Year 9 Parent Information Handbook by De La Salle College

Year 9 Holy Eucharist Campus

Parent Handbook 2024

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Contents Head of Campus Introduction

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Key Information

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Curriculum Information

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Wellbeing

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Our Lasallian Traditions

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Head of Campus Introduction A warm, heartfelt welcome to the 2024 Year 9 cohort and their families. As a De La Salle College staff member of 17 years, I can honestly say that leading the Year 9 campus at Holy Eucharist is by far the most personally rewarding position I have held. I welcome the opportunity to work alongside your son and help him to maximise his opportunities with his learning. Throughout Year 9, students will build upon the skills they have attained at Tiverton Campus. Students are encouraged to take further steps towards independence, and hopefully, a more mature approach to their learning. The Year 9 curriculum has been strategically designed to arm students with the skills to find their passion. Learning should be highly valued; build resilience and provide a considered pathway to adulthood. The curriculum is intentionally student-centred and fosters the imperatives of communication, collaboration and critical thinking. It mixes project-based learning with teacher/student directed learning. So, why a Year 9 campus? This is a common question, particularly from non-Victorians, as we are the only state within Australia that commonly separates this age group. The premise behind having a selfsufficient Year 9 campus is quite simple. Research suggests that Year 9 students undergo profound brain development and physical, social, emotional, and intellectual changes associated with adolescence. It is a huge period of development in their life. Year 9s need exposure to a curriculum where they can lead their own learning and become more empowered within the learning experience. At Holy Eucharist, we have gathered a committed team of Year 9 specialist teachers ready to deliver a customised program for your son. These teachers help students build a toolkit of strategies that they can use to identify, gather and analyse information. Together we are all committed to the College’s mission of establishing a culture whereby learning opportunities enable every learner to achieve success. The Year 9 calendar is intended to provide unique platforms for student learning. Year 9s are provided with age appropriate workshops as a part of the new College GROW program, Man Cave and Minus18. The cohort will set out to achieve progressive self-improvement through the 2024 WISE initiative, targeted pathway advice through the Year 9 Futures program and use the Melbourne CBD as a backdrop on multiple occasions for cross-curricular learning opportunities. Transition from one year to the next is always a challenging part of any educational journey. Changing campus also presents a unique set of challenges. This Handbook contains important information specific to Year 9. Please feel free to discuss any of this with me at any time. As a team, we look forward to aiding this highly distinguishable year of schooling and I hope he embraces the Year 9 Holy Eucharist experience. David Alexander

Key Information

College Contact Details Tiverton Campus (Years 5 - 8) Holy Eucharist Campus (Year 9) Kinnoull Campus (Years 10 - 12) Telephone Website

1318 High Street, Malvern 3144 1241 Dandenong Road, Malvern East 3145 9 Northbrook Avenue, Malvern 3144 03 9508 2100 www.delasalle.vic.edu.au

College Executive Principal

Peter Houlihan principal@delasalle.vic.edu.au Executive Deputy Principal: Staff and Operations Séamus Scorgie sscorgie@delasalle.vic.edu.au Business Manager Joe Gehrig bm@delasalle.vic.edu.au Assistant Principal: Students Jessica Alger jalger@delasalle.vic.edu.au Assistant Principal: Learning and Teaching Rob Bonnici rbonnici@delasalle.vic.edu.au Assistant Principal: Identity and Mission Rana Brogan rbrogan@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Admissions Department Admissions Admissions

Finance Department

Rachael Harmer enrolment@delasalle.vic.edu.au Zoe Campbell enrolment@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Family Accounts

Ellenor Harris familyaccounts@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Digital Learning Services

helpdesk@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Wellbeing Team Director of Students (Middle Years) Director of Students (Senior Years) Head of Year 9 Holy Eucharist Campus St Austin’s House Coordinator St Edwin’s House Coordinator

Susan Kiernan dostiverton@delasalle.vic.edu.au Shane Mackintosh doskinnoull@delasalle.vic.edu.au David Alexander hochecampus@delasalle.vic.edu.au Angela Runci austinshousecoodinator@delasalle.vic.edu.au Ebony Doherty

edwinshousecoodinator@delasalle.vic.edu.au St Leo’s House Coordinator

Emma Fairclough

St Mark’s House Coordinator

leoshousecoodinator@delasalle.vic.edu.au Andrew Wozencroft markshousecoodinator@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Education Support Coordinator

Georgie Skinner gskinner@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Parent Network

parentnetwork@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Campus Tour A virtual tour of the Holy Eucharist Campus is accessible on the College website.

