Learning and Teaching News

Year 5-10 Semester 1 Report Cards

Well done to all students for completing Semester 1. On Friday afternoon this week, Semester 1 Report Cards for Years 5-10 will be released in the Parent Orbit App. These reports contain important information on achievement, learning behaviours, position in the cohort as well as pastoral, instrumental and boarding feedback. As usual, an email will be sent to parents when reports are made live on Friday afternoon. 

In addition to report cards, assessment task feedback for all subjects is also available on the Parent Orbit App. This is targeted feedback provided by each teacher on the strengths and weaknesses of each summative task submitted. Please take time to discuss this feedback with your son. 

How do I access my son’s feedback via Parent Orbit App? 

Year 10 Subject selection and SET plans for Year 11, 2026

Parents and students should have now received and completed, via their web-preference link, for their Year 11, 2026 subject selections. 

SET Plan Interviews will take place on Friday 27 June (Term 2) and Monday 14 July (Term 3), (appointments will be available on both days, however, only one interview is permitted per student).These interviews provide an opportunity to discuss students’ future pathways and subject selections for Year 11 and 12. Both students and a parent/carer are required to attend. Parents can select which round of these interviews will suit them best and bookings occur via the Parent/Teacher booking system on the Parent Orbit App. Information was emailed to parents last week. For Boarding families, face-to-face interviews can be arranged earlier in the week, via Teams or can be booked for Round 2 at the start of Term 3.

Year 9 Subject Selection and Pathway Conversations

9ASH lessons at the end of Term 2 will focus on Year 10 subjects. Year 9 students will look into pathway planning and subject offerings in Year 10. Here are some key dates for our Year 9 students:

• Term 2: Week 10 – Pathways information pack sent home for family discussions over the holidays 
• Term 3: Week 3 – Wednesday 23 July: Subject Selection Platform opens
• Term 3: Weeks 3-5: Pathway and Performance Interviews (parents welcome) to select subjects for Year 10.

More information will be provided to students via the Academic Care Team early in Term 3.

Old Boys Tutoring List

Please find here a list of Old Boys who are available to tutor your son outside of school hours. This list can also be located on the parent portal or via this link. Please note it is the parent’s responsibility to organise and liaise tutoring times with the Old Boys.

Farewell and best wishes in retirement Mr Steve Littleton

As we approach the end of term, we gather to bid a fond farewell to Mr Steve Littleton, an exceptional educator and dedicated member of our school community. For 15 years, Steve has served as Curriculum Leader for English, Literature, and Languages, providing unwavering support and guidance to students, staff, and parents.

Steve's profound impact on our school extends far beyond his impressive tenure. His kindness, humour, and relentless passion for education have inspired countless students to reach their full potential. His commitment to excellence has been a beacon of excellence, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.

We are grateful for Steve's tireless dedication and wish him a happy and well-deserved retirement, shared with his loving wife, Eva. We celebrate Steve's remarkable career and honour his enduring contribution to our school community.