2026 Senior School Handbook

Senior School Handbook 2026

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Contents WELCOME

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OUR PHILOSOPHY

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SCHOOL MAP

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TERM DATES

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COMMUNICATING WITH THE SCHOOL

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WELLBEING AT PC

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SCHOOL INFORMATION

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AT SCHOOL

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HOMEWORK

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CO-CURRICULAR AND HOUSE SYSTEM

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SPECIALIST PROGRAMS

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UNIFORM GUIDELINES

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STUDENT BEHAVIOUR AND CONDUCT

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IMPORTANT POLICIES 28

Acknowledgement of Country Perth College respectfully acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people as the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which our school stands. As we engage in education, we honour the wisdom and knowledge shared by the Noongar people across generations, fostering a path of learning and mutual respect for all. We recognize the enduring connection of First Nations peoples to Country, culture, and community, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging, who carry the traditions, wisdom, and aspirations of Australia’s First Peoples.

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Welcome Welcome to the Senior School Perth College has a strong legacy of educating and inspiring our students to become remarkable women. Our academic and co-curricular programs are tailored to the education of girls, in an environment that nurtures confidence and determination.

Our aim is to inspire our students to find joy in learning every day. We are dedicated to delivering a dynamic learning environment that fosters our commitment to academic excellence for students in Junior School through to Senior School. We believe in fostering an atmosphere of curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, where students are given the opportunity to think critically, ask questions and develop a deep understanding of the subjects they are studying.

Students are also encouraged to pursue their passions, try new things, and think differently. We offer a wide variety of co-curricular programs for students in Year 7 through to Year 12. Whether their interests are in dance, drama, sport or debating there are plenty of opportunities at the School for your daughter to flourish.

We understand that wellbeing is at the core of strong educational outcomes for students. When students experience positive emotions, are engaged in what they are learning, and have a sense of meaning they thrive. Through our selfleadership program, InsideOut, students learn to know and listen to their inner selves, make connections, and realise the importance of personal responsibility.

I look forward to working with you and your daughter throughout 2026.

Sarah McGarry Principal

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Our Philosophy LEARNING AT PERTH COLLEGE Learning and teaching at Perth College is founded on the fundamental belief that our students can develop the knowledge, skills, values and attributes, empowering them to be Capable, Courageous and Caring in all aspects of their lives.

The Learning and Teaching Statement is the framework for each student’s learning experience at Perth College. Our programs and pedagogy are driven by personalised and purposeful learning, that student have agency in their own learning and that we go beyond the mandated curriculum to provide opportunities for deep learning, problem solving and critical thinking. All students learn Beliefs and Values, Maths, Science, Humanities, English, Health and Physical Education and Digital Technologies. Students also, choose from either Chinese or French as a language, as well as a range of Arts and Technologies options.

Our Learning Engagement Team provides academic support and extension, to support the individual learning needs of our students. This team works in partnership with students and teachers to support the range of learning abilities, interests to support an individual achieve their personal best.

OUR CORE VALUES

Capable

Courageous

Learning and teaching:

Learning and teaching:

• grows knowledge, understanding, skills and values

• is framed by student agency, goal setting and reflection

• is purposeful and meaningful

• offers opportunities for independence and collaboration

• is open to challenge and risk

• promotes deep learning, supports creativity and curiosity, critical thinking and problem-solving

• developed effective communicators

• recognises and celebrates success

Caring

Learning and teaching: • is personalised • instills a joy of learning • fosters supportive relationships and personal wellbeing • develops respect for people and place

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School Map

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Term Dates 2026 TERM 1 Tuesday 27 January

Term 1 commences (PK, K and Year 7, Year 11 and Year 12)

Wednesday 28 January

Term 1 commences (K to Year 6, Years 8 to 10)

Friday 27 February to Monday 2 March

Mid-Term Break (Labour Day) Easter Service

Thursday 2 April Easter

Term 1 concludes at: – 12:40 pm (PK to Year 3) – 12:50 pm (Years 4 to 6) – 1:00 pm (Years 7 to 12)

TERM 2 Tuesday 21 April

Term 2 commences with Learning Conferences

Wednesday 22 April

Classes commence

Friday 29 May to Monday 1 June

Mid-Term Break (Western Australia Day)

Friday 26 June

Term 2 concludes at: – 12:40 pm (PK to Year 3) – 12:50 pm (Years 4 to 6) – 1:00 pm (Years 7 to 12)

TERM 3 Tuesday 21 July

Term 3 commences

Friday 21 August to Monday 24 August

Mid-Term Break

Friday 25 September

St Michael’s Day Term 3 concludes at: – 12:40 pm (PK to Year 3) – 12:50 pm (Years 4 to 6) – 1:00 pm (Years 7 to 12)

TERM 4 Tuesday 13 October

Term 4 commences

Tuesday 8 December

Senior School Final Day 3:15pm finish

Wednesday 9 December

Senior School Presentation Night. Student performances and award winners need to be available. Attendance at Senior School Presentation Night is compulsory for Senior School students.