2024 Term Dates TERM 1

Wednesday 31 January – Thursday 28 March Wednesday 31 January – Years 5, 6, 7, 9 and 12 students commence Thursday 1 February – All students commence

TERM 2

Tuesday 16 April – Friday 28 June

TERM 3

Wednesday 17 July – Friday 20 September

TERM 4

Monday 7 October – Friday 6 December

For more information, please refer to the College website: www.delasalle.vic.edu.au.

Key Dates for Term 1, 2024* Wednesday 31 January Wednesday 1 February Friday 2 February Tuesday 6 February Monday 12 February Friday 16 February Tuesday 27 February – Friday 1 March Thursday 2 March Tuesday 5 March Tuesday 19 March Monday 25 March Wednesday 27 March Thursday 28 March

Years 5, 6, 7, 9 and 12 commence New Parent Welcome Morning Tea All students commence School Photo Day DLS Athletics Carnival, Lakeside Stadium Catch up School Photos held at the Tiverton Campus Academic Awards Assembly (Year 9 students at Tiverton) Year 9 WISE Expedition Opening and Welcome Mass – St Patrick’s Cathedral Invitational House Swimming Carnival Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews (online) Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews (online) ACC Swimming Carnival Mission Action Day (Last Day of Term 1)

For more information, please refer to the College website: www.delasalle.vic.edu.au. *The College calendar is often fluid, please be aware that some of these dates may change.

School Photo Day Information Student photos are compulsory for all students. -

School photos will be taken on Friday 2 February 2024 at the Holy Eucharist Campus Catch up day for absent students on Monday 12 February 2024 at the Tiverton Campus Year 9 students must wear their full Winter uniform with tie and blazer.

This photo is used for your son’s library card, as well as providing you with the opportunity to purchase a memento for the school year. Further information will be provided.

Timetabled Classes / Dismissal One of the benefits of an independent timetable, is that it allows the freedom to create a program that is tailored to suit the needs specific to Year 9 students. Students are be encouraged to arrive at school each day by 8:50am to ensure adequate preparation for their first class. Timetabled classes will begin each day at 9:00am sharp. Students are requested not to arrive before 8:20am. Active supervision by staff begins at this time. Students will not have a Mentor group in the morning – but instead, build upon a pastoral connection with all their Year 9 specialist teachers. Students will be allocated a Mentor teacher that will be the first port of call for parent contact. Classes will conclude at 3:20pm Tuesday – Friday. On a Monday timetable, classes will conclude at 3:10pm. This allows for staff Professional Learning at both Tiverton and Kinnoull Campuses. A roll will be taken at every timetabled class. Should students arrive after 9:00am they will need to sign in at reception. Arrival Period 1 Period 2 RECESS Period 3 Period 4 LUNCH Period 5 Period 6 Finish Mondays only

8:30am – 8:55am 9:00am – 9:50am 9:50am – 10:40am 10:40am – 11:05am 11:10am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:50pm 12:50pm – 1:35pm 1:35pm – 1:40pm (student movement) 1:40pm – 2:30pm 2:30pm – 3:20pm 3:20pm Period 5 1:40pm – 2:25pm Period 6 2:25pm – 3:10pm

College Uniform The College Uniform supplier is Dobsons. For a full price list please view the College website. •

Apart from School Photo Day where the College Winter Uniform is required, students can wear either Summer or Winter Uniform during Term 1

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Whenever students have an extended block of Discovery (100 minutes) – their PE Uniform may be worn to school

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If students are involved in ACC sport (Tuesdays throughout Term 2, 3 and 4) they may also wear their PE Uniform to school

If for any reason, students are not in correct uniform please email the Head of Campus at hochecampus@delasalle.vic.edu.au to issue your son with an Out of Uniform card. The Blue and Gold College Uniform is a tangible aspect of our school spirit and identity. Our students are physical advertisements for the College and it is for that reason they are asked to wear their Uniform with pride. 7

Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews Interviews are held twice per year i.e. once per Semester. They will be conducted online, using video conferencing software – Microsoft Teams. Students are required to attend all Parent/Student/Teacher interviews. Further details to follow closer to the time.

