In the Western Australian Curriculum, the Humanities and Social Sciences learning area comprises four subjects:
- Civics and Citizenship
- Economics and Business
- Geography
- History.
The Humanities and Social Sciences subjects provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to develop a broad understanding of the world in which we live and how people can participate as active and informed citizens in the 21st century.
At Banksia Park Primary School, we aim to develop in students:
- a deep knowledge and sense of wonder, curiosity and respect for places, people, cultures, events, ideas and environments throughout the world
- a lifelong sense of belonging to, and engagement with, civic life, with the capacity and willingness to be informed, responsible, ethical and active participants in society at a local, national and global scale
- a knowledge, understanding and an appreciation of the past and the forces that shape society
- the ability to think critically, solve problems, make informed decisions and propose actions in relation to real-world events and issues
- enterprising behaviours and capabilities that enable them to be active participants and decision-makers in matters affecting them, which can be transferred into life, work and business opportunities
- an understanding of, and commitment to, the concepts of sustainability to bring about equity and social justice
- a knowledge and understanding of the connections among the peoples of Asia, Australia and the rest of the world.
Banksia Park PS also has an annual online membership to Inquisitive giving teachers access to a range of HASS resources to further inspire students to:
- to understand the nature of modern society and their role as a citizen
- explore the basics of Economics and Business using real world case studies
- explore places and cultures in a variety of unique and familiar environments around the world
- delve into the mysteries of the past and investigate their connection to the present.