THE S1 PASTORAL TEAM

Introducing The Lower School Office

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Welcome to St Aloysius’ College. As Head of First Year, my role will be to oversee your child’s wellbeing and academic development during this very important stage of their education.

I know that the children will have the challenge of coping with timetables, getting to know different teachers and classrooms for every subject, carrying books around, and worrying about getting lost. In addition to this they will have the added task of making new friends. It is an exciting time and some children will take this new experience in their stride, but it is only natural for children and parents to have some anxiety about the transition from primary to secondary. It is for this reason that we aim to make this transition as smooth and as trouble free as possible. I am very much looking forward to getting to know your child and I promise to do everything possible to welcome and support your child throughout First Year.

Curapersonalis

Cura personalis’ (care for the whole person) is a basic characteristic of Jesuit Education. Our curriculum is centred on the person, rather than the material to be covered and it is our role to support each child in fulfilling their potential and developing at a pace suited to their individual ability and personality. Our pastoral staff will take time to get to know each young person, as an individual, and, working in partnership with parents, will provide support and encouragement throughout their time at the College.