Organisation Students will use digital tools to facilitate their organisation. Students are to use their College Notebook to facilitate homework, organisation and assessment dates, thus removing the need for a College Diary. Organisation continues to be a targeted area of growth for our students, therefore if your son organises himself best by keeping a written diary, he may use his own physical diary.

Our Learning Management System – OLLIE Our Learning Management System provides students and their families with an Online Learning Interactive Environment (OLLIE) that can be used to communicate, collaborate, learn, manage, integrate and create. To find out more about OLLIE, please visit the College website and refer to the Parent Information Handbook. Holy Eucharist Ollie Homepage

Mobile Phones • • • •

Mobile phones are not to be seen or used on the school premises during school hours unless directed by a staff member for a specific purpose. It is expected that they are placed in a student’s locker during the day, both for personal security and school etiquette. If required, parents/guardians/carers can contact students through the College office on 9508 2100.

The expectations around mobile phone use will be clearly explained to students. Please direct any queries regarding mobiles to the relevant Year Level/House Coordinator or Mentor/Class Teacher.

Canteen There are no canteen facilities at Holy Eucharist Campus.

Travel to and from School Research shows that students who cycle or walk as part of their journey to school are more focused and ready to learn when compared with those who are driven. As per College policy, scooters and skateboards are not to be used. Bike racks are available on campus. Murrumbeena and Malvern East Train stations are within close proximity of the Holy Eucharist Campus. *No bus lines that pass Holy Eucharist

Student ID Cards Student ID cards are issued at the commencement of the school year. Replacement ID Cards are available from the Tiverton helpdesk for a cost of $5.00.

Student Printing Students are allocated a reasonable printing quota each year. Students can monitor their usage through the College’s print management software. When the quota has been exceeded, additional credit can be purchased at each campus reception. The minimum top-up amount is $5.00.

Duce Newsletter The College newsletter, Duce, is emailed parents monthly. Duce is an important link between the College and home and all parents are encouraged to read this.

Parent Network The De La Salle Parent Network is a vibrant, energetic element of the College community. The Parent Network Committee is a representative group of parents, who meet monthly to plan and organise Parent Network events. All parents are warmly invited to become involved in the various activities throughout the year. There is a strong social aspect to the Parent Network events aimed to help parents meet other parents and develop a real sense of connection within the College community.

Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing De La Salle College is committed to child safety and wellbeing. We recognise the importance of student empowerment and participation, and strive to develop the potential of those entrusted to our care. We challenge, nurture and respect all children/young people, as well as our staff, contractors and volunteers. We have zero tolerance of child abuse, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously. Please read our full Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing and our Child Safety Policies available on the College website.

Annual Tuition Fees When enrolling your son/s at De La Salle College, you are making a commitment to agree to pay all fees associated with the cost of providing an education. Parents/guardians/carers are asked to familiarise themselves with the College Fee Schedule and the College Fee Policy. All incoming families must ensure that they have a payment arrangement in place prior to their son/s commencing at the College. Families who are experiencing financial difficulty should contact Family Accounts (familyaccounts@delasalle.vic.edu.au) as soon as possible to discuss your situation.

Student Attendance Absences Parents/guardians/carers must contact the College Absentee Line on (03) 9508 2100 or complete the Absentee Form on the College website to explain any absence by 9:00am on the day of the student’s absence. Parents/guardians/carers can also submit an absence via the OLLIE app. If absent, parental notice via phone or email is also required for the Class/House Mentor on the day the student returns to school.

