Annual Report - 2017

2017 ANNUAL REPORT

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KINCOPPAL – ROSE BAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART

KINCOPPAL – ROSE BAY SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT 2017 REPORTING AREAS FROM THE PRINCIPAL

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1. A MESSAGE FROM KEY SCHOOL BODIES

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2. CONTEXTUAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SCHOOL

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3. STUDENT OUTCOMES IN STANDARDISED NATIONAL LITERACY AND NUMERACY TESTING

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4. SENIOR SECONDARY OUTCOMES (STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT)

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5. TEACHER PROFESSIONAL LEARNING, ACCREDITATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

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6. WORKFORCE COMPOSITION

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8. ENROLMENT POLITICS

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9. OTHER SCHOOL POLICIES

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10. SCHOOL DETERMINED PRIORITY AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

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11. INITIATIVES PROMOTING RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY

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12. PARENT, STUDENT AND TEACHER SATISFACTION

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13. SUMMARY FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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ABOUT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL REPORT Kincoppal-Rose Bay School is registered by the NSW Educational Standards Authority.

The Annual Educational and Financial Report provides parents and the wider community with fair, accurate and objective information about various aspects of school performance and development.

The report describes achievement of school achievement and developments in 2017.

The report is a legislative requirement under the Education Amendment (Non-Government Schools Registration) act 2004. The information in this report is complemented by other school publications such as the school prospectus, policies and procedures, publications and newsletters which are published on the School website.

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1. A MESSAGE FROM KEY SCHOOL BODIES FROM THE PRINCIPAL As a school of the Sacred Heart, Kincoppal – Rose Bay strives to educate both the hearts and minds of our students.

We support and encourage them to find their own voice, to develop their special gifts and talents and become the very best people that they can be. All schools of the Sacred Heart throughout the world are connected by this educational vision that stems from that of the Founder of the Society of the Sacred Heart, St Madeleine Sophie Barat. This vision is articulated in the goals of a Sacred Heart education: 1. A personal and active faith in God 2. A deep respect for intellectual values 3. The building of community as a Christian value 4. A social awareness which impels to action 5. Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.

Our Sacred Heart Focus Goal for 2017 has been “The building of community as a Christian value”.

The Year 12 Class of 2017 performed very well in the HSC. Highlights of achievements include: • KRB achieved 205 Distinguished Achievers mentions • KRB was ranked 28th in the State based on our number of Distinguished Achievers mentions • 13 students were State All Round Achievers based on achieving Band 6s in 10 Units. This is 13% of the 2017 Class • Approximately 29% of our students gained an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) over 95 • 5% gained an ATAR over 99 • The Distinction in Studies Award Winner/Dux of the Class of 2017 was Isabella Monardo with an ATAR of 99.80 • A student achieved 3rd place in English Extension 1 and 10th place in Studies of Religion II • A student achieved 7th place in English Extension 2 • A student achieved 3rd place in History Extension • A student achieved 5th place in History Extension and 19th place in Modern History • A student achieved 8th place in Studies of Religion II • A student achieved 8th place in Design & Technology

• Showing resilience by rising above and learning from difficulties • Achieving their best, both in and out of the classroom • Taking advantage of every opportunity KRB offers • Understanding the importance of serving and supporting others.

In 2017 we have continued to develop the minds of our students with a diverse range of intellectual challenges and learning opportunities, both inside and outside the classroom. We nurture the development of a growth mindset by empowering our young women and men to: • Embrace life’s challenges • Persist with the realisation of personal goals • Succeed in the face of life’s setbacks.

Our P-12 student tracking program is an integral part of this approach. It has enabled staff to better monitor the academic, social, emotional and spiritual goals of each student and provide the necessary guidance to support them to achieve to their potential. Students have been provided with engaging learning experiences where they have had opportunities to achieve both collaboratively and individually.

Ongoing professional learning of our staff ensures that all are: • Effective educators and leaders • At the cutting edge of quality learning and teaching • Modelling scholarship.

During the year, P-12 staff have participated in leadership seminars, conferences and in-services and have appreciated the opportunities to work with and learn from renowned guest and respected educators and leaders.

Celebrating 135 Years We celebrated 135 years of Sacred Heart education at St Mary’s Cathedral. Archbishop Anthony Fisher celebrated our Eucharist together with Father Peter Hearn, Father Philip Watkins and Fr Michael Whelan. We acknowledged and thanked the members of the Society of the Sacred Heart, Sacred Heart Educators and all those who have contributed to the education of generations of students over the past 135 years at Kincoppal, at Rose Bay and Kincoppal-Rose Bay. Positive Well Being

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In terms of English Advanced and Extension KRB was ranked 8th in the State. For English Standard and ESL KRB was ranked 6th in the State. English is the only HSC course that is compulsory for all students in NSW. In terms of Mathematics, Extension 1 and Extension 2 KRB ranked 28th in the State.

For Mathematics General 2 KRB was ranked 43rd in the State.

In 2017 KRB continued working with the Positive Education Program. This is based on the Positive Psychology movement, which aims to “educate for both traditional skills and for happiness.” The focus has been on a strengths based approach which concentrates on students’ capabilities, whereby they learn the skills necessary for overcoming adversity and develop resilience.

KRB students have exhibited their commitment to the Sacred Heart Goals through:

Activities including the Year 9 City Immersion Experience, G10, for Year 10 students Big Sister Program, peer to peer

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programs, outdoor education camps, transition to secondary school programs and the Positive Education program in the Boarding School, assisted in providing challenging opportunities for all students and helped build resilience.

Ten KRB students took advantage of the Global Exchange Program, which developed independence and resourcefulness and gave students an understanding of other Sacred Heart Schools and the wonderful opportunities and challenges of travelling overseas.

New students were welcomed to the School in a series of morning teas, where they were able to get to know the Principal and other new students in other years. Towards the end of Term 3, the Principal took the opportunity to connect with Year 12 students to discuss their thoughts on the upcoming HSC, their time at KRB and what the future held for them.

Challenges outside the Classroom The strong KRB spirit has certainly been shown through the many co-curricular activities in which our students have been involved. Over 700 students have participated in sporting activities where they have learnt the value of teamwork and of the importance of practice and training to achieve one’s goals. Our sporting program has also challenged our students and it is admirable that so many have achieved significantly at both School and State level.

Students have also shone in the Performing Arts area and many will remember the outstanding performances in Emil and the Detectives. Public speaking and debating remain important components of the co-curricular program and a significant number of teams achieved at a high standard in both the ISDA and Archdale competitions.

Development of Faith Throughout 2017 students have had opportunities given for developing a greater understanding of their Christian faith, other faiths and as well reflection on the values of a Sacred Heart education. Retreats for each group, family Masses, celebration of particular sacraments as well as liturgies led by students, have all contributed to the development of faith.

Offering Service Students from ELC through to Year 12 have demonstrated many examples of service, generosity and commitment both within and beyond the campus. The support of each student for one another, particularly in challenging times is a hallmark of a Kincoppal - Rose Bay student.

As well students have participated in a number of social justice activities. These have included: • • • • •

Trips to Bowraville, Peru and India International Women’s Day City Immersion The Philanthropy Program Joigny children have raised over $3000 for a variety of charities

Leadership In 2017 many students took up the challenge of leadership, both in the day and boarding school. Students from both the Senior and Junior School heard from leaders through a variety of forums and programs and reflected on the fact that leadership is about learning constantly and being effective role models for others.

A number of programs have enabled students to develop their confidence and awareness of the importance of leadership as service to others and making a difference in the community. The Year 12 leaders of 2017 were a strong group who created opportunities for their peers and younger students to participate and develop their own potential. The Year 11 Class was also able to develop leadership skills before taking the role of leaders, at the Year 11 retreat in May, where the focus was both development of cohesion as a group and of leadership.

