Wellbeing

School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support

As previously communicated, one of the school’s main priorities for wellbeing this year is implementing and embedding the evidence-based School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) framework. The aims of the framework are to help schools create positive, safe, and fair settings where students and teachers can thrive. It focuses on teaching and encouraging positive behaviour, supporting all students, and providing extra help to those who need it. By doing this, SWPBS helps improve behaviour, wellbeing, and academic success.

The SWPBS leadership team is now well underway with their training and is meeting regularly to create an action plan for the implementation of the SWPBS framework across the school. This week, we have been unpacking how the team will communicate progress and action, as well as setting up the policies and procedures to support a successful and consistent school-wide approach to positive behaviour. Regular updates about what is happening around the school will be communicated to the community via the school newsletter. There will also be input from parents and students about how the framework will be implemented within our school.

The rollout of the SWPBS framework is a long-term goal focused on establishing strong foundations and ensuring consistency across the school to maximize the benefits for student wellbeing and achievement.

School Based Psychologist: 

Psychology Sessions at School – Supporting Your Child’s Emotional Wellbeing

We are pleased to offer students and families the opportunity to arrange psychology sessions at school with Kate Rooney, a highly experienced Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist. These sessions are designed to provide convenience for families and minimise disruption to the school day, while providing essential emotional and psychological support. 

Kate has over 20 years of experience working with children, teens and families. She is passionate about helping children understand and manage their emotions, build on their strengths, and develop skills to confidently face life’s challenges.

Kate specialises in supporting students with challenges in a range of areas, including:

• Anxiety, stress, and depression
• Trauma, grief, and loss
• Family and peer relationship challenges
• School difficulties and learning challenges
• Neurodivergent conditions (e.g., autism, ADHD)
• Sleep struggles
• Behavioural concerns

If you would like to learn more about booking in-school psychology sessions and to arrange a confidential chat with Kate about how she can support your child, please make contact with Kate directly, the school will then make contact with Kate to manage appointments. For additional details about Kate’s services, including fees and available rebates, please visit her website: www.katerooneypsychology.com.au