Year 10

In Year 10, students consolidate Stage 5 learning, achieving Stage 5 course grades for their Record of School Achievement (RoSA; which is finalised upon completion with Year 11 grades), and begin preparing for Stage 6 (HSC courses).

At Lambton High School, Year 10 marks the beginning of our senior cohort. Students wear white senior shirts to symbolise their transition into the senior school, representing growing independence, maturity, and leadership. The focus is on increasing independence, managing assessment schedules effectively, and planning for future study or vocational directions.

Year Adviser

Ms Kayla Miceli

Deputy Principal

Mr Nick Willis

Key Contacts & Communication Channels

The people and channels below can assist students and families throughout the year.
Please contact your child’s class teacher first for class-specific questions or concerns.

· Year Adviser: Ms Kayla Miceli – first contact for general enquiries or wellbeing concerns. The Year Adviser can also refer to the Learning Support Team if additional learning support is required.

· Deputy Principal Mr Nick Willis – oversees and supports all aspects of the year group’s learning and wellbeing needs.

· Class Teachers: find your child’s teachers via their timetable on Sentral for subject-specific enquiries or concerns.

· Administration Office: attendance, absence explanations, exemption forms, school fees, and general enquiries.

· Further assistance is available through the Wellbeing Hub, Learning Support Team, and Careers Office.
Classroom teachers make reasonable adjustments within lessons to support individual learning needs. Where a student requires or is eligible for additional assistance, this is coordinated through the Learning Support Team (LST) in consultation with staff and families. Visit the Learning Support page for more information.

If you’re unsure who to contact, the Administration Office can direct your enquiry to the right person. Contact us

Important Dates

Key dates for Year 10 are listed below. A full overview of school-wide events is available on the Whole-School Dates and Events page.

Learn about our key assessments and dates.

Important Dates
Event	Date	Notes
Swimming Carnival	Term 1, Week 2	Lambton Pool
Parent Information Evening	Term 1 Week 3	Mini Hall – Slides will be uploaded
Year 10 Peer Support Training	Term 4 Week 7	Preparation for Year 11 leadership roles
Work Experience Program	Term 2 Week 9	Information provided via Careers Office
Athletics Carnival	Term 1 Week 6	Fearnley Dawes Track
Cross Country Carnival	Term 1, Week 10	Lambton High School
Semester One Report	Term 2, Week 10	Distributed electronically via Sentral Parent Portal
Semester Two Reports	Term 4, Week 10	Distributed electronically via Sentral Parent Portal

For all additional or whole-school events such as Green Day, special assemblies, NAIDOC, ROSE Awards, and other community celebrations, visit the Whole-School Dates and Events page.

Dates for smaller excursions or subject-based activities will be shared through SchoolBytes, with individual permission notes.
Further details about major events already listed above will also be distributed through SchoolBytes and the school newsletter Short Takes.

Curriculum Structure & Learning Timeline

Year 10 students at Lambton High School complete the final year of Stage 5, building on the foundations developed in Years 7–9.
For detailed subject descriptions and assessment information, refer to the Year 10 Course and Assessment Handbook (PDF).

Students have six lessons each day, and subjects are allocated across a fortnightly timetable (accessible to students and parents via Sentral portal) as follows:

Subjects
Subject	Periods
English	8 periods
Mathematics	9 periods
Science	8 periods
HSIE - History & Geography	7 periods
PDHPE	4 periods
Sport	4 periods
X-Elective (200hr)	7 periods
Y-Elective (200hr)	7 periods
Z- Elective (semesterised “Senior Foundation”}	5 periods
Careers	1 period

Careers Lessons and Work Experience

All Year 10 students participate in one lesson per fortnight with the Careers Adviser, focusing on preparing for post-school options including work, TAFE, apprenticeships, and university pathways. Work Experience is offered in a variety of formats, with many students also completing credentials such as White Cards or workplace-readiness certificates. This program helps students explore career interests, understand employer expectations, and develop essential workplace skills.

Senior Mentoring Sessions

By Year 10, the GEM framework (Gratitude, Empathy, Mindfulness) from The Resilience Project is well established. Mentoring sessions, held for 20 minutes each week, focus on managing study skills and maintaining wellbeing as students adapt to the additional pressures and expectations of senior schooling.

Assessment tasks are scheduled progressively across the year to support learning in each subject.
A detailed overview, including due dates and policies, is available in the Assessment Information section below.

Class Structure & Progression

Year 10 classes at Lambton High School are designed to consolidate Stage 5 learning while preparing students for the increased independence and subject choice of Stage 6.