Community We have continued to provide many opportunities to come together as a community in 2017. Every group which makes up KRB - our students, staff, current and past parents and past students - are an integral part of our School. We have offered a number of activities in which each of these can be involved. Many members of our community have commented on the strong sense of friendship that they experience at KRB, and we are grateful to all those who have assisted with the events we have held in 2017.

Campus Development The following areas of development have been completed in 2017: • Redevelopment of Chapel Square • Café 135 Design and Opening • Commenced Year 12 Learning Hub.

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FROM THE SCHOOL BOARD

FROM THE PARENTS

The School Board is responsible for the governance of Kincoppal-Rose Bay School. Each year, on behalf of the Board, I report on the progress of the School to the owners of the School, the Trustees of the Society of the Sacred Heart.

At the conclusion of the 2017 year, I was pleased to report that the School remained in a sound financial position again reported stable and consistent financial results.

The spirit of community remained a focal point for Kincoppal – Rose Bay in 2017. It was our Sacred Heart focus goal and events to welcome new families, to celebrate 135 Years at Rose Bay Convent, to maintain connections with current and past families, both nationally and internationally and to offer networking opportunities, continued throughout the year.

The School’s academic results were excellent, with the School ranked 28th in the State based on the number of Distinguished Achievers. The School was one of the highest ranked non-selective schools and was one of top ranked Catholic Schools in NSW. Our enrolments in 2017 were a very healthy 971 students.

Debt, which peaked on financing the completion of the Maureen Tudehope Centre in 2011, had been reduced to $3.8 million at 2017 year end. The rate of increase in school fees has been reduced for the sixth successive year, the rate for the current year being 3.3%.

The School’s Bursary Fund increased to $6.8 million at year end. Growth of the Bursary Fund will, in time, allow the School to increase the number of funded bursaries.

We have made further progress in implementing our facilities Master Plan 2016 – 2018. The Board also approved a Master Plan for the Junior School, which will result in a strategic approach to the upgrade of the Junior School over a number of years. Master Plan projects undertaken or completed in 2017 include: • • • •

Café 135 Learning Hub Accommodation for Boarding Staff Refurbishment of Chapel Square

The School farewelled our Principal Mrs. Hilary JohnstonCroke who completed her contract as Principal of KincoppalRose Bay at the end of 2017. As Principal, Hilary has sought to provide the best teaching and learning environment and multiple opportunities for all students to reach their potential.

Her tenure has been marked by stability, community engagement, strong educational outcomes, new and improved facilities across our historic campus, modernisation of our boarding and boarding model, the establishment of Sophie’s Cottage for long day care, and the development of the KRB Bursary program. I thank her for her many years of dedicated service to the school. I also thank the Leadership Team and all members of staff for their contribution throughout 2017 and the excellent results achieved.

I thank my fellow Board members for their careful direction and commitment to the school, and all those in our school community who have supported us in our endeavours.

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The importance placed on developing strong connections between parents and the school begins early each year with the Welcome Dinners for new parents, hosted by the Principal. Again in 2017 all new families were invited to one of two Welcome Dinners, which provided an opportunity for members of the School Board and the Kincoppal – Rose Bay School Leadership Team, to meet these families and to share with them the educational vision for the School.

A number of events to foster connections between the School and the KRB community - current and past parents, grandparents and relatives - were held in 2017. Events were also held for families living in regional NSW and overseas.

These included: • A celebration Mass and supper at St Mary’s Cathedral to celebrate with students, their parents and alumna and the RSCJ community 135 years of education at Rose-Bay Convent • Family Masses followed by Morning Tea, creating connections between families of specific year groups and enabling KRB students to participate in the Eucharistic celebration • Four events to acknowledge the importance of mothers and fathers. A Mass and Afternoon Tea was held for mothers and Junior School students, while a luncheon was held for mothers and Senior School students.

• A Breakfast was held for Junior School students and their fathers and a dinner was held for Senior School students and fathers.

• A Morning Tea for current parents who are also alumnae was held • A luncheon held for Year 12 mothers, to mark the end of their long involvement as KRB Year 12 parents.

• The Year 12 Graduation Mass, Awards Ceremony and luncheon was held to celebrate the Graduation of the Class of 2017 • Grandparents & Special Friends’ Mornings, for ELC, Year 5 and 7 students • A Gathering for members of the KRB community living in London, Hong Kong and Singapore, hosted by the Principal.

• A whole school celebration of the commitment and dedication of our principal Mrs Hilary Johnston-Croke on the occasion of her retirement from KRB.

EVENTS WITH A FUNDRAISING FOCUS

SENIOR STUDENT

The main fundraising event held in 2017 was the KRB Sports Lunch. All funds raised at this function were directed to the Kincoppal – Rose Bay Bursary Fund, set up to provide financial assistance for families whose daughters wish to be educated at Kincoppal – Rose Bay. The function was attended by over 500 guests and raised significant funds for the Bursary Fund.

2017 was a year of great celebration at KRB. We celebrated 135 years of Sacred Heart education at Rose Bay Convent and we also celebrated the dedication and commitment to education of our long-standing principal Mrs Hilary Johnston-Croke. For our cohort, Mrs Johnston-Croke was the only principal that many of us had known as she had been here at KRB for thirteen years. Over the time she has been with us she encouraged us to become strong women and to ‘lean in’ and take advantage of every opportunity that we have been presented with.

Parents’ & Friends’ Association The Parents’ & Friends’ Association provided many activities for families and individual year groups to come together as a community. These included: • T he P&F Welcome Cocktail Party for all families with an emphasis on welcoming new families • The Trivia Night held in August for all families and friends.

PAST STUDENTS Kincoppal – Rose Bay places emphasis on maintaining close relationships with all students who leave the School. In 2017 assistance was given to alumna groups who wished to hold a reunion at the school.

Past students were asked to consider becoming involved in the Bursary Program, set up for students whose families are in financial need. Past students were asked to become ambassadors for the Program and to be involved in committees.

The Sacré Coeur Association of NSW continued to make connections with past students with a Mass held for relatives of deceased past students and Sisters of the Society of the Sacred Heart. The Association also supported all Kincoppal – Rose Bay School events. As well the Association held a Card Day in July for all members of the KRB community.

Our cohort adopted the theme ‘KRBond’ this year. An integral part of our concept was to award the ‘Spy of the Week’ at our Senior School assemblies, acknowledging the unsung heroes of the School who do things that support others and highlighting student achievements.

The opportunity to participate in a mass of celebration at St Mary’s Cathedral and to have the opportunity to meet alumna at this event was a great opportunity for students and in particular the Student Leadership Team. Students were involved in all aspects of the liturgy and in particular the combined School Choir sang a specially composed motet for this occasion.

Sacred Heart Day in June was again a very special day for students and this year the four Houses were responsible for the conduct of the Mission Fair. Each House earned valuable points towards the Glory Shield through their innovative fundraising ideas such as adopt a pet, s ‘adopt a pet’, ‘select a duck’ and other activities. Students across the School enjoyed this day of fun as a community.

Student leaders were active in promoting ‘Fun Friday’ and in 2017 we saw their energy devoted to the rebirth of the Notre Coeur House Singing festival. It is hoped that we can build on these initiatives in coming years.

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2. CONTEXTUAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SCHOOL Kincoppal – Rose Bay School is a Catholic P –12 independent school, with a co-educational Early Learning Centre and Junior School, and girls only in day and boarding from Years 7–12. As a Sacred Heart school, it is part of a global network of more than 200 schools in 44 countries. A Sacred Heart (Sacre-Coeur) education focuses on the development of the whole person – both heart and mind – within a personalised community context. The goals of a Sacred Heart education encourage the students to think wisely and deeply, act with justice and value community highly. Kincoppal – Rose Bay takes a personalised approach to learning, tracking progress to ensure continued intellectual and social development. The school offers an academically rigorous program providing diverse opportunities through a broad co-curricular program and many global opportunities.

