Positive wellbeing is fundamental to a child’s ability to learn, develop and thrive at school.
We know that when students feel supported, they are more engaged with their learning.
At Sydney Catholic Schools, we commit to providing safe, supportive and inclusive environments which nurture the wellbeing of all students and staff in our community.
Our student wellbeing policy is underpinned by the Australian Student Wellbeing Framework. The framework recognises five elements that are key to supporting the whole school community to build and maintain safe, positive relationships and wellbeing: leadership, inclusion, student voice, partnerships and support.
This is complemented by the Be You Framework, a national initiative for educators aimed at promoting and protecting positive mental health in children and young people. The integration of both frameworks supports our school communities to provide every student with the strongest foundation possible for them to reach their aspirations in learning and in life.
We have a systemic approach to wellbeing and positive behaviour with tiers of support to meet the diverse needs of staff, students and families. The offerings range from whole school initiatives, actively seeking student voice, system policies on anti-bullying, student counselling, staff training in student wellbeing, along with targeted interventions for students with complex social and emotional needs.
At St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School Summer Hill, we promote a range of initiatives to support the wellbeing of our students. Our picnic style approach to eating at recess and lunch allows the students to socialise with their peers and helps bring the whole community together.
The Kindergarten – Year 6 buddy system ensures our youngest students have a trusted senior student to assist them, especially as they settle into life at big school.
The school implements the Positive Behaviours for Learning (PBL) framework across all aspects of school life. The PBL Framework and school routines support students with clear and consistent expectations.
Whole class and small group sessions that focus on learning about emotions, relationships and how to be a great friend promote positive wellbeing for all students.
