Philosophy of Learning
In building a culture where learning is valued, four basic assumptions have guided the development of the Pacific Lutheran College curriculum:
- People learn at different rates and by different means;
- All people enjoy learning;
- Risk taking and decision-making are critical to the learning process; and
- Learning occurs best where close relationships are formed.
Further to this, learning in life is based on rich experiences across all dimensions of life and includes experiences at home, in the community and at school. Pacific aims to support parents in their role as they assist young people to grow to take a meaningful and fulfilling role within the workplace, family, church and community.
Through the provision of a supportive, nurturing environment, the pursuit of personal excellence is promoted and valued by the Pacific community. One of the fundamental aims of the curriculum at Pacific is to instill a desire for learning and to equip students with the skills to engage in life long learning across all dimensions of life. Learning is one of the defining characteristics of all members of the Pacific community.
Four Pillars underpin Pacific’s learning journey.
Four Pillars
Four Pillars under pin Pacific’s learning journey.
Learning To Be
Learning To Be
Knowledge of self in relation to God, universe and world as an interdependent, intellectual, social, moral, creative, ethical and spiritual being.
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Learning Together
Learning Together
Growing, learning, working and living with people with increasing co-agency.
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Learning To Learn
Learning To Learn
Possessing dispositions and skills to be an effective lifelong learner.
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Learning To Know and Do
Learning To Know and Do
Becoming a highly skilled knowledgeable person who makes high quality contributions to community.
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Pacific’s curriculum is designed to support a seamless transition from Kindergarten to Year 12 and then to life beyond school. To best cater for different rates and styles of learning, students are given the opportunity to engage in a range of activities to achieve particular outcomes. Recognising that learning is most effective where close relationships develop, the College is broken into four subgroups of:
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Foundation College
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Kindergarten to Year 2
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Junior College
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Year 3 to 6
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Middle College
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Year 6 to 9
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Senior College
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Year 10 to 12
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A dedicated team of teaching and support staff support each of the subgroups and provide age appropriate experiences that promote the highest standards of learning. These staff usually work with each student over a number of years and have a particular focus on the needs of those students. Teachers across subgroups plan together to ensure continuity of student experience.
Learning experiences take into account prior learning and are planned around the individual achievement of student outcomes using a variety of approaches. Attainment of these outcomes is monitored and reported to students and parents regularly. On a developmental basis, students are expected to become increasingly self reliant in their learning. Use of online learning portals provide important flexibility and support the growth of independent learning skills.
Daily Schedule - Monday to Friday
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Pastoral Care
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8.25am - 8.55am
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8.25am - 8.55am
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8.25am - 8.55am
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Period 1
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8.55am - 9.40am
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8.55am - 9.40am
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8.55am - 9.40am
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Period 2
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9.40am - 10.15am
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9.40am - 10.15am
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9.40am - 10.25am
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RECESS
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10.15am - 10.45am
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10.15am - 10.45am
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10.25am - 10.45am
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Period 3
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10.45am - 11.30am
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10.45am - 11.30am
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10.45am - 11.30am
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Period 4
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11.30am - 12.15pm
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11.30am - 12.15pm
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11.30am - 12.15pm
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Period 5
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12.15pm - 12.40pm
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12.15pm - 12.50pm
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12.15pm - 1.00pm
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LUNCH
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12.40pm - 1.40pm
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12.50pm - 1.40pm
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1.00pm - 1.40pm
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Period 6
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1.40pm - 2.25pm
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1.40pm - 2.25pm
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1.40pm - 2.25pm
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Period 7
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2.25pm - 2.50pm
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2.25pm - 3.00pm
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2.25pm - 3.10pm
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Pastoral Care
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NA
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NA
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3.10pm - 3.15pm
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Finish
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2.50pm
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3.00pm
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3.15pm
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Foundation College
Pacific Lutheran College’s early childhood program provides a strong foundation for young learners. The Foundation College, from Kindergarten to Year 2, provides a warm, stimulating and nurturing learning environment.
Junior College
The Junior College supports children as they shift from ‘learning to read’ to ‘reading to learn’. Learning experiences take into account the increased importance of peers and higher levels of cognitive skills including the ability to become increasingly self-reflective and outward looking.
Middle College
The Middle College program aims to provide a challenging, stimulating and supportive environment as young people move into adolescence.
Senior College
Continuing the strong academic focus, the Senior years are seen as preparation for life beyond school.
As young adults within the College, Senior students will be encouraged to play a leading role both at school and in the wider community. Increasingly, senior students take on the roles of lead...
