TEACHING AND LEARNING PRIMARY & SECONDARY

This year highlighted the agility, flexibility, and adaptability of the education sector in meeting the challenges posed by the new normal of the education landscape. The Teaching and Learning program successfully delivered a varied and rich curriculum to our students. The Senior academic results improved, which can be attributed to the strategic goals that guide the program.

Our program continued to develop strength, with the implementation of differing modes of education post the pandemic. Digital delivery of content in many areas were implemented into the classroom, offering new and dynamic ways of engagement, as well as synchronous (traditional, in-classroom) and asynchronous (independent, self-directed) learning environments, to meet the ever-changing needs of our learners.

In addition to the core teaching and learning program, initiatives aligned with our strategic goals for education were implemented. Middle School students at both Highton and Bellarine Campus settled into a new daily schedule that enabled longer teaching blocks and deeper learning opportunities, as well as increased devotional and pastoral time. The Assessment and Reporting Professional Learning Team implemented standardised assessments and an agreed common assessment language across the campuses. Additionally, and a new timely assessment was developed to support our College families in understanding how their child is engaging with, and progressing with their learning, rather than waiting for an indication of achievement level at the end of the process. The Teacher Toolbox was enhanced further in its support for staff with various initiatives. The Professional Growth Program was introduced after a successful trial and it continues to expand and provide opportunities for our College staff to grow in their professional practice. Additionally, the Reach Ideas into Action research program continued to contribute to pedagogical innovation.

Looking ahead, we will review the Middle School structural change and begin Phase 2 of its implementation. We will also implement changes to reporting to show students’ growth over time, and continue to enhance the program through the introduction of the Australian Curriculum V9.0, as we embed the General Capabilities, cross-curricular priorities and key learning areas into our dynamic program, along with the highly anticipated return of international travel.

Mr Antony Benson Executive Director of Teaching and Learning