Haileybury Pangea's Summer Skill Builder program is a one-week online intensive for students in Years 3-8. There are three programs to choose from - Literacy, Numeracy, or a combined Literacy and Numeracy program.
Benefit from Haileybury's innovative teaching methods, small class sizes, our commitment to academic excellence, and our brilliant teachers, all in a safe and supportive online learning environment.
“Engaging course content with a wonderful teacher. I genuinely believe that my son’s literacy skills have improved from a one week intensive and only wish this was available for a longer period.”Parent, 2022 Summer Skill Builder
Why join the Program?
Start ahead of the class
Understand, analyse, interpret and evaluate information and be fully prepared for 2024.
Small class sizes
Small class sizes allow for a personalised learning experience.
Safe and secure learning
All classes are conducted through a secure, online platform.
Brilliant teachers
Innovative teaching models and passionate staff deliver a world-class education.
“Terrific program, excellent quality teaching, the content is just what's needed to polish up skills and build confidence.”Parent, 2022 Summer Skill Builder
Program dates and fees
Fees and Payments
$825 for Middle Primary (Years 3—4)
$995 for Upper Primary and Lower Secondary (Years 5—8)
Fees are payable in full at the time of registration.
Course Dates
- Literacy Courses run from Monday, 8 January 2024 to Friday, 12 January 2024
- Numeracy Courses run from Monday, 15 January 2024 to Friday, 19 January 2024
Teaching commences at 8.30 am [AEDT] with a full program which runs through until early afternoon each day.
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Application requirements
Haileybury prides its reputation on differentiation and inclusion across varied student programs. However, given its structure and delivery method, the Summer Skill Builder Program cannot tailor to children with complex learning difficulties who require additional support. Their best interest would not be accommodated in this program.
The suggested minimum requirement for the AEAS is 60%. Students below this level may not apply.
- Part A English Assessment- 60/100 – minimum requirement.
- Part B Non-Verbal General Ability and Part C Mathematics Reasoning Ability – 6/10- minimum requirement.
Enrol now to secure your spot - places are strictly limited to ensure small class sizes.
Introducing Haileybury
Haileybury is acclaimed as an outstanding independent school in Australia and overseas because of a unique combination of factors that deliver more than the sum of their parts: innovative teaching methods, brilliant teachers, outstanding academic results, a strong international focus, and a comprehensive understanding of education that stretches back to 1892.
Haileybury's academic efforts in the National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) continue to deliver outstanding collective results and rank Haileybury in the top 0.5% of schools in Australia.
2022 VCE results include:
- Seven highest possible ATAR scores of 99.95
- 14% of students attained an ATAR of 99 and above, placing them in the top 1% in Australia
- 43% of students attained an ATAR of 95 and above, placing them in the top 5% of Australia
- Haileybury recorded a median ATAR of 93.5
- 55 Study Scores of the maximum 50 were achieved in 15 different subjects
Frequently asked questions
Who is it for?
The online learning Skills Builder Program is open to students who are currently in Years 3—8 (in 2023). There are some application requirements which are detailed below.
Please note that the Summer Skill Builder program is not available to current Haileybury students.
What does the Program cover?
Classes have been carefully designed to help students strengthen their Literacy or Numeracy ability at their applicable year level. Classes will cover key learning areas and enable students to:
- understand, analyse, interpret and evaluate information
- develop and express ideas and opinions
- build confidence with others and participate in Literacy and Numeracy activities at school.
When is the Program held?
- Literacy Courses run from Monday, 8 January 2024 to Friday, 12 January 2024
- Numeracy Courses run from Monday, 15 January 2024 to Friday, 19 January 2024
Teaching commences at 8.30 am [AEDT] with a full program which runs through until the early afternoon each day.
What is the class structure?
All classes are administered by qualified Haileybury teachers and are conducted in a safe online environment where teachers can monitor each student's progress. Live classes are supported with a range of online resources delivered through our myLearning (Canvas) platform.
What can I expect from it?
Students can develop valuable understanding and strategies to help support their ongoing educational journeys. They can aim to fill in any gaps that may have appeared in the previous year, and build confidence ready for the new school year.
How much does the Program cost?
$825 for Middle Primary (Years 3—4)
$995 for Upper Primary and Lower Secondary (Years 5—8)
Fees are payable in full at the time of registration.
What type of applications do I need?
Students will need admin rights to install software, including Office and Teams, on their device. They will be assisted in doing this prior to beginning the course.
What type of internet connection do I need?
The minimum internet connection speed to undertake a Haileybury Pangea learning pathway is as follows:
- 25Mbps for a single user
- 50Mbps for 2-3 users
- 75 Mbps for 4-5 users
Ready to enrol?
Choose the course that suits you
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Fill out our enrolment form using the apply now button
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Please note the availability for the 2024 program is limited. Applications close 20 December 2023.
Not sure which program is right for you? Connect with our team to learn more or book a call in with us and let us know the best time to contact you.
Email: admissionspangea@haileybury.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9904 6111