Term 4 concludes at: 12:40 pm (PK to Year 3) 12:50 pm (Years 4 to 6)

Friday 11 December

Teaching Staff Final Day

Friday 18 December

School Office closes 3:00pm

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Communicating with the School For questions or concerns, the communication flowchart below provides the process to follow.

Parent inquiry or concern S ENIO R S C H O O L

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G E N ER A L / A D M INIS T R A T IO N

P A S T O R A L C A R E / H EA L T H

Parent emails or phones Subject Teacher.

Contact Reception who will direct you to the appropriate person if they are unable to address your query.

Parent emails or phones Kaya Teacher

ISSUE RESO LV E D

YES - No further action required

IS S U E R ES O L V ED NO

NO

Parent emails or phones Head of Department of subject area

YES - No further action required

NO

NO

Parent emails or phones Associate Director of Analytics and Academic Services

YES - No further action required

NO

Parent emails or phones Director of Learning and Teaching

Parent emails or phones appropriate Head of Year

Parent emails or phones Head Psychologist NO

YES - No further action required

Parent emails or phones Director of Wellbeing NO

NO

Contact the Vice Principal to discuss your concern.

If unresolved, please contact the Principal.

CONTINUOUS FEEDBACK At Perth College, feedback is a key part of the learning process. It supports students to reflect, grow, and take ownership of their learning. Teachers provide feedback for selected assessment tasks via SPACE, which both students and parents can access. This feedback is aligned with the learning intentions and success criteria of each task, helping students understand their current progress and how to improves.

Continuous Feedback is provided in a variety of forms— comments, rubrics, annotations on submitted work, and voice recordings. Its purpose is to highlight what students did well and identify specific areas to focus on for future tasks. Each term, students receive at least one personalised piece of feedback per subject on SPACE. This complements feedback activities completed in class, where feedback is delivered in class and student self-reflection help reinforce learning. Time is also dedicated in class for students to review their feedback and take meaningful action to improve.

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Wellbeing at PC Perth College’ s Strategic Intent has four pillars – Educational Excellence, Leadership and Innovation, Stewardship and Sustainability, and Cultivating Connections. Our vision is to nurture and guide our students to each taking their place in their community (and the world!) as remarkable women.

We recognise that a whole of school approach to wellbeing is imperative to our vision.

Wellbeing at PC is founded on the fundamental belief that the way we foster remarkable women is by empowering our students to be Capable, Courageous and Caring.

PC is known as a world pioneer in embracing the principles of positive education. This innovative and insightful history continues to energise our approach to student wellbeing today.

Part of wellbeing at PC is cultivating the evidence-based factors that support students to flourish at school. It is equally important to us that we foster a whole-school culture that acknowledges the importance of individual differences. We know that acknowledging and celebrating diversity supports a strong sense of belonging and connection – which fuel learning and wellbeing!

We recognise that academic progress and wellbeing are imperatively linked for each of our students. It is essential at PC that wellbeing cohesively intersects with all aspects of our school system. To support this, we have identified developmentally-astute themes that are embedded across the senior school curricular, co-curricular and pastoral practices THE PASTORAL CARE THEMES FOR EACH YEAR • • • • • •

Year 7: Make Connections Year 8: Build Strength Year 9: Choose Courage Year 10: Step Up Year 11: Learning to Lead Year 12: Looking Beyond Self, Perth College and Community

WELLBEING INITIATIVES INCLUDE Pastoral care programs �ncluding school chaplaincy, kaya and house activities, morning fitness, formal leadership opportunities, digital safety and citizenship programs, and peer mentorship and connection across the school.

InsideOut InsideOut is Perth College’s whole-of-school positive education framework. This framework has a developmentally astute foundation that integrates evidence-based positive psychology and self-leadership principles. InsideOut supports explicit and exploratory learning experiences that model and promote authentic self-leadership, resilience and flourishing.

Additional support These are tailored through consultation with head of year and school leadership, and may include learning engagement, health, or counselling support.

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School Information ABSENCE To report your child’s absence or late arrival at school, please use the Perth College app, available for download on both Apple or Android devices. After logging in, navigate to the Absentee tile to submit the request.

For additional assistance, you can call or email The Hub. Absentees or late arrivals communicated directly to teachers will not be recorded. If your child is late or needs to leave early, they must sign in or out at The Hub. BUS SCHEDULES Perth College provides a bus service to several suburbs throughout the city. Horizon West, is our bus services provider and students should look out for Horizon West buses with Perth College and a PC logo listed as the destination.

Horizon West runs the Hale/Mount Hawthorn, Kalamunda and Mundaring bus routes and operate on an eTicketing platform.

