Student opportunities and activities
Charlestown Public School adopts a comprehensive and tiered approach to extracurricular opportunities which cater for student interests and high potential and gifted education. Our approach ensures that students with high potential and giftedness receive the necessary support and differentiated learning experiences to develop their talents across intellectual, physical, creative, and social-emotional domains and students are provided with opportunities to engage with programs that support their interest.
Our programs include:
- school sport, athletics and inter-school competitions
- creative and performing arts groups and showcases
- cultural and language activities
- public speaking and debating
- lunchtime and interest-based clubs
- student leadership opportunities.
Contact us to learn more about what’s available and how your child can get involved.
Our extra-curricular highlights

Dance Group & Starstruck
Our school proudly participated in StarStruck and the Hunter Dance Festival, showcasing students’ talent and creativity while promoting confidence, teamwork, and a passion for the arts in our community.
Game Changer
Our students actively participated in the Game Changer Challenge, demonstrating innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills while tackling real-world issues, inspiring creativity and leadership within our school community.

Music
Our school’s music program celebrates creativity with drumming and ukulele performances, inspiring students to develop musical skills, confidence, and teamwork while fostering a vibrant and inclusive artistic community.
Facilities and resources
Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.
Events
Find out about school events, celebrations and what’s coming up.