PRIMARY YEARS INFORMATION
From the Principal
Welcome to Loreto College Coorparoo and thank you for considering our College for your daughter
Our primary years provide an inspiring environment where each student is encouraged to do her best in an atmosphere where academic excellence is valued, and love of learning is nurtured Our role as a College community is to work in partnership in the formation of resilient and confident young women of faith who have the courage to be themselves.
Established in 1928, Loreto Coorparoo is an independent Catholic secondary school for girls, founded by the Sisters of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM), also known as the Loreto Sisters Loreto Coorparoo is one of more than 150 Loreto schools throughout the world.
Our founder, Mary Ward, made the prophetic statement, " women in time to come will do much" This is integral to the Loreto philosophy whereby we aim to liberate, motivate and empower girls Mary Ward was convinced that the world needed women who were informed, confident and spiritually mature.
Her compelling story encourages our students to have self-belief as women, engenders hope and courage, and promotes their capacity to make a difference for good in the world
As experts in girls' education, staff at Loreto Coorparoo incorporate the ethos of our 400 year old tradition with innovative pedagogy and technologies to support girls toward personal excellence
Our role as a school community is to work in partnership in the formation of resilient and confident young women of faith who have the courage to be themselves.
Mrs Kim Wickham
M Ed St, B Ed St, Grad Dip Teach Mus (Sec), BA (Mus), Grad Cert Theology, A Mus A, GAICD, MACEL
Buddy Program
The buddy program for Year 5 students will promote connection, role modelling and peermentorship, and will foster a greater sense of belonging contributing to an inclusive school community
Primary Years at Loreto
As a student at Loreto College Coorparoo, your daughter will be supported by a team of dedicated educators, including:
The Director of Academics
The Director of Pastoral Care
The Head of Student Care
The Head of Primary Years
Dedicated Year 5 & 6 Classroom Teachers
Specialist Teachers (Languages, Creative Arts and Physical Education)
The College Counselling Team
Student Wellbeing Officer
The College Learning Enrichment Team
Each day will begin at 8.15am and classes will conclude at 2 45pm There will be a morning tea and lunch break each day Weekly assemblies will celebrate student achievement and parents are welcome
Primary Years Curriculum
Each student is encouraged to do her best in an atmosphere where academic excellence is valued and a love of learning is nurtured
Loreto uses pedagogies and technologies appropriate for the 21st century. We aim to maximise the flexibility and creativity of the learning environment thus ensuring Loreto students are able to participate effectively in their complex and everchanging world.
Year 5 Subjects
English Mathematics
Science
Religion
Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)
Technologies including Design and Digital Technologies
The Arts including Drama, Music, Visual Art
Languages including French, German or Japanese Personal Development
Physical Activity & Wellbeing
Year 6 Subjects
English Mathematics Science
Religion
Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)
Technologies including Design and Digital Technologies
The Arts including Drama, Music, Visual Art
Languages including French, German orJapanese Personal Development
Physical Activity & Wellbeing
Uniform
Formal Uniform - Prim
Loreto white blous
Blue chequered cu
Junior school tie
Formal College ha
Yellow Ribbon
Low heeled black s
College jumper (d
Sports Uniform - Prim
Polo shirt - royal b
Royal blue Loreto sport shorts
Short white socks and supportive sandshoe trainers (any colour)
Sports cap or bucket hat
Equipment
The College school bag - is to be used to carry items at all times when travelling to and from the College
Books and Stationery - there will be a list of requirements sent to parents and carers prior to Orientation Day.
Mobile Phones - if your daughter brings a mobile phone or other device such as a smart watch to school, it will be stored in a safe location for the duration of the school day and returned prior to going home
Technology Program - The College has implemented a comprehensive student technology program across all year levels, where each student leases a device
Homework
Study at home is a valuable part of a Loreto education, enabling students to undertake independent learning to practice and consolidate skills, conduct in-depth inquiry, prepare for and revise lessons
Non-school commitments, co-curricular activities and social activities should be balanced carefully with study commitments. The College works with students to develop ageappropriate study routines that promote time-management and self-efficacy
Counselling and Support
Loreto College offers a counselling service that is available to all students. Our College Counsellors are trained to provide professional support and have a wide range of expertise In our primary years College Counsellors will seek parental consent before commencing with counselling sessions
Specialist Teachers
Being taught by a specialist teacher from an early age has tangible benefits for students by widening their horizons and improving their academic results Primary years students will have access to specialist teachers who:
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Co-curricular Opportunities
Loreto students are encouraged to involve themselves in all aspects of College life
Both the curricular and co-curricular programs are designed to engage and extend students' thinking and learning and build relationships.
The co-curricular program at Loreto is comprehensive and includes an extensive range of sports, plentiful social justice and outreach opportunities, extensive cultural programs and pursuits, leadership training and development, choirs, ensembles and numerous other special interest clubs and activities
The Loreto Coorparoo community acknowledges the Yuggera and Turrbal people, the traditional custodians of Meanjin, the land and waters on which our school stands, and all First Nations peoples. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present and young emerging leaders and are enriched by the living spiritualities of First Nations We commit ourselves to justice and Reconciliation
New Dale Street building internal courtyard
New Dale Street building - Dale Street entry