For more information on how to purchase e-tickets and to view bus timetables, visit our website.

FLEXISCHOOLS AND SMARTRIDER CARDS Flexischools is a cashless card system the School operates in the Hub and Affie’s Café using the SmartRider card. Funds available on the card can be used to pay for items in Affie’s Café, School-operated bus tickets and other items available at the Hub, including socks, stockings, badges and padlocks for lockers. Parents deposit funds, set a daily spending limit and control the amount of money accessible at any time.

SPACE SPACE is our online Learning Management System and main source of operational School news.

Parents are able to access information about their daughter including timetables, assessments, continuous feedback and general information. Parents can access SPACE through the parent portal on our website or through the SPACE app.

Parents and guardians can opt to receive relevant news for their children through the News posts on SPACE. TELEPHONE CALLS Students may seek permission to telephone parents for important matters using the phone in the Hub. Staff will make every effort to pass urgent messages on to students.

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At School AFFIE’S CAFE Affie’s Café is open from 7:00 am until 2:30 pm each school day. Purchases can be made at recess and lunchtime. Students require their SmartRider card to make purchases. Senior School students can now pre-order through Flexischools.

HEALTH SERVICES/THE HEALTH CENTRE The Health Services team consists of the School nurses, counsellor and psychologists. The Health Centre is where students go if they are feeling unwell or need to see one of the Health Services Team for support with their medical and social or emotional wellbeing. If a student is unwell and should not be at school, the School nurses will contact parents to arrange to have the student picked up.

The Health Centre is open to day students from 9:30 am to the end of the school day. Parents will need to organise an appointment with their personal health care provider for any outside of hours assistance.

KAM TIME – KAYA, ASSEMBLIES AND MEETINGS Several community-building activities take place during KAM time on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.

Chapel provides spiritual enrichment and the opportunity for year groups to worship and celebrate Eucharist together each term.

House meetings allow students to develop House Spirit, meet, compete and perform with students in their House. Students will have year group meetings as well as meetings with the students from Years 7 to 12. In addition, house activities develop relationships across year groups, providing excellent role-modelling opportunities within these vertical groupings.

Assemblies are an important aspect of school life for the community to come together and celebrate the students’ successes, showcase events and recognise the contributions of individuals and groups. Details for each assembly are published in the School calendar on SPACE. KAYA Kaya means ‘hello’ in the Noongar language and is an essential component of a student’s time at Perth College. The allocated Kaya time is integral in the facilitation of the student wellbeing program with Kaya teachers playing an important role in looking after the general welfare and wellbeing of the students in their care.

Kaya provides each student with a positive and stable base from which to embrace Perth College’s wide curriculum, cocurricular and House experiences.

LOCKERS Locks are supplied by the School and charged to students’ accounts. Lockers must be kept locked at all times and any problems with locks or lockers need to be reported to the Hub. Mobile phones must be turned off and secured in locked lockers for the duration of the school day.

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THE HUB The Hub is located in the Big Quad and is the focal point for managing and assisting students and parents. The team in the Hub consists of School Leaders and administrative support staff who are ready to assist with any queries students or parents may have.

CONSENT2GO Perth College uses Consent2Go, a digital platform designed to help you easily maintain your childs health records and provide consent for school events, excursions, camps and tours securely and efficiently.

Consent2Go is widely adopted by schools across Australia and New Zealand, known for its user-friendly interface that benefits both parents and schools. The platform is fully compliant with national privacy standards, ensuring that all data is handled in accordance with the Perth College Privacy Policy.

Through Consent2Go, you will receive notifications about school events, and it will serve as the central hub for collecting and managing student health information. With an intuitive parent interface, including a convenient app, Consent2Go allows both staff and families to access student information anytime, anywhere.

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Homework Guidelines At Perth College, homework supports classroom learning, promotes independent thinking, and helps students develop strong organisational habits. Our approach is purposeful, balanced, and age-appropriate.

Students are guided to complete regular homework tasks, including practice exercises, assessment preparation, and revision. We distinguish between homework, which is set by teachers and linked to daily lessons, and study, which is student-led and involves reviewing content, revising notes, or reinforcing learning.

Recommended time allocations range from 1 hour per night in Year 7 to up to 3 hours in Years 11 and 12. These are averages that reflect the ebb and flow of the academic year.

Kaya teachers meet individually with students throughout the year to help them plan and manage their homework and study routines. Parents are encouraged to help establish consistent habits at home, ideally in a quiet, distraction-free area outside the bedroom. Assessment information is available via SPACE in the Assessment Calendar and a Study Planner template is available in the Student Diary to help students and families stay organised.

We also offer additional support through two after-school programs:

PC+ A structured, supervised program where students have access to tutors—including high-achieving, recently graduated Old Girls—for help with homework, assessments, and study strategies.