Late arrivals Where students arrive late, they must sign in using the terminal located at their respective campus reception. Parents/guardians/carers must contact the College via phone or email to explain the lateness. Leaving early Students who need to leave the College during normal school hours must have parental permission in all cases. Parent/guardian/carer must communicate with the Mentor Teacher via email or phone prior to the student departing the College. With approval from the Mentor, the student must then obtain an Early Leaver’s Pass from their coordinator. Students are required to present the Early Leaver’s Pass at their respective campus reception and sign out before leaving the College grounds. Extended leaves of absence The College does not recommend extended absences, especially for holidays, during Term time. Requests for an extended leave of absence must be made in writing to the relevant Head of Campus (Holy Eucharist). Any student who has an unexplained absence when a formal assessment is being conducted will not be afforded the opportunity to re-sit.

Excursion/Event Permissions For a student to attend a scheduled excursion/event, parents/guardians/carers must provide electronic consent via the Consent2Go platform. For each excursion/event an email will be sent to each parent/guardian/carer in advance to alert to provide consent. The email will contain all the relevant details including event description, purpose, transport arrangement and other related information. Only one parental consent is required. Permission by phone or parental note is not legally acceptable. Parents/guardians/carers are advised to save this email for reference as it contains all the details of the event/excursion. Where parental permission has not been provided via the Consent2Go platform by the due date, students will not be permitted to attend the excursion/event.

Student Code of Conduct All students must conduct themselves in such a way that they are always a credit to themselves, their families and De La Salle College. Students must read the Code of Conduct prior to the commencement of the school year. Respect is one of the Five Core Principles of a Lasallian education. Building positive and respectful partnerships between students/staff/parents is fundamental in building a positive culture.

Wilful Damage / Vandalism Wilful damage and vandalism is an unacceptable form of behaviour in any circumstances. Deliberate damage will incur replacement costs. Vandalism is a criminal offence and will be dealt with appropriately.

Curriculum Information

Holy Eucharist Staff* • • • • • • • • • • • • •

David Alexander Thomas Murphy Monique Moran Chris Church David Happ Matthew Jones Vanessa Marolda Claudia Tohi Josip Krsticevic Chas Thompson Sharon Richards Patricia D’Arcy Monique Wasa

Head of Year 9, Holy Eucharist Campus Year 9 Learning and Teaching Leader Ingenuity Encounter, Ingenuity Alliance, Encounter Alliance, Discovery Alliance, Conversation Alliance, Encounter Alliance Logistics Facilitator Learning Support Officer Education Support Officer Education Support Officer

Collectively we bring a great mix of energy, experience and innovation to the Year 9 campus. Together, our vision is to promote a learning environment where students are engaged, empowered and selfmotivated. By year’s end we hope that all Year 9 students have more confidence as a learner and are much more self-aware of required areas of personal growth. * Staff are subject to change throughout the year.

The Curriculum This group of talented staff have designed a rich program based around a set of six ‘ribbons’. Each ribbon comprises:

Experiential Electives Your son will undertake two electives per Semester. In 2024, all electives will run at our Year 9 campus. In some cases, specialist Elective Teachers will travel to Holy Eucharist Campus from our main site.

Homework It is hoped that Year 9 students bring an increased maturity to the completion of homework. The expectation is that Year 9 students should be completing 90 minutes homework every night. This expectation will allow students to gradually increase to three hours per night as they enter their senior years of schooling. If there are moments when little homework is needing completion, students should consult the Holy Eucharist Study Guide - ‘What does Study look like?’ - Link to Study Guide

Study Sessions Supervised Study Sessions will continue to be used to support learning on a Wednesday afternoon. The core purpose of the Study Sessions Program is to further develop a culture of learning excellence at De La Salle College by providing a supervised environment in which students develop important study skills and strategies for success as well as completing work. If students miss an assessment task or underperform on a piece of work, they will be asked to attend a session running from 3:20pm - 4:20pm. Parents will always be advised when their son is asked to attend these sessions.

Expo Showcase Monday 24 June 5:00pm – 7:00pm 2024 (Week 9 of Term 2) is Project Based Learning Evening. More detail about this evening will follow.

