Enrolments Guide July 2020

ISSUE 1 • July 2020

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Prep & Primary enrolments pg 66 Year 7 & Secondary enrolments pg 66 Vic schools guide website pg 10 Photo with compliments of Mackillop College see pages 2,3, 28 & 29

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As part of this community, our students are challenged to broaden their mindsets and opportunity for students to address themes that are highly relevant on a global level,

learning. that is continually evolving to maintain the initial goal of being contemporary, and fostering a passion for learning, cultural inclusivity and diversity. With gymnasium, chapel, amphitheatre,

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an awareness of the environment, a personal sense of responsibility, leadership and community

instrumental music program, dance and drama.

Applications for Year 7 2022 are now open, and will close on Friday 9 October 2020.

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Beaconsfield Primary School SCHOOL Tours go online at Beaconsfield.

We can’t conduct live tours of the school at the moment with the COVID-19 pandemic rumbling along; so during Term 3 we have an online tour at www.beaconsfield.vic.edu.au under the 2021 Prep enrolment tab. It has a quick overview of our facilities and activities presented by our School Captains.

The world may be topsy turvy now; but here at Beaconsfield we have all of our children back, the buzz of engagement and fun fills the air and I swear, you can smell the learning!

Our students have missed their friends terribly and so, to make up for it, their teachers have built in many opportunities for shared learning, collaboration, and play.

Our Prep team is a very special group of people who teach with passion and commitment.

Carolyn, Briony, Tara, Lisa and Liesl love, accept, and welcome every child unconditionally and work together to create safe, positive and supportive learning environments. They elevate and praise our children, encouraging them to appreciate the efforts of their peers, building friendships and goodwill through appreciations.

We strive to ensure each child achieves their potential: We will do our best to ensure that our children are:

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Our Prep team is a very special group of people who teach with passion and commitment. confident learners; that they try their best and pursue excellence.

■ resilient and bounce back when they experience difficulties.

■ given the opportunity to develop a strong sense of justice, values and beliefs.

■ ambitious, imaginative and academically competent.

■ develop a sense of fun and of wonder.

■ enthusiastic and optimistic about their futures.

We will miss the opportunity to take you around in person and introduce you to our extraordinary Prep team and share with you their lovely learning spaces and the special sense of belonging – but remember, it’s not forever, it’s just for a while. Come and visit us online at www. beaconsfield.vic.edu.au or phone our virtual office for assistance on 97071510.

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Belgrave South Primary School BELGRAVE South Primary School has been providing excellence in teaching and learning for over 100 years. Located in the Dandenong Ranges, the school provides well equipped grounds and buildings in a beautiful setting. We are an integral part of the local community and we highly value the support of our parents and community members in our school each day.

We work together to facilitate excellent learning opportunities, provide state of the art technology and develop innovative learning spaces.

Our Science and Inquiry Learning Centre and Maker Space supports the development of critical and creative thinking.

We encourage high achievement and our students achieve excellent results.

We have strong links with local pre-schools and offer an extensive transition program that commences in July for enrolled students. We offer before and after school care and an exciting program of extra-curricular activities.

Beginning primary school is an exciting time.

The right start to school helps children build positive relationships and to develop a strong sense of identity and belonging, both of which are important to their long-term development, learning and wellbeing.

Our school tours give you the opportunity to see learning in action and meet our junior school teaching team. You can see the broad range of exciting learning programs and the many opportunities that are available to our students in

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Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Digital Technology/ Multimedia, Creative Arts, Physical Education, Japanese, Environmental Education, Hospitality (Plot to Plate Program) and Student Leadership.

Our Foundation Transition Program helps your child to become familiar with our school through specialist learning activities and play based sessions. Children will be well supported by their new teachers as they build their confidence and increase their readiness to start school.

It is incredibly rewarding for both parents and teachers to watch our children grow socially, emotionally and academically during the program and throughout their early years at Belgrave South Primary School.

The program also gives us the opportunity to welcome and involve parents in our Belgrave South Primary School community. We run sessions especially for parents to explore what the early years of school involve and how we can work together to ensure that students make the best start to school.

We are proud of our school and look forward to meeting you for a school tour.

Stuart Boyle, Principal Belgrave South Primary School 175 Colby Drive, Belgrave South VIC 3160 Phone 97542505 Email: belgrave.south.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au Web: belgravesouthps.vic.edu.au

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Engaging Students via Augmented Reality CAPTIVATING students attention and interest is a central challenge for all teachers wishing to make a real difference. That challenge was put to my colleagues and me throughout our years in training to become teachers. That was then, many years ago, and it remains so now.

Technological advances have brought with them wonderful opportunities with which to enhance the engagement of students in their learning.

Paradoxically, they have simultaneously also brought with them, frustrating distractions.

How then to maximise the positive opportunities, whilst minimising the negatives?

Insofar as minimising the distractive potential of digital technologies, the Victorian Department of Education & Training have introduced a ban on mobile phones use by students during school hours, with limited exceptions.

On the other hand, how can schools capture the potential of digital technologies to best engage students in their learning? There is certainly no shortage of software available that teachers can access with this intent.

That is only the beginning - Immersive Experience STEM Education (IXSTEM), an acronym, by the way , which was non-existent just a few years ago, offers new and exciting pathways to engagement.

At Berwick Lodge Primary School, several years ago we embarked on a journey focused on better engaging kindergarten children in their learning as they transitioned to primary school.

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Technological advances have brought with them wonderful opportunities with which to enhance the engagement of students in their learning.

This culminated in the publication of an Augmented Reality (AR) illustrated story book, titled, The Adventures of Harry the Helmeted Honeyeater & Hettie the Forest Keeper late last year. Building on the success of this initiative this year we have introduced learning units on creating AR characters for our students.

Simultaneously we have partnered with Deakin University in a research project on the potential of AR to enhance student engagement in their learning.

As educators we owe our children our best efforts to provide them with the richest of learning opportunities and having them loving to learn is the bedrock. Why not check us out?

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Cranbourne Primary School CHOOSING the right learning environment for your child is one of the biggest decisions parents make. We encourage and welcome parents to view our website for our virtual school tour (click on Enrolment tab to view tour) to decide for yourselves if our school looks like the right fit for your child.

We strive towards achieving academic improvement in all students and the provision of a safe and supportive learning environment through the development of our school values – PRIDE (persistence, responsibility, independence, discipline and enthusiasm) Our vision for Cranbourne Primary School students includes providing: ■ An environment where students have input into and take responsibility for their learning ■ A challenging and supported curriculum that is engaging ■ A highly committed staff that is motivated and dedicated to teaching ■ An environment where respect for others and unity between all members of the school community is highly valued ■ A caring and supportive environment where students feel safe and secure Students have access to a variety of specialist programs each week including PE, ICT and the Arts. Our students with English as an additional

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An environment where respect for others and unity between all members of the school community is highly valued. language are supported with our EAL teacher.

Our camping program is offered to students in grades 3-6. We provide a swimming program for all students in term 4 each year.

A diverse array of extra curricula activities are offered throughout the year. Students have the opportunities to access teacher led clubs and activities during recess and lunch times. Mad on Music is a music program which offers private and small group music lessons to families for a set fee at the school each week.

Our well-being program is led by a full time coordinator and is supported by a school chaplain.

At Cranbourne Primary School our students are involved in activities throughout the school to enhance positive relationships between students.

