CBC Fremantle Prospectus

“Every boy will become a man, but not every boy becomes a gentleman.”

Welcome to the journey

Welcome to CBC Fremantle, a school in the tradition of Edmund Rice for boys in Year 7 to 12 and one of Australia’s finest Catholic schools.

Established in 1901, the College specialises in boys’ education and provides a breadth of experiences that give equal value to spiritual, academic, emotional, cultural and sporting development. The College supports students to become leaders and true gentlemen who, informed by Christian values and with a strong sense of justice, are prepared to shape a better world.

Our teachers understand how boys learn and provide educational experiences that challenge and extend them to achieve personal excellence. The College’s unique Pastoral Care programmes involve ceremonial rites of passage that nurture young men throughout their secondary school years, underpinned by strong teacher/student and school/family relationships that are integral to the development of our good young men ... our gentlemen.

History

Time hasn’t changed society’s need for good men. That’s what led the Christian Brothers to establish a Catholic school for boys in Fremantle during the Federation years in Western Australia.

CBC Fremantle traces its origins back to 1882 when the Fremantle Catholic Boys’ School was first opened in High Street in a building still standing on the school grounds. In 1901, due to a change in the colony’s education act, the religious order of Christian Brothers was invited to take charge of the Parish School and establish a High School for the education of boys in Fremantle.

In the spirit of the Edmund Rice story, the founding Brothers provided education to local boys in need, recognising the dignity of every human being and with a strong sense of social justice that remains at the core of CBC Fremantle to this day. Their legacy is evident in the College’s culture and motto, Palma Virtuti (Goodness is its own reward), which has guided the College for more than six decades.

The community of the Christian Brothers has remained an integral part of the school’s life since its historical beginnings. For much of the College’s history this community provided all of the staffing for the school and accepted responsibility for the wellbeing of students.

In the last 40 years CBC Fremantle has been staffed predominantly by lay teachers. While the involvement of the Brothers in the day-to-day life of the College is less direct, the ethos and values of the Edmund Rice tradition continue to be developed by our staff.

CBC Fremantle is governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia, the College Board and the Principal. The College is a member of the Catholic Education Office of WA and is one of 42 schools in Australia that form a national network of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition. The educational policies of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority are followed and only courses recognised by this authority are taught.

CBC Fremantle continues today on its original site and experiences a strong sense of identity with the surrounding Fremantle community. In striking a balance between the positive progress of modern day society and the enduring values and traditions of its forefathers, the College serves to enrich young men’s lives and the communities which they will serve.

Pastoral Care

At CBC Fremantle, students are guided through their transition to manhood to become good men ... gentlemen.

With more than a century of experience in assisting parents to guide boys into becoming men, the College draws on a rich tradition of Pastoral Care. Our unique programmes involve ceremonial rites of passage and nurture young men throughout their secondary school years, as well as supporting parents in strengthening their relationship with their sons.

House System

At the heart of the College’s Pastoral Care programme lays the House system where the individuality of each student is recognised and every member of the community is nurtured and encouraged. The College has four Houses named after influential people in the history of the College or local community: Morgan, Patrick, Rice and Samson.

Each House is comprised of seven sub-groups called Mentors. On entry to the school each boy is assigned to a Mentor Room where he meets with his House Mentor and peers each morning.

A student will usually spend his time at the College with the same Mentor teacher, who is concerned with the social, emotional and physical wellbeing and academic progress of each boy.

Heads of House provide leadership for House Mentors, assisting them to work as part of a team and also liaising with the Vice Principal on matters of importance.

We engender Christian values of trust, cooperation and concern for others and a well structured discipline system is in place, recognising the rights and responsibilities of all in the College community. Where teasing or bullying problems arise the ‘No Blame Approach’ is adopted. Through mediation, led by the Pastoral Care Coordinator, students are encouraged to recognise their mistakes and take the appropriate corrective action without the threat of punishment. If the problem persists, disciplinary action is taken.

Catholic Teaching

Our Catholic community upholds the traditions of Blessed Edmund Rice while fostering positive relationships throughout the school environment.

CBC Fremantle welcomes families and children from other Christian denominations, and finds great community solidarity in sharing Christian values while holding true to our distinctively Catholic nature.

Educating young men in faith is no easy task. Today’s youth often grow up confused about their values because of the attitudes of the society in which we live, and the world portrayed through the media. The impact of the message from our schools is often dampened when young people are confronted with leaders and outstanding figures in business, sports, politics and entertainment behaving in a manner not consistent with Christian values. At CBC Fremantle we seek to highlight the relevance of faith to life as part of our teaching and learning programme.

Religious Education is the central component of the College curriculum. Boys in Years 7 to 12 are required to undertake a rigorous curriculum that includes the core teachings of Christ as found in the Gospel, the doctrines of the Catholic Church and its history. All boys are also required to participate in the College’s liturgical programme and students have the opportunity to participate in the Church’s sacraments, including a regular celebration of the Eucharist. The Christian Service Learning Programme gives boys the opportunity to engage in service programmes throughout their time at the College and is a graduation requirement of CBC Fremantle.

Curriculum

At CBC Fremantle, our teachers understand how boys learn and provide educational experiences that challenge and extend them to achieve personal excellence.

With a teacher-student ratio that maximises the individual’s learning and yet provides a capability for dynamic teamwork, our objective is to provide an academic challenge which enables each boy to realise his potential. At CBC we create an environment to support success by providing:

• A friendly environment which promotes a good work ethic and encourages all boys to acquire an independent and critical approach to learning;

• A wide range of sporting, musical, arts and co-curricular club activities through which boys can develop a breadth of interests and learn to work cooperatively;

• Specialised programmes in Christian Leadership, Physical and Outdoor Education, Academic Excellence, Technology and Computing, Music and the Arts.