The WISE Award Connected to Discovery is the WISE Award. Implemented for the first time in 2021, WISE is a customised program that meets the intended Year 9 mission of promoting independence. The WISE program aims to engage and empower our young men through active participation in experiential learning. The WISE Award will provide recognition for commitment, challenge and progressive improvement of self. It encourages students to not only lead their own learning but to ultimately capitalise on it. With the requisite commitment, every Year 9 student should achieve a level of success over the course of the year. The acronym WISE stands for Wellness, Independence, Service and Expedition. More information can be found on the College website.

Whole School Events Whilst the Year 9 campus has been purposefully set to cater for independence from the main site, it is imperative that Year 9 students are not excluded from key whole school events that bind the De La Salle community together. Year 9 students will still partake in all House Carnivals, Mission Action Day and Founder’s Day. On occasion, Year 9s will be asked to attend major assemblies and Masses at Tiverton Campus. On these mornings, students will assemble at Tiverton classes will run in the Rheims Science Centre.

Immersion / ACC Sport During Terms 2 - 4, students will partake in either Immersion based units or (based on selection) represent the College in Tuesday ACC Sport. Students will have already opted into these preferences throughout the subject selection process. All Immersion offerings will run on our Year 9 campus. To learn more about Immersion Units and their project-based learning opportunities you can refer to the Curriculum Handbook.

Music, Ensembles, Band, Choir and Private Music Lessons Students are encouraged to maintain their commitment to Music Ensemble practice and any involvement in College bands. This practice will continue to take place in the morning at Tiverton. A College bus will provide transportation to the Year 9 campus leaving Tiverton at 8:40am to be at the Year 9 campus by 8:55am for scheduled classes. Similarly, private music lessons should be arranged by negotiation with your son’s Music Teacher. These arrangements should be mutually convenient and may happen prior to school at Tiverton Campus - taking advantage of the De La Salle bus arrangement. Further information about this can be discussed with the College Music Coordinator, Luke Serrano.

College Productions Students are similarly encouraged to involve themselves in College Productions. While auditions and rehearsals for these will happen at Tiverton Campus, arrangements can be made to help students attend these rehearsals. Please encourage your sons to be involved and to speak to David Alexander and/or the Director of the Production about these arrangements.

Wellbeing

Positive Student Behaviour Policy The Positive Student Behaviour Policy refers to student conduct, behaviour and management and was developed to enable all students to reach their full potential and support the smooth running of the College. The foundation for this set of guidelines is that members of our Lasallian College community will display consideration, respect and acceptance towards others, as well as personal responsibility at all times. The policy includes structured consequences for breaches that are followed by all staff consistently. The Positive Student Behaviour Policy includes a structured system of recognition for behaviours that reflect our Lasallian ethos. This results in a balanced approach, enabling your son to grow in our community. It should be noted that these College Expectations and Guidelines are underpinned by a restorative approach. Restorative Practices promote social discipline, self-regulation, emotional wellbeing, and civic participation through participatory classroom, and whole school management and decision making. The College expectations and consequences also apply while students are engaged in off-campus College activities and on the way to and from the College. If a student repeatedly fails to comply with the Positive Student Behaviour Policy, they may be ineligible to attend overseas trips.

The Man Cave As part of the College GROW program, the Holy Eucharist Campus will partner with the Man Cave. These full day workshops will help redefine the journey to manhood and discuss the skillsets adolescents need to grow and succeed. These workshops will take place on the 26 and 27 June 2024.

Delayed Departure and Detentions Delayed Departure Students may be kept until 3:40pm without parent notification. This is used ad hoc, primarily as a measure to ensure students understand the importance of an increased rigor within the curriculum and/or to ensure the Year 9 learning environment is respected. Any teacher may keep your son back until this time if they are not satisfied with how your son is responding within their classroom. Friday Afternoon and Saturday Morning Detentions Running from 3:20pm-4:20pm, Friday afternoon detentions will be used as a measure if delayed departures are not changing a behaviour. Saturday morning detentions will be used when students are not abiding by school policy. Students will be required to report to Tiverton Campus in full school uniform from 9:00am - 11:00am.

