Educational Philosophy

At Rossbourne, we believe strongly in a student centred approach that embraces diversity and connection so all feel a sense of genuine belonging.

Rossbourne makes student wellbeing and personalised learning a priority, creating a culture and environment where students feel empowered as learners able to determine their learning pace, focusing and capitalising on their strengths as they make decisions about their learning pathways.

Our culture and approach is strategically planned so students have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, educationally and socially. We believe that each student should have an Individual Learning Plan, catering for individual learning needs that supports personal and academic development.

years 7 and 8

Building the Foundations

Our students are nurtured and supported during this time of personal transition; a time that is fascinating and complex: a time of accelerated growth and change; and of expanding horizons, self-discovery, and emerging independence.

Social skills and forming new friendships
Personal development

Knowing my strengths and learning how to utilise my strengths

Making sense of the world

Learning through inquiry and curiosity

years 9 and 10

Extending and Reaching Out

Students are guided to enhance their independence, empathy, self-reflectiveness and open-mindedness. Our curriculum provides students the opportunity to develop problem solving and decision making skills through an engaging, diverse and interactive program.

Explore Identity
Engage with new challenges

Academically, socially, emotionally

Expand learning opportunities beyond the classroom
years 11 and 12

Preparing for the Next Phase

With a strong focus on preparing for an independent life as a young adult, students gain knowledge and experience as they complete the VPC or VCE/VM, explore the world of TAFE and work while under the care and support of Rossbourne’s teachers, benefitting from our unique structures and options.

Planning for a career
How to be in the adult world
An applied learning focus
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