At Picnic Creek State School, the curriculum is guided by The Australian Curriculum, which outlines the essential knowledge, understanding, skills, and general capabilities crucial for all Australian students. It defines the learning entitlement of students, serving as a foundation for their future learning, growth, and active participation in the Australian community. It specifies what all young Australians should learn throughout their schooling. This curriculum provides the basis for high-quality teaching that addresses the needs of all Australian students and informs the development of school programs for each key learning area.
In addition to the Australian Curriculum content, teachers at Picnic Creek State School utilise a variety of pedagogical approaches to ensure the students are engaged learners. The pedagogical approaches are derived from a selection of research based frameworks including but not limited to; Teach Like a Champion Strategies, Deep Learning Strategies and Age Appropriate Pedagogies.