Students who require additional learning support receive specialist attention at CBC Fremantle. Very able boys are offered additional teaching to inspire and nourish their enthusiasm.

Year 7 Curriculum

The curriculum draws on the best of both traditional primary and secondary education. Each student works with a numeracy specialist for Mathematics and Science and a Literacy specialist for English and Society and Environment. Arts and Technology and Enterprise are delivered by specialists in their respective fields.

Year 8 Curriculum

Year 8s complete a set timetable that allows them to explore a wide range of subject areas. This exposure ensures informed choices in Year 9 and beyond. Students study the core subjects for the full year as well as rotating each term through a different Arts and Technology and Enterprise subject.

Year 9 and 10 Curriculum

Year 9s and Year 10s complete core subjects and three electives.

Year 11 and 12 Curriculum

Students select five courses of study in addition to the compulsory Religion and Life course. Satisfactory completion of the Year 12 course leads to the WA Certificate of Education.

The College has facilities to present a balanced curriculum that provides opportunities for students with academic and technical skills. In recent years about 70 percent of our students have moved into university studies and about 30 percent have enrolled for TAFE courses and the work force through apprenticeships or other forms of schoolbased training.

INSTEP

The Innovative Skills Training and Education Programme (INSTEP) provides senior students who are seeking vocational employment with the opportunity for ongoing work placement while completing Years 11 and 12. Students are assessed in their normal school subjects as well as their level of competency in the generic and specific skills associated with work placements. Participation in INSTEP encourages a growth in confidence and purpose, assists students with secondary graduation and acceptance to TAFE, and creates opportunities for full-time employment.

VET

Vocational Education and Training (VET) is offered to senior students to allow them to gain nationally accredited certification.

Co-Curriculum

At CBC Fremantle, our students enjoy a range of activities to help them achieve their goals, and an important part of the motivation to succeed is our co-curricular programme.

To assist in the education of the whole boy, and to promote a healthy lifestyle and physical aptitude, all students are expected to participate in weekly House Sports and are encouraged to be involved in other co-curricular activities.

Sports Programme

CBC Fremantle offers a variety of team sports including basketball, cricket, football, hockey, rowing, volleyball, tennis, touch rugby, soccer, squash and beach games.

All year levels compete in the school’s swimming, athletics and cross-country carnivals and the College is always represented by big teams at these events. CBC students are involved in a number of sports at state and national level.

Music Programme

CBC Fremantle has a thriving Music culture and ensembles regularly perform at College functions and community events and festivals. Students are also instructed in theory and composing using the latest software in a dedicated Music computer studio.

Information and Communication Technology

CBC Fremantle has a progressive ICT programme that enhances the College’s teaching and learning environment. Laptops are issued to every student at Year 7 and are seamlessly integrated into the curriculum until Year 12.

ICT empowers students to become motivated and autonomous learners. Access to current technologies, supported by a robust ICT infrastructure, including a high speed wireless network across the campus, enables boys to be active and creative in achieving their academic goals.

Parent Support

At CBC Fremantle our close-knit College community, underpinned by strong teacher/student and school/family relationships, is integral to the development of our good young men.

We recognise and acknowledge all parents as the primary educators of their children. By being explicit about our College values and our hopes for each of the young men in our care, we invite parents to trust that we will reinforce their work during the school day to deliver a consistent message to a young man about what it means to develop as a gentleman.

This support is also readily expressed in the willingness of so many of our parents to provide voluntary service at the College. The College Board, Parent Auxiliary and Music Parent Group are formal expressions of this selflessness but there are many others. Service in the canteen or uniform shop, providing exam supervision or assisting at a variety of College events ranging from Open Day to House fundraisers are excellent examples for the boys and assists them in understanding their Christian calling to serve others.

Parent Auxiliary

The Parent Auxiliary is a group of parents who meet on a regular and formal basis to provide support and advice to the College’s administrative team especially related to areas of parental support.

CBC Fremantle is located in the heart of the port city of Fremantle. With a rich history and proud community, the College is one of the oldest schools in Western Australia and enjoys a strong connection with the local parish of St Patrick’s. The College campus can be seen here to the left of Fremantle Park, on the corner of Ellen and Stirling Streets, with the original school built in 1882 shown on page 5 still standing on the main High Street into Fremantle.

The journey to manhood

IN A CULTURE WHERE YOUNG ADULTS CAN RECEIVE CONFLICTING MESSAGES ABOUT GOOD VALUES AND EXPECTED BEHAVIOURS, CBC FREMANTLE HAS EMBRACED THE RITE JOURNEY TO ASSIST OUR BOYS AS THEY BEGIN TO MAKE THEIR TRANSITION INTO HEALTHY, RESPECTFUL AND RESPONSIBLE YOUNG MEN.

Taking the first step

The Rite Journey is a unique educational programme designed for Year 9 boys which supports the development of self-aware, engaged, responsible and resilient young men.

Year 9 is a time of significant change in the lives of adolescent boys. It is widely recognised as an important developmental stage when boys may look to establish their independence, test boundaries, take risks and question some aspects of authority.

Today’s boys...tomorrow’s gentlemen

There are significant challenges that many young people face in today’s society. Learning to be a young man involves guidance, mentoring and a great many questions. However, in our society today we often see young people turning to peers, the media and the internet to source this knowledge and support. There has been a loss of human-connection and nurturing as a variety of screens and devices dominate adolescents’ lives in our technologically saturated world.

At CBC The Rite Journey provides the developing young men with the opportunity of experiencing rites of passage and important life lessons,

THE RITE JOURNEY PROVIDES THE DEVELOPING YOUNG MEN WITH THE OPPORTUNITY OF EXPERIENCING RITES OF PASSAGE AND IMPORTANT LIFE LESSONS, GUIDED BY CARING TEACHERS AND SIGNIFICANT ADULT MENTORS.

guided by caring teachers and significant adult mentors. During The Rite Journey students have numerous opportunities to define what it is to be a respectful and responsible young man in the world. The College community works alongside parents and another adult male mentor so an ongoing supportive and rewarding relationship is formed that offers guidance for each boy beyond the culmination of the year-long programme.

The Rite Journey is exciting in its vision of helping boys move towards beginning manhood. It complements the College’s aim to develop good young men who act as agents of change to create a more just and caring society.

There are seven steps in The Rite Journey programme:

The journey

The Calling and The Departure

The first step in the programme symbolises the boys being called to the journey of becoming a man. The ceremony involves a poignant reflection of their childhood and appreciation of the love and support of their parents and families. The boys then symbolically ‘depart’ on the journey with their Rite Journey teachers.

The Following

For the entire school year, students meet once a week with their Rite Journey teacher to engage in activities, discussions and challenges related to being a respectful and responsible adult. As part of the process beyond the classroom, encouraging life-long growth and development, the student also develops a strong bond with an adult male mentor he and his family have chosen.

Challenges

Appropriate risks along the journey provide the boys with increasing awareness of themselves and those around them. Involving the physical, social, emotional and spiritual development of the young men, the challenges foster reslience and nurture self-esteem.

The Abyss

Towards the end of the year’s programme, the students participate in a solo experience which symbolises coming into adulthood. Camping out alone and going through a period of self-reflection encourages a commitment to self-responsibility and reliance.

The Return and The Homecoming

The culmination of the programme is a powerful ceremony symbolising the return of the young man who departed a boy at the beginning of the year. Given the changes they have experienced during the year, the young men consider what their fears, doubts, hopes and dreams are, and write a letter to themselves as a benchmark for their future as a good young man.

THE RITE JOURNEY IS EXCITING IN ITS VISION OF HELPING BOYS MOVE TOWARDS BEGINNING MANHOOD.

Front: The hiking challenge as part of ‘The Abyss’.

Middle left: The Calling ceremony.

Middle right: The Retreat component. Right: The Homecoming ceremony.

Positive peer relations at CBC

AT CBC FREMANTLE, YOUNG MEN LEARN HOW TO BE GENTLEMEN. INFORMED BY CHRISTIAN VALUES, STUDENTS ARE EQUIPPED TO BE LEADERS WHO WILL SHAPE A BETTER WORLD. EVERY STUDENT LEARNS IN AN INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT AND POSITIVE BEHAVIOURS AND ACHIEVEMENTS ARE CONSISTENTLY ACKNOWLEDGED AND REWARDED.

Effective Pastoral Care

CBC Fremantle is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students and members of the school community and recognises the need to create a positive, caring environment to support and encourage personal excellence and achievement. Effective Pastoral Care at CBC is a pivotal element in providing each boy with a sense of security, self-worth and of developing into a good young man.

All members of staff work towards building healthy relationships with students and nurturing their growth and development. With positive role-modelling and leadership from senior students, the whole school community contributes to a climate of respect and friendship where students appreciate their own role in building a positive environment.

Students meet every morning in vertical House Mentor Groups comprising Year 12 through to Year 7, building strong relationships, loyalty and support throughout the College. Modelling and teaching good social skills, resilience, conflict resolution and how to respond to bullying and anti-social behaviour is integrated into classroom pactice. High visibility of staff presence on grounds during all breaks as well as positive classroom

CYBER BULLYING CAN OCCUR OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS AND OFF CAMPUS.

FOR THIS REASON, AT CBC FREMANTLE WE UNDERTAKE TO ADDRESS CYBER BULLYING WHENEVER AND WHEREVER IT OCCURS IF IT RESULTS IN COMPROMISING THE WELLBEING OF ANY STUDENT, OR RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN STUDENTS AND GROUPS OF STUDENTS.

management strategies also highlight our concern for students’ safety and wellbeing.

CBC action against inappropriate behaviour

If the safety and wellbeing of any of our students is compromised, practices which focus on positive behaviour change and accountability are invoked. These ‘restorative’ measures include reflection on how hurtful behaviours affect others and ‘making things right’ rather than punitive approaches.

Suspected bullying behaviour is reported to the Head of House who engages with concerned parties and notifies parents. The report is documented and ongoing feedback and monitoring facilitates open communication and trust. The primary aim is restore relationships in the most positive manner and, if appropriate, the College Counsellors are available for support.

The College Pastoral Care team consisting of Heads of House, College Counsellors and Deputy Principal of Pastoral Care work together to promote a positive outcome for all incidents involving conflict or confrontation.

What is bullying?

• Behaviour that hurts, threatens, embrarrasses or intimidates and is repeated.

• Is defined by the effects on the victim, not the intent of the person doing the bullying.

• Can take many forms: verbal/written, physical, psychological/emotional and cyber.

• Usually involves an imbalance of power (eg. group versus one or two others), and causes harm or distress to those bullied.

• Can lead to low self-esteem, school refusal, impaired social functioning, anxiety and depression.

What can you do if you are being bullied?

