7–10Child Studies 7–10 Syllabus
The new Child Studies 7–10 Syllabus (2025) is to be implemented from 2028 and will replace the Child Studies 7–10 Syllabus (2019).
2026 and 2027 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2028 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts. Schools may choose to implement the new syllabus during the planning and preparation phase.
Content
Life Skills
Through collaborative curriculum planning, it may be decided that Life Skills outcomes and content are the most appropriate option for some students with intellectual disability.
Recognise the stages of development in each trimester of pregnancy
Recognise how lifestyle factors affect fetal development during pregnancy
Identify potential conditions associated with pregnancy
Identify delivery options for childbirth
Identify complications associated with the birthing process
Recognise support and care options for pregnancy and birth
Recognise cultural practices and beliefs about pregnancy, birthing or postnatal care
Explore organisations or resources available for support during pregnancy or after birth
Recognise the physical characteristics of a newborn
Recognise the care needs of a newborn
Recognise the safety requirements for a newborn’s sleep environment
Identify hygiene routines required for the safe care of a newborn
Explore cultural practices that influence care practices for newborns
Identify common health conditions that may affect newborns
Identify reasons why newborns may require special care
Recognise formal or informal supports in the care of newborns
Identify financial preparations for having a baby
Identify safety equipment and/or resources that assist in the care of a newborn
Explore the use of safety equipment in the care of newborns
Recognise the basic needs of children
Recognise that children have the right to be safe, fed and warm
Identify services that support the rights and care of children
Identify factors that influence child growth and development
Explore benefits and leave entitlements for new parents
Recognise what ‘childhood’ means
Identify the changing nature of childhood throughout history
Recognise stages of development of newborns and children
Explore support services and/or resources available to assist children with disability in their development
Locate reliable information on supporting children’s growth and development
Select information to understand how to support children’s growth and development
Create an oral, visual, written or multimodal text to communicate ideas relating to children’s growth or development