The House system at Scotch fulfils a very important part of the student well being program introduced to Scotch in 2008. The relationships formed between the student, the Head of House, House Mentors and the parents are vital to meeting the needs of each individual child. As you would expect, all Heads of House and Mentors are friendly and compassionate with the best interests of children at heart. All Houses are vertically grouped so there is a mix of all year level students in each, and in approximately the same number. This has proven to be a very successful structure. All students are placed in a House (the name of which reflects our links with Scots heritage) and remain in that House throughout their time in the Sub Schools. The Mentors develop a personal interest in each student’s academic progress, social development, behaviour and general involvement in school activities. The Head of Schools, the Chaplain, the College Nurse and the College Counsellor also have an integral input into the student well being program.
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 Junior School
Personal development is managed through a “Home Group” concept where every class teacher is also each student’s personal advocate and counsellor – an ‘extra parent’ when a parent can’t be there.
The College House system encourages expression, competition, leadership and citizenship. Junior Houses elect their own House Captains who lead the weekly assemblies and provide a cross-age focus for social growth. Public speaking skills are given emphasis so that the use of a microphone is just a part of life.
An appreciation of cultural and religious differences is fostered through teaching our shared set of values and an understanding of individual differences.
A sense of community is an important aspect within the JuniorSchool and, together as a community, we are enriched by the growth and achievements of our children in their most formative years.
 Middle School and Senior College
The House system is the basis of belonging at Scotch. Houses are small – typically 30 to 40 students with approximately 10 to 15 students from each of the three year levels, making it a vertical “clan”.
Our mentor groups meet directly after the recess break each morning, this is another way of making friends and of experiencing leadership and responsibility. It is here that each student is encouraged to join in and take up the rich and varied opportunities there are a part of life at Scotch. The Houses provide social activities for students and opportunities for the families to be involved in House functions throughout the year. Each House is also involved in supporting a charity through fundraising events.
Each house is led by Captains, The Head of House and a Mentor. Student support, the resolution of problems and direct communication with parents in partnership is role of the Head of House. With Mentors leading smaller groups it is impossible for anyone to get 'lost in the crowd'.
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