Senior School

AGENCY IN LEARNING – DEMONSTRATING DRIVE AND STRIVING FOR MASTERY

Deep learning happens when students are driven not just to complete tasks but to truly master new skills and concepts. At All Saints’ College, we continue to foster agency in learning by encouraging students to take ownership of their progress, set ambitious goals and persist in the face of challenges.

Striving for mastery requires more than just hard work. Mastery involves curiosity, resilience and a commitment to continuous improvement. In the classroom, this means students are encouraged to seek and apply feedback, refine their thinking through revision and push beyond their comfort zones. Whether it is perfecting a musical piece, refining a science experiment or strengthening an argument in an essay, the process of iteration and persistence builds both confidence and expertise. 

Parents can support this by celebrating effort and progress rather than just outcomes, reinforcing the idea that learning is a journey. Asking questions such as; “What’s something you’ve worked hard to improve?” or “How did you overcome a challenge this week?” can help students recognise their growth and stay motivated.

By demonstrating drive and striving for mastery, students develop not only academic excellence, but also the habits of lifelong learners. Our learners are ready to embrace challenges with confidence and determination.

EXTERNALLY SET TASKS: 19 May – 30 May

A schedule for the ESTs is available on MyASC under Curriculum. 

YEAR 11 AND 12 SEMESTER 1 EXAMINATIONS: 26 May – 9 June

The Semester 1 examinations for Year 11 and 12 ATAR Students commence on Monday 26 May and conclude on Monday 9 June.  A copy of the exam timetable is available on MyASC in the Year 11–13 information page under Exam Information. 

Please email any communication relating to the Year 11 and 12 examinations to Mr Jim Shackleton, Assistant Director or Senior School (Teaching & Learning)

YEAR 10 THREE-WAY INTERVIEWS

The Year 10 Three-Way Interviews, on Tuesday 27 May (4.00pm – 8.00pm) will be virtual (online), conducted through Microsoft Teams. 

Further information on booking interviews and joining the Teams interview can be found on MyASC.

Please be in touch with the Curriculum Support team should you have any questions or concerns regarding the Three-Way Interviews. 

YEAR 8 AND YEAR 9 2025 SUBJECT SELECTION FOR 2026 – INFORMATION SESSION

The Year 9 and Year 10 2026 Pathway Planning and Subject Selection Process begins in Week 7 with a Teams online live event parent and student information evening hosted by Mr Jim Shackleton on Monday 9 June, (6.00pm – 7.00pm).  A link to this session will be emailed to parents prior to the event. This session will be recorded and available in the days to follow.

YEAR 10 2025 COURSE SELECTION FOR YEAR 11 2026 INFORMATION SESSION

There will be a Teams online live event parent and student information session hosted by Mr Jim Shackleton on Thursday 12 June, (6.00pm – 7.00pm).  A link to this session will be emailed to parents prior to the event. This session will be recorded and available in the days to follow.

YEAR 11 THREE-WAY INTERVIEWS

The Year 11 Three-Way Interviews, on Tuesday 17 June, (4.00pm – 8.00pm) will be virtual (online) conducted through Microsoft Teams. 

The booking system will be available via the Parent Gateway on MyASC from Wednesday 28 May, 4.00pm until Sunday 15 June.

Further information on booking interviews and joining the Teams interview can be found on MyASC. 

Please be in touch with the Curriculum Support team should you have any questions or concerns regarding the Three-Way Interviews. 

YEAR 10 FUTURES DAY – Friday 20 June

The Year 10 Futures Day for students will be held on Friday 20 June, 8.30am–3.30pm.  More information will be sent in due course.

YEAR 10 FAMILY COURSE GUIDANCE DAY – Monday 23 June

On Monday 23 June, 8.30am–3.30pm there will be a Family Course Guidance Day (venue to be confirmed), where students and families will have the opportunity to meet face to face with a member of the Course Guidance Team to discuss course selection for Year 11.  Students and families will be advised of their Counsellor, venue and meeting times later in Term 2. 

The Family Course Guidance Day booking system will be available Thursday 12 June to Thursday 19 June through the Parent Gateway.