Playground areas are open to all students which allows siblings and students across various ages to interact during recreation periods.

Cheryl Van Deursen

Cranbourne Primary School

At Cranbourne Primary School our students are encouraged and supported to be responsible learners and supportive members of the community.

Address: Cranbourne Primary School, 42-58 Bakewell St, Cranbourne VIC 3977

Phone: (03) 5996 1744 Website: www.cranbourne-ps.vic.edu.au | Email: Cranbourne.PS@education.vic.gov.au

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Glendal Primary School REFLECTING on what has been a tumultuous first semester for schools in Victoria, and even all over the world, I look out onto beautiful school grounds on a sunny day in Glen Waverley and feel very fortunate. Our students have returned to school happily and safely and our online learning program, which worked very well, was appreciated by our community. Everyone felt well informed and supported by the school. Our staff have shown a high degree of camaraderie, team work and enhanced relationships with students and their families. We are looking to use some of the elements of the online learning program to improve communications and our day to day teaching and management programs.

We have taken the opportunity, whilst having few students on the school site for the first half of Term 2, to bring forward and complete a range of grounds improvement projects and external painting of school buildings and classrooms.

We have carried out maintenance work on play equipment and have organised for much of the equipment to be repainted in lovely bright colours. Our year 5 and 6 students are particularly excited with their new flying fox and rope climbing wall.

The Glendal Parent Group fundraising projects have contributed to this work and the provision of

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new seats for students and families. These seats set off our new artificial turf areas which, especially on a sunny day, provide comfortable places for students to sit and play.

Our leadership team recently engaged a school photographer to film a virtual tour of the learning areas within the school and the outside grounds.

A link to this tour will be available on our school website in late June as, unfortunately, we have been unable to operate school tours, this term.

We were able to complete filming whilst the students were still working at home. Our School Captains and Vice Captains are now working on a commentary to describe each learning area which will be added as audio to the virtual tour.

This virtual presentation of our school will enhance our onsite tours once these commence later next semester.

Our aim is to develop happy, resilient and socially competent children who are inspired to achieve their best. We create and make the most of opportunities, even when things look bleak, and look to a positive future.

I hope you enjoy our virtual tour and are able to visit our school in person later in the year.

Deborah Grossek, Principal

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A LEARNING COMMUNITY

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Heatherhill Primary School is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and caring learning environment that develops the whole child; academically, socially, emotionally and physically. Our teachers are committed to highly effective learning and building student capabilities to grow and thrive in an ever changing global world. We are enriched by our students and their families’ backgrounds; making Heatherhill Primary School the school of choice in our community.

For further information or to arrange a tour please call 9546 7562 Principal: Amanda McLean

John Paul College INSPIRED by the Gospels’ values, John Paul College is committed to creating and maintaining an environment within which all members of the College community experience being loved, being worthwhile, having a sense of belonging and being recognised as unique. We are a vibrant learning community where each student is supported and challenged to achieve excellence. We are committed to maintaining high positive expectations and are attentive to the needs, goals and abilities of every student.

The College promotes the importance of wellbeing as the foundation to facilitating engagement, connection and learning.

At the heart of the College is the desire for the full flourishing of each student, across religious, physical, cognitive, emotional and social domains. Students enjoy coming to school as their personal narrative is known, respected and valued. Students are continually challenged to achieve academic success and model excellent learning skills and work habits.

A diverse and rich curriculum is provided in all year levels to ensure interests, talents and aspirations are catered for and nurtured.

John Paul College offers parents, students and staff an opportunity to experience community life in a faith-filled environment. Each student is invited to develop their personal faith and the meaning and value in life through sacramental celebration, prayer, liturgy, retreats and other religious celebrations.

Social justice initiatives are flourishing through our fundraising efforts and immersion programs to the Philippines and East Timor. Students willingly

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volunteer on a number of social justice initiatives and we are very proud of our young people who, in their service to others, enrich both their own lives and those around them.

Sporting opportunities are wide and varied for students at all year levels in both individual and team competitions. Students of all skill levels are encouraged to participate through the House swimming, athletics and cross country carnivals and those who excel are supported to go on to higher level competitions at regional, state and national levels.

Our first class facilities include modern and wellappointed Resource Centre, Food Technology Centre and Science laboratories. The Ngargee Centre for Performing and Visual Arts is a beautifully appointed space; comprising modern facilities for music, drama, dance, media and fine arts. Involvement in the Arts provides students with the platform to develop their creativity and confidence in a supportive, challenging and engaging environment.

Investing in the future of our students, the College has developed a Masterplan after extensive consultation with staff, students, parents and the College Board. The plan outlines the continued development to facilities over the next 15 to 20 years, ensuring our 14 hectare grounds and buildings meet the demands of an advancing curriculum.

See the College for yourself via our online tour experience and discover what makes JPC a place to learn, grow and thrive. Take the tour at jpc.vic.edu.au

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Schools and coronavirus Grossek’s view JACKIE checked the time. She still had five minutes up her sleeve before she would be calling Barry. Barry was a long-time friend of her family, of her father more accurately. They were both primary school principals, had studied at university together and maintained a close personal relationship throughout the years since.

Jackie had never entertained the thought of becoming a teacher – the lure of good holidays had never been enough to sway her into following in her father’s footsteps, career-wise.

For her, the entertainment industry, or more particularly, radio held greatest appeal. Twenty years ago Jackie graduated with an Arts degree in media studies, landed a gig with a metropolitan community radio station, no pay of course, but a leg into her dream career. Working double shifts in bars and cafes paid the bills, honed her people skills and kept alive her radio dream.

Jackie never did make it into the big league of commercial radio, but her hobby grew. Always keen to learn and fascinated with technology, Jackie turned to podcasting, well before the mainstream radio stations had cottoned on to its potential. Now, with a weekly audience in excess of 50,000 listeners, Jackie was in her salad days.

Now, with COVID-19 on the rampage, podcasting’s popularity was on the rise. Indeed, it was one of a shrinking pool of entertainment avenues readily available to the public, a public whose freedoms to mingle were increasingly at the behest of the daily ebb and flow of coronavirus numbers.

As she dialled Barry’s mobile number, she wondered how he was faring. Her father, for his part, had struggled with leading his school through term 2. Term 2, after all heralded in remote learning for students and his school was plumb in the middle of one of Melbourne’s most socio economically disadvantaged communities.

Less than half of the students had access to computers at home, his school was most certainly not flush with the latest laptops and IPads. Added to that his technology specialist teacher was on extended sick leave.

With the announcement that Melbourne was about to return to a Stage 3 lock down, the

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ramifications for schools were profound – remote learning had to be on the cards again.

The interview with Barry, would be most interesting indeed.

“Hello. Is that Barry?”

“Yes, it is, it is…………I guess that’s you Jackie. Is it?”

Jackie noted a tiredness in Barry’s voice, a tiredness at odds with the fact that Barry was two thirds through the term 2 school vacation.

“Are you okay, Barry?”

Realising that in the moment when he answered the phone, he had let his customary guard down, Barry now regrouped.

“As well as can be expected, Jackie, given the fact we are now about to return to remote learning for our students.”

Jackie changed tack. “Look Barry, this is a prerecorded interview – how about a chat, off the record before we begin?”

“Okay,” replied Barry, somewhat relieved.

“Thanks - firstly, how are you feeling, I mean really feeling about going back to remote learning for the kids?”