• Tell your parents, your mentor teacher or a staff member. This is not ‘dobbing’; it is your right to be safe and treated with respect at all times. The sooner you report bullying, the sooner it stops.

• Avoid trying to get even. It often makes the situation worse.

• Find a place where you feel comfortable.

• Have your own support group by building strong friendships at school.

As a student, what can I do to stop bullying?

• Be a supportive bystander. Bystanders can play a positive or negative role in bullying. The negative roles include actively joining in the bullying, passively witnessing it and doing nothing or giving encouragement or silent approval. If you witness bullying, take a stand by telling the person to stop, or reporting it to a staff member

• Show care and respect to others at the College. Make a special effort towards someone who seems lonely or is having a hard time.

• If you get involved in bullying yourself, stop it and put things right with the boy you have hurt.

AT OUR COLLEGE STRATEGIES AND ROLE MODELLING FROM STAFF AND SENIOR STUDENTS ENCOURAGES STRONG, CAMPUS-WIDE VALUES AGAINST BULLYING.

Tips for parents

• If your son reports that he is being bullied, encourage him to talk freely. Discuss ways of addressing the issue.

• Contact his Head of House or Deputy Principal of Pastoral Care. This is very imporant as bullying usually does not stop without intervention at the school level.

• Assure your son that the process that the College follows to address bullying is confidential, effective and minimises any risk of reprisal. The College takes any attempt at retribution very seriously.

• Discourage any form of retaliation as this may make the matter worse. Desist from contacting the alleged bully or his family in the first instance. Trust the College to do the initial follow-up.

• Be vigilant for signs that may indicate your son is being bullied. These include reluctance to go to school, mood swings, complaints like headaches and stomach pains, sleep disturbance and social withdrawal.

CBC RESPONDS POSITIVELY AND IMMEDIATELY TO ALL INCIDENTS OF BULLYING AND HARRASSMENT.

Parents/ Student Classroom Teacher Mentor Teacher Staff/ Coach Peers

Head of House College Counsellors

Deputy Principal of Pastoral Care Principal

Flowchart for reporting inappropriate behaviour at CBC

Pastoral Care in Sport

AT CBC FREMANTLE THE SPORT PROGRAMME IS A DYNAMIC COMPONENT OF THE COLLEGE’S PASTORAL CARE, SHAPING AND EDUCATING STUDENTS IN AREAS THAT REACH BEYOND THE CLASSROOM AND FOSTERING SKILLS IN LEADERSHIP, TEAMWORK AND INDEPENDENT THINKING.

At CBC Fremantle the Sport programme is a dynamic component of the College’s pastoral care, shaping and educating students in areas that reach beyond the classroom, fostering skills in leadership, teamwork and independent thinking and providing a lasting sense of self-worth.

With positive masculinity role modelling and activities designed to promote resilience, accountability and perseverance, the Sport programme encourages holistic growth and physical and spiritual formation in our students.

At CBC Sport places an emphasis on participation and inclusion, with carnivals and sporting activities designed to cater for students of all abilities and honour the efforts of everyone who gives it a go. While the College competes at the highest level of ACC competition and has students who represent their sport at the elite level, the focus on doing their best allows each individual boy to feel worthy and capable of contributing to the overall success of their team.

WE AT CBC SPORT PLACES AN EMPHASIS ON PARTICIPATION AND INCLUSION, WITH CARNIVALS AND SPORTING ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO CATER FOR STUDENTS OF ALL ABILITIES AND HONOUR

THE EFFORTS OF EVERYONE WHO GIVES IT A GO.

The CBC Sport programme seeks to:

• provide an environment for strong team relationships,

• nurture positive and professional coach and athlete relationships,

• encourage students to give it a go and recognise that their best effort can contribute to the whole reward, and

• model a willingness to sacrifice for the betterment of others.

Gospel Values modelled by Jesus Christ underpin all Sport programmes and events, and encourage students to focus on the human good and dignity of all. Promoting a message of fair play and grace in defeat, Sport assists boys to develop a strong respect for opponents and their own team members in and out of the sporting arena.

Teamwork

Boys love a challenge and, with the benefit of being a single gender school, CBC Sport seeks to engage each young

man and support him on his quest to achieve personal excellence. Celebrating all levels of participation and highlighting a team approach that provides opportunities for various abilities, Sport is an extremely effective way of connecting with students who learn best through relationships and example.

We appreciate that some students thrive more than others when competing and that boys have strengths in different areas. At CBC, Sport involves more than just learning physical skills, and from their first year at the College students are exposed to behaviours that contribute to the formation of the CBC gentleman.

The focus is on a supportive environment that encourages participation and cultivates friendships. Teamwork and equality are a solid foundation for the younger students to build mutually beneficial relationships that foster service and leadership qualities as they continue on their journey at the College.

How boys learn

Boys work better with defined achievable goals, and taking appropriate risks in a nurturing and supportive environment develops confidence in the face of challenge. Sport is a powerful tool to reinforce consistent messaging used throughout the College curriculum to encourage commitment to personal excellence and classroom achievements.

Leadership

At CBC Fremantle, we believe that the only enduring sense of purpose one can attain is derived from what is done for others, and that is the core of the College’s student leadership programme. Opportunities to explore leadership potential in Sport include programmes designed to promote skills in decision-making, addressing moral issues in a sporting context and managing relationships, which all assist in the development of today’s boys into tomorrow’s gentlemen.