Our HSC results demonstrate the high level of achievement gained as a result of our systematic focus on academic rigour.

EARLY LEARNING CENTRE Our co-educational ELC is comprised of Sophie’s Cottage (3 and 4 year olds) and the Joigny Centre (4 year olds).

This is where our youngest students take their first steps on their learning journey. Our ELC program is influenced by the philosophies of Reggio Emilia, the goals of Sacred Heart Education and the philosophies of the Forest Schools.

Sophie’s Cottage is home to our 3 and 4 year old Long Day Care students who are encouraged to marvel at life, delight in the real and the imagined and engage hands – on with nature and the “wild”. The children are inspired by authentic interests and are actively encouraged to wonder, dream, invent, enquire and question. The Joigny Centre is a calm and nurturing environment during term time where learning is naturally and creatively embedded within play, discovery and investigation. Key to our program is the belief that the children have so many wonderful curiosities and theories about the world and we want to explore them all. The Centre is inspired by the minds and playfulness of every child. Their innocence, energy and independent views of life provide amazing opportunities for learning, exploring and making meaning of the world around us.

JUNIOR SCHOOL (K – 6) Our co-educational Junior School provides students with a warm and nurturing environment where they can confidently explore their interests and talents. It is an environment that encourages all students to take risks, move beyond their comfort zone, build self-confidence and enable students to celebrate strong academic achievement with support and encouragement. Key aspects of the Junior School include: Specialist teachers in Languages, Music, Technology and PD/H/PE; Extensive and vibrant co-curricular program; Gifted and Talented and Learning Support Programs; Social justice and community emphasis.

SENIOR SCHOOL (YEARS 7–12) With the excellent foundation given to our students in the Junior School, our senior students flourish both personally and academically in their senior years. Key aspects of our Senior School are: high academic standards; outstanding academic care; personalised notebook program; global student exchange opportunities; exceptional co-curricular opportunities; after school Homework Centre. The majority of our students go onto a wide range of options at tertiary level with almost 100% receiving their first choice option for their tertiary studies.

BOARDING The boarding school operates at or near capacity year round, with 150 boarders in a Year 7 – 11 house and a separate Year 12 house. Seventy percent come from rural and regional NSW. Twenty per cent of the boarders have an international background with many from Asian counties, in addition to various other countries worldwide. Reflecting our foundations in France, European students come for shorter periods of a semester to one year, to experience Australia.

With the strong demand for boarding places, students from the Sydney area have reduced in numbers. The Year 12 Sheldon House with a 40 bed capacity has a residential model with the Head of the House and an Assistant Head of House living in quarters within the boarding house. This is a highly progressive model for a girls’ boarding school.

See ACARA My Schools website: www.myschool.edu.au Student Breakdown

ELC- YEAR 6 YEAR 7-12

BOYS

GIRLS

52

298 531

BOARDERS

150

FULL FEE PAYING OVERSEAS

29

INDIGENOUS

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3. STUDENT OUTCOMES IN STANDARDISED NATIONAL LITERACY AND NUMERACY TESTING 2017 NAPLAN RESULTS

Year 5:

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) assesses all students in Australian schools in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9.

• 77% of students in top two bands for Reading • 63% of students in the top two bands for Spelling • 73% of students in the top two bands for Grammar and Punctuation • 75% of students in the top two bands for Numeracy • 86% of students achieved greater than or equal to expected growth in Numeracy

When comparing the performance of KRB students to both the state and other similar schools: • KRB performed above the State in all years and across all aspects (Reading, Writing, Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation, Numeracy, Measurement Space and Geometry and Number Patterns and Algebra) • KRB performed above the Region (NSW AIS) in all years across all aspects • The percentage of students performing in the top two bands at KRB was significantly above the state and above NSW AIS in all years and all aspects • The percentage of students performing at or below the benchmark at KRB was below the state and NSW AIS ranging between 0 – 15% • Student growth in all aspects across all years is as expected for KRB. There were no significant anomalies.

2017 HIGHLIGHTS: Year 3: • • • •

89% of students in top two bands for Reading 95% of students in the top two bands for Writing 79% of students in the top two bands for Spelling 97% of students in the top two bands for Grammar and Punctuation • 82% of students in the top two bands for Numeracy

Year 7: • 62% of students in the top two bands for Reading • 70% of students in the top two bands for Spelling • 63% of students in the top two bands for Grammar and Punctuation • 60% of students in the top two bands for Numeracy • 70% of students greater than or equal to expected growth in Writing • 81% of students greater than or equal to expected growth in Numeracy Year 9: • 49% of students in the top two bands for Writing • 49% of students in the top two bands for Grammar and Punctuation • 59% of students in the top two bands for Numeracy • 75% of students greater than or equal to expected growth in Reading • 76% of students greater than or equal to expected growth in Writing • 83% of students greater than or equal to expected growth in Numeracy

Trend Data over the five years 2013-2017 shows that KRB students in Year 3, 5, 7 and 9 continue to perform well above the State and NSW AIS Region in all aspects.

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Year 3

Year 7

• KRB Year 3 students’ performance in Reading, Writing, Grammar and Punctuation and Numeracy was outstanding and the best in the last five years • The performance in Spelling was equal best with the 2015 cohort.

• Grammar and Punctuation has been showing a steady increase over the last four years.

• Numeracy has continued to show significant improvement over the last five years.

• KRB Year 7 students’ performance in Numeracy was the best in the last five years and Numeracy has been showing a significant improvement over the last three years • Spelling has shown an increase over the last three years.

• Reading has shown an improvement compared to the 2016 cohort • Writing and Grammar and Punctuation was consistent with the previous four years performance

Year 5

Year 9

• Writing, Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation and Numeracy has improved from the previous 2016 performance • KRB Year 5 students’ performance in Reading was consistent with previous years

• KRB Year 9 students’ performance in Writing was the best in the last five years and has been showing a significant improvement over the last three years • Grammar and punctuation showed improved performance from previous 2016 cohort • Reading showed a slight improvement compared to previous 2016 performance Visit the NAPLAN website http://www.myschool.edu.au

Performance in Bands School Compared to NSW AIS (2013-2017) % at proficiency (at top two bands)

Year AIS

KRB

AIS

KRB

AIS

KRB

AIS

KRB

Reading

2017

63

89

54

77

44

62

37

43

2016

65

88

52

77

43

55

37

47

2015

62

89

50

78

45

58

37

52

2014

61

81

48

68

45

59

40

45

2013

58

82

51

73

44

56

37

50

2017

67

95

26

45

31

45

28

49

2016

66

82

27

33

25

48

19

32

2015

67

92

30

59

28

55

23

41

2014

62

88

25

50

28

40

25

37

Writing

Spelling

Grammar & Punctuation

Numeracy

3

5

7

9

2013

66

88

32

52

31

67

29

52

2017

63

79

48

63

52

70

40

46

2016

66

78

43

55

43

56

34

45

2015

57

84

49

61

50

69

35

45

2014

61

64

51

61

48

58

34

43

2013

60

70

48

68

47

64

32

48

2017

73

97

49

73

42

63

34

49

2016

66

84

54

73

43

63

32

42

2015

66

87

53

80

47

66

27

48

2014

67

81

58

73

47

61

36

52

2013

67

88

55

82

47

63

34

56

2017

56

82

46

75

51

60

44

59

2016

51

68

43

49

45

57

41

43

2015

50

78

42

57

42

48

42

63

2014

55

74

40

57

47

57

43

43

2013

51

75

41

62

44

5

45

60

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% at proficiency (at top two bands) Reading

