Wellbeing
We believe every student should have a safe and supportive learning environment.
Positive Wellbeing for Every Member of our School
Our teachers, Mentors and Deans have an in-depth knowledge of our students. Alongside our school counsellors and chaplaincy team, students are provided with the care, knowledge and support needed to foster positive wellbeing.
At Illawarra Grammar, ensuring students learn in a safe environment is paramount. We maintain high expectations for behaviour and take a proactive approach to addressing any potential concerns.
Wellbeing in Junior School
Our wellbeing programs are founded on restorative practices and a commitment to understanding and addressing students’ needs.
Empowering students with friendship skills is critical. In the Junior School, we implement the UR Strong program to foster healthy relationships. Additionally, a special bond is created between Kindergarten students and their Year 5 buddies.
Classroom teachers have an in-depth knowledge of their students and liaise regularly with our Academic Support team, including school counsellors. The Junior School Executive team also plays a key role in pastoral care across the School.
Wellbeing in Senior School
In our Senior School, our Student Wellbeing team is made up of the Head of Academic and Pastoral Care, Deans and Mentors, alongside the Academic Support team, chaplaincy team and school counsellors.
Each year group is closely supervised by a Dean and a team of Mentors, who stay with them from Years 7 to 12. Students meet with their Mentor groups on most days, providing a great sense of community, care and connection.
The Dean is responsible for monitoring student progress, identifying the needs and strengths of individual students, as well as being a point of contact and support for students, teachers and parents.