Agency in Learning – Being Open to the New

After a refreshing holiday break, the new term affords us opportunity for renewal. Term 3 can bring fresh routines, new opportunities and, for some students, the chance to explore different electives and learning experiences. At All Saints’ College, we continue to nurture agency in learning by encouraging students to approach these changes with curiosity, courage and an openness to possibility.

Being open to the new means stepping into unfamiliar spaces with a willingness to learn, even when things feel uncertain. It might be commencing a new subject, trying a different cocurricular activity, or working alongside new peers in a group project. These moments help students build adaptability and confidence which are essential skills in today’s ever-evolving world.

Parents can support this mindset at home by framing change as an opportunity rather than a challenge. Asking questions such as “What are you looking forward to this term?” or “What’s something new you’re trying?” can help students reflect positively and stay open to growth.

As the term unfolds, we look forward to seeing students embrace new beginnings and continue developing as courageous, curious and adaptable learners.

Important dates for Term 3

Friday 1 and Monday 4 August – Year 8 students meet with their Tutor and Year 9 students meet with their Head of House
Monday 11 August – Last day to withdraw from a Year 12 ATAR course without a practical component
Thursday 28 August – Student Declaration and Permission data due
Friday 29 August – Applications for permission to enrol in a WACE language course closes
Tuesday 9 September – Year 12 ATAR individual examination timetables available on SCSA website
22 – 26 September – Year 12 Semester 2 exams Week 1
6 – 10 October – Year 12 Semester 2 exams Week 2

Rising Scholar Program with Curtin University

We are delighted to acknowledge and congratulate the 10 students from our College who have been selected to participate in the prestigious Rising Scholar Program (RSP) offered by Curtin University. This is in addition to the six students who commenced courses with the program in Semester 1. The Rising Scholar Program offers high-ability students a tertiary learning experience at Curtin University while still in high school, allowing them to earn university credit. Students will engage with staff and peers through one of the available delivery modes of the University: on-campus, blended learning or online. This is an amazing opportunity and serves as a wonderful example of the diverse range of options available beyond the standard curriculum. We wish all participating students every success as they embrace this exciting challenge.

Year 8 and Year 9 Subject Selection for 2026

The Year 8 and 9 Subject Selection Information Session recording is available in MyASC under Parent Resources / Subject Selection Meetings or click here.

The Year 8 and 9 Subjection Selection Process information can be found in the "Curriculum" section of MyASC, or click here.

The Year 9 and 10 2026 Academic Information handbooks can be found here.

On Friday 1 August and Monday 4 August, Year 8 students will meet with their Tutor teacher to discuss their Personal Pathway Plan and submit their preferences for their Year 9 program.

On the Friday 1 August and Monday 4 August, Year 9 students will meet with their Head of House to discuss their Personal Pathway Plan and submit their preferences for their Year 10 program.

Times of interviews will be available at Student Services and outside Nexus-S for Year 8 students and Outside G Block entrance for Year 9 students.

Course and Subject Changes

Year 12 students who wish to withdraw from an ATAR course without a practical component have until Monday 11 August to make their final decision.

Year 11 students may no longer request course changes. Students who withdraw from Year 11 courses after Thursday 14 August will not receive a Semester 1 result and will not have the unit/s counted towards their WACE.

Year 9 and 10 students may no longer request changes to electives.

Year 12 Student Declaration and Permission

Year 12 and Year 11 students who are studying Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Units 3 and 4 and sitting the 2025 ATAR course examinations are required to complete the Student Declaration and Permission in the student portal at https://studentportal.scsa.wa.edu.au:

This process must be completed online by Thursday 28 August 2025.

Further information on Student Declaration and Permission is available on the SCSA’s website or click here.

Applications for Permission to Enrol in WACE Language Course for 2026

Online applications for permission to enrol in a WACE language course in 2026 in Second Language French ATAR and Second Language Chinese ATAR are available in the Student Record Management System (SRMS) via the SCSA student portal. Questions regarding this process should be directed our Head of Languages, Ms Pamela Chu Yu Chee. Closing date Friday 29 August.

Year 12 ATAR Exam Timetable

The Year 12 2025 ATAR course examination timetables are available on SCSA website and can be accessed here. Personalised examination timetables will be available through the SCSA Student portal from Tuesday 9 September.

Year 12 Semester 2 Exams

The Year 12 Semester 2 Examinations (ATAR) take place Monday 22 September to Friday 26 September (Week 10) and Monday 6 October to Friday 10 October (second week of the holidays).

Examination timetable information will be provided on MyASC to all Year 12 students and their families over the coming weeks. Students in Year 11, who are taking Year 12 courses and their families, will be also provided with this information.

Please email any communication relating to Year 12 examinations to Mr Jim Shackleton.

NAPLAN and OLNA

Copies of the Individual Student Report (ISR) have been posted to families. The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) is yet to provide access to electronic copies.

You will be contacted in due course to inform you if your child is required to complete OLNA testing. The first opportunity for current Year 9 students to attempt the OLNA will be in Term 4.

The abolition of the previous banding system has caused some confusion. The SCSA has provided explanatory information accessible here.

Please note that the College is unable to provide families with a student’s individual numerical score.

Junior School

Book Week - Monday 25 to Thursday 28 August