Teaching & Learning
Student Laptop-Free Day – Monday 23 March
On this day, all students are asked to leave their laptops in their lockers and not bring them to class. Teachers will be providing learning activities that do not require laptops, giving everyone an opportunity to engage in learning in different ways.
This day is an opportunity to:
- focus on discussion, collaboration and hands-on learning
- reduce screen time during the school day
- experience a variety of learning approaches in the classroom.
Year 10 Work Experience
Work Experience provides a valuable opportunity for our Year 10 students to explore potential career pathways, develop important workplace skills, and build confidence in a professional environment.
We encourage families to support their child in securing a suitable placement and ensuring all required documentation is completed and submitted to both the employer and the school by the end of Term 1.
Key Details:
- Work Experience Week: Monday 27 April – Friday 1 May (no scheduled classes during this week)
- Deadline for Placement Confirmation and Paperwork: End of Term 1
If you have any questions or require support, please contact the Careers Office. We look forward to working in partnership with families to ensure this is a rewarding and enriching experience for all Year 10 students.
Careers Team
Julie Ritchie, Beth Crossman, Ben Hearn & Scott McKenzie
Term 1 Interim Reports & Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences
Teachers are currently preparing Term 1 Interim Reports, which will be available to parents and students via Compass on Friday 27 March. These reports provide valuable feedback on each student’s learning behaviours and indicate whether their progress has been satisfactory across all subjects.
With our continuous reporting model on Compass, families can access assessment tasks and teacher feedback as they are completed. A summary of all assessments will also be included in the Semester Reports.
We encourage families to take this opportunity to review the Interim Reports, celebrate the achievements of Term 1, and set goals for the remainder of the semester.
Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences
On Friday 20 March, families will receive information via Compass regarding our upcoming Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences, with bookings opening on the same day. These conferences provide an opportunity for you and your child to meet with teachers, discuss academic progress, and set learning goals.
During the conference, teachers will share insights into your child’s strengths, areas for improvement, and strategies for success. Students are also encouraged to reflect on their learning and discuss any challenges they may be facing.
Conference Details:
📅 Wednesday, 1 April | 3:45 PM – 7:00 PM
📅 Thursday, 2 April | 8:30 AM – 1 PM (Student-Free Day)
📍 Kildare Campus
These conferences are a valuable opportunity to strengthen the partnership between home and school, ensuring that each student receives the support they need to reach their full potential.
We look forward to meeting with you.
Year 7 2027 Discovery Day and Information Evening - Tuesday 28 April 2026
Join us for our Discovery Day and Information Evening and explore our learning spaces, meet our staff and students, and discover the many opportunities available at our College.
Families (students, parents and/or carers) are welcome to attend one, two or all three events offered throughout the day.
Attendance at our Information Evening is highly recommended, as this is where families will receive essential information and where enrolment packs will be distributed.
Guided Learning Walks
9:00am or 12:00pm at Kildare Campus (Bookings Essential)
Parents and/or students are invited to take a guided tour of our state-of-the-art Kildare Campus with a member of our leadership team and see our vibrant classrooms in action. Experience the learning environment where our students explore, collaborate and grow each day.
Discovery Afternoon
3:30pm – 5:30pm at Kildare Campus
Explore the campus at your own pace or join a guided tour. Meet teachers from across our different faculties and learn more about the exciting programs and opportunities available to students at St Joseph’s College.
Future students can also take part in fun activities, meet current students and enjoy a free sausage from the BBQ.
Information Evening
7:00pm – 8:00pm at Brigidine Campus (Bookings Essential)
Parents and/or students are encouraged to come and hear what makes St Joseph’s College a vibrant, supportive and enriching place to learn and grow.
Hear from a panel of leadership members, staff and students as they share important insights into:
- Our learning programs and opportunities
- The Year 7 transition experience
What it’s really like to be a student at St Joseph’s College
This session will provide essential information for families as they consider their child’s transition to secondary school and our enrolment process. This is also the only place where enrolment packs will be distributed.
Come and discover the opportunities that await at St Joseph's College.
Click here to book.
Lisa Saillard
Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching