Year 7 2026

First Week of Secondary School

Congratulations to our Year 7 students on an amazing start to secondary school. Students participated in Keys to Success activities designed to help them understand the college’s CORE values and motto: 'Belong, Believe, Become'. Students also learnt about our School Wide Positive Behaviour approach and how we use Teams and OneNote for learning. 

Student Reflections

Maya S shared that she has most enjoyed making new friends and is looking forward to being involved in her Learning Team, doing activities and trying new subjects. She said that having her friends around and kind teachers has helped her feel comfortable as she starts secondary school, and added that English has been her favourite class so far.

Sophie D described her transition into secondary school as easy, particularly after making a friend in her Learning Team on Orientation Day. She appreciated having lots of teachers around to help guide students to their classes and said her teachers have been supportive and positive, making the experience fun. Overall, she felt her first few days at the college had been very good.

Ciara C said she has enjoyed all of her classes and teachers so far and loves how the school is organised, including the uniform, class times, labelled buildings and classrooms, and clear routines. She also liked how friendships are considered in classes and GOAL groups, and as someone who enjoys sport, she was impressed by the facilities and sporting options. Ciara also mentioned the canteen as a highlight, describing the food as great value, and said both teachers and students have been really nice.

Isla shared that she has enjoyed meeting new people, getting to know her teachers, finding her classes and becoming more independent around the school. She said that even getting lost has been fun and enjoyed discovering the school for herself.

Felix N said he has enjoyed his teachers and particularly liked having regular breaks between classes, which has made the school day enjoyable.

Ethan M shared that he has enjoyed having breaks after each session, participating in interschool sport and spending time with his friends. He also said he has learnt where the classrooms are and feels more confident moving around the school.

Maya L said one of the best parts of starting secondary school has been meeting her new best friends.

Takai R shared that he has enjoyed coming to school and seeing his friends each day.

Joaquina I also said that seeing her friends has been a highlight and that she loves coming to school.

Jules K said she has enjoyed having different teachers and learning how to find her classes. She is most looking forward to Our World and Healthy Lifestyles and shared that having her brother at the school has helped her feel comfortable. Jules also said she has learnt to use a computer better, talk to new people and use more expression during Drama activities.

Mason C said he has enjoyed having his own locker and having different teachers for each subject. He is looking forward to Healthy Lifestyles and interschool sports and said having lots of friends in his class has helped him settle in. He also learnt that the school has three levels and said the first week has been about getting to know everyone.

Flynn B shared that meeting new people, participating in interschool sport and already knowing students in Year 8 and above helped him settle into the college. He said he has learnt where most of the classrooms are and feels confident he will continue learning more as the year progresses.

Lara Y and Charlotte S said they have enjoyed being in the same class as students they did not attend primary school with and being part of the volleyball team with friends. They shared that their classmates have been helpful and supportive, and said they have learnt that high school is not as scary as they expected. They enjoyed lessons in Our World and cooking, and also learnt how to set up Compass.

William H said he has enjoyed getting his laptop, meeting new people and learning about the upcoming Year 7 camp. He also shared that he has learnt about Core Merits and Green Chronicles.

William P shared that being selected for the cricket team and looking forward to the Year 7 Camp have been highlights. He also said he has learnt how to use Microsoft Teams and OneNote.

Alannah H, Saskia H and Emily R said they have enjoyed having lockers and are looking forward to camp and learning a new language. They shared that their friends have helped them settle into the college and that they have learnt the different names for subjects. In Drama, they have also learnt about the different spots on stage.

Ms Deb Kirk

Assistant Principal