Assistant Principal
Mr Jon Cullerton
Welcome to 2026
Welcome back to St Aloysius College, Cronulla. It’s wonderful to see our students, parents and families returning with fresh energy and enthusiasm for the year ahead. As we begin this new chapter together, we look forward to fostering a vibrant, supportive and faith‑filled community where every learner feels valued, inspired and ready to grow. Thank you for your continued partnership—2026 promises to be a year full of opportunity and achievement for us all.
The St Aloysius Way
At St Aloysius College, the St Aloysius Way is the foundation on which every interaction, expectation and aspiration is built. Grounded in Respect for Self, Others and our Community, it shapes how we learn, lead and grow together. These values guide our students to act with integrity, show compassion, and contribute positively to the world around them—ensuring that every member of our College feels known, supported and ready to thrive.
These core values will be unpacked throughout your son or daughter’s time at the College and we invite all parties to join us in approaching education in this regard. Below is a breakdown of our ‘Way” of doing things.
Respect for Self
Ready to learn
-I am ready to;
o be punctual to class
o learn in every lesson
o bring all necessary materials and equipment
Responsible for own learning
- I am ready to;
o listen, engage and give my best
o be responsible for my own learning
o reflect upon my own learning
Respect for self
- I am ready to;
o accept challenges
o practise resilience, by adopting and using GEM
o accept the high expectations of the College
Respect for Others
Positive interactions create a positive environment
- I am ready to;
- engage with and respect all members of our College community
- contribute positively to the learning environment of each class
- respect my classroom as a learning environment
Respect the learning of others
- I am ready to;
- respect the learning of everyone
- support and encourage the learning of others
- work enthusiastically and collaboratively with my teachers and peers
Appropriate language at all times
- I am ready to;
- use language appropriate for a classroom and school.
- respect the cultural differences and diversity of our College and wider community.
- engage in respectful conversations appropriate for all members of the College
Respect for Community
Responsible use of technology
- I am ready to;
- engage with technology for the betterment of my learning
- engage with technology with responsibility and respect
- abide by SCS’s acceptable use of technology agreement
Respect for College environment and resources
- I am ready to;
- respect the environment of our College
- respect the facilities of the College
- respect other people’s property
Ready to serve
- I am ready to;
- serve our College and wider Catholic community
- be active in the life of the College
- represent our College with distinction in the wider community
College Expectations
Attendance
Strong attendance is one of the most important predictors of student success at St Aloysius. When students are present, engaged and part of the daily rhythm of learning, their achievement, confidence and sense of belonging grow. Research consistently shows that high attendance aligns with high achievement, and even small absences can interrupt progress. I would like to note that our recent College Dux Harry Payne (Atar 99.05) had an attendance rate of 93%.
By working together to prioritise regular attendance, we give every student the best chance to thrive academically and socially. Below is a table that clearly demonstrates the impact of the occasional days off when they accumulate over a semester, year and entire schooling career.
Uniform and Grooming
Meeting College expectations—especially in uniform—plays a vital role in shaping the culture of St Aloysius. When students present themselves with pride and follow our shared standards, they contribute to a respectful, unified and focused learning environment. Wearing the uniform correctly is a daily reminder of belonging, responsibility and commitment to the St Aloysius Way, helping every student step into the school day ready to learn and represent our community with integrity.
Thank you to all families of our students. We were very impressed with the general standard of uniform and grooming across the College to start the year.
Below are some key reminders for all students.
Uniform
- Girls skirts are to be to the knee
- Correct socks are to be worn at all times
- Boys require a belt for Summer and Winter uniform
- Shoes should match College requirements and be polished and clean
Jewellery
- The only jewellery allowed at the College are a simple metal chain necklace and two pairs of simple studs or sleeper earrings in the lower lobe of the ear.
- No earrings of any kind are permitted in the upper lobe or cartilage, and additional piercings cannot be covered with bandaids. Clear plastic earrings, retainers or spacers are also not allowed at the College.
Hair
- Girls hair needs to be tied back
- Boys hair needs to be neat and tidy - off the collar, face/eyes
- All hair needs to be of a natural colour
- Students may be sent home to correct inappropriate hair styles/cuts
Make up
- Natural tone make-up can be worn with the College uniform – this is at the discretion of College staff
- No eye-liner, mascara or fake eyelashes are permitted
- Nails – natural/nude polish only allowed - no acrylic or artificial nails
Facial hair
- Male students need to be clean shaven at all times whilst at school
- Students may be asked to shave at school
Mobile phones
Following our “off and away all day” mobile phone policy is essential to maintaining a focused, respectful and distraction‑free learning environment at St Aloysius. This is also a NSW legislated expectation of ALL schools in our state.
If a student is found to be using their mobile phone without permission from a staff member they will:
- In the first instance, students are told to hand in their phone to the office where it will be safely stored until the end of the day when the student may pick it up.
- A second infringement will result in the same process as above but additionally students will be given a 1 hour afternoon detention on Friday.
- A third infringement will result in an in-school suspension and a parent meeting will be required to facilitate future restrictions surrounding mobile phones at school.
- Failure to comply with a teacher’s instruction to hand in a phone will result in an in-school suspension.
One thing families can assist us with is by not directly contacting their child via mobile devices during school hours. We are always able to pass on a message to your son or daughter via the office, and we kindly ask that you contact our friendly office staff for any communication that needs to reach your child.
We have already had several instances of students contacting parents to say they are feeling unwell, followed by parents calling the office. If a student is unwell, this is a concern for us, as we are responsible for their wellbeing while they are at school. Students who feel ill need to attend the sick bay, where office staff can assess them and contact families if necessary. This ensures that students are properly cared for and that communication remains clear and consistent.
The Resilience Project
This year marks the fourth year of our partnership with The Resilience Project, a school‑based wellbeing initiative backed by research from Monash University and supported by a longitudinal study tracking student outcomes over time. This evidence‑based approach ensures that the strategies we embed at St Aloysius are not only meaningful but proven to strengthen the emotional resilience and overall wellbeing of young people.
Through the program’s core GEM principles—Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness—students are equipped with practical tools to understand their emotions, build positive relationships and navigate challenges with confidence. As a key component of our College wellbeing framework, The Resilience Project continues to support our commitment to nurturing safe, happy and healthy young people who feel connected, supported and ready to thrive in all aspects of school life.
Parents can find out more at the Resilience Project Family Hub - where there is loads of information about the program and ways you can engage with it at home!
E-Bikes and Bike Safety
E‑bike safety is essential, especially during the busy times when students are arriving at and leaving the College. We remind all riders to travel at a safe speed, wear helmets correctly, and remain alert to pedestrians, cars and other bikes in the surrounding streets. By following road rules, dismounting when required, and showing consideration for others, students help keep our community safe and ensure that everyone can enter and exit the College smoothly and responsibly.
Specific rules for this year
- Students need to dismount and walk their bike when on school grounds
- Students must only access the school via the pedestrian gate (main school gate) and not use use staff carpark driveway.
- Students must be wearing helmets including any passengers.
- At the conclusion of the day students are required to wait until 2:55 pm before making their way up to the gate to allow for pedestrian and traffic congestion to clear before leaving the College. This is for the safety of riders and all students.
Students who breach these rules will be given a Friday detention in the first instance, and if a second breach occurs that student will no longer be allowed to bring their e-bike/bike onto school grounds.