Writing

Spelling

Grammar & Punctuation

Numeracy

10

Year

3

5

7

9

AIS

KRB

AIS

KRB

AIS

KRB

AIS

KRB

2017

6

0

9

0

7

3

8

1

2016

5

0

10

0

9

4

11

17

2015

5

3

10

2

8

3

13

8

2014

7

0

10

0

8

9

11

9

2013

7

2

5

0

9

2

10

6

2017

3

0

8

0

17

2

15

3

2016

2

0

9

4

16

1

25

17

2015

3

0

7

0

18

5

24

8

2014

5

0

9

0

19

10

23

10

2013

4

0

8

2

16

6

20

8

2017

6

0

7

0

8

0

12

7

2016

5

2

7

4

9

3

12

10

2015

7

0

8

0

8

3

11

6

2014

8

5

7

2

9

7

11

12

2013

5

0

6

2

7

5

9

2

2017

7

0

12

2

9

1

12

4

2016

3

0

7

2

13

3

15

13

2015

6

3

9

0

8

2

18

8

2014

5

2

8

0

11

10

15

9

2013

6

2

6

2

12

5

13

6

2017

6

0

6

2

5

1

7

1

2016

7

4

8

0

6

0

8

7

2015

10

5

10

0

8

8

7

4

2014

8

0

10

0

8

8

8

6

2013

5

0

10

3

8

6

12

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4. SENIOR SECONDARY OUTCOMES (STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT) 2017 SCHOOL CERTIFICATE OR ROSA GRADES STAGE 5 The Record of School Achievement or RoSA is a cumulative credential from BOSTES for students in Years 10 and 11. The RoSA lists all mandatory and additional Stage 5 courses and, where applicable, Stage 6 courses completed by the student, along with the grade awarded. The RoSA credential also lists any courses commenced but not completed. The Board issues the formal RoSA credential to students who satisfy the eligibility requirements when they leave school.

Highlights of our Year 10 and 11 students performance in their courses for RoSa include: • Six (6%) KRB Year 10 students attained a Grade A in all Stage 5 courses (10 courses).

• Nine (9%) KRB Year 11 students attained a Grade A in 10 or 11 units of Preliminary courses.

• Five (6%) KRB Year 11 attained a Grade A in 12 or more units of Preliminary courses.

The following graphs show KRB students’ performance compared to the State performance by percentage of (A-E) grades in the Stage 5 courses English, Mathematics and Science over the last 5 years:

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Mass for 135 Anniversary at St Mary’s Cathedral

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2016 HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE RESULTS Class of 2017: • There were 103 students in the Class of 2017 including 36 (35%) Boarders, 2 Indigenous graduates and 11 ESL learners • 1 student studied the HSC via Pathways • 49% of students studied one or more Extension course • Ten Year 11 students accelerated in Mathematics Extension 1 and or Mathematics 2U and one Year 11 student accelerated in French Continuers.

Highlights of this year’s achievements include: • KRB is one of the top ranked Catholic Schools in NSW based on The Sydney Morning Herald Band 6 ranking.

This is an incredible achievement for a school that is not academically selective.

• KRB achieved 205 (33%) Distinguished Achievers mentions and was ranked 28th in the State based on our number of Distinguished Achievers mentions • 13 students were State All Round Achievers based on achieving Band 6s in 10 Units or more. This is 13% of the 2017 Class • KRB ranked 8th in the State for English Advanced and Extension and 6th in the State for English Standard and ESL. • In Mathematics, Extension 1 and Extension 2, KRB ranked 28th in the State. For Mathematics General 2 KRB ranked 43rd in the State.

• KRB received places in the top 10 of the state in seven different subjects

• One student was nominated for OnStage • Four students were nominated and one selected for Art Express • Four students were nominated for SHAPE ATAR The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), formerly the University Admission Index (UAI) is not given to schools, but directly to the students. The school relies on students reporting their final ATAR to the school for its records.

• Approximately 47% of our students gained an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) over 90 • Approximately 29% of our students gained an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) over 95 • 6% gained an ATAR over 99 • The Distinction in Studies Award Winner/Dux of the Class of 2017 was Isabella Monardo with an ATAR of 99.80 The following graph shows the percentage of KincoppalRose Bay students candidature in each UniScore bracket over the last five years. UniScores are estimates of the ATAR as schools are not given formal information about each student’s performance on the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

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Individual Course Performance: There were a number of highly successful course performances in 2017. In particular the English results were outstanding in all courses. For all HSC courses, a significant proportion of KRB students achieved in the top two bands (Band 6 or 5). These results indicate the breadth of student achievement at KRB across a broad range of courses ad student interests.

We were particularly pleased with the performance of KRB students in the following courses, with high percentages of students achieving in the top two bands.

Creative and Performing Arts: The Drama, Design and Technology, Music and Visual Arts students performed extremely well and there were nominations for the prestigious OnStage, SHAPE and Art Express.

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100%

Chinese and Literature (external) Dance (external) Design and Technology Economics English Extension 1 English Extension 2 History Extension Mathematics Extension 2

97%

Mathematics 2U English Advanced

94%

Mathematics Extension 1 Visual Arts

92% 89% 86% 83% 82%

Legal Studies

Italian Beginners Music 1 French Extension English as a Second Language

SENIOR SECONDARY OUTCOMES The table below shows student performance as percentages in Bands 5 and 6 (E3 and E4 Extension) by subject versus the state-wide performance for 2014-2017.

Ancient History

67

36

75

31

67

33

83

33

Biology

75

39

100

35

27

28

22

28

Business Studies

66

36

50

34

66

36

77

37

Chemistry

74

43

62

41

50

41

33

36

Chinese Background

NA

NA

100

66

NA

NA

NA

NA

Chinese Continuers

67

80

NA

NA

50

69

NA

NA

Chinese and Literature

100

67

NA

NA

NA

NA

NA

NA

Design and Technology

100

43

100

41

100

36

70

37

Drama

62

42

77

43

82

42

100

42

Economics

100

49

85

45

70

46

69

45

English Advanced

94

64

88

62

86

58

82

59

English as a Second Lang

82

25

75

27

67

26

57

28

English Extension 1

100

93

100

95

96

94

100

93

English Extension 2

100

77

100

79

100

82

100

77

English Standard

43

16

0

14

29

8

0

8

French Continuers

44

66

100

65

86

66

80

66

French Extension

83

93

100

89

50

91

100

95

Mathematics General

66

25

68

26

45

26

75

25

Geography

58

42

92

41

62

41

67

44

History Extension

100

80

100

81

100

78

100

78

Italian Beginners

89

35

50

35

38

40

67

34

Japanese Beginners

75

40

90

43

50

38

43

41

Legal Studies

92

44

85

42

77

40

100

40

Mathematics

97

53

83

53

61

52

49

54

Mathematics Extension 1

94

82

89

79

83

84

80

84

Mathematics Extension 2

100

84

100

85

50

86

66

86

Modern History

73

39

78

41

62

44

72

42

Music 1

86

65

100

100

62

100

60

Music 2

NA

NA

NA

NA

NA

NA

100

87

PDHPE

32

31

67

34

33

30

44

30

Physics

60

34

50

30

57

29

63

31

Studies of Religion I

57

50

70

50

64

51

72

49

Studies of Religion II

75

46

73

48

52

40

78

44

Visual Arts

94

55

86

54

89

53

93

49

All 103 students (100%) from the Class of 2017 were eligible for the HSC credentials.

Those not eligible for an HSC were Year 11 Maths accelerated students (10 students) or Year 11 French Continuers (1 student) accelerated students.

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5. TEACHER PROFESSIONAL LEARNING, ACCREDITATION AND QUALIFICATIONS PROFESSIONAL LEARNING A key feature of professional learning at KRB is the provision of whole school professional learning opportunities. Two whole school professional learning experiences occurred in April 2017. The first focused on successful integration of innovative technology into the classroom environment.

Successful technology integrators were used by the School to work with staff in this area. The project was ongoing and was carried through at staff meeting level.

