Student opportunities and activities

Dance at Darlinghurst Public School

Darlinghurst Public School offers a rich and diverse dance curriculum for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, delivered both within PDHPE and as a specialist program.

Music at Darlinghurst Public School

Music is a core focus at Darlinghurst PS, with a whole-school program that engages every student in rich, challenging repertoire. Lessons are guided by the NSW Quality Teaching Framework and Orff Schulwerk educational philosophy, ensuring music is both academically rigorous and creatively inspiring.

Classroom Music

Instruments such as marimbas, metallophones, and xylophones—funded through grants and school contributions—enhance classroom learning. Students develop composition, arrangement, and performance skills, culminating in an End of Year Concert that celebrates their growth and creativity.

Visiting performers enrich the program, with highlights including:

Musica Viva in Schools – The Song Company and West African percussion ensemble Teranga.
Sydney Symphony Education Program – engaging students K–6 in the history, sound, and artistry of orchestral music.

Co-Curricular Music

Our co-curricular music program continues to thrive:

Band Program – 68% of Years 3–6 students participate, with both Junior and Senior Bands established to meet student needs. Highlights include the Beginner Band Bash and workshops with Sydney’s Sirens Big Band.
Private Lessons – Nine professional tutors deliver over 70 lessons weekly, offering students access to high-quality instrumental training.
Choir – With 34% of Years 3–6 students involved, the choir rehearses twice a week and performs at school events and charity galas, including the Sydney Town Hall Celebration Charity Fundraiser Concert.

Beyond Dance and Music

At Darlinghurst Public School, we are proud to offer a wide variety of opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. Our programs help students develop new skills, build friendships, and explore their interests.

These include:

School sport, athletics, and inter-school competitions
Creative and performing arts groups and showcases
Cultural and language programs
Excursions and incursions
Public speaking and debating
Student leadership opportunities
Interest-based clubs
Activities to support high potential and gifted learners

Our extra-curricular highlights

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Debating and public speaking

Students can develop their thinking, communication and teamwork skills through debating and public speaking. They also have the chance to compete in local and state events.

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Creative and performing arts

Our drama, music and art programs help students be creative and express themselves. They can join in concerts, art shows and drama activities.

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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.

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