CBC Fremantle is part of the Associated and Catholic Colleges sports association and also engages in a broad range of competitions to appeal to many different abilities. The sport on offer at CBC Fremantle includes:

• AFL Football,

• Athletics,

• Basketball,

• Cricket,

• Cross Country,

• Hockey,

• Rowing,

• Soccer,

• Surfing,

• Swimming,

• Tennis,

• Touch Rugby,

• Volleyball, and

• Water Polo.

Building a learning mindset

COMPLEMENTING THE COLLEGE’S EXCELLENCE IN PASTORAL CARE, THE ACADEMIC BEHAVIOURS SKILLS PROGRAMME AIMS TO POSITION OUR BOYS IN THE BEST POSSIBLE PLACE TO LAUNCH OFF INTO THE NEXT PHASE OF THEIR JOURNEY. WHETHER THEY ARE AIMING FOR UNIVERSITY, TAFE, AN APPRENTICESHIP OR THE WORKPLACE AFTER GRADUATION, THE STUDENTS DEVELOP KEY BEHAVIOURS THAT CAN ENSURE ACADEMIC SUCCESS.

Learning to learn

At CBC, there are several acknowledged and celebrated key steps in a boy’s development and CBC’s study skills programme complements the whole student journey at the College. With a solid understanding of the transition of child psychology into adult psychology, and with the benefits of single gender education focussed on how boys learn, the Academic Behaviours Journey builds scholastic skills from Year 7 through to final exams and graduation in Year 12.

Complementing the College’s excellence in pastoral care, the Academic Behaviours skills programme aims to position our boys in the best possible place to launch off into the next phase of their journey. Whether they are aiming for university, TAFE, an apprenticeship or the workplace after graduation, the students develop key behaviours that can ensure academic success.

1. Academic Behaviours

This is based on teaching organisational skills ensuring students have the equipment and knowledge needed to attend classes, complete homework, organise materials, and actively participate in class and study.

It also provides them with study skills through a structure developed by the College Academic Board and Heads of Learning Areas.

2. Academic Perseverance

This behaviour is about learning to be disciplined and balanced with study, and to be engaged and focussed in pursuing academic goals despite obstacles. From Year 10, with support from the Deputy Principal of Teaching and Learning, Head of VET, the College Careers Counsellor and Heads of Learning Areas, students are encouraged to develop a career goal so that study has value and purpose.

3. Mindset

Believing in themselves goes a long way towards boys accepting that they have the ability to improve their own academic outcomes. No matter which stream or class he belongs to, each student can succeed if he gives effort, implements the most effective learning strategies and engages with the teacher. Mindset feeds into perseverance, affects behaviours and impacts performance.

4. Specific learning strategies

While teaching such study skills is not a new concept, each College Learning Area customises strategies to the specific subject being taught. This enables students to improve study effectiveness and eliminate time wasting through choosing the right study strategy that has impact on their learning. For example, an effective method is to practice questions for approximately 15 minutes and mark them. This shows the student what they got right and what they got wrong. The key for students is to follow up with their teachers the next day to seek feedback on those questions that they may have struggled with.

5. Social skills

CBC Fremantle students are taught to socially engage in their learning. This means being a learner that is:

• Empathetic – appreciating others and their views. Instead of arguing or agreeing, it encourages the student to listen and be open to different perspectives.

• Cooperative – complying with class requirements and learning to work well with others towards a shared goal.

• Assertive – students learn to assert themselves in both individual and group learning situations. This is applied for example, by a student asking others to pull their weight in the group, rather than taking up the slack himself; and proactively seeking feedback in order to improve.

• Responsible – students learn that they are personally responsible, including balancing their home lives. If they have a situation where study at home is difficult, they are encouraged to find alternate solutions such as staying back at the school library, attending after-school academic clubs or meeting up with a teacher.

Social skills affect academic behaviours and are becoming increasingly important for the future job market.

The steps of success

CBC builds on every student’s Academic Behaviours Journey by having a different focus for each Year level.

Year 7 is about organisation. Students need to know where they need to be, have the texts and equipment required for class, and know what is expected of them. There is less focus on marks and instead boys are encouraged to do their best using the effective strategies they are taught.

Year 8 is centred on commitment. Students are encouraged to be committed to learning, practising self-control and discipline, and actively participating in class exercises. They are asked to seek and accept feedback and use it to improve. They learn that learning is valuable.

Year 9 is about belonging. The gap between differing abilities widens and students are reassured they matter, irrespective of where they sit on the academic scale. It can be a time when boys tend to lose focus on their studies, so they learn the benefits of perseverance and self-challenge.

Year 10 is about the future. Students are encouraged to develop a career goal so that study has meaning and purpose, and so they can tailor subject choice to post-secondary school aspirations.

Years 11 and 12 aim to bring focus. These critical years concentrate on developing routines, study techniques, finding balance, replacing excuses with action plans, and taking responsibility.

Creating academic challenges

AT CBC FREMANTLE, ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE MEANS MORE THAN JUST GAINING GOOD GRADES. INTRINSICALLY LINKED TO PERSONAL EXCELLENCE, THE ULTIMATE OUTCOME FOR EVERY STUDENT AT THE COLLEGE IS THE MAXIMUM DEVELOPMENT OF HIS INTELLECTUAL CAPACITIES AND SKILLS IN SERVICE TO HUMANITY.

Striving for excellence

CBC’s Academic Excellence Programme (AEP) exposes students to the joy of achievement in an academic environment. Students are invited to participate in a variety of activities designed to enhance natural abilities through group work and projects, as well as being inspired by witnessing first-hand achievements of people in diverse fields of enterprise including the media; mining; mechanical, civil and chemical engineering; music; architecture and art.

To achieve academic excellence requires hard work and dedication, and AEP students are focussed and motivated to achieve their potential.

