The transition from
primary to secondary schooling can be a difficult one and demands our full
attention. The major reason for this
is that the needs of young adolescents in the middle years of schooling, year’s
five to nine, are not best met by a major change in their schooling. Throughout
these years young adolescents need stability, safety and security, connections
to significant adults and a challenging, engaging curriculum that, taken
together, enables them to fully develop as learners.
At
Bundoora continual improvement in the management of transition is taking place.
This has involved serious constructive analysis of our practices and structures
and reflects our commitment to middle year’s reform. The result is evident in
our unique Middle Years teams approach to organising learning. There is also a
greater emphasis on sustained improvements in literacy and student engagement in
schooling.
The immediately apparent strengths of the College include
Strong relationships between students and teachers: we know our students.
Secure working environment that includes peaceful, expansive grounds and
landscaped courtyards. We have developed a master plan for landscaping of
external grounds.
Extensive co-curricular programs including interschool sport, drama, music,
arts exhibitions, camps, SRC, amongst others.
Student Welfare team, led by the Student Welfare Coordinator, supported by
senior school leader, team leaders, assistants, and the school nurse.
ECA centre including gymnasium, weights room, well-equipped drama studio.
Well-appointed Arts and Technology wing including two and three dimensional
Studio Arts, Media Studies, Ceramics, Wood Technology, and Food Technology
facilities.
Dedicated computer, music and science laboratories.
Focus on integrating learning technologies across the curriculum.
Wealth of resources, including well-appointed classrooms, air conditioning,
library resource centre, canteen and student relaxation areas.
Stephen Smith
Principal
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