It promotes a climate in which there is mutual respect and acceptance between staff and students. This is underpinned by the College’s Wellbeing Framework.
St Patrick’s College Wellbeing Framework
The focus of student wellbeing is to know the individual, nurture them and challenge them to be more and give more in a variety of areas.
In both the Middle School (Years 5- 8) and the Senior School (Years 9-12) student wellbeing is centered on the class and homeroom teacher, supported by the Year Coordinator and the Director of Middle School/ Senior School.
Student Management Procedures seek to develop a school climate which promotes a high degree of self-discipline and self-respect within students.
The College maintains justifiable expectations in terms of positive and respectful relationships, grooming, travel, application to learning and involvement in Co-curricular activities.
The Student Management Procedures aim to:
- Establish systems where appropriate behaviour is affirmed and positive contributions to the school community are rewarded and, where necessary, appropriate sanctions are applied when behaviour is inappropriate or unacceptable. A system of commendations, infringements and levels operate to support this process.
- Maintain discipline and improve student behaviour by educating students, parents and staff in the thinking and procedures underlying College discipline and by regularly evaluating it.
To complement the pastoral responsibilities of the teaching staff, the College has three full time Counsellors to support boys and their families.
Mandatory involvement in camps, reflection days and retreats as well as opportunities to be involved in peer support, student leadership and College Cup activities provide excellent avenues for other wellbeing initiatives.
Inspired by the Gospel and Edmund Rice, the College seeks to educate resilient and spirited young men who are challenged to serve. Our vision is to prepare faithful and inclusive young men for a dynamic world.
Enhanced when students:
- Connect with parish, religious, spiritual and cultural backgrounds
- Engage in prayer, reflection and liturgy
- Reflect on behaviour through ethical and spiritual understanding
- Participate in justice initiatives
- Act with environmental stewardship
Enhanced when students:
- Experience clear expectations, relevant learning and timely feedback
- Have a voice in their learning
- Develop academic plans that build on strengths
- Are challenged appropriately
- Learn in an environment that supports risk-taking, creativity and engagement
Enhanced when students:
- Build self-awareness and relationship skills
- Reflect on emotional interactions
- Make responsible decisions with guidance
- Develop resilience and manage setbacks
- Work to prevent bullying and harm (online and offline)
- Respect diversity
- Seek help when needed
Enhanced when students:
- Feel connected and valued within the community
- Build positive, respectful relationships
- Participate in leadership opportunities
- Engage in co-curricular life (e.g. College Cup, Peer Support, mentoring)
- Demonstrate pro-social behaviours
Enhanced when students:
- Take responsibility for safety
- Maintain healthy sleep and activity habits
- Make good nutrition choices
- Develop self-awareness and make responsible decisions about risk
Shining the St Patrick's Way
Enter
- Line up outside of class quickly and quietly following the bell
- Ensure your uniform is appropriate: shirt tucked in, top button and tie done up
- Enter the classroom quietly and stand behind your allocated desk according to the seating plan
- Wait to be greeted by the teacher and commence lesson with prayer
- Place learning materials on desks and be prepared to learn on teacher instruction
Engage
- Engage with learning intentions for the lesson
- Open your laptop if you have been instructed to
- Interact respectfully with your teacher and peers
- Try your best and respect the learning of others at all times
- Seek and implement feedback
Exit
- Review learning intentions
- Ensure lesson pack up is conducted in an orderly and respectful manner when instructed to by teacher
- Ensure uniform is appropriate
- Leave the workspace tidy for others
- Wait for teacher instruction for dismissal
Playgrounds
- Show respect to staff and peers at all times
- Adhere to designated times scheduled for play areas
- Leave your seating area clean and put litter in bin
- Move promptly to class at the sound of the bell
- Stand in line at Canteen/Cafeteria, wait for your turn to be served and have your Student ID card ready
- ‘No hat, no play’
Movement around the College
- Walk quietly, no running or talking loudly
- Keep pathways clear for staff, visitors etc
- Always listen to teacher directions
- Review College monitors/noticeboards for important information
Representing the College
- Ensure College uniform is worn as per expectations
- Line up in designated areas to board buses and wait behind allocated line markings
- Tap Opal card when catching public transport
- Allow Year 5 and 6 students to board school buses first
- Find a seat (if available) and engage with peers appropriately
- Always be respectful when participating in co-curricular activities and College events
Begin your journey and let your light shine
Every boy who walks through our gates begins a journey shaped by faith, friendship and challenge. This is where confidence grows, talents emerge and young men learn to live with purpose and heart.