Currently the programme offers eight academic extension activities, covering a broad range of interests:

1. Debating

2. Literature & Media

3. Maths & Engineering

4. Science & Technology

5. Radio

6. Robotics

Students with appropriate academic results are invited to join the AEP but all students are able to join in the activities if they are interested. The main purpose of the programme is to celebrate the academic achievements of our talented boys and in doing so also challenge every student at CBC Fremantle to strive for personal excellence and achieve academic growth.

Giftedness versus Talent

One of the widely accepted theories of Gifted Education is proposed by Professor Fancoys Gagne from the University of Quebec in Montreal. Prof Gagne proposed that we all possess gifts in different areas of our lives and that these gifts can be turned into talents once the individual applies the effort required.

The gift can be triggered through a ‘catalyst’, argues Prof Gagne, which drives the individual to apply his gift to acquire talents.

The Academic Excellence Programme constantly seeks ways to engage students in the learning process by providing experiences that may act as the catalyst they need to explore their gifts and achieve excellence.

• Debating students work on their communication skills by expanding their capacity for informed argument and critical thought, competing with other schools through the Western Australian Debating League.

• Literature & Media students are inspired to explore their budding craft by applying practical skills in writing, editing, photography and multimedia to College materials, as well as entering national competitions and visiting major media organisations.

• Maths & Engineering students discover the diverse application of mathematics with engineering professionals. They compete in Mathematics competitions and learn higher order thinking and problem solving skills. Hands-on engineering projects are part of this aspect of the programme.

• Science and Technology students are immersed in the different sciences including physics, biology, human biology and chemistry with hands-on laboratory work and practical experiments complemented with information from guest speakers and excursions.

• Radio students broadcast to the school from a designated studio located in the Library. Their programmes include music, interviews, school and local news.

• Robotics students explore computer programming languages and microcontrollers to implement digital electronics into their ever-evolving robots.

All AEP students have the opportunity to participate in a tour to Canberra, where they are exposed to excellence in art, science, politics and law. Visiting Government House, experimenting at the CSIRO, debating in the Houses of Parliament, observing elite athletics training at the AIS and seeing how money is made at The Mint are all part of this experience.

Our students also have the option to participate in the World Scholar’s Cup, which last year resulted in three Year 8 boys gathering a swag of medals in the tournament of champions held at Yale University in 2019.

The sky is the limit

As well as introducing students to the enormous opportunities to be gained from academic success in the local and national arena, the Academic Excellence Programme provides an incredible opportunity for students participating in the programme to tour in the USA visiting Orlando, Washington DC and New York.

The tour includes a visit to NASA and the Kennedy Space Centre, Orlando Science Centre, Florida Everglades, Disney World, Universal Studios, Capitol Building, The White House, The Smithsonian Institute, One World Trade Centre and Ground Zero, Central Park and Times Square.

The tour provides a unique opportunity for boys to share in the reward of seeking personal excellence with their AEP cohort.

Music opportunities at CBC

CBC FREMANTLE HAS A THRIVING MUSIC CULTURE AND ENSEMBLES REGULARLY PERFORM AT COLLEGE FUNCTIONS, COMMUNITY EVENTS AND FESTIVALS.

MUSIC AT CBC ENHANCES AND SUPPORTS THE COLLEGE’S ACADEMIC AND PASTORAL PROGRAMMES AND ASSISTS WITH THE PHYSICAL, INTELLECTUAL, SPIRITUAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF OUR YOUNG MEN.

Instrument lessons

From Year 7, all students at CBC Fremantle are introduced to Classroom Music where they are exposed to various styles, instructed in theory, and learn to appreciate the role of music in our 21st century through using the latest software in a dedicated computer studio.

Learning an instrument at CBC

Students can also choose to join CBC’s Music instrumental programme, and focus on learning clarinet, drums, electric bass, guitar, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet or voice.

Individual instrumental tuition is scheduled during normal classroom time, and students simply leave their class to attend the music lesson and catch up on missed activities when they return. The Music rooms are easy to access from anywhere on campus and instruments are kept in a dedicated room close by.

Once a student has embarked on the Music tuition course, it is an expectation that he will complete the programme and receive 32 lessons over the year. Music practice is most effective when it is regular; 30 minutes a day, six days a week is recommended.

Lesson attendance

Lessons occur on a rotating timetable and it is the student’s responsibility to attend his individual instrument lesson. If a school activity is scheduled that coincides with his music lesson, he must do one of the following:

1) Notify the Head of Arts to arrange a new lesson time.

2) Ask another music student who doesn’t have a test to swap lessons,

3) Let the instrument teacher know that he will miss a lesson beforehand.

The lesson may be rescheduled but the teacher is under no obligation to provide makeup lessons.

CBC Music department policy is to guarantee that students have an average of eight lessons per term, a minimum of 32 lessons over the course of the year. The Music fees are based on this amount, to allow for interruptions with school activities. If a student receives more than 32 lessons over the year, there is no extra charge.

Due to contractual obligations to instrumental teachers, Year 7 students must commit to learning their instrument for one full year. No refunds can be offered for early withdrawal from the programme. Year 8 to 12 parents must give the College one term’s notice in writing of the anticipated withdrawal of their son from the course, before the commencement of a new term.

Music diaries

Every student uses a Music practice diary, which is an important method of keeping note of what is required each week, as well as recording times of home practice sessions. The Music diary is a simple and effective form of communication between parents and the Music teacher.