KRB was the recipient of an innovation grant from the Association of Independent Schools NSW in 2017. The innovation project involves the exploration of alternative ways to measure student growth beyond the boundaries of standardised testing. Staff were introduced to the concepts underpinning this project through a Professional Learning day with Professor Geoff Masters in April 2017. The ongoing project has involved a team of twelve staff across the Junior and Senior Schools.

Dr Michael Carr-Gregg spent time with the staff in September addressing the emotional and social needs of working with adolescents. The School also asked Dr CarrGregg to present to parents. Stage and pastoral year group workshops were part of this well-being focused day.

All teaching staff participated in the Educator Impact, a self, peer and student review system that provides teachers with valuable feedback for reflection regarding pedagogy. The project enables staff to evaluate their pedagogical strengths and identify areas for development and actively work towards improvement.

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Teachers in the Senior School were again selected as markers for the Higher School Certificate and were able to use their experiences to share insights with colleagues regarding the marking process and the criteria for band allocation.

Marking occurred in a variety of subjects across many Key Learning Areas including Music, Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Modern History and Studies of Religion.

A Junior School project team was formed to investigate High Potential Learners as part of the Association of Independent Schools Elevate program.

Staff at the Early Centre were able to attend the three-day National Reggio Emilia Conference held in Sydney in the July holiday break.

Staff continued to model best practice with their peers. Staff, faculty and stage meetings have seen teachers demonstrate innovative pedagogical practices, initiatives and strategies in areas including technology and student welfare.

Level of accreditation

Number of Teachers

Pre-2004 teachers (accreditation not required in 2017)

48

Conditional

3

Provisional

8

Proficient Teacher

31

Highly Accomplished Teacher (voluntary accreditation)

0

Lead Teacher (voluntary accreditation)

0

6. WORKFORCE COMPOSITION Workforce Composition 2017 (Head Count)

Female

Male

Teaching

73

17

Non-Teaching

30

25

There are no identified indigenous on staff.

7. STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND RETENTION RATES AND POST-SCHOOL DESTINATIONS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS Year

Attendance %

Kindy

96

1

96

2

98

3

96

4

96

5

97

6

96

7

97

8

96

9

97

10

94

11

96

12

98

KRB continues to demonstrate strong attendance across all year groups.

ATTENDANCE POLICY • If a Senior School student is sick and unable to attend school a parent must inform the Student Services Officer by phone (02 9388 6023) or email: studentservices@krb.nsw.edu.au before 8.30am. An email confirming the absence is sent to Student Reception as soon as possible. This explanation is recorded on the student’s file.

• If a Junior School student is sick and unable to attend school a parent must inform Junior School Reception by phone (02 9388 6080) or email: juniorschool@krb.nsw.edu.au before 8.30am. A note • Confirming the absence must to be given to the Class Teacher when the student returns to school.

• Students must attend school punctually. If a student is late for school they must sign in at either Senior School Student Reception or Junior School Reception. If the parent is aware that the student is going to be late, the parent should inform the Senior School Student Services • Officer or Junior School Reception.

• No student may leave school grounds during school hours except with written permission from a parent and approval from the Year Co-ordinator or Director of Students in the Senior School or Head of Junior School.

Students must sign out at either Senior School Student Reception or Junior School Reception before departure.

• If parents are away from home for more than a few days, the Director of Students or Head of Junior School should be notified by letter and the name, address and phone numbers of someone to act for parents must be provided. This process is always followed.

• There was a 83% retention of students from Year 10 into Year 11 from 2015 into 2016.

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2017 KINCOPPAL-ROSE BAY GRADUATE DESTINATIONS SURVEY Overview

Retention Rates

• 98% of students put in preferences for university • Approx. 50% used early entry and re-ordering of preferences through the offer rounds to get multiple offers (some up to 4 offers).

• 3 students They each accepted offers at University of Sydney, University of NSW and ANU respectively.

• 11 students have been given offers for university, but have deferred for one to two semesters.

• 4 enrolled in diploma or pathway type courses at UNE, Western Sydney, Macquarie Uni and UTS • 3 enrolled in Private Colleges including SAE, Australian institute of Music and National Art School • 6 students have enrolled in overseas universities • The new Sydney Uni Dalyell Scholarship was offered to 4 students

Whole School Retention Rate 89%

Australian Universities (approximate %) • 28% University of Sydney • 18% UTS • 10% UNSW • 7% ANU • 4% Macquarie • 3% Melbourne University • 3% ACU • 3% Notre Dame The rest, UNE, Wollongong, Canberra and Adelaide Course Preferences (approximate %) • Visual Arts, Design & Theatre (including architecture) – 17% • Arts – 15% • Commerce / Business / Economics– 13% • Science (including mathematics) – 11% • Communications & Media – 9% • Law – 8% • Engineering & IT – 6% • Nursing – 6% • Medicine (incl physio, optometry, vet, pharmacy, psychology) – 6% • Education – 5% • Music -3% • Agriculture – 1%

Individual Year Group Retention % Year

Attendance %

Kindy

86

1

84

2

82

3

88

4

91

5

92

6

76

7

99

8

89

9

91

10

97

11

94

12

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0others incl Adelaide, UNE, Wollongong & Canberra

18% Notre Dame 3%

Usyd 28%

ACU

3%

Melbourne Uni 3%

Macquarie 4%

ANU 6% /Overseas 7%

UTS 18% UNSW 10%

2017 GRADUATE DESTINATIONS - COURSES

Agriculture <Medicine (incl

Music physio, optometry, Education vet, pharmacy, psychology)

Nursing

Engineering & IT

(incl. languages)

Law

Communications & Media Science (including mathematics)

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1Visual Arts, Theatre, Design (incl. architecture)

Commerce / Business / Economics

8. ENROLMENT POLICIES ENROLMENT POLICY 1. Applications for enrolment may be made at any time by the parent/carer(s) of students to commence at Kincoppal- Rose Bay School, entry ELC to Year 12. Applications should be fully completed on the Application Form and accompanied by relevant documentation as outlined on the checklist.

2. Students enrolling at the School for the first time in ELC should be three years old by 31 March of the year of commencement or five years old in Kindergarten by 31 March of year of commencement, except with discussion with Head of Junior School at interview. Age for entry to Year 7 should be discussed with Admissions staff, prior to submission of Application, on an individual basis.

3. Offers of place are only made in writing by the Principal or Deputy Principal following family interview. The School will base any decision about offering a place to a student on a range of factors including:: Congruence of values with the School based on the goals of Sacred Heart education. Based on these goals parent/carer(s) express a Statement of Interest on the Application Form and discuss at interview.

Family relationship with the School: • They hold attitudes, values and priorities that are compatible with the School’s mission and ethos • Sibling of a current or ex-student; • Either of the parents attended the School

The Student: • The contribution that the student may make to the School, including the co-curricular activities • The student’s reports from previous schools or prior to school service e.g. the NSW Department of Education’s Transition to School Statement The School: • Ability to meet the special needs or abilities of the student Other considerations • Order of receipt - when the application to enrol is received by the School 4. The School will interview parent/carer(s) and the student before offering a place. Parent/carer(s) and age appropriate students are required to attend a KRB Information Morning at the School prior to interview.

5. The School has an absolute discretion in determining the weight of each of the factors it takes into account in determining whether to offer a place for the student.

6. Continued enrolment at the School is dependent upon the student making satisfactory academic progress, attending consistently, and the student and the parent/ carer(s) observing all behavioural codes of conduct and other requirements of the School which are applicable from time to time.

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9. OTHER SCHOOL POLICIES Student Welfare Positive Peer Relations (Anti-Bullying) Policy is to ensure that all members of the School community enjoy a safe and supportive School environment. This policy aims to: identify bullying behaviour; acknowledged that all students, their families and Kincoppal – Rose Bay School Staff have rights and responsibilities; processes for preventing and responding to bullying; encourage a community approach towards dealing with bullying behaviour.

