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Emmaus College offers an enriching and nurturing environment for our Middle Years students. It actively supports our young students throughout their early secondary school years, providing them with opportunities to confidently journey through their secondary years at the College. The extensive academic program allows our Middle Years students to experience the versatility of learning.
At Emmaus College, we take great pride in offering our students a vibrant array of Learning Areas that inspire exploration and discovery. Our goal is to help each student uncover their unique talents while providing the supportive environment they need to truly flourish.
The Middle Years present a transformative time, where students learn to navigate the structure and expectations of secondary school. We are committed to nurturing independence and resilience, encouraging our students to engage with diverse ways of thinking and equipping them with the strategies they need to embrace new ideas and challenges. We want our students to develop a deep passion for lifelong learning and to cultivate mature perspectives that will serve them well throughout their lives.
Beyond academics, the Middle Years are rich with opportunities for social and emotional growth. Through our dedicated Pastoral Program, we prioritise Social Emotional Learning (SEL), collaboration, and essential life skills like negotiation, problem-solving, and self-advocacy. We believe these competencies are essential not just for success in school, but for thriving in the broader world. Our holistic approach aims to nurture well-rounded individuals who are confident, capable, and ready to take on the future.
In our Middle House at Emmaus College, we implement a vertical system of Pastoral Care. Each Year 7 student is paired with a supportive Pastoral Teacher and House Leader, fostering supportive relationships with fellow students from Years 7 and 8 over two years. This continuity is instrumental in establishing strong foundations that promote positive relationships throughout their Middle House journey. Our Transition Program is designed to assist our students with a smooth transition into secondary school life.
We understand that Year 7 can be both exciting and challenging for new students as they adjust to a completely new environment. That’s why we organise an annual camp early in Term 1, offering students a wonderful opportunity to build friendships with peers within their House. It’s here that House spirit is ignited, bonds are formed, and these connections thrive throughout their school years. Additionally, our Peer Support Program pairs Year 10 students with Year 7 students, allowing our older students to serve as mentors and guide the younger ones in experiencing the vibrant life and community at Emmaus College.
We are sincerely excited about the journeys our students embark upon and deeply committed to ensuring their experiences at Emmaus College are enriching and fulfilling!
Our dynamic timetable operates on a two-week cycle (10 days), featuring six 50-minute lessons each day. This structure ensures that students have ample time to delve deeply into each subject, fostering a rich and fulfilling educational journey.
The timetable includes our Pastoral Program and school assemblies. These sessions, led by dedicated pastoral teachers, are pivotal for nurturing essential aspects of student growth, including wellbeing, effective study habits and Catholic identity. Our assemblies provide a wonderful platform to build confidence, perform, celebrate achievements, and connect with our vibrant school community.
Sports play a crucial role in our curriculum, promoting physical health, teamwork, and personal growth. Students participate in a diverse range of sporting activities that enhance their fitness, coordination, and resilience. With options for both individual and team sports, we create numerous opportunities for students to engage in both competitive and recreational activities, nurturing a lifelong love for fitness and well-being.
In addition, our involvement in EISM interschool sports allows Middle House students to showcase their talents while competing against other Catholic and Independent schools in our Eastern region.
We also hold buddy activities that unite Middle House and Senior House students, fostering a sense of connection and strengthening our community spirit.
The subjects studied at Year 7 are based on the Victorian Curriculum and offering a broad range of learning opportunities for students as they enter their first year of secondary school.
The Arts Learning Area is divided into Creative Arts and Performing Arts. In Year 7, students explore both areas, providing a balanced approach to artistic development. The Arts enable students to develop their creative and expressive capacities by learning about the different practices, disciplines, and traditions that have shaped the expression of culture.
The Technologies Learning Area is divided into Digital and Design Technologies. This framework allows students to use a range of technologies creatively and innovatively to design solutions that address current and future needs.
In the Languages Learning Area, Year 7 students study either German or Italian, studying the allocated language throughout the year. This language study continues into Years 8 and 9, enabling students to develop language proficiency over time.
All Year 7 students attend an Orientation camp during Term 1. The primary purpose of the camp is for students to get to know each other and their teachers. Students participate in a number of exciting outdoor activities over the three days, ably supported by Year 10 Peer Support Leaders who work with the students throughout Term 1 to assist with the transition to secondary school. Activities include rock climbing wall, high-ropes, canoeing, archery, and other water sports.
Year 8 builds on the foundations established in Year 7, marking a time for deeper exploration, growth, and refinement in their educational journey. As students continue to adapt to secondary school, they are encouraged to take greater ownership of their learning and develop the skills needed for success in all aspects of learning.
At Emmaus College, Year 8 offers opportunities for students to expand their knowledge and interests across a broad range of Learning Areas. Year 8 students continue to identify their strengths, challenge themselves, and embrace new possibilities. Our supportive environment is designed to help each student thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Year 8 fosters the continued development of independence and resilience. Through exposure to more advanced concepts, collaborative projects, and problem-solving challenges, students refine their ability to think critically and collaboratively. These experiences prepare them not only for Year 9 but for lifelong learning and success in a dynamic world.
Year 8 Subjects
Year 8 Canberra Tour
All Year 8 students journey to our nation’s capital, Canberra for a five-day educational tour that is linked to their humanities program. Student visit a number of key sites, including the old and new Parliament House, The National Museum, royal Australian Mint, Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex, High Court of Australia, Australian War Memorial, Questacon and the Australian Institute of Sport.
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