Hiring an instrument from CBC

CBC Fremantle offers an instrumental hire scheme for students in their first year of learning music at the College. Under this scheme students are able to hire an instrument at a subsidised fee from the school for a period of up to one year before committing to buying an instrument.

The Music department has brass and woodwind instruments available for hire, including trumpets, trombones, clarinets and saxophones. Other instruments, such as guitar, piano and keyboard, drums and bass, must be purchased for the student from the beginning of their tuition. When looking to purchase an instrument, students should consult their Music teacher.

Instrument maintenance

Students are expected to keep their instrument in good working order by cleaning it regularly and ensuring equipment such as valve oil, slide/cork grease, spare reeds and a cleaning cloth are kept in the case.

Rehearsals

New students are encouraged to join ensembles as soon as their teacher believes they are ready. Students are required to attend all rehearsals and performances and honour the commitment made to their fellow musicians. If for some reason the student cannot be at a rehearsal, he should inform his ensemble teacher beforehand.

Performance uniform

The official performance uniform is a white long-sleeved shirt (available from the Uniform Shop), grey school trousers, tie and polished black shoes. Big Band members are issued a waistcoat and Jazz Orchestra members wear a JO tie and black blazer. Waistcoats and blazers must be drycleaned before returning.

Music reports

Instrumental Music reports are issued at the end of each semester with the school report. There are instrumental music tests during lessons in Week 6/7 of Terms 2 and 4.

Music scholarships

CBC Fremantle offers annual Music scholarships with applications being invited in Term 1 of the year prior to commencing at the College. Students are assessed on their music ability and aptitude and will need to be keen and dedicated to the learning of their instrument from Year 7 through to Year 10. Further information can be found on the College Website.

Music department

CBC Music department engages talented peripatetic staff with years of teaching experience in individual instrument tuition and practical ensemble and band performance.

Each student who is learning a musical instrument at the College participates in an ensemble when they have developed the skills to contribute. Ensembles play a dynamic role in fostering teamwork and leadership and introduce diversity of music that is relevant and appropriately challenging.

Band, ensemble and choir rehearsals are scheduled before or after school. Performances at College events including Open Day, assemblies and Masses are complemented by external community engagements to provide students with experience in appearing in front of a diverse audience.

Music staff

Mr Shane Mancuso Head of Arts Director of Bands Class Music Woodwind

Mrs Emma Tandy Class Music College Choir Vocal Ensemble Voice

Mr Kim Anning Guitar Guitar Ensemble 1

Mr Alex Borthwick Guitar Guitar Ensemble 2

Mr Robert Bresland Trumpet

Mrs Gemma Farrell Big Band Woodwind

Mr Harry Mitchell Piano

Ms Catherine Noblet Brass Ensemble Trombone

Mr Luciano Trebse Piano

Mr Manoli Vouyoucalos Bass Guitar Rock Band

Mr Tim Woolley Drums

Music staff can be contacted by sending an email to Mr Shane Mancuso at shanem@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au.

Enrolling at CBC Fremantle

AT CBC FREMANTLE WE EMBARK ON A SHARED JOURNEY WITH THE FAMILIES OF THE COLLEGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THEIR SONS FROM TODAY’S BOYS INTO THE GENTLEMEN OF TOMORROW. TOGETHER WITH HIS PARENTS, WE SEEK TO DELIVER A CONSISTENT MESSAGE TO EACH BOY ABOUT WHAT IT MEANS TO DEVELOP AS A GOOD YOUNG MAN.

Enrolment procedure at CBC

Choosing a school for your child is an important decision, and also a very exciting one. At CBC Fremantle we embark on a shared journey with the families of the College in the development of their sons from today’s boys into the gentlemen of tomorrow. We are here to support you in making the best choice for your son.

Prospective families are encouraged to submit an application for their son at least three years prior to his commencement at high school, that is by midway through Year 4. Although key entry years at CBC Fremantle are Year 7 and Year 11, places in other Years do arise occasionally and it is recommended that you contact the College to discuss your son’s requirements if you are seeking admission at any other time.

Open Day and Campus Tours

CBC Fremantle welcomes prospective families to experience our community by joining us for Open Day, which is held annually in the first term, or by registering for our regular Morning Tea Tours. All information on these regular introductions can be viewed on our College website under Enrolments. Personalised tours can also be arranged by contacting the College’s Marketing department.

Bursaries and scholarships

CBC Fremantle offers Music scholarships and Indigenous Bursaries for students entering Year 7. More information can be found on the College website.

Application checklist

If you wish to lodge an application for your son to attend CBC Fremantle, please ensure that you check off each of these items.

Application for Admission form

A non-refundable application fee of $115.00 payable by cheque, EFT, cash or credit card at the Finance department at the College. Photocopy of the following:

Son’s birth certificate

Visa or certificate of citzenship if applicable

Copy of any family court orders or parenting plans

Step by Step Enrolment for Year 7

Step 1 It is recommended to submit the application no later than the middle of Year 4. Parents should submit the Application for Admission together with relevant documentation and the application fee as noted in the form.

Step 2 The College will request further information at the end of of Year 4. Correspondence will be sent at the end of Year 4 to all prospective families who have lodged an application requesting reports, NAPLAN results etc.

Step 3 The College will contact families at the end of Term 4 in Year 4. At the end of Term 4 in Year 4 families will either be invited for an enrolment interview with the Principal or informed that their son is to be registered on a waiting list.

Step 4 An offer for admission will be sent to successful applicants after an interview with the Principal. After the enrolment interview, a letter of offer for admission may be presented to the family. A non-refundable deposit of $750.00 is required when returning the completed documents included with the offer.