Excelsior House |Tuesdays, 5:00–7:30 pm | *$30 per session (includes dinner)* Bookings required at the start of each term.

Brain Boost Homework Club A quiet and supportive environment for independent study, one-on-one support, or peer mentoring.

Excelsior House | Tues–Thurs, 3:30–4:30 pm | Open to students in Years 7–12 For further details, refer to the Homework Guidelines on SPACE Together, we aim to develop confident, independent learners who manage their time effectively and take ownership of their learning.

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Co-curricular and House System CO-CURRICULAR OFFERINGS Perth College offers an extensive range of co-curricular options that allow students to broaden and enhance their educational experiences. Below are examples of the different co-curricular offerings the School provides. Please see the CoCurricular Handbook for full details.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES Students are encouraged to engage in the variety of clubs and activities that operate throughout the year which are held before and after school as well as lunchtimes. With these commitments, students are always reminded to not overcommit themselves to too many options.

E X A MPLE CLUB S A ND AC T I V I T IE S Aged Care Visits

Mathematics Enrichment

Anglicare Sleep Out

Mock Trials

Art Club

Myola Committee

Barista Club

PC Out Yonder Tour

Brain Boost Homework Club

PC Podcast Club

Camps

Running Club

Chess Club

School Tours

Creative Writing and Comics

Sewing and Textiles Club

Debating

Speech and Drama Festival

Disability Support - Ocean Heroes

Sustainability Club

Equestrian

Tournament of Minds

Fitness Club

VR Club

DJOOK DJINDA GROUP The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at Perth College form the Djook Djinda (Sister Stars) Group. The Djook Djinda students are in Year 7 to 12 and meet each fortnight in the Ngala Maya room, a dedicated place to have formal and informal get-togethers to build relationships. The Djook Djinda program partners with other schools for social events, excursions and to meet with other people and organisations.

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THE ARTS The Arts provide plenty of opportunities for students in Years 7 to 10 to involve themselves in co-curricular activities at Perth College. Whether their interest is in drama, dance or music, there is a co-curricular activity for them including the School musical, jazz bands, SP!N dance collective and art club to name a few.

A R T S OPP OR T UNI T IE S Art Club

Senior Choral Concert

Bands and ensembles

Senior Music Night

eP!C YOUTH Co. Dance Collective

Senior School Musical

eP!C YOUTH Co. Drama Collective

SPIN Dance Collective

Instrumental and vocal tuition SPORT At Perth College, we believe that participation in sport fosters a strong sense of community, enjoyment, and belonging for our students. Engaging in sport not only supports academic success but also promotes mental, emotional, and social wellbeing.

S P OR T S OPP OR T UNI T IE S Athletics

Learn to Row

Australian Rules Football

Netball

Badminton

Rowing

Basketball

Soccer

Cricket

Softball

Cross Country

Swimming

Dance

Tennis

Water Polo

Volleyball

Hockey

Equestrian

IGSSA SPORT As a member of the Independent Girls’ Schools Sports Association (IGSSA) WA, Perth College students have the opportunity to participate in weekly interschool sporting fixtures and compete in designated carnivals and events throughout the school year.

Our Senior School IGSSA sporting program offers a variety of high-quality opportunities for students to compete at different levels, with a strong emphasis on sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth. Led by our dedicated Physical Education department and supported by skilled coaches across multiple disciplines, students are encouraged to engage fully in IGSSA programs each term.

HOUSE SPORT The House Sport program provides inclusive and engaging opportunities for all Senior School students to take part in school-wide sporting events. These carnivals—including swimming, cross country, and athletics—promote school spirit and encourage students to challenge themselves while supporting their peers.

Students prepare for these events through training sessions embedded in their Physical Education classes each term.

Additionally, they have the opportunity to participate in House Sport fixtures held during Friday lunchtime breaks.

For further details, please refer to the Senior School 2026 Sports Calendar, which outlines all key sporting programs and events scheduled throughout the year.

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THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S INTERNATIONAL AWARD The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award was founded by His Royal Highness, The Duke of Edinburgh in 1956. This fully inclusive program empowers young Australians aged between 13 to 25 to explore their full potential regardless of their location or circumstance. There are three levels to the Award: Bronze, Silver, and Gold, each progressively more challenging.

To earn an Award, each young person must learn a skill, improve their physical wellbeing, volunteer in their community and experience a team adventure in a new environment.

Students can use co-curricular school activities as well as club or personal pursuits in the community towards their Award.

If the Award is completed in Years 10, 11 or 12, it can be included as an endorsed WACE program. Today more than 130 countries have adopted The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program with over 8 million young people having participated worldwide. Achieving an Award recognises individual goal setting and self-improvement through persistence and achievement.

HOUSE SYSTEM The House system was originally created in 1927. The Founding Sisters of Perth College established relationships with Governors of Mount Lawley and their wives which resulted in the eventual naming of the Houses.

