Pastoral
The size of Marian College
encourages a close and friendly
atmosphere. We value the
parent/school partnership in
educating the young women
in our care. The staff strive to
create the right climate which is
conducive to effective learning
by development of personal
responsibility and autonomy.
Respect for self and respect for others
are the basic guidelines emphasised
within the college. Individual
responsibility is encouraged.
The deputy principal, guidance
counselor, deans, pastoral chaplain,
house group teachers and careers
advisor make up the pastoral team.
The deans take a particular interest
in the general development and
progress of the students under
their care.
The guidance counselor is available
to students and their families to
discuss confidentially issues which
may be of concern to them. Students
may be referred to outside agencies
as appropriate.
The careers advisor is available to
talk to students and parents about
pathways to different career areas,
tertiary courses, including universities,
polytechnics and private providers
as well as apprenticeships and work
place opportunities. The government
initiated Youth Guarantee and
Vocational Pathways provides many
different options for school students
and recent school leavers.
MARIAN COLLEGE
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