School Psychologists The School Psychologists provide individual counselling for a range of presenting issues at Holy Eucharist including, but not limited to: mental health problems; behavioural difficulties; relationships (peer and family); traumatic life events and grief. If the needs of the student or their family cannot be met by the School Psychologists, offers will be made to refer them to an appropriate external service. Support of the student will continue while this referral is underway. The School Psychologists will also provide regular support for students at Holy Eucharist through group work. Students can access the School Psychologists by emailing or with the help of their Class Mentor or the Head of Year 9 Campus. Parents can contact the School Psychologists with any concerns they have and can organise an appointment to speak to a School Psychologist or request a psychologist to speak to their child. Counselling is confidential as obliged by legal requirements and the ethical and professional dictates of their profession. The School Psychologists are bound by the College’s commitment to Child Safety. The School Psychologists are: Frances Kospetas

Tiverton and Holy Eucharist

9508 2126

fkospetas@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Anthony Freeman

Kinnoull

9508 2183

afreeman@delasalle.vic.edu.au

Our Lasallian Traditions

Our Crest

The crest is made up of four elements: the motto, the cross, the star and the laurels. The motto Deo Duce means With God as Leader. It was the original De La Salle College motto and although no longer used as our official motto, it is a reminder of College tradition and faith by which we live. The cross is the Christian symbol of hope and new life. The laurels are the sign of victory and a reminder to pursue excellence in everything we do.

Each point of the star represents one of the core principals set forth by St John Baptist de La Salle: Respect for all people: We honour and respect the dignity of all individuals. Quality education: Students and staff work together to develop curiosity, be creative, think critically and strive for personal best. Inclusive community: We celebrate diversity and welcome all members to our community. Concern for the poor and social justice: We are in solidarity with people experiencing social, economic and spiritual marginalisation and advocate for those without a voice. Faith in the presence of God: We believe in the living presence of God in our students, in our community and in our world.

The College Prayer

Let us remember we are in the Holy presence of God… God, as our leader, and guided by the Lasallian Principles, we commit ourselves to lives of faith and excellence, compassion, courage and loyalty. May we have a humble heart a generous spirit and a willingness to serve our community. In the likeness of the Founder, may we live with virtue and love. Inspired by a burning zeal to do what is right and just, we commit ourselves to the blue and gold Deo Duce. St John Baptist de La Salle – Pray for us Live Jesus in our hearts – Forever!

The De La Salle College Prayer was written by the 2017 Student Leadership Team, in consultation with key staff and stakeholders, and presented at the Liturgy for the Feast of the Assumption, 15 August 2017.

Saint John Baptist de La Salle Saint John Baptist de La Salle was the first of 11 children born in 1651 in the coronation city of Rheims in France. His mother, Nicole Moet de Brouillet, was of the nobility while his father Pierre’s family had distinguished itself over many generations. Having chosen to follow a priestly vocation, the young John Baptist became a Canon of the Rheims cathedral before his 16th birthday and was then sent to complete his studies at the seminary of Saint Sulpice in Paris. After two years, the death of both his parents obliged him to return to Rheims to take charge of his family and eventually continue his studies in his native city. Unexpected events then led him to support a layman interested in founding schools for poor boys; this eventually saw him take responsibility for training teachers for a number of these schools by bringing them into his own home and living with them. Following the advice of a saintly priest with whom he consulted, John Baptist eventually resigned his position as a Canon, gave his personal fortune to feed the poor in a time of famine, and became the founder of the first religious brotherhood devoted to the education of the poor. His insistence on the lay character of his community was not, at first, understood or appreciated by some church authorities, but at the time of his death in 1719 his Institute of the Brothers of Christian Schools had spread throughout France. John Baptist’s dedicated life to the educational service of the poor was recognised by his beatification by the Church in 1888 and his canonisation in 1900. In 1950, to commemorate the 300th year of his birth, he was named Patron of all Educators. His Institute has spread to over 80 countries of today’s world with an ever-increasing number of lay people continuing the work which he began.

Tiverton Campus Years 5 - 8 1318 High Street, Malvern

Holy Eucharist Campus Year 9 1241 Dandenong Road, Malvern East

Kinnoull Campus Years 10 - 12 9 Northbrook Avenue, Malvern

T: 9508 2100