Curriculum at Manly State School is based on the new Australian Curriculum across the areas of English, maths, history, geography and science. Health and physical education, languages other than English and the arts will continue to follow the requirements of the Queensland Studies Authority.
School programs are developed and delivered in traditional year level cohorts through integrated unit offerings and focused subject lessons by class teachers.
Specialist teachers provide lessons in music, instrumental music, physical education, French language (years 4 to 6) and learning support (for students considered to require extra support).
A comprehensive student intervention program operates at the school to provide additional support to students who require that extra assistance with learning. This support is coordinated by the school Special Needs committee. Support options include small group and individual interventions and special year level support packages.