John Curtin

Gifted and Talented Programs
The Gifted and Talented Arts Programs at John Curtin include Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Drama, Media Arts,Music, Music Theatre and Visual Arts. All programs offer students a unique opportunity to enhance their learning and continued progress in chosen areas of specialisation.
Teaching and Learning
Students study their Gifted and Talented Arts course alongside their core subjects of maths, English, science and humanities. They also have access to digital technologies, design and technologies, languages (Italian), and physical and health education. The college offers a Specialist Football Program and an Academic Excellence Program.
Community
John Curtin College of the Arts actively participates in community programs in the Fremantle/Peel district and has developed positive relationships with tertiary and Arts organisations throughout Perth.
Facilities
We have two theatres that support the students and staff aspirations for excellence in the Arts. These facilities are complemented by three dance and rehearsal studios, art studios and a media centre inclusive of television and radio studios.
About Us
John Curtin College of the Arts has built a national reputation through the quality of its programs in the Arts. The Arts College has educated actors, dancers, artists, musicians and film makers who are prevalent in Australian artistic life.

Welcome

We provide children from across the State with Gifted and Talented Arts Programs and all students study a comprehensive range of academic subjects alongside their specialist course.

At John Curtin, your child will participate in classes with like-minded peers who share their passion and desire to excel under the guidance of expert teachers.

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Students & Programs

Our students’ learning occurs within a caring, supportive environment. Our dedicated and professional specialist teachers provide an academically balanced educational program with a focus on Gifted and Talented learning.

An innovative, stimulating and rewarding education in a supportive learning environment awaits your child at John Curtin College of the Arts.

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Our gifted arts students use their love and passion for the Arts to help them achieve their academic goals and become confident, tolerant and creative community members and leaders.

News & Events

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14 Aug

THINGS I KNOW TO BE TRUE

“People aren’t perfect. Even the people you love. Especially the people you love”

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22 Aug

ON THE WORLD STAGE

Year 11 Drama The Year 11 guest director season will present theatre through the lenses of varying …

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02 Sep

ARE YOU FOR REAL?

Year 10 Drama Of all the many people that have contributed to what we now know as …

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Latest News

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Neural Knitworks link wellbeing and science

August 15, 2019

For the past three months John Curtin College of the Arts staff, students and community members have …

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Year 12 student wins first prize in Shaun Tan Awards

August 8, 2019

Year 12 Visual Arts student Adine Sequera was recently awarded first prize in the Senior Secondary Division …

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NAIDOC Week Celebrations at John Curtin

July 11, 2019

Last week our staff and students celebrated NAIDOC Week with a range of engaging activities that focused on …

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