Perth College has four houses, Barron (red), Campion (blue), Bedford (green) and Lawley (yellow) and are outlined as follows: Barron House: Major-General Sir Harry Barron 1913-1917 Motto: Possunt quia posse videntur (They can because they think they can) Colour: Red Bedford House: Admiral Sir Frederick George Denham Bedford 1903-1909 Motto: Acritas et Fidelitas (Keen and Faithful) Colour: Green Campion House: Colonel Sir William Robert Campion 1924-1931 Motto: L’union est la force (Unity is strength) Colour: Blue Lawley House: Captain Sir Arthur Lawley 1901-1902 Motto: Facta non Verba (Deeds not words) Colour: Gold New students at Perth College are assigned to a House upon joining the school. If you have siblings or previous family members who attended Perth College, you will be placed in the same House.

Throughout the term, students are encouraged to participate in a variety of House activities, including rowing, crosscountry, arts, and debating, to earn points for their House.

The main House events of the year include House Arts Day, the House Athletics Carnival, and the House Swimming Carnival.

At the end of the year, the House with the most points is awarded the prestigious D.H. and B. Richardson Cup during Presentation Night.

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Specialist Programs SPARC SPARC is a Perth College initiative, blending a unique, future-focused framework designed to prepare our students with the knowledge, skills, attributes and values that will see them flourish now and into the future.

It is based on experiences that: Spark Passion, grow Attributes and build Relationships to Contribute to the world.

Each Perth College student will be involved in experiences focussing on Entrepreneurship, Enterprise and Careers, Leadership and Citizenship. The basis of these learning experiences are underpinned by the School’s values and are grounded in the School’s positive education philosophy. These experiences are guided by the School’s strategic intent, Learning and Teaching Statement and our school values, and is a framework embedded in the timetable from PreKindergarten to Year 8.

The assessment of sparc is completely formative and is driven by the students with support from their mentors. Students will not receive a grade for sparc, however, they will engage in reflection, creating and collecting evidence of their learning journey, and using their experiences to further develop themselves. We encourage you to engage in conversation with your daughter about the sparc experiences they have completed.

Each year group has been given a theme that links to the unique experiences for that time and is aligned with key themes from the pastoral care program.

The experiences of sparc will provide students with opportunity beyond the curriculum requirements to: •

Grow curiosity, imagination, resilience, self-regulation

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Respect and appreciate the ideas, perspectives, and values of others

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Cope with failure and rejection

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Move forward in the face of adversity

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Care about the wellbeing of their friends and families

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SPORTS DEVELOPMENT AND PERFORMANCE PROGRAM Perth College offers a nationally recognised Sports Development and Performance Program designed to nurture student engagement and promote lifelong participation in sport. This program extends beyond our Physical Education curriculum and interschool offerings, providing students with two key pathway options: •

Community Sport Pathway

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Performance Sport Pathway

COMMUNITY SPORT PATHWAY The Community Sport Pathway promotes active involvement in community sports and provides a welcoming environment for students and families. The focus is on enhancing physical activity, developing skills, and ensuring enjoyment through a variety of competitive and non-competitive sports and fitness programs beyond the Perth College environment.

Our committed staff and coaches work diligently to instil a lifelong passion for sports and movement, contributing to the overall health and well-being of our community.

Some of the community sporting initiatives available to Senior School students include: •

Perth College Netball Academy

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Fitness Club Program

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WA Volleyball League Program

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Learn to Swim Program

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Swim Squad Program

PERFORMANCE SPORT PATHWAY The Performance Pathway offers a personalised, high-performance sports pathway designed to help students excel both academically and in their chosen sport. At the heart of this pathway is the Athlete Development Program, which caters specifically to Senior School student-athletes who are ambitious in their pursuits and eager to elevate their sporting performance.

The Athlete Development Program is available to student-athletes who have reached a specific talent level in their sport, providing them with the tools to realise their full potential while balancing the demands of high-performance training.

Led by accredited staff with elite sports experience, the program builds proficiency and confidence through evidence-based training principles that support optimal performance.

The Athlete Development Program focuses on four core areas, with students engaging in each area every term: Athletic Development: Providing long-term training opportunities and tools to help students perform consistently at a high level and maximise their athletic potential.

Physical Loading: Assisting students and their families in balancing training, school, and personal commitments to minimise stress and enhance performance.

Sports Mentoring: Supporting students with goal-setting strategies and guiding them through the steps required to achieve their ambitions.

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Role Modelling: Connecting students with elite sportswomen who share real-life insights into talent pathways and international competition.

For more information about our Sports Development and Performance Program and the sporting partners we collaborate with, please visit the Perth College website.

