Welcome new students
The new Year 7s gather for their first assembly
Orientation Day
We were delighted to welcome our newest students - the Year 7 2018 cohort - for their first full day at Northcote High on Tuesday 12th December. The demand from our local community for Year 7 places remains high, which is a great indication of the confidence and esteem in which our school is held. In 2018 we will have 13 classes of Year 7s. This means that we have been able to accommodate all of our sibling applicants - a terrific result for our families and for the strong community that makes Northcote thrive.
Orientation Day - getting to know each other and the school
Orientation Day - getting to know each other and the school
Brother and sister
With the Peer Support leaders
Working with the Peer Support leaders
Introduction to Phys Ed
Orientation Day - getting to know each other and the school
Orientation Day - getting to know each other and the school
Brother and sister
With the Peer Support leaders
Working with the Peer Support leaders
Introduction to Phys Ed
Students met with their new class group, enjoyed a tour of the school and bonding actitivies with the warm and supportive Peer Support leaders (2018 Year 10s) and had classes with some of their subject teachers for next year. The nerves of the morning were replaced with an excited chatter by the end of the day, with students commenting that they now feel much more confident and comfortable about the start of their high school journey. Both teachers and the peer support leaders commented on the engaged, friendly and supportive behaviour this group demonstrated throughout the day. We are looking forward to seeing them in action next year!
The 2018 cohort: a snapshot
- Our Year 7s in 2018 come from a total of 41 different primary schools, representing the public, independent and Catholic systems, plus one student who joins us from overseas.
- Westgarth, Northcote and Merri Creek Primary Schools comprise the three largest groups from a single school.
- There are two ACE classes. This represents approximately 15% of the year level.
- Gender balance remains a feature: the year level currently comprises 48% female, 52% male students.
Joining us at other year levels
In 2018 we will also welcome approximately 50 new students from Years 8 to 12. These students bring a range of experiences, skills and talents to the Northcote High community and we are eagerly anticipating celebrating their achievements, along with those of their peers, next year and beyond. An induction and buddy program is in place for these students to help them settle quickly in to their new environment.