Head of Secondary School
Study Centre Evolution for 2024
Independent Learning Supported by Dedicated Offerings and Spaces on Redlands Senior Campus
In 2024, the Study Centre will be expanded to three distinct spaces to support student independent learning, underscoring our commitment to deepening a culture of wellbeing and supporting and challenging students to achieve personal excellence. We are excited to announce and offer our Illuminate Scholars Program.
Independent learning is the personal learning students engage in outside of school hours and/or timetabled lessons. Independent Learning encompasses, but is, much more than ‘homework’ and includes active and regular revision, application of knowledge and collaborative experiences which enhance academic growth and success.
A range of age and stage appropriate offerings for Secondary School students, supported by clearly delineated spaces, bolsters students’ engagement with independent learning strategies and underpins an academic culture defined by high expectations and high support.
Offerings and Spaces for Independent Learning During the School Term
Roseby Library
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Student Access |
Hours of Opening |
Independent Learning Approaches Available |
Support Available |
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Year 7 to Year 12 |
Monday to Thursday 7.00am – 7.00pm |
Silent Study & Collaborative Group Study |
Academic Coaches 3.30pm – 5.30pm |
Year 12 Study Hub: Learning Hub Level 2
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Student Access |
Hours of Opening |
Independent Learning Approaches Available |
Support Available |
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Year 12 |
Monday to Thursday 7.30am – 7.30pm |
Silent Study & Collaborative Group Study |
Teachers/Academic Coaches 3.30pm – 5.30pm |
Illuminate Scholars Program: Learning Hub Level 3
Illuminate Scholars is an opt-in extra-curricular program (paid), open to students from Year 7 to 12 who wish to engage independently in a supported environment for an extended period of time, from one to four nights per week.
The Illuminate Scholars program enables students to have greater access to support and guidance via Academic Coaches (tutors) who may be high performing Redlands alumni, university students, Education students and retired teachers, able to provide academic support across Mathematics, English, Science and other subjects.
Students will receive afternoon tea and dinner.
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Student Access |
Hours of Opening |
Independent Learning Approaches Available |
Support Available |
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Year 7 to Year 12 |
Monday to Thursday 3.30pm – 7.30pm |
Silent Study & Collaborative Group Study Groups – no larger than 5 students 1 Academic Coach to 5 students |
Academic Coaches 3.30pm – 7.30pm |
Personalised Possibilities
Depending on a range of factors such as a student’s age, Coaching Conversation Goals, cocurricular commitments and living arrangements, there may be a desire or need to engage with the Illuminate Scholars program one or more days per week, or more often in one particular term. A discussion with the Year Advisor and Dean of Studies may support a deeper understanding of a student’s needs. Students who need to develop their executive functioning capacity or those who require a dedicated space for study in a ‘high support and high expectations’ environment will benefit from the Illuminate Scholars program.
Redlands Christmas Carols Friday 1 Dec
On Friday 1 December, students will be attending an afternoon filled with joy and compassion at our school’s “Festive Day of Compassion and Carols”.
The day kicks off at 12:00 with a Carols Service in Redlands Hall, accompanied by our dedicated Tutors from McDouall and Cowper.
Simultaneously, on Level 2 and 3 of the Learning Hub, Dumolo and Roseby will lead Compassion and Gratitude Activities. Students from various Year Groups will engage in rooming activities, fostering a sense of unity and compassion. The day continues post-lunch with more activities in Redlands Hall, creating lasting memories of compassion and celebration. For a touch of festive spirit, students are encouraged to wear a hint of Christmas attire, such as red ribbon or antlers. A gold coin donation is also welcomed, with all proceeds contributing to our Christmas causes. Please note that all students are required to wear their normal school uniform on Friday 1 December.
Secondary School Speech Night
Wednesday 6 December
Here is a summary of the information sent to all families via a Pulse Notification last week. We look forward to celebrating the year’s achievements for students in Years 7-11 at Secondary School Speech Night next week.
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Time |
5pm – 7pm (approximately) |
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Venue |
The Star Event Centre, 20-80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009 |
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Transport |
Students to go directly to the venue. Food breaks are scheduled throughout the afternoon for students arriving early for rehearsals, please bring own afternoon tea. |
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Student Arrivals (students are NOT to arrive prior to their allocated time) |
2.00pm Sharp |
All Senior Strings, Choir and Band Students arrive and report to Music staff in Event Centre Auditorium |
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4.00pm sharp |
Prize and Scholastic Button Recipients arrive and report to Ms Jones in the Auditorium (Stage Right) |
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4.15pm sharp |
All remaining students arrive and go directly to the Auditorium to meet their Year Advisor |
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Doors open |
4.40pm |
For Parents and Guests |
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Uniform for all students |
Full Summer School Uniform, including blazers, polished shoes, neat hair, badges, navy hair ties or ribbons. Please ensure the uniform is in immaculate condition in accordance with the expectations outlined in the Student Planner and Pulse. |
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The final few days of Term 4, 2023 look to be joy filled and fun. We have some exciting community events lined up for the students and staff, culminating in Formal Assemblies on Tuesday 5 December before Speech Night on 6 December. I hope you have a beautiful Christmas, filled with joy and generosity. Thank you for another great year – the support, cooperation and trust of parents is so valued by the Redlands Secondary School Staff. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all.
Ms Gemma Van de Peer
Head of Secondary School
gvandepeer@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9811