SPEECH AND DRAMA As part of the extensive Drama and Dance program at Perth College, students have the opportunity to take private Speech and Drama lessons with experienced and highly qualified teachers.

Mrs Chelsea Crowe and Ms Emily Verstegen co-ordinate the Speech and Drama program throughout Senior School, offering speech and drama to students in Years 7 to 12. They each have over 20 years of experience teaching in private studio and school settings. Chelsea and Emily bring a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm and passion for performance and literature to Perth College.

Student outcomes are designed to be creative, realistic and develop potential in all age groups, and teaching strategies are learner-centred to achieve this. Students are engaged in active learning experiences that develop clear speech and drama skills and build confidence.

Students will have the opportunity to explore small group plays, drama monologues, performance poetry and readers’ theatre throughout the year. You can read more about this program in the Speech and Drama Handbook.

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Uniform Guidelines The Perth College School uniform helps shape our students’ sense of identity and belonging to the School.

The uniform reflects the grounded nature of our community and promotes a sense of inclusiveness.

Perth College students represent the School with pride and, as such, it is expected that students wear the full school uniform with no embellishments. The expectation is that uniform items are in good repair, clean, ironed and well fitting. It is expected that students have each article of their uniform clearly labelled with their name.

The School does not accept responsibility for the loss of any possessions.

The School uniform is to be worn on all School excursions.

Depending on the nature of the excursion, the School uniform may be summer, winter or sports.

Uniform Shop Visit our Online Uniform Shop to place ‘Click and Collect’ orders or book an appointment at our Uniform Shop located at 38 Queens Crescent Mount Lawley.

Senior School orders will be processed and available for collection from the Hub (usually on the next Uniform Shop business day).

When ordering online, you will receive an email to confirm that your order has been received.

Items can be returned or exchanged within four weeks of pick-up if they have not been worn or named and in their original sale condition.

Email uniform.shop@pc.wa.edu.au or call 08 9471 2173.

School Bags and Footwear All students must use the Perth College School bag. A Perth College tote bag is required to carry personal belongings between classes and for excursions.

Shoes to be worn year round with the formal uniform are to be black leather lace-up school shoes. No high heels, Mary Jane’s or coloured stitching permitted.

SENIOR SCHOOL UNIFORM GUIDELINES YEAR 7 TO YEAR 12 STUDENTS Summer Uniform

The summer uniform for Junior School students at Perth College consists of two primary options: the summer dress or the summer blouse paired with shorts. The summer dress is designed to touch the top of the knee. The summer Panama hat is mandatory and must be worn when travelling to and from school, as well as during excursions.

Students are permitted to wear the school cardigan or jumper with their summer dress, shorts, or trousers. However, when travelling to and from school, it’s important that the blazer is worn as the outermost garment, rather than the cardigan or jumper. The blazer is required to be worn on formal occasions or when the weather is cold. On particularly hot days, blazers do not need to be worn during Assembly or Chapel.

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Compulsory Summer Uniform (Terms One and Four) •

Summer hat - Panama

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Summer dress or navy shorts/Printed Blouse with dress tie

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Regulation Socks Dress/Sport

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Black school shoes (lace ups)

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Navy Cardigan / Navy Jumper

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Blazer

Winter Uniform Students may choose to wear either the navy skirt or navy trousers. The skirt is designed to sit at the top of the knee. A white shirt and school tie are also required. For added warmth, students may wear the school jumper or cardigan while on school grounds. Black lace-up school shoes are to be worn by all students.

The blazer is the outer garment and is worn to and from school.

Compulsory Winter Uniform (Terms 2 and 3) •

Navy skirt or trousers

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White shirt

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School tie

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House tie

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Black stockings

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Black school shoes (lace ups)

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Black socks (to be worn with trousers

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School navy jumper

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Blazer

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School Scarf (optional)

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Sports Uniform It is compulsory for all students to wear a hat during Physical Education lessons.

Students who are required to travel for IGSSA matches or training sessions may change at lunchtime.

The sports uniform may be worn to and from school if the student is attending before or after school sporting or performance activities. Students must wear the correct sports uniform, leggings are not permitted to be worn on their own.

Students may apply for a Uniform Pass if they have three or more commitments requiring PE uniform and one sports training a day. Students with a Uniform Pass will be permitted to wear the correct sports uniform throughout the day.

Leggings, Rowing jumpers and PCNA scarves are not considered part of the correct uniform.

Compulsory Sports Uniform • • • • • •

Navy polo House polo Navy shorts Navy track pants Navy hooded top Zip track top (This must be the outer garment when representing the School)

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Navy swim shorts (optional) Navy PC bathers House swimming cap Navy PC rash top Regulation Socks Dress/Sport Sports shoes White cap/visor Sport Bag

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HAIR, JEWELLERY AND MAKE-UP Hair Students’ hair must be their natural colour. Coloured hair (including rinses, dyes, or coloured spray) or coloured hair inserts are not permitted. Hair must be neat and always tied back away from the face; any hair touching the shoulders or is longer must be tied up.