Barry paused before replying, well aware of the fact that his unplugged comments off air, might not be those that he would say were they to be broadcast online.

“This is definitely not being recorded?’ he queried.

“Definitely not”, Jackie reassured him. The fact was not lost on her that school principals, by and large were reticent about speaking on the record to the media and with some good reason she mused.

“Not with a great deal of enthusiasm, I must admit.”

“Why not?”

Barry paused. The experience of providing remote learning for four weeks in term 1, had been a very stressful experience on many levels for everyone – teachers, students and parents.

Yes, it had certainly hastened the upskilling of staff in the use of technology in their practice and in record time schools had rolled out remote learning programs to their students.

The logistical challenges of doing so from scratch in just a few weeks had been monumental and on reflection, one of which all schools, not just his, could be very proud.

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Continued from page 20 The cost, however, was heavy – everyone was totally exhausted by the end of it….and glad it was over. The joy on the faces of the students as they returned to school in those last few weeks of term 1 was so uplifting, as was that of the parents, almost all of whom were simply relieved to have their children back at school. Teachers too were glad to be back on site, notwithstanding the substantial concern of catching COVID-19, given the different social distancing protocols in place in school classrooms compared with those in place in the broader community.

“Well, it’s a case of dejà vu, I guess,” replied Barry, still reticent about being totally frank with a journalist.

“What do you mean by that?” enquired Jackie, somewhat puzzled.

“We all have to go through the same thing again – I can’t imagine that parents will be thrilled. They weren’t by the end of a four-week period last time. Sure, some kids almost thrived in the remote learning environment, but most didn’t. They missed their friends. Interestingly, from my feedback many parents who initially expressed concern about their children potentially slipping back in their learning, became increasingly concerned as the weeks went by, over the social and emotional impact on their children because of the isolation from their friends and school mates. Staff found the isolation hard too.”

“Were there any benefits at all?” Jackie’s tone betrayed a sense of frustration with Barry’s apparent negativity.

Barry noted this instantly. After all he had spent the greater portion of his life working in a people-centric profession. The importance of being able to read people’s emotions well, is a pre-requisite for success in professions such as teaching.

“Sure, don’t get me wrong. We’ve learnt a lot in a hurry, a damned hurry I might add, about the provision of online learning in schools.

That will stand us in good stead post-COVID-19.

There’s no doubt that the whole exercise has brought our school community closer together – parents, staff and students. Feedback I have received and as have others, there’s a greater appreciation for the work that teachers do.

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Now, with COVID-19 on the rampage, podcasting’s popularity was on the rise.

Indeed, it was one of a shrinking pool of entertainment avenues readily available to the public, a public whose freedoms to mingle were increasingly...

How long that lasts – who knows! But it is great to feel that appreciation right now.”

“Hmmm. That’s interesting, Barry.” Jackie’s tone was appreciably more upbeat. Barry smiled inwardly.

“Well I guess we should start the interview soon Barry,” hastened Jackie, keen to keep Barry’s positive observations on the boil.

“Okay,” replied Barry. “Just a couple more things before we start. Firstly, I can’t see that remote learning as such has a great role to play in primary school education. The kids have to be supervised at home and that wouldn’t work for most parents with respect to their work commitments. Secondly, let’s not be too worried about any ‘slippage’ in the academic learning that might occur from this exercise - all those immeasurable, yet highly visible soft skill benefits the children will have gained will prove invaluable to them in years to come.”

“Yes……can you elaborate, Barry?”

“Of course. Resilience, adaptability and creativity…..to mention but a few. Thirdly, and most importantly, I would like to make the point during our interview that the whole remote learning exercise has brought to our attention, that it is the disadvantaged and the vulnerable students and their families that are suffering the most. If we act on that when this is all over then we will all be better off collectively.”

“Thanks Barry -let’s get cracking!”

Henry Grossek, Principal Berwick Lodge Primary School

Empowering each learner to thrive, servee and succeed, d hri rist inspired by the love of Christ

Enrolling now for Prep 2020 Enrolli and beyond Lakeside College is a smaller P-12 open enrolment ent d in Christian school in the Lutheran tradition located Pakenham Visit www.lakeside.vic.edu.au u.au to book your tour or complete an application online 5941 7544 enrolments@lakeside.vic.edu.au

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Specialist teachers for each subject from Year 5 Lighthouse Christian College has turned thirty (30) and with an established history and reputation of being the Christian choice for excellence in education we enter the decades to follow with confidence. Innovation is pivotal to our mission of Christian teaching and learning and 2020 will see the College soar to new heights. Deputy Principal (Academic) Mr David Lepileo describes our innovative and best practice Christian teaching and learning model as follows: Teaching and learning has shifted and so to nurture students into the future they need to discern information and think for themselves. Being the Christian choice for excellence in education, Lighthouse Christian College will be introducing new and exciting changes within its curriculum and pedagogy. Our pedagogy will have a deliberate approach to 21st century teaching practice, with our teaching style to be student focused and centered on skills such as, critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity.

Likewise, our approach to learning takes into consideration the whole child and therefore our Sub-School’s will have dedicated Chaplains and counseling services to help keep our students feeling safe, happy and enjoying learning.

Another exciting teaching and learning initiative taking place is the increased allocation of specialist teachers within years 5 and 6 Mathematics and English. VCE teachers will help students in the lower levels develop their knowledge and skills earlier so as to build their understanding for progressive growth. Similarly, Lighthouse will integrate STEM across Prep to Year 8, this will include Robitics and computer systems. The Year 9 and 10 STEM program together with the Year 11 and 12 VCAL program will engage them in a dynamic ‘Maker Space’, where they will be working on 3D printers, laser cutters and contemporary technologies to help them build skills for future success. We appreciate the funding we have received from the Commonwealth Government for cutting edge technology.

All of these changes will add to our relational culture and build on our strong educational standards underpinned by our Biblical Christian worldview. The future at Lighthouse Christian College is indeed bright.

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Loyola College is an outstanding Catholic Regional Co-educational Secondary College in the Ignatian tradition, which opened in 1980 to serve the Catholic Parishes of the North East in the Archdiocese of Melbourne.

2020 TOUR DATES 04 August 10 August 19 August

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For more tour dates or to register please visit -

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This year has been strange at best, tumultous at

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adapt to a rapidly changing world.

During 2020, we have seen the same dedication, persistence and community spirit that was shown ago. Beginning as a single prefabricated building with just four classrooms and 102 students,

can do, guiding them to become proactive and responsible global citizens of society.

a contemporary educational establishment. Fifty years on, with great persistence and commitment, our successes and those of others. While we

strategies and acts of leadership have navigated our community through shifting classroom environments. We have learnt from each other, of others to transform learning spaces onto online albeit somewhat changed.

new strategies to nourish and develop future generations of students.

Applications for Enrolment to Year 7 2022 are now open, and will close on Friday 9 October 2020.

Visit the College website to explore the College via our virtual tour: www.mackillop.vic.edu.au

Marian College MARIAN College seeks to provide young women with the opportunity to be educated within an environment that allows and encourages each person to develop fully as an individual, and as a community member. We educate 800 girls in a safe and secure environment; each girl knowing she will be cared for and supported, through our strong pastoral wellbeing structures.

We believe that learning and development should occur within a framework that values and engenders the principles of inclusiveness, justice, love and forgiveness.

