YEAR 5 2025 INFORMATION
From the Principal Welcome to Loreto College Coorparoo and thank you for considering our College for your daughter. Last year, we celebrated 95 years of educating girls and as we move towards our centenary celebrations in 2028, we are excited to be re-introducing the primary years of Year 5 in 2025 and Year 6 in 2026. 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
Term Dates 2025 TERM 1 28 January to 4 April TERM 2 23 April to 20 June TERM 3 15 July to 19 September TERM 4 7 October to 28 November
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.
Year 5 at Loreto The College has received approval for two Year 5 classes in 2025. As a Year 5 student at Loreto, 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 A dedicated Year 5 Classroom Teacher Specialist Teachers (Languages, Creative Arts and Physical Education) The College Counselling Team 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.
Year 5 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) Technology and Design The Arts including Drama, Music, Visual Arts Languages including French and Japanese Health and Physical Education
Uniform Formal Uniform - Years 5 and 6 Loreto white blouse Blue chequered culottes Junior school tie Formal College hat Yellow Ribbon Low heeled black shoes with crew length plain white socks College jumper (during cold weather) Sports Uniform - Years 5 and 6 Polo shirt - royal blue with gold and white trim 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 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.
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. In Year 5, students will have access to specialist teachers who: have the experience, knowledge and ability to draw out the best in their students can extend students and help consolidate concepts through a variety of teaching methods have deep subject knowledge at the highest level can help students gain a deeper understanding, apply their knowledge, and prepare them for learning in the higher year levels. Most importantly, specialist teachers have the passion and expertise to inspire our students.
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.
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