New Guinea
Our Teaching Approach
St. Paul's Primary School follows the Standards-Based Curriculum (SBC) approach as guided by the Papua New Guinea Department of Education. Our teaching focuses on developing clear competencies in learners by ensuring that every student achieves the required learning standards at each primary level. Through learner-centered, activity-based, and continuous assessment strategies, we equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed for academic success, personal development, and lifelong learning within a Christian-based educational environment.
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