Step 5 During Year 6, parents will be contacted by the College. After paperwork has been returned and all processes completed, parents will be contacted prior to their son’s commencement at the College and provided with information about Orientation Day, placement testing Music scholarships, booklist and uniform requirements.

CBC Fremantle | Application for Admission

STUDENT INFORMATION

Enrolling at CBC Fremantle Year level 7 8 9 10 11 12 Entry year: 20

Surname: Christian names:

Home address: State: Postcode:

Date of birth: Religious denomination:

Country of birth: Languages spoken:

Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Australian permanent resident: Yes / No

Australian temporary resident: Yes / No Visa category:

Born outside of Australia: Yes / No Date of Arrival: Number of years in Australia:

Present School and Year level: Parish / Church:

Date of Sacraments received

Baptism: Reconciliation: First Communion: Confirmation:

PARENT INFORMATION

Father’s details

Father (or Guardian) family name: First name: Title:

Address:

Religion: Place of employment:

Occupation: Mobile:

Home phone: Work phone:

Country of birth:

Languages spoken:

Permanent resident: Yes / No Visa category:

Email address:

Are you an Old Boy of the College Yes / No

Mother’s details

Postcode:

Class of:

Mother (or Guardian) family name: First Name: Title:

Address:

Religion: Place of employment:

Occupation: Mobile:

Home phone: Work phone:

Country of birth:

Permanent resident: Yes / No

Email Address:

Languages spoken:

Visa Category:

Postcode:

CUSTODY / GUARDIANSHIP

Under the provisions of the Family Law Reform Act 1995, biological parents are regarded as having full parental responsibility unless a Parenting Plan or Court Order is presented stating otherwise.

Son lives with (please tick) Father and Mother Father Mother Guardian

If parents separated, are both parties aware of and agree with this application? Yes / No

Name of person(s) with legal guardianship of the student:

If applicable a copy of any Parenting or Restraint Order is attached Yes / No

Any other conditions enforced at Law?

FAMILY INFORMATION

Siblings currently attending or have previously attended CBC Fremantle

Name: Year:

Name: Year:

Siblings currently attending other schools (Note: A separate application form is required for each child)

Name: Year: School:

Name: Year: School:

I / We understand that:

• We agree with the aims and the policies of CBC Fremantle and agree to support the regulations which are made from time to time. We hereby also agree to pay all applicable fees in accordance with the College’s usual terms and conditions of payment.

• We understand and accept that the obligation to pay fees is joint and several.

• Completion of this Application for Admission form does not guarantee an enrolment offer being made.

• Attendance at an interview does not guarantee an enrolment offer being made.

• Enrolment in one Catholic school does not guarantee enrolment in any other Catholic school.

• Any change of address must be conveyed to the College.

• Failure to notify change of address may render the application void.

• This Application for Admission form has been completed to the best of my/our knowledge.

• When deciding on the successful applicants, the Principal will give due consideration to the College Enrolment Policy.

Father’s / Male Guardian signature:

Print Father’s name in full:

Mother’s / Female Guardian signature:

Print Mother’s name in full:

Please note: Both parents must sign this application form

Privacy

Date:

Date:

The information collected on this form, its use and disclosure is governed by Privacy Laws. Please refer to the College’s Privacy Policy which can be viewed on the College website: www.cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au. If you do not have web access please contact the College for a copy.

ENROLMENT POLICY

CBC Fremantle has a Policy Statement on Student Enrolment. The policy contains a priority order that is used to select students for whom an offer of enrolment will be made. The priority order contains six categories which are as follows:

1. Practicing Catholic students

2. Other Catholic students

3. Siblings of current students

4. Sons of Old Boys

5. Non-Catholic students from Catholic primary schools

6. Other Non-Catholic students

CBC Fremantle accepts students at all year levels where places are available. The main intake year is Year 7.

The College also includes the following priorities when making offers of enrolment at Year 7 entry:

• Every effort is made to accept brothers of students currently enrolled but no guarantee can be given.

• Children from practising Catholic families fully committed to their parishes.

• Every effort is made to accept sons of former students of the College.

• Consideration will be given to the length of time for which the Application for Admission has been lodged with the College, as well as meeting the application deadline.

CBC Fremantle is a school which provides education based on a Catholic vision of life. Whilst the majority of applying students come from Catholic families, others come from families belonging to different Christian churches. Families also differ in the extent of their active commitment to the life of their church.

We do not seek to exclude students, however for the student’s sake, the family and school must be seen to be partners in the process of education. On accepting a position at CBC Fremantle, the student undertakes to participate fully in the life of this Catholic school.

The College accepts students with a range of academic ability. Parents should keep in mind that the College does not have the facilities nor teaching staff to provide more than limited support for students with learning difficulties.

SURVEY

How did you hear about the College? (Please tick the relevant box/es)

Friends / family / neighbour

Brother attends the College

From a current CBC Fremantle student

From a primary school teacher / principal Catholic Education Office

Internet / website

Open Day

Parish Priest / church bulletin

I’m a past student

I’m local to the area / drive past the school

CBC College staff

Other

Your postcode

THANK YOU

Please post your application with the information as noted in the Checklist to:

Principal’s Secretary

CBC Fremantle

PO Box 1345 Fremantle WA 6959

Or deliver to College Reception at:

51 Ellen Street Fremantle WA 6160

OFFICE USE ONLY

Surname:

First name:

Year: in:

Date received: App fee rec $115.00:

Acknowledged:

Interview:

Place offered:

confirmed:

Checklist

Application Form

$115.00 Application fee

Survey completed (see below)

Two parent signatures on application