Core Class Structure

Each Key Learning Area (KLA) forms its own classes based on student achievement data and teacher recommendations from the previous year. English, Mathematics, Science, HSIE, and PDHPE may stream classes independently to best support student learning.
The L, and T, classes remain the academically higher-achieving groups, while other classes are typically mixed-ability, reflecting the diversity of learners across the cohort.

Class formation is overseen by the Head Teachers of each KLA, in consultation with the Learning Support Team (LST) and Year Adviser, to ensure balanced class structures and equitable access to support. Adjustments or targeted assistance are provided where needed to support student learning and wellbeing.

Elective Classes

Students continue studying the two elective subjects they began in Year 9. Each elective runs for 200 hours across Years 9 and 10, providing continuity, skill progression, and deeper understanding within areas of personal interest.

In addition, students study two semesterised Senior Foundation electives, which allow exploration and development of the skills required for Stage 6 across a range of Key Learning Areas. These courses are designed to build confidence, academic readiness, and familiarity with the expectations of senior study.

Progression to Stage 6

During Term 2, students engage in the Stage 6 Subject Selection process, supported through information sessions, teacher guidance, and a Parent Information Evening.

A defining feature of Lambton High School’s transition process is the Senior Subject Selection Interviews, held onsite in Term 2. Each student meets with a member of the school executive to discuss goals, interests, and subject choices, ensuring selections are well aligned with individual strengths and post-school pathways.

These choices determine the courses undertaken for the Higher School Certificate (HSC) and contribute to completion of the Record of School Achievement (RoSA).

School-Based Assessment

Assessment plays a key role in helping students demonstrate what they know and can do, while providing teachers and families with meaningful feedback on learning progress across Stage 5.

The Year 10 Course and Assessment Handbook (PDF) outlines all assessment tasks, weightings, and key expectations for each subject. It also includes important policies on submission, late work, and academic integrity.

Within the handbook, families will also find the Assessment Planner, which provides an at-a-glance schedule of all formal assessment tasks for the year. This planner helps students manage their time effectively and prepare for busy assessment periods in advance.

If a student is absent or unable to complete an assessment due to illness or misadventure, they should complete an Illness/Misadventure Form, available on their Year 10 Canvas homepage. Supporting documentation (such as a medical certificate) should be submitted promptly.

Applications for Years 7–9 are managed by the relevant Head Teacher, while Years 10–12 are managed by the Deputy Principal.

Assessment results and feedback are provided through Canvas and Sentral, allowing students and families to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.

Year 10 assessment outcomes contribute to the Record of School Achievement (RoSA), which records student grades at the completion of Stage 5 before transitioning into senior studie

External Assessments

Throughout the year, Year 10 students may participate in statewide or national assessments that provide valuable insights into their learning progress and help guide future teaching and support programs.

VALID – Science
All Year 10 students complete the VALID (Validation of Assessment for Learning and Individual Development) Science assessment. This online test assesses students’ understanding of key scientific concepts and skills, providing useful feedback to both students and teachers.

Other Assessments
Occasionally, students may take part in additional national or international assessments, such as PISA or TIMSS, which evaluate broader learning trends. Participation in these programs is typically sample-based and may involve selected classes or cohorts only.

Families are notified through SchoolBytes and the school newsletter if additional assessments occur, including details about scheduling and permissions.

Excursions & Wellbeing Activities

Excursions and wellbeing activities help students extend learning beyond the classroom and develop teamwork, resilience, and community connections.

Work Experience Program
An optional component of Year 10, Work Experience takes place throughout the year.
Students organise their placement with support from the Careers Office and teachers. Preparation includes safety briefings and goal-setting sessions.

SKI TRIP!! - more details to come!

Wellbeing Activities and Sessions
Year 10 students participate in Wellbeing and Mentor sessions aligned with the school’s Care value and The Resilience Project’s GEM framework.
Typical activities include:

Police presentations on respect and decision-making
R U OK? Day activities
Study skills and transition-to-senior school workshops
Harmony and Reconciliation Week events

Information about these activities is communicated through SchoolBytes, year assemblies, and the school newsletter.

Other Excursions and Events
Subject-specific excursions and enrichment opportunities occur throughout the year to support learning in areas such as Science, HSIE, and CAPA.
Families will receive permission notes and details via SchoolBytes.
Major events such as the Swimming, Athletics, and Cross Country Carnivals are listed in the Whole-School Dates and Events calendar.