We offer educational programs that are relevant, innovative and challenging. Curriculum is constantly renewed so that courses of study reflect the needs of our students. A wide range of options is available for students in the senior years, including VCE, VET and VCAL programs.

Strong academic results reflect the high expectations the College holds for students in their learning.

Our co-curricular program is designed to provide opportunities for students in sporting, cultural and academic areas. Many exciting and wonderful experiences are offered through groups such as Reading Club, Science Club, Bike Club, the Justice & Democracy Forum, the Marian Leo’s, and St Vincent de Paul.

We value, encourage and recognise the diversity of many cultures and religions within the school, as both a reflection of the wider

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community and as a means of understanding the broader world.

Entering secondary school is an exciting stage of life and this transition is a period of adjustment for the individual student and their family. At Marian, we have a team of teachers working to ensure that each family experiences a deep sense of belonging.

This year the College has a special focus on one of our Core Values, “Justice.� We continue to reaffirm our commitment to giving witness to building an inclusive community where all people are welcomed, valued and belong.

At Marian College we take great delight in welcoming families to the college to witness our programs that cater for the faith, wellbeing, academic and social needs for all our students.

Our monthly open mornings are very well attended, and provide a snapshot of daily life at the College.

Unfortunately, we are not in a position to welcome you onsite at the moment. We have produced a virtual tour of the facilities and will be offering online talk and tours from Term 3.

Viewed in conjunction with the information on the website we believe that it will support you in the decision making process of determining a secondary school for your daughter.

For more information regarding Online Tours and to request a Prospectus visit www.mariansw.catholic.edu.au

Join us online for our

YEAR 7 2022 INFORMATION NIGHT

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Marymede Catholic College MARYMEDE Catholic College is a young and vibrant school community. We aspire, in the way of Mary, to give students a passion for life, a love of learning and a determination to be of service to others.

Our school is a Catholic, co-educational college located in the northern suburb of South Morang.

Through our mission and values, we are committed to recognising and developing the unique potential of every student, from Prep through to Year 12. As a result, our curriculum nurtures the individual to achieve fullness of life through a balanced emphasis on academic, spiritual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing.

We have the highest expectations for the personal behavior and academic effort of our students. We support them in their quest to aspire towards excellence in everything they do.

Our students grow and develop in a learning environment that promotes diversity and choice.

Teachers and facilities provide students with every opportunity to develop their own interests and skills. An education at Marymede incorporates the latest technology, delivered by educators who deeply care about student outcomes, within an environment that stimulates and encourages excellence.

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This new building expands our already extensive specialist facilities for wood-working, textiles, digital technologies, CAD and 3D printing as well as new curriculum opportunities.

A complete education goes beyond the classroom. We offer diverse co-curricular programs that enhance student learning and provide opportunities to discover new talents, foster passions and aspire towards excellence.

Discovery and participation in a range of sports is encouraged through our extensive facilities and programs. Vast opportunities exist to compete in inter-school sport competitions against other schools and at state and national levels.

At Marymede, we are committed to providing your child with a complete education. An education, which encompasses our catholic faith, extensive opportunities, technology rich learning experiences and builds competent and creative learners.

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EXPLORE THE OPPORTUNITIES. Visit us online or in person (conditions permitting) to discover the diversity and choice available at Marymede.

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Individualised learning.

Co-Curricular programs for all interests Dance, STEM, Music, Sport.

Every girl matters.

Every voice is heard.

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At Mentone Girls’ Grammar we educate, empower and nurture the girls of today to be the leaders of tomorrow.

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Milgate Primary School MILGATE Primary School is a warm and friendly school community, located in East Doncaster.

Enjoying a rich multicultural community, Milgate’s school wide teaching philosophy is founded upon a commitment to empower students to ensure they will succeed as responsible global citizens and independent self-learners within today’s rapidly changing world - socially, emotionally, physically and academically.

As an accredited International Baccalaureate School offering the Primary Years Program, we provide a dynamic, inclusive learning environment that challenges students to become inquirers, thinkers and caring young people who are able to interact in the global society with respect and intercultural understanding.

Social and emotional learning is embedded across the curriculum and through partnerships with the school, parents and wider community developing student self-awareness, empathy and relationship skills as well as a sense of community and belonging.

Transition and Discovery At Milgate Primary School we have an extensive Transition Program that prepares our Foundation students for school. In addition to numeracy and literacy, we run a discovery play-based program which involves choice, promotes agency and provides opportunities for students to inquire into important concepts and personal interests.

We use the environment as the third teacher and through our different learning spaces students can investigate, problem solve, create and represent their learning in a variety of ways.

Facilities Situated within the peaceful and leafy Milgate Park Estate in East Doncaster, Milgate PS offers outstanding grounds and classrooms equipped with modern technology to support 21st century learners.

Our commitment to maintaining our facilities is evident when you enter our school grounds.

We take great pride in our school as we feel it represents the hard work and commitment of our learning community.

New playgrounds and shade areas, landscaping and garden spaces have been created to provide outstanding facilities for all our community members. Our expansive grounds feature a

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gymnasium, synthetic soccer pitch, oval, outdoor courts and a vegetable and sensory garden.

Specialists Our Specialist programs provide rich learning experiences for all students at Milgate Primary School. The Visual Arts and Performing Arts programs allow students to express themselves creatively and celebrate their learning with the wider community through the Art Show and School Musical. Our Phys Ed and Outdoor Education program introduces students to fundamental motor skills, and progressively develops skills in camping, adventure activities and social interaction. The Mandarin Language program develops students’ language awareness and skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing Mandarin.

Enrolments at Milgate Primary School are open now for students starting Foundation in 2021. Please see our website for enrolment forms and procedures. Our virtual tour is also be available to view on our website. We welcome enquiries by email or telephone if you have any queries about enrolling your child at Milgate.

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Mossgiel Park Primary AT Mossgiel Park Primary our purpose is to develop excellence within the whole child (knowledge, skills, mindset and self-worth) by providing a stimulating and relevant curriculum.

We inspire curiosity and creativity amongst our students by customising how and what we teach.

At Mossgiel Park Primary School, children of all ages learn skills that will benefit and prepare them for tomorrow’s challenges where they will “strive to success” Visit us to explore our cheerful classrooms, Digital Technology room, library, ICT Lab, music rooms, canteen and mini lab. Outside, the children enjoy three playgrounds with customised equipment. We are also very proud of our multipurpose centre ($3m) providing a full size gymnasium, music centre, kitchen and meeting rooms which we proudly share with groups from our community. These, along with our existing facilities, reflect the high quality of education offered within the walls of our school.

Our focus is to develop knowledge and skills in students through authentic and relevant experiences, where the learning areas and capabilities of the Victorian Curriculum are integrated.

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We inspire curiosity and creativity amongst our students by customising how and what we teach. offerings such as Music, Visual Arts, Physical Education and Indonesian language skills.

We embrace a blend of explicit instruction and the 5E learning approach to provide exceptional education that supports the development of the whole child.

Our teaching and learning program is engaging and promotes a love of learning and a sense of curiosity, all within a caring and supportive environment. Technology is an integral component of every child’s development.

“Learning we do and fun we have!

Students, staff and families share a real sense of community and our motto ‘Strive to Succeed’ clearly defines our intentions in all we do!” says Principal Lynn Ordish Families new to the area or to our school are welcome to book a tour of the school by calling or emailing the office on 9709 7777. It would be my pleasure to show you around our stimulating learning environment.