The policy aims to protect the following student rights: • • • •

To feel safe To learn To be respected To be valued

Student Discipline – Behaviour Management Policy Kincoppal-Rose Bay School is committed to creating a caring school climate based on Christian ideals and values.

The School encourages the growth and development of the whole person – spiritually, intellectually, psychologically and socially – an aims to instil a deep sense of empathy and sensitivity towards the needs and feelings of others.

All members of the School community have the right to be treated with respect and dignity and learn and work in a safe and supportive environment. These principles stem from the five goals of Sacred Heart education: 1. A personal and active faith in God 2. A deep respect for intellectual values 3. The building of community as a Christian value 4. A social awareness which impels to action 5. Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom KRB does not permit corporal punishment nor sanction corporal punishment of students by non-school persons.

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Reporting Complaints and Resolving Grievances Students, parents, members of the community and Staff employed by the School may lodge a complaint with the Principal. This may be about the provision of education / conduct of a school employee.

Complaints will be handled promptly, confidentially and according to procedural fairness. Appropriate confidentiality will be maintained between parties involved and support persons (unions or professional associations).

The following principles apply: • Student well-being is the first priority • The process is accessible to all parties and there is a commitment to cooperation by School Staff • Procedural fairness is offered to all parties • The subject of the complaint is informed of its substance • Confidentiality is always maintained as appropriate • Complaints are monitored and their management evaluated to pre-empt systemic /recurring issues • All persons in the school community are entitled to respect and courtesy • Complainants are entitled to be dealt with fairly and promptly • Procedures for lodging a complaint are communicated to the school community • The Principal will appoint an independent investigator as required when dealing with a complaint The full text of these policies is available by contacting the school, in the student diary and on the KRB website

10. SCHOOL DETERMINED PRIORITY AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT FOCUS AREA

ACTION PLAN

Mission Collaborate with the world-wide planning Providing a Catholic and celebration of Duchesne in 2017-2018 education in the Sacred Heart tradition Celebrate 135 years of SH education and the Principalship of Hilary Johnston-Croke Maintain the heritage and Sacred Heart story

Personalised Learning Implement Phase 1 of the AIS Research Engaging every student Grant on assessment reforms to be the best they can be Continue targeted numeracy and literacy programs

Inspiring Sacred Heart Students Developing wellrounded Sacred Heart students who will make a difference to their world

Quality Sacred Heart Educators Attracting and developing Sacred Heart educators

Community Engagement Caring for our community

EVIDENCE Collaborating with global initiatives encouraging connections and productive relationships with local and international Sacred Heart networks Planning joyful events to mark these occasions Collaborating with School Archivist, other Director of Missions and global network of Sacred Heart Schools to preserve and celebrate our past and living history Successful implementation and development of Phase 1 of the AIS Research Grant in accordance with the proposed process timeline Focused numeracy and literacy programs for Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in NAPLAN

Collaborate within the ELEVATE Community of Practice for high potential learners

Insights from the ELEVATE Community of Practice integrated in ELC-12

Greater use and visualisation of student data by teachers in tracking and predicting Stage 6 student progress

Implement early intervention strategies for Stage 6 students in preparation for the HSC

Promote a Growth Mindset culture among staff and students

Regular, individual goal setting opportunities academic and personal

Continue to acknowledge and celebrate students who are confident, compassionate, resilient and persistent

All-Rounder students New ways of acknowledging students who are confident, compassionate, resilient and persistent

Facilitate interactions with international/ global connections

Increased global engagement with Sacred Heart students Cultivate relationships with alumnae locally and overseas Utilise technology to maintain ongoing global engagement

Facilitate a culture of Positive Education

Conduct a survey of students on their academic wellbeing

Focus on student wellbeing activities

Enhanced Wellbeing initiatives that occur regularly

Ensure ongoing formation to Mission of staff through staff professional learning Continue to articulate and affirm the significance of our Mission and strategic vision

Staff spirituality day to have a RSCJ dimension Staff meetings to include formation of Mission Participation in ANZ Province activities Participation in the Sacred Heart Schools Conference

Ongoing participation in Educator Impact review, featuring self-review and peer and student feedback, by teaching staff

Improved staff engagement

Acknowledge, appreciate and celebrate the achievements of the Principa

Joyful and meaningful celebrations

Improve digital communications with parents

Improved community satisfaction

Use the 135 Years celebrations to engage alumnae and past parents

Successful 135 years Celebrations

World Class Campus Build new Boarding staff accommodation Maintaining and developing facilities that Commence the Year 12 Learning Hub support a world class Sacred Heart education Lodge DA for Stage 3 Junior School Masterplan

New Boarding accommodation operational by January 2018 DA lodged with Woollahra Council and building started DA lodged with Woollahra Council 2017

Renovate Tuckshop/Canteen to become CafĂŠ DA lodged with Woollahra Council and completed 135 Landscape Chapel Square

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11. INITIATIVES PROMOTING RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY JUNIOR SCHOOL CAMPS Each year all students from Year Two to Year Six participate in an Outdoor Education Program. The program highlights the value of teamwork placing an emphasis on each member of a team as crucial to a team’s success. It allows for each student to see that they have something to contribute to the group and a responsibility to encourage other members of the group to also contribute positively. The students work collaboratively towards a common goal. It helps to build the skills necessary for effective teamwork e.g. trust, initiative, active listening, inclusive decision making.

The program achieves the following outcomes: • • • • • • • • •

Increased self confidence Increased awareness and respect for their environment Increased participation in teamwork tasks Increased sense of self-worth and usefulness Development of outdoor education skills Improved relationships with peers and staff Increased empathy towards others Risk taking Self-reflection.

LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Year 6 The Leadership Program in Year Six encourages all students to take a leadership role, and the activities ensure maximum involvement. Year 6 students in Committee roles work with a teacher mentor to develop initiatives that promote harmony, cooperation and inclusiveness amongst the student body. They work closely emulating the “ServiceModel” of leadership in looking for ways to ‘Give Back’.

The Library Committee is an excellent example of promoting responsibility and respect as these Year 6 leaders worked with teachers and staff in organising a book swap stall where the funds raised supported projects in developing countries.

Cor Unum Leaders in Year 6 initiated and organised various Social Justice Activities throughout the school year including the raising of funds to support the Nepal and Vanuatu appeals.

Year 6 students participated in a 3 day Ignatian/Sacré Coeur Youth Leadership Conference in Sydney. The Conference focused on leadership and the call for these students to be leaders in their communities through service and action.

The Conference explored every day leaders who are making a significant difference to people in need. Guest speakers inspired the students with their sessions on how they make life better for others.

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Year 5 The Year Five students participated in two days of Leadership training in preparation for the following year. The days were devoted to addressing Leadership skills and qualities and examining oneself in the light of these qualities. The students examined: how they can further develop these qualities, ways to co-operate with others in a group and listen effectively, ideas for working together towards solving a problem, speaking in a friendly way to others and finally the consequences of our actions on others.

PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM In Term Two, the Year Five students undertook two days of intense training to become Peer Support Leaders. This was facilitated by the classroom teachers. They then led the weekly Peer Support program in the Junior School throughout Term Three. This involved two Year Five students leading a group of children of mixed ages from Kindergarten to Year 4 and guiding them through activities that helped the children to understand better and to further build respect and responsible behaviour in the school.

POSITIVE EDUCATION Positive Education is a concept that underpins the educational experience of all students and Staff at Kincoppal – Rose Bay. Positive education is defined as ‘education for both traditional skills and for happiness’ (Seligman et al.

2009). The purpose of such an educational approach is to ensure that both the emotional and academic needs of students are met; resulting in students achieving a greater sense of personal wellbeing and happiness.

