Exceptional performances in academic fields, sporting arenas and the arts are a characteristic of our school. As such, special programs and initiatives offered at St Ives North include:

1. •Ku-ring-gai Unit for Gifted and Talented Students with specialist classes in Years 3-6;
   

1. •A high quality teaching environment catering for all aspects of learning, including enrichment and support programs;
   

1. •Enrichment Groups - Years 1-6 (all classes);
   

1. •A schoolwide PBEL Program promoting the values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience;
   

1. •Outstanding academic progress evident for our students;
   

1. •Strong, proactive student welfare programs developing values, leadership, and social skills. Programs include kindergarten buddies, school camps and our innovative Playmates program;
   

1. •Artist in Residence;
   

1. •An outstanding Music Program with 3 bands, 1 string ensemble and 1 string orchestra;
   

1. •Over 40 extra-curricular activities including PSSA sport, junior and senior choir, chess, dance groups, environmental eco-operators, debating and drama;
   

1. •A comprehensive technology program which includes Coding, Lego Robotics,3D modelling applications, mobile laptop and iPad labs, interactive whiteboards in all classrooms and a one to one iPad program for all Stage 3 students.