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A unique environment to educate the whole child.

Contact the school office on 9709 7777 to arrange a tour.

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Preshil ESTABLISHED in 1931, Preshil is Australia’s oldest progressive school. Nestled across two campuses in Kew, Preshil is coeducational, secular and entirely independent. A deliberately small school, Preshil welcomes children from three years of age into the Kindergarten right through to the completion of their secondary education in Year 12.

A confident sense of self-worth is integral to our vision of success for every child, with students supported to challenge ideas, think critically, make ethical judgements and set their own goals.

At our core remains an unshakeable commitment to encourage all children to set and achieve their own goals, and to be respected as individuals in their own right. Preshil is committed to nurturing and challenging our children in an atmosphere that inspires creativity and independent thinking in all areas of life.

The relationships between students and their teachers are sincere, respectful and focused on achieving outstanding learning outcomes, trust and a genuine regard for individuality. The Preshil approach to schooling is not competitive, and uses neither the fear of failure nor the threat of punishment to motivate children. Whilst remaining academically rigorous, we continue as a school that places genuine, respectful relationships at the centre of its operations.

The belief that education should prepare students to be active, engaged and open-minded contributors to their communities (both local and global) has led to Preshil implementing the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programmes school-wide, providing a continuum of education.

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The IB philosophy perfectly aligns with Preshil’s focus on intellectual challenge, inquiry and conceptually-driven learning.

In the Primary Years Programme (Kindergarten – Grade 6), the IB challenges children to become active participants in their own education, respecting their agency, nurturing their strengths and encouraging creativity. Through an inquiryled curriculum, children explore local and global issues through the lenses of different subjects, imbuing them with the confidence to question and think critically and creatively about the world around them The Middle Years Programme (MYP) encourages the development of Year 7-10 students as active, compassionate and lifelong learners.

The MYP facilitates an intellectually vibrant curriculum that respects and supports the individual learner. The Programme emphasises authentic challenge and creativity where students are motivated to identify and make connections between traditional subjects and the tangible world.

The Diploma Programme (DP) is a globallyrecognised alternative to the state-based Year 12 certificates and prepares students to meet tertiary study and their chosen career paths with the maturity and depth of understanding required to flourish. The DP liberates students from a rigid, competitive curriculum; it respects the needs of the whole person, celebrating independent learning and individual choice.

Preshil graduates have the courage to question, embrace their individuality and are responsible and dynamic global citizens.

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UPCOMING ONLINE INFORMATION SESSIONS AND OPEN MORNINGS Kindergarten and Primary Campus Open Mornings: Commencing 9:30am, Thursday 23 July Commencing 9:30am, Thursday 20 August Secondary Campus International Baccalaureate Information Sessions: Commencing 6pm, Thursday 30 July Secondary Campus Open Morning Commencing 9:30am, Wednesday 5 August

REGISTRATION: PRESHIL.VIC.EDU.AU/REGISTER-ATTENDANCE OR REGISTRAR@PRESHIL.VIC.EDU.AU

YEAR 7 AND 11 2021 SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED We encourage applications from students seeking an opportunity to further their imaginative and independent thinking in any avenue of learning.

We ask that applicants submit a portfolio of work displaying evidence of creativity, innovation, imagination and their ability to contribute to the Preshil community.

Applications due 18 September 2020 preshil.vic.edu.au/scholarships

Arlington Kindergarten & Primary Campus 395 Barkers, Kew VIC 3101 T: 03 9816 7900

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With over 140 years experience in raising young women, our staff develop forward thinking programmes and practices to prepare girls for a lifetime of learning, leadership and engagement in our global community.

Our campus in the Melbourne suburb of Kew provides a dynamic and nurturing environment for girls from Early Learning to Year 12. Powerful learning is central to the Ruyton culture, building on our strong academic reputation and supporting each girl to achieve her personal best. ‘We believe in girls’ is our ethos and our practice.

We empower our girls to lead lives of impact and purpose with courage, character and compassion; both now and in the future. This is how we define success.

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Situated across two campuses in the inner city of Melbourne, Simonds Catholic College is in a unique position of being the only Catholic school for boys on the doorstep of the CBD. Year 7-9 students start at the St Mary’s Campus, West Melbourne, which is just two blocks away from the Queen Victoria Market. Students move to the Year 10-12 Campus in Fitzroy North for their senior studies.

In 2020 Simonds Catholic College celebrates their 25-Year Anniversary.

The College motto, ‘Known, Supported, Inspired’ conveys the essence of our mission. The school is a learning community that promotes student wellbeing, safety and positive relationships, so that students can achieve success and reach their full potential.

“Dear Young People ... Do not be afraid to dream of great things” -- Pope Francis Simonds Catholic College is a unique inner-city school for boys with outstanding teachers, who deliver high quality programs to students within a spiritual, academic, cultural, social, and sporting dimension. There is a very strong sense of community and partnership amongst students, staff and parents as the College strives to produce the best possible outcomes for all students. Every student is capable of successful learning and Simonds Catholic College has high expectations for student engagement, attendance, behaviour and learning outcomes.

Simonds Catholic College is a vibrant multicultural community, where student successes are valued and acknowledged. Our innovative curriculum encourages both collaborative and individual learning through an extensive range of subjects and co-curricular activities and will equip our students with the skills necessary to succeed in their lives.

Simonds’ proximity to the heart of the city means we can take advantage of the many excellent cultural and sporting facilities to support and enhance our students’ learning. We are fortunate that many activities are only minutes away.

Attend Simonds Catholic College for a Talk and Tour and discover the Simonds difference for yourself. info@sccmelb.catholic.edu.au or call on (03) 9321 9200.

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Principal’s Message As Principal of Solway Primary School, I am extremely proud of our wonderful school community. Solway is at the centre of a connected community, actively involved with the school and valued for the generosity of time, energy and expertise that its members bring to the school. Our school motto ‘Our Best Always’, exemplifies the school’s work ethic and permeates the entire school community. The School‘s core values of Respect, Responsibility and Integrity are embedded into the school culture.

Teachers are committed to ensuring students have a safe, caring and positive learning environment to thrive in. Daily Circles are used to develop positive relationships and foster open and honest communication. Student safety is a high priority, as teachers understand students learn best when they feel safe and happy.

Solway is committed to the development of globally aware, civically minded lifelong learners and the importance of educating the ‘whole child’ through high expectations in literacy and numeracy and encouraging students to create and innovate through a rich curriculum. This is assisted through the provision of quality specialist programs in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Japanese, Science, Physical Education and Sport. These programs are highly valued and supported by the school community. The specialist programs are further enhanced by a range of engaging and enriching whole school programs and extra-curricular activities both within and beyond the classroom. A strong emphasis is given to educating our students to live healthy, balanced lifestyles through the promotion of healthy eating, exercise, leisure pursuits, respectful relationships and active citizenship.

The physical environment is important with careful planning from the Building and Environment sub-committee of School Council to ensure the buildings and grounds are well maintained. In 2019 a new Prep Playground was installed and a new artificial oval installed with a 2 lane running track and long jump run up. All this is a result of a very successful fundraising program, with the generosity of time, planning and financial contributions by our parents, families and local community. Our well maintained grounds comprise of a balance of landscaped areas and green space which allow students the freedom to run, encourages creative outdoor play and provides for participation in a variety of organised sports.