At KRB we attempt to achieve student wellbeing by: • • • • • • • •

Actively teaching aspects of positive psychology through Our Academic Care Program, including: resilience, Gratitude, positive relationships, positive emotion, and The identification of personal strengths Teaching students the concept of the ‘growth mindset’ (Dweck, 2007), where students are encouraged to view Their skills and knowledge as changeable through effort Working with students to set personal and academic goals, and supporting students in achieving and reviewing these goals

INITIATIVES PROMOTING RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY • using constructive and positive feedback as a way of supporting student improvement • Supporting students in all aspects of their lives.

At KRB we want students to achieve a /an: • Sense of happiness, both at school and in their everyday lives • Sense of their core strengths and their ability to develop new strengths • Understanding that skills are nurtured and developed, and do not exist as a set of unchangeable attributes • Sense of connectedness to the school and the broader school community • Belief that they are capable of achieving whatever they set their minds to achieving • Greater understanding of self, resulting in higher self esteem and resilience.

ACADEMIC CARE The P – 12 Academic Care Program at Kincoppal – Rose Bay facilitates both the personal and academic care of students.

This program utilises a positive psychological approach in order to achieve student wellbeing. In particular the Academic Care Program has a focus on the concepts of gratitude, the identification of personal strengths, and the development of positive relationships, positive emotion, leadership skills, and resilience.

In the Junior School, students work through a specially designed Academic Care Program on a weekly basis with their classroom teacher. This program incorporates issues such as understanding self, recognising good and bad behaviour, being friendly, making friends, and working with others. In addition, issues such as bullying and cyber safety are also explored.

In the Senior School, students meet daily with their Pastoral Mentor for mentoring and monitoring, and fortnightly in order to undertake an extensive Pastoral Care Program.

In order to cater for the varying developmental phases of students across their secondary schooling, the Pastoral Care Program is based on the following conceptual framework: • Year 7 & 8: Understanding of Self • Year 9 & 10: Understanding of Self in Relation to others • Year 11 & 12: Understanding of Self in Relation to the world • It is based on the 2017 focus goal of The Building of Community as a Christian Value • The Pastoral Care Program is firmly based on the Sacred Heart Goals and is delivered through a variety of structured activities including guest speakers and presentations. Camps and other external activities complement the in-school program. The range of experiences offered by the School ensures that students are extended spiritually, emotionally, intellectually and physically.

PASTORAL CARE IN BOARDING • All new students are allocated a buddy when they enter KRB, the Year 7 and 9 students are allocated a Year 12 buddy who supports them while in the boarding and day school • The Boarding SRC play and integral role in the enhancing the well-being of all girls in the boarding school. The senior leadership consists of the Head Boarder, the Head of the Boarding SRC and the three house captains, two year groups representatives are chosen to complete the leadership team.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP Developing leadership skills is an important part of a Sacred Heart education. In order for students to contribute meaningfully to society they must first be able to speak and act with confidence and conviction. Kincoppal – Rose Bay is committed to developing students who can reflect this idea.

The development of leadership skills is not just confined to formal leadership positions; instead all students are encouraged to be leaders. Opportunities for leadership may take place in the classroom, on the sporting field or as a mentor to other students.

Formal student leadership positions acknowledge the importance of service to the School and the community.

This includes the need to act as agents of change by raising awareness of global issues such as the environment and social justice. Students at Kincoppal – Rose Bay are encouraged to become future leaders in society who can address these concerns.

KRB Leadership Framework • Model the Way – Show others what is expected of them • Inspire a Shared Vision – Set a direction in which others want to follow • Create Challenges – For yourself and others • Enable Others to Act – Create a team and work together • Lead by the Heart – Be passionate about what you are doing!

CO-CURRICULAR & ACCOMPLISHMENTS In catering for the individual needs of students, Kincoppal – Rose Bay offers an extensive Co-curricular and Accomplishment program. The school has a long tradition of excellence and enthusiastic participation in all areas of the arts such as Instrumental and Choral Music, Drama and Debating and Public Speaking. In addition, students enjoy opportunities to participate in a wide range of sports that improve physical fitness, benefit self-esteem, promote cooperation and team work, promote school spirit and develop friendships.

Kincoppal – Rose Bay recognises the strong relationship between co-curricular activity and academic achievement. As a result all Senior School students are required to participate in at least one co-curricular activity per year. In the Junior School some activities, such as Debating and Public Speaking, are built into the curriculum, allowing all children to develop these skills, whilst other activities are optional and operate outside the normal school hours.

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SOCIAL JUSTICE PROGRAM Students from Years P – 12 are required to participate in activities in the wider community. The aims of the program are: • To complement other areas of the curriculum and school life, which educate for social justice • To help students develop a critical awareness and social responsibility through practical experiences in the wider community.

Year 11 students are required to complete a Social Justice Project by researching a social justice issue and carrying out at least 20 hours of community work in an area related to their research. Satisfactory completion of this project is a prerequisite for a leadership position in Year 12 and entry into the HSC year.

AWARDS Sacred Heart Award: Years 3 – 12 The Sacred Heart Award acknowledges the student from each form in Years 3 to 12 who has best lived out the goals of a Sacred Heart education. A Sacred Heart education involves both the heart and mind in the spirit of Cor Unum.

It aims to develop students who think wisely and deeply, act with justice, spend time in reflection and make a valuable contribution to their community. The student receiving this award has demonstrated integrity and personal responsibility, and leadership initiatives to fulfil the goals of the Sacred Heart. This Award is the school’s highest honour, and is presented by a Sister of the Sacred Heart.

Year Scholar Award: Years 3 – 12 Year Scholars are awarded at each year level from Year 3 to 12. A Year Scholar will be determined from the 1st, 2nd and 3rd ranked placing as well as meeting the following criteria: • Demonstrates high academic performance across a broad range of subjects • Contributes to learning in a positive manner • Demonstrates a consistent and ongoing commitment to learning Junior School The Junior School awards Principal’s Awards, Head of Junior Merit Certificates, Junior Leadership Awards and Cor Unum Certificates and Pennants to acknowledge achievement and effort.

Senior School Principal’s Honour Award Principal’s Honour Awards are presented to students who place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in their course / subject for Semester 1 and 2.

Principal’s Merit Certificate Principal’s Merit Certificates are awarded to students in Years 7–12 for outstanding effort and achievement. Teachers are asked to nominate approximately three students in their 24

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class who fulfil the set criteria. Boarding awards include the Citizenship award and Boarding Community awards in Years 7, 8, 9.

School Pockets School Pockets are awarded to individual students for excellence in commitment, service, and sportsmanship. To be awarded a School Pocket a student must be nominated by the Teacher in Charge of an activity and approved by the Director of Students in the Senior School.

Leadership Awards At the Year 12 Graduation Ceremony, senior students may receive a Blue Ribbon for outstanding contribution to the life of the school. Leadership Awards for satisfactory contribution to the life of the school are given to Year 12 students at the end of their period of service. Both awards are based on evaluation by staff and self-assessment by the school leaders.

Criteria for the Award of a Leadership Certificate: • Support of the School’s Sacred Heart Goals shown in both personal manner and actions • Leadership in some aspects of school life • Consistent approach to learning • Criteria for the Award of a Blue Ribbon • Strong support for the School’s Sacred Heart Goals shown in both personal manner and actions • Initiative and commitment in performance of specific leadership responsibility • Service to the School – going above and beyond their required expectations to serve students and community • Active and independent approach in learning Peg Magoffin Memorial Trophy • This Trophy is awarded to a girl in Year 12 who demonstrates: • A significant level of caring, dedication and selfless commitment to others • Outstanding ability to build community in an unassuming way KRB Scholar Award Is awarded to a Year 12 student upon graduation if they have received KRB Scholar awards in Years 7-12 Distinction in Studies (DUX) Distinction in Studies is awarded to the student who achieves the highest ATAR in the Higher School Certificate.