Jewellery Students may choose to wear any of the following jewellery items: •

A pair of sleepers or stud earrings (plain and metal, no gemstones), worn symmetrically in each lobe with one earring per ear. A sleeper should be able to rotate through the ear.

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A watch.

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A simple gold or silver chain with a small plain cross (with no diamantes).

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A medical alert bracelet.

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Perth College badges neatly arranged on the School blazer.

Approved accessories include: •

Ribbons, headbands, elastics, hair bands, clips or combs in white, navy blue, or the student’s hair colour.

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House ribbons only to be worn at House Events

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Clips, combs or hairpins in tortoiseshell, clear, white or navy blue.

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Scrunchies and hair clips in navy blue only or made from the summer dress fabric.

Make-up and Nail Polish Any make-up, unnatural enhancements (e.g., eyelash extensions, and nail polish including shellac) is not permitted. Students are not permitted to wear fake nails, including press on and acrylic.

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Student Behaviour and Conduct STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT At Perth College, we recognise that effective learning can only occur in a secure environment where the dignity, rights and responsibilities of others are known and respected and where standards and rules are fairly and consistently applied.

This Student Code of Conduct is developed in consultation with students and sets out standards of behaviour expected of students. The School uses a variety of strategies to consult with students when considering the Student Code of Conduct.

These may include surveys, discussion groups, consultation with the student representative body or other means.

Managing the Student Code of Conduct is a shared responsibility between students, parents/guardians and the School. An acknowledgement of the Student Code of Conduct forms a condition of a student’s enrolment.

A Perth College student has certain rights and responsibilities.

RIGHTS

RESPONSIBILITIES

I have the right to...

I have the responsibility to...

Feel valued, safe and comfortable at school.

Make responsible, thoughtful choices.

Be treated with dignity and respect.

Care for others and treat everyone with dignity and respect.

Be able to express myself and hold an opinion.

Behave in an inclusive and non-threatening manner, refraining from hurtful behaviour.

Have a voice on matters that affect me and be heard by my peers and teachers.

Be provided with a range of learning experiences in a wellmanaged environment where expectations are made clear.

Work in a positive learning environment.

Receive timely, constructive feedback from teachers.

Have every opportunity to achieve my personal best.

Let others express themselves and value their opinion even though they may be different from my own.

Work conscientiously and support others to learn.

Set goals and work towards my personal best.

Have the courage to take on new challenges.

Use technology in an appropriate and thoughtful manner.

Be punctual and complete work tasks on time to the best of my ability.

A safe place to keep my property.

Respect the property of others.

Be in a clean and pleasant environment.

Contribute to the maintenance of a clean and pleasant environment.

Honour the values of Perth College.

Feel proud to be a Perth College student.

Be an excellent ambassador for the School.

Wear the uniform with pride.

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POSITIVE STUDENT BEHAVIOUR POLICY All students and staff have the right to feel safe in the School community. With this right, comes the responsibility to be socially responsible and accountable for any actions that put the safety or wellbeing of others at risk.

Perth College believes the School must be a place where: •

Every person feels safe and valued

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All students can develop into responsible and successful citizens

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The individual’s needs for belonging and empowerment are met

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All students can enjoy success and strive for excellence

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Difference is acknowledged, accepted and celebrated

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Students actively participate in the learning process

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All members of the School community demonstrate respect for each other, others’ property and the name of Perth College

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All students accept responsibility for their own behaviour

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Students have a voice

Behaviour management is based on the student’s individual needs and circumstances. The pastoral care program is very proactive, and staff work primarily on positive actions and reinforcement rather than towards a punitive outcome.

Restorative justice underpins Perth College’s behaviour management procedures. Restorative justice is a philosophy and a theory of justice that emphasises bringing together everyone affected by an issue to address needs and responsibilities, and to heal the harm to relationships as much as possible. The program is based on respect, responsibility, relationship-building, and relationship-repairing, focusing on mediation and agreement rather than punishment. One of the more appropriate actions is to empower students to “make things right” and to decide on their own consequences for their actions. This may be an apology, mentoring or coaching younger students, or completing community service.

Perth College explicitly forbids the use of any form of child abuse, corporal punishment or other degrading punishment.