In 2018 Solway celebrated 10 years of sustainability, of which we are justifiably proud. As a 5 Star Sustainable School under the ResourceSmart Australian Sustainable Schools Initiative (AuSSI Vic), our Sustainability teams work hard to continue our achievements in the 5 areas of Water, Waste, Energy, Biodiversity and Curriculum. The whole school Inquiry throughline of ‘Sustainability’ ensures that this remains a focus for classroom studies across the school.

Our staff are all members of a Professional Learning Team. Teams work collaboratively with each other and are collectively responsible for the learning outcomes for the students in their care. Teachers are allocated regular time to plan, monitor, evaluate and support student learning in their areas. Classroom displays and a consistent approach to the language of learning, make learning visible for students and support continuous growth. Two Assistant Principals and a Literacy Learning Specialist, support teachers to ensure an evidence based approach to high quality teaching and learning.

Digital technologies are employed in interactive and engaging ways across the school, to build students’ knowledge and skills in navigating an increasingly digital world. These tools are used purposefully to support personalised curriculum, and encourage students to be collaborative, creative and innovative in their learning. Our Robot Club and robotics program, provide coding opportunities for students and further support the digital technologies curriculum.

As an accredited eSMART School, we recognise the importance of supporting our students and their families to develop the skills and knowledge to practise cyber safety and understand their responsibilities when using technologies and interacting online.

Before, After School and vacation care is provided at our Out of School Hours Care Hall by TeamKids.

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A virtual school tour will be available shortly on our website, so please look out. Once restrictions ease, school tours will be available in person once again.

Appointments are necessary and can be made through the School Office. I encourage new families to visit the school and see for themselves the wonderful learning environment Solway has to offer. A transition program for new students awaits and I look forward to meeting with you.

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Spring Parks Primary School SPRING Parks Primary School is a dual campus, multicultural primary school in Springvale with a current enrolment of 300 students. We are proud of our school and would welcome enquiries for a school tour.

Our teaching staff are supported by a significant number of Education Support staff including teacher aides, multi-cultural aides, a Speech Pathologist and Welfare Officers.

Together, we work as a strong team to support the needs of our diverse community. Our community partnerships include the local Chinese School; Officeworks - who volunteer at our Breakfast Clubs and Ardoch, who support volunteers to work at our school, as well as investing in our Robotics program.

Adult English classes, Computer classes and a Playgroup are also conducted on our sites to further engage with the wider community.

As with most Victorian schools, we are implementing the Victorian Curriculum and we continue to have a focus on Inquiry through our developmental approach to curriculum delivery.

Our priorities include a strong emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy which is also reflected in our staffing allocation to support students with their learning needs. In Reading and Numeracy we are a high performing school, as evidenced by our 2018 and 2019 NAPLAN results. We are very proud of the way we support our students to achieve their potential and this includes a proactive approach to building student leadership.

Specialist classes enhance our core curriculum in Visual Arts, Physical Education and Spanish.

All school programs and interactions are underpinned by the school’s core values of Respect, Engagement, Achievement, Community and Hope. The wellbeing and safety of all children is at the forefront of all we do and every decision we make and we are committed to using a Restorative Practices approach, which focuses on developing positive relationships between students, teachers and students. The school’s welfare officers have implemented social skills and self-regulation programs for targeted students and they liaise with various organisations to provide relevant and up-to-date information for our families. To compliment this work a partnership has been established with the Resilience Project which focuses on Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness.

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Our school recognises the importance of academic opportunity and excellence as a gateway to a positive future for its students and promotes thinking skills and goal setting as a way of scaffolding and articulating learning.

Every aspect of our school’s programs support the wellbeing of students, staff and families.

The school has in place excellent protocols for identifying and monitoring the wellbeing of students, through weekly meetings of the Wellbeing Team.

Interventions include liaison with Allied Health staff, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists and community partnerships.

Our school has strong relationships with its feeder kindergartens, which we visit regularly so that we can continue to forge close relationships to enhance the transition to school.

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St John’s Regional College THE Future is Bright at St John’s We encourage our students to reach for the stars through our STEM focused facilities and learning programs.

St John’s Regional College provides students with engaging learning experiences that are always future-focused.

Why do we emphasise STEM? We are living through a time of immense change – the digital age is here to stay.

St John’s students are immersed in all of the advantages that a STEM education provides.

STEM education is the foundation of all future innovation. An interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics promotes engagement with real world ideas and challenges, equipping students with the crucial skills they will need in the future.

We give choice and we provide chances for students to explore key ideas and find their passion and calling.

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Today’s student is tomorrow’s industry leader.

SJRC is where a student’s dream can become a not too distant reality!

2020 Open Days “Courage Reaches for the Stars” St John’s Regional College is a Catholic Co-Educational secondary school that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of cultures, gifts and talents, which enriches the school and marks its unique identity. Our College Motto “Courage Reaches for the Stars” inspires all to work hard to be the best they can be.

Our vibrant community boasts many different cultures and languages making us one of the most diverse and multicultural schools in Melbourne. We pride ourselves on our sense of self, community and spirituality.

Parents wishing to take a virtual tour of our facilities and meet the Principal in an online forum are invited to make a booking through https://www.trybooking.com/BALBU

OPEN EVENTS Saturday 25 July - 10am | Thursday 13 August - 9.15am Thursday 10 September - 9.15am | Thursday 22 October - 9.15am Tuesday 17 November - 6.00pm To book a tour, visit: https://www.trybooking.com/BALBU

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St Mark’s is a Catholic primary school in Dingley catering for students from Foundation – Year Six. The school is welcoming and inclusive and each individual is encouraged to develop to their full potential, with Catholic teaching and values as the foundation of all learning. Student Wellbeing is a high priority at St Mark’s and our Student Wellbeing Co-ordinator works with the Student Representative Council to foster our values throughout the school.

We provide a comprehensive and contemporary curriculum with 1: 1 computer provision for all students in Years 3 – 6 with a range of devices available for Foundation – Year 2.

St Mark’s provides a modern contemporary learning environment throughout the school, including a library, art room/kitchen, multi media studio, spacious grounds and a range of play equipment. We offer Physical Education and a comprehensive interschool sport program, Performing Arts, Library and Japanese as specialist programs as well as private music lessons and an after school art program. An excellent before and after school program is provided by Camp Australia.

We invite parental involvement through numerous opportunities and strive to build strong home and school connections.

We welcome your interest in our school and invite you to find out more by making an appointment to visit us.

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Secondary students come together TO support a sense of solidarity and Christian unity amongst the seven secondary schools in the Diocese of Sale, we prioritise opportunities for students to gather and celebrate their connection as part of one Catholic Diocesan community.

These youth ministry events play an important role in developing student leadership skills, using peer to peer ministry to encourage other students to embrace the Christian call to act in the service of others.

The leader of our Diocese, Bishop Patrick O’Regan, is a regular attendee at youth ministry events and strongly values the opportunity to connect with the young people in our schools.

Director of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Sale, Ms Maria Kirkwood, said youth ministry events give students the chance to collaborate and experience a sense of belonging in a diverse and hope-filled community.

“Our youth ministry events are just one of the ways we encourage students to become engaged and successful learners. During youth ministry workshops, students join with their peers from across the Diocese to draw on the life-giving traditions and spirituality of the Catholic faith in a nurturing environment,” she said.

In 2019, five youth ministry events were held.

Conversations with the Bishop Newly elected College Captains from all seven secondary schools came together to dialogue around what it means to be a leader in the uniquely Catholic community that is their school.