Boarding Awards • The Sister Philomene Tiernan Award (Year 10, 11 and 12) to be presented to a Boarding student for her outstanding contribution to the Boarding community through living the goals of a Sacred Heart Education.

• Community Award for Boarding (Year 7, 8 and 9) to be awarded to a Boarder who has demonstrated a commitment to the Boarding community through service to others.

TRACKING AND MONITORING STUDENT PROGRESS A student tracking system ensures that co-curricular participation is monitored by the student’s classroom teacher, Pastoral Mentor, Year Co-ordinator and Director of Students.

The linking of this tracking system to academic performance ensures that the whole child is both developed and supported by the school as fundamental to the Academic Care program. Through the Co-curricular and Accomplishment programs students will develop a range of skills aimed at the growth of confident, independent learners.

New Students Transition and Orientation Programs: The Transition and Orientation Programs at KRB aim to ensure the smooth transition of students in the Senior School.

The Transition Program is for new students entering Year 7 and focuses on such things as planning and organisational skills, and making and accepting new friends. The Orientation Program is for all new students 7–12. This program focuses on removing the anxiety of starting at a new school by introducing students to their Year Coordinator and other important people involved in their life at school.

Students go on a tour of the School grounds and buildings, and are introduced to the Sacred Heart philosophy of the School. On Orientation Day students are also introduced to a Student Mentor who will meet them on their first day of school and assist in the transition phase of starting life at a new school. Boarding students are also invited to stay for the night after Orientation Day for a boarding experience.

KRB also offers a Big Sister/Little Sister program. As part of this program all students in Year 7 are assigned a ‘Big Sister’ in Year 8. These students maintain this relationship with their Big Sister/Little Sister for the remainder of their time at KRB. Boarders are supported through a range of programs including: • Pastoral care program • Student Leadership development programs • SRC leadership • Years 7 and 12 Buddy program • City/Country families’ project The transition to Senior School Program is designed to assist our Year 6 students with a sense of continuity and connectedness as they begin their secondary schooling.

Year 6 students are given an overview of the Senior laptop program and an introduction to the Year 7 Mathematics course by Senior teachers. Sessions on planning and organisational skills and social transition skills are also presented by the School Counsellor.

In the Early Learning Centre the Transition Program focuses on familiarising the students with the Kindergarten classroom and routines in preparation for the students commencing their junior school education. The students participate in an extensive program that involves participating in the following; • English, Music and Art lessons in the Kindergarten room • Attending Junior School Assembly Monday and Friday mornings • Joining the Kindergarten students for lunchtime eating and play.

The Junior School Orientation Program is for all new students K – 6. Students visit the Junior School and are introduced to peers in their grade. Each new student is introduced to their buddy who will meet them on their first day of school and assist them in their transition to KRB. Mentor Program Starting at a new school can be a very daunting experience.

A new student most likely does not know anybody, nor do they know their way around or what to do at certain times.

For this reason all new students are assigned a student mentor on their entry into KRB. A mentor can help new students settle in by being a contact person, a source of advice and a friendly face. In order to become a mentor KRB students must undertake a Mentor Program.

Goals of the Mentoring Program – For Mentors • To develop skills in helping other people • To develop leadership skills, such as good communication, empathy, initiative • To become aware of how people feel and what their needs may be • To feel success through helping others Goals of the Mentoring Program – For New Students • To feel happy, safe and secure in a new school • To feel connected to the KRB School community • To make new friends • To complete a successful transition to a new school.

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12. PARENT, STUDENT AND TEACHER SATISFACTION DESCRIPTION OF PARENT SATISFACTION Kincoppal – Rose Bay School continues to have over 20,000 members on its data base and places emphasis on maintaining close relationships with all groups. Current parents are particularly significant and the School strives to communicate as effectively as possible with this group to ensure: • They have up to date knowledge of their children’s progress • They are aware of all significant events taking place at the School, including sporting and other co-curricular activities • They are aware of specific celebrations in which they would like to become involved.

The School Portal was continued to be upgraded and used extensively in 2017. In 2017 the School continued to use both print and social media to communicate with all families.

The fortnightly KRB News included ‘good news’ stories on student involvement and learning. The KRB Website is also an important form of communication. The biannual Open Gate magazine is sent to over 6000 members of the KRB community and provides news of current and past students and significant occasions in the School. I Telegraph invitations enable parents to reply on line to all events.

In 2017 KRB brought online a ParentApp that enabled messages and information to be pushed out from the School to personal devices. The App provided an easy interface and links to the Portal, KRB News and the School Calendar for parents. The App was designed to KRB specifications and has a security level so that it is open to the KRB community only.

Boarders are a very important component of school life and the School continued to place emphasis on maintaining close relationships with parents from regional NSW. In 2017, the Principal visited London, Hong Kong and Singapore to hold KRB community events to connect with current and past parents as well as alumna to update them on what is happening at KRB and to discuss student reports with parents and to develop relationships with prospective families.

Events are also placed strategically on the calendar to maximise the attendance of boarding parents. The year begins with a BBQ for all current and new parents, Year 12 boarding parents are invited to attend the Procession of the Lanterns as well as the Year 12 Boarders’ Farewell Dinner.

The boarder/teachers parent interviews are held the night before the KRB Mother’s Day lunch to ensure that the parents can meet the teachers and then attend the Mothers’ Day function.

Events at Kincoppal – Rose Bay are designed to be as inclusive as possible. Apart from fundraising events, many are ‘not for profit” and are designed to encourage strong attendance. Some events including family Masses and Morning teas, involving all members of particular families.

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As well two events, the Music and Debating celebrations held for students and parents, are means of celebrating the achievements of all students involved in these co-curricular activities.

Kincoppal – Rose Bay is an independent school and as such parents can decide at any time whether their child should remain at the School. On the withdrawal from the School, parents are asked as to their reason and as a consequence this process is indeed an indicator of parent satisfaction.

DESCRIPTION OF TEACHER SATISFACTION Teacher satisfaction is evident in the long term commitment of teachers to the School. Staff have many avenues to provide feedback and to suggest ideas for school improvement. School events are regularly evaluated and feedback for improvement is taken seriously.

There are regular meetings for staff across the school; operations, faculty, stage pastoral, middle management and leadership and these provide a strong avenue for staff to express their degree of satisfaction with the School and its programs.

The School continues to provide healthy staff lunches in the School Dining Room, the Edgecliffe shuttle bus, Yoga and Counselling services. These initiatives are all well received and used by staff.

DESCRIPTION OF STUDENT SATISFACTION All students leaving KRB are interviewed and there is a low level of dissatisfaction in their decision to leave the school.

Students who leave prior to Year 12 are largely leaving due to explore other education options such as TAFE or due to family relocation.

Student Voice is taken very seriously at KRB and students meet regularly with the Principal through form meetings where ideas and comments are put forward. The Principal meets groups of students at lunchtimes and in 2017 met with all students in Years 7 and 12. The Head of Junior School meets regularly with students in ELC-Year 6. Both Senior and Junior School have active Student representative Councils and strong Leadership Committees.

All students are encouraged to be part of Committees and through these committees there are different ideas and events put forward. In 2017 there has been a great focus on the environment, with the campaign to remove disposable cups from the School initiated by the Environmental Captains, there was also an Environmental Forum that featured the Symphony of the Earth well attended by students across the School.

13. SUMMARY FINANCIAL INFORMATION 2017 RECURRENT /CAPITAL INCOME

7%

4%

4%

Fees & Private income State recurrent grants Commonwealth recurrent grants Other capital income

85%

2017 RECURRENT /CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

18%

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Non-salary expenses Capital expenditure

30%

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A Catholic Independent ELC–12 School New South Head Road Rose Bay NSW 2029 T: +61 2 9388 6000 F: +61 2 9388 6001 ww.krb.nsw.edu.au CRICOS PROVIDER CODE 02268M ABN 47 003 942 603

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