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POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR FRAMEWORK

LEVEL OF CO N C E R N

SAMPLE B E H AV I O U R S

RESPONDERS

CO N S E Q U E N C E S

Minor Concern

Uniform infringement Use of mobile phone without permission Late to class, Kaya, Chapel, assembly, House meetings Disruptive or inappropriate talking in class Lack of organisation, effort or participation Incomplete homework Littering

Any teacher Classroom teacher Kaya teacher

Discussion between student and responding teacher to clarify school expectations and values Take appropriate action e.g. move student, confiscate phone, jewellery etc and take to the Hub Apply demerit point

Repeat uniform infringement Repeat use of mobile phone without permission Inappropriate language Failure to follow instructions Insolence, rudeness, disrespect Inappropriate use of technology Persistent lateness to class, Kaya , Chapel, assembly, House meetings Persistent disruptive behaviour

Any teacher Classroom teacher Kaya teacher Head of Year

Moderate Concern

Inform Kaya teacher

Head of Department

Discussion between student and responding teacher to clarify school expectations and values Suggest strategies to address behaviour Inform Kaya teacher, Head of Year, Head of Department (for classroom incidents) and Head of Boarding (boarding student) Take appropriate action e.g. confiscate phone, jewellery etc and take to the Hub, lunchtime reflection for lateness, contact parents Apply demerit point Kaya teacher or Head of Year to follow up with student, investigate possible emotional, learning or medical issues and support with appropriate strategies

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LEVEL OF CO N C E R N

SAMPLE B E H AV I O U R S

RESPONDERS

CO N S E Q U E N C E S

More than 8 demerit points accumulated over a term Persistent inappropriate language, insolence, rudeness or disrespect to others Inappropriate use of technology or social media Truancy Plagiarism, cheating or collusion Teasing, taunting or malicious behaviour Fighting Inappropriate comments or behaviour Racist comments or language

Any teacher Classroom teacher Kaya teacher Head of Department Head of Year Head of Student Wellbeing Director of Learning and Teaching Director of Wellbeing

Discussion between student and responding teacher to clarify school expectations and values Intervention by Head of Year, Head of Department, Head of Student Wellbeing or Head of Learning and Teaching Parents contacted, parent meeting Take appropriate action e.g. lunchtime reflection, marks penalty, reflective essay, apology, in-school suspension, out of school suspension, loss of privileges, community service or other Kaya teacher or Head of Year to follow up with student, investigate possible emotional or learning or medical issues and support with appropriate strategies Possible referral to Counsellor or Psychologist Possible referral to external agencies

Bullying or intimidating another student Persistent, intentional racist comments, language or behaviour Persistent inappropriate comments or behaviour Theft Drugs or alcohol Serious social media breaches Assault

Any teacher Classroom teacher Kaya teacher Head of Year Head of Student Wellbeing Director of Wellbeing Vice Principal Principal

High Concern

Extreme Concern

Discussion between student and responding teacher to clarify school expectations and values Intervention by Head of Student Wellbeing, Director of Wellbeing, Vice Principal or Principal Parents contacted, parent meeting Take appropriate action e.g. suspension, possible exclusion or referral to police Head of Year or Head of Student Wellbeing follow up with student, investigate possible emotional, learning or medical issues and support with appropriate strategies Possible referral to Counsellor or Psychologist Possible referral to external agencies

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Important Policies We have included a selection of policies below however, this is not an exhaustive list. You can request complete policies and procedures by contacting The Hub. NETWORK ACCESS GUIDELINES FOR STUDENTS Students at Perth College are privileged to have the use of extensive, advanced information technology resources. The School gives students free access to these resources and trusts them to appreciate and care for these resources by using them responsibly and for educational purposes.

MOBILE COMMUNICATION POLICY Perth College recognises that the use of mobile technology (phones, smart watches etc) is part of modern life and acknowledges parents may wish their child to carry a mobile communication device for personal safety reasons. The right, however, of a student to have access to a device at school must be balanced with the responsibility to use it appropriately.

We also believe in the importance of face-to-face communication which builds positive relationships and interactions between students and their friends while they are at school. Mobile phones must therefore only be used by students before or after school.

ASSESSMENT POLICY The word “assessment” comes from the Latin asseddere, to sit beside, and reflects the notion of assessment being more than just testing and measuring but an ongoing process of teachers giving feedback and planning subsequent learning opportunities. Assessment can be diagnostic (to determine a student’s learning readiness), formative (conducted during the learning cycle) or summative (at the end of the learning cycle).

POSITIVE PEER RELATIONSHIPS Perth College aims to create a safe and supportive learning environment where students can manage and resolve conflict in a proactive and non-aggressive manner. Bullying and harassment are not tolerated at Perth College. This policy is intended for student-to-student interaction.

STUDENT DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY Perth College aims to provide a healthy, safe, supportive and nurturing environment for students. The effects of drug use on the individual, the family and community are evident in our society and associated problems are often of a most serious nature. The possession, use, or supply of drugs including alcohol is taken very seriously and the School will respond in a manner which protects the safety and wellbeing of its students.

PRIVACY POLICY AND INFORMATION COLLECTION NOTICE This policy outlines the circumstances in which we obtain personal information, how we use and disclose that information and how we manage requests to access and/or change that information. You can read the policy on our website.

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