This opportunity helps the Captains to form meaningful connections with their peers and create contacts that may be called upon during their year of leading the student body at their school. The highlight of the day is the opportunity to be involved in an open dialogue and sharing session with Bishop Pat. Youth ministry celebration More than 200 students gathered during Catholic Education Week to share their faith through art, music, drama and other creative presentation methods. Senior students planned and delivered a series of workshops, creating an innovative, peer-led learning and teaching environment, with qualified educators providing support and guidance.

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Our youth ministry events are just one of the ways we encourage students to become engaged and successful learners.”

Project compassion At the beginning of Lent, students attended the annual launch of Project Compassion. Caritas Australia representative Gwen Michener shared success stories from the work of Caritas locally and globally, and challenged students to double their efforts to bring about a just world.

Social Justice Learning Day Throughout the inaugural Social Justice Learning Day, students in Years 8 to 10 learned about raising awareness for social justice issues, and creative techniques to help those in need.

Australian Catholic Youth Festival A pilgrim group of 11 teachers and 33 students from Diocesan schools joined 5000 Catholic youth from around Australia at the Australian Catholic Youth Festival in Perth. The festival gives the young people of our Diocese the inspiration and skills to help them become the next generation of leaders in our Catholic schools and parishes.

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St. Peter’s College CLYDE NORTH CAMPUS & CRANBOURNE CAMPUS ‘Developing the skills today to thrive in tomorrow’s world’ When selecting a secondary school for your child, you need to feel confident in not only what that school can deliver in Year 7, but how the school can provide a stimulating learning environment across the six years. It’s a big decision.

Our desire is for students to run excitedly through St. Peter’s College gates to commence their secondary schooling as a Year 7 student, and walk out at the end of Year 12, with confidence, a sense of purpose, and a feeling of positivity about their future lives.

Our 21st Century learner will need a skill-set of: critical thinking, effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively & creativity. St. Peter’s College strives to provide opportunities for our students to engage and excel in all of these areas.

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Cranbourne residents, we are committed to continuous improvement and have a strong focus on the development of the whole person.

As a school community we are committed to continuous improvement. As a Catholic college we are committed to the development of our students, academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually to meet the challenges of being a global citizen.

At St. Peter’s College we continue to: aspire all to lead in faith, be guided with love and inspire through learning.

Our School Motto provides us with the inspiration and permission to be ambitious as we strive to provide all students with the knowledge and skill set to make a contribution to our world.

It is in this context that we embark on a new school improvement agenda where we will: Take courage,… and…. Be not afraid (Mt 14:27) Mr Chris Black, Principal

St. Peter’s College Clyde North Campus & Cranbourne Campus

“Our Desire is for our students to run excitedly through St. Peter’s College gates to commence their secondary schooling, and walk out at the end of Year 12 with confidence, a sense of purpose, and feeling positive about their lives”.

Through COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and beyond, we assure you that we continue to have the Health & Safety of our community at the forefront of all our thinking and actions

Yr 7 2023 Enrolments: Applications Close on: 20 Aug 2021 For vacancies in all Years 8 – 12 please contact our College Registrar at:

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“As a Catholic community, we aspire to lead in faith, guide with love and inspire through learning.”

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Contact our College Registrar, via our Enrolment Enquiries Form on our website (www2.stpeters.vic.edu.au/enrolments/ enrolment-process-application/enrolmentenquiries-form/) and our Registrar, Wendy Height will be able to guide you throughout the whole process.

ACT NOW! 2022 & 2023 Enrolments GUIDED VIRTUAL TOURS Guided Virtual Campus Tours are held regularly, contact our Registrar, Wendy Height or book online: www.stpeters.vic.edu.au/enrolments.

Yr 7 2022 Enrolments: Applications Close on: 21 Aug 2020 Letters of Offer Posted: 15 Oct 2020

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CAN’T MAKE ONE OF THESE TOUR DATES? Then why not arrange a personal tour.

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‘Developing the skills today to thrive in tomorrow’s world’

Your child’s transition to school STARTING school is a big step for you and your child. It can be both challenging and exciting. As families, the support you give your child is important because you are your child’s first and most important teacher.

Tips for transition Below are some tips on how you can help your child have a positive start to school.

The year before school ■ Ask your child what they think about starting school.

■ Encourage your child to ask questions about going to school.

■ Help your child stay healthy. Make sure they have regular health and dental checks and keep immunisations up to date.

■ Encourage your child to try to do things on their own such as dressing, going to the toilet, washing their hands, unwrapping their food and opening and closing their drink bottle.

■ Talk to friends and other families about what school is like.

■ Attend transition-to-school programs and activities at your child’s early years service and school.

■ Talk to your child’s early childhood educator about things you can do at home to help your child’s learning and development.

■ Talk to the school about how you can engage in your child’s learning and development at school.

■ Ask the school what time your child starts on the first day and where to take them.

■ During the summer holidays ■ Show your child where the school is and talk about how you will get there.

■ Arrange play-times with other families whose children will be going to the same school as your child. It helps if your child knows another child at their school at the start of prep.

■ Practise the things your child will need to do to get ready for school (e.g. putting things in their bag, remembering to take a hat).

■ Confirm your before or after school care arrangements. Show your child where the outside school hours care facilities are and talk about how they will get there.

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Be positive about starting school and enjoy your child’s excitement.

■ Visit your local library and read books with your child about starting school.

The first day of school ■ Make sure your child knows who will take them to school and pick them up on the first day.

■ Help your child to organise their clothes, hat, shoes and socks the night before.

■ Help your child to pack their school bag with a snack, drink, lunch and a hat.

■ Place a spare pair of underpants and a change of clothes in a plastic bag. Let your child know these clothes are in their bag in case of any accidents at school.

■ Put sunscreen on your child in the morning if it is needed.

■ Show your child where you will meet them at the end of the school day.

■ At the end of the day talk to your child about what happened at school.

The first year of school ■ Find out about what your child is learning at school. By doing this, you can support your child’s learning and find out how your child is adjusting to school.

■ If your child is having difficulty at school, talk to their teacher. Your child can also say what they think might help them.

■ Keep talking to your child about school. Ask them about their new experiences, what they like and what they find hard.

■ If your child attends an outside school hours care service, find a way of sharing your child’s school progress with the staff.

■ Share feedback about your child’s experience of starting school with the school and early childhood service.

■ Organise time for your child and their new friends to play together outside of school.

Local early childhood services and schools will organise their own transition-to-school programs and activities each year. To find out more, talk to your child’s early childhood educator or contact the school where your child is enrolled.

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Ref:http://www.education.vic.gov.au/childhood/ parents/transition/pages/supporttransition.aspx

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Importance of effective primary learning CHILDREN learn an amazing amount as their learning journey continues through primary school.

Primary school education continues in Years 1 to 6 where children receive a strong foundation in eight core subject areas: ■ English ■ Mathematics ■ Science ■ society and environment ■ technology and enterprise ■ languages ■ the arts ■ health and physical education.

Literacy and numeracy are important learning areas. Learning focuses on ensuring your children understand mathematics, and learn to read and write competently. Many schools have specialist literacy and numeracy teachers to help your children develop these important skills.

Programs are designed to build natural curiosity and foster inquiring minds in the area of science and technology. In society and environment, they learn about the history and traditions at the heart of Australia’s democratic society.

