Peer Support

Each year all children participate in the Peer Support Program. This program is a student-led multi age program that provides a fun and engaging environment for students to address social issues. It encourages peer connections throughout the school and assists students in developing practical skills to enhance social and emotional well-being.

The Peer Support Program assists schools in achieving and maintaining a positive school culture. It empowers students to support each other and contribute positively to our school and community. It caters for student wellbeing and helps to develop a supportive learning environment.

Our Peer Support Program focuses on:

• Orientation
• Relationships
• Resilience
• Optimism
• Values
• Anti-bullying

Key outcomes of the program

• Building positive relationships
• Developing skills such as assertiveness, communication, empathy, decision making, conflict resolution and critical thinking.
• Enhancing mental health
• Taking personal responsibility
• Embracing lifelong learning
• Encouraging participation
• Developing leadership skills