Teachers plan for a balance of activities based on the learning needs of your children and other children in their class. In some instances specialist teachers teach the class, for example in art, music and physical education.

The classroom layout is more formal than Preprimary with students sitting together in groups or rows. Your children spend more time working at their desk and in small groups. Set days and times are allocated to each subject area.

If your children are having difficulty with any of the learning, speak with their teacher.

Homework and study Homework reinforces and supports the things your children learn at school. It is designed to get your children thinking and applying what they learn in different ways and encourages them to become independent learners.

During the first years of primary school homework involves fun activities such as:

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reading with your children every day encouraging your children to draw, write and tell stories ■ practising using numbers ■ encouraging your children to observe things in nature and to ask questions.

As your children progress through school, they receive specific tasks and projects designed to apply their knowledge in different ways - for example creative writing, oral presentations and assignments.

You can help your children by: ■ setting aside a set time each day for homework (also allow time for play and relaxation) ■ setting up a ‘homework space’ where your children can do their homework ■ setting up a schedule for big projects that take longer to complete so they are not left with one day to finish it ■ letting your children have a go at their homework first before helping them ■ asking your children to explain what they have done - explaining things in their own words is a great way to learn ■ checking your children’s homework when they are done for the day and working through any errors together ■ knowing where your children are up to with their homework so they do not fall behind.

If your children are having problems with their homework or with a specific subject or project, ask their teacher to spend some extra time helping them through the task.

Talk with your children’s teacher about the school’s homework policy for more details.

Ref: http://www.education.vic.gov.au ■ ■

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ST. PAUL’S Primary School

ST. PAUL’S Catholic Primary School began in 1956 and has maintained its multi-cultural links to the West Sunshine Community. St. Paul’s celebrates the traditions of the Catholic Church and, as a community, we live the Gospel Values.

At St. Paul’s we value the gifts that each person brings and respect the uniqueness of each individual. We encourage students to reach their full potential by offering educational and extra curricular activities where all have an opportunity to succeed.

Our staff are committed to meeting the needs of all students to ensure they are prepared for life long learning.

Students, staff and parents are proud to be part of the school community and work together to achieve and succeed.

For further information on enrolment and open days please contact the school office on 9363 1568.

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“...two educators I admire told me about a public elementary school that I simply must visit. One of these colleagues, a big thinker in school reform, said that this just may be his “favourite school on the planet.” A little web research, a few email exchanges, and a long flight later, I was on my way to Wooranna Park Primary School.”

Suzie Boss, Edutopia, George Lucas Foundation “Wooranna Park is an institution that we not only idolize but also hope to emulate in our efforts at revolutionizing education in India.”

Parmeet Shah, Bio for Ray Trotter: Ray is principal of Wooranna Park Primary School in Dandenong North, Victoria.

He is a firm believer that if young children are to maximize their learning, then schools must be a place of optimism, excitement and challenge.

In 2007 Ray was the co-recipient of Monash University’s ‘Jeff Northfield Memorial Award for Excellence in Research’ and in 2009 Deakin University named their flexible learning centre after him.

Ray’s qualifications include: FACE, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education and Trained Primary Teachers Certificate.

Marathon Group “It’s not unusual for students to take their inquiries outside school. They have ready access to tools for connecting, such as Google Hangout, and don’t have to wait for adults to make connections for them.”

Suzie Boss, Edutopia “Wooranna Park where school is like Disneyland” Benjamin Preiss State Political Reporter for The Age

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WOORANNA PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL

ENQUIRIES AND SCHOOL TOURS

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A warm invitation is extended to all families considering Wooranna Park Primary School

Prep Entry & Year 7 School Listings PREP ENTRY Beaconsfield Primary School .............................. 4 & 5 Belgrave South Primary School ........................ 6 & 7 Berwick Lodge Primary School ........................ 8 & 9 Cranbourne Primary School .......................... 12 & 13 Glendal Primary School .................................... 14 & 15 Heatherhill Primary School ....................................... 17 Lakeside College ............................................................. 23 Lighthouse Christian College ....................... 24 & 25 Marymede Catholic College ......................... 32 & 33 Mentone Girls’ Grammar ..... 34, 35 & Back cover Milgate Primary School ................................... 36 & 37 Mossgiel Park Primary School .................... 38 & 39 Our Lady of the Assumption Primary School .... 41 Preshil School ......................................................... 42 & 43 Ruyton Girls’ School .......................................... 44 & 45 Solway Primary School ..................................... 48 & 49 Spring Parks Primary School ......................... 50 & 51 St Marks Primary School – Dingley ........... 54 & 55 St Paul Apostle North Primary School ............... 61

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St Paul’s Primary School – Sunshine ................... 63 Woorana Park Primary School ..................... 64 & 65 YEAR 7 ENTRY SCHOOLS Caroline Chisholm Catholic College ................... 11 John Paul College ................................................. 18 & 19 Kilbreda College ............................................................... 21 Lakeside College ............................................................. 23 Lighthouse Christian College ....................... 24 & 25 Loyola College ................................................................... 27 Mackillop College .......... Front cover, 2, 3, 28 & 29 Marian College ....................................................... 30 & 31 Marymede Catholic College ......................... 32 & 33 Mentone Girls’ Grammar ..... 34, 35 & Back cover Preshil School ......................................................... 42 & 43 Ruyton Girls’ School .......................................... 44 & 45 Simonds Catholic College .............................. 46 & 47 St John’s Regional College ............................. 52 & 53 St Joseph’s College ......................................................... 57 St Peter’s College ................................................. 58 & 59

Contents Beaconsfield Primary School .............................. 4 & 5 Belgrave South Primary School ........................ 6 & 7 Berwick Lodge Primary School ........................ 8 & 9 Caroline Chisholm Catholic College ................... 11 Cranbourne Primary School .......................... 12 & 13 Glendal Primary School ....................................... 4 & 15 Grossek’s View ....................................................... 20 & 22 Heatherhill Primary School ....................................... 17 John Paul College ................................................. 18 & 19 Kilbreda College ............................................................... 21 Lakeside College ............................................................. 23 Lighthouse Christian College ....................... 24 & 25 Loyola College ................................................................... 27 Mackillop College .......... Front cover, 2, 3, 28 & 29 Marian College ....................................................... 30 & 31 Marymede Catholic College ......................... 32 & 33 Mentone Girls’ Grammar ..... 34, 35 & Back cover Milgate Primary School ................................... 36 & 37 Mossgiel Park Primary School .................... 38 & 39

Our Lady of the Assumption Primary School ...... ....................................................................................................... 41 Prep entry & Year 7 schools ...................................... 66 Preshil School ......................................................... 42 & 43 Ruyton Girls’ School .......................................... 44 & 45 Secondary students come together ..................... 56 Simonds Catholic College .............................. 46 & 47 Solway Primary School ..................................... 48 & 49 Spring Parks Primary School ......................... 50 & 51 St John’s Regional College ............................. 52 & 53 St Joseph’s College ......................................................... 57 St Marks Primary School – Dingley ........... 54 & 55 St Paul Apostle North Primary School ............... 61 St Paul’s Primary School – Sunshine ................... 63 St Peter’s College ................................................. 58 & 59 The importance of effective primary learning ..... ...................................................................................................... 62 Victoria school guides website ................................ 10 Woorana Park Primary School ..................... 64 & 65 Your child’s transition to school ............................ 60

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