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Monte provides a focus on social and emotional wellbeing as part of its education. The Pastoral Care program, SELF-GROWTH, blends staff development in Social and Emotional Learning (SELF) with six pillar-based student growth (GROWTH). SELF stands for Social and Emotional Learning Framework for staff, and GROWTH stands for Goals, Relationships, Organisations, Wellness, Transition and Humanity for students. The program is embedded in the curriculum through daily Tutor Group meetings and regular form meetings, with camps that support personal development. Restorative practices are used to reinforce positive behaviours, and staff cultivate two-way relationships to support student growth and wellbeing. The aim is to build resilience and a growth mindset across all students.
Monte provides an inclusive environment for all students, including those with special needs. Access to specialist services is available for students with specific needs. The College employs a full-time psychologist to support students' social and emotional growth and a College Counsellor for specialised assistance. The Health Centre provides on-site health care with a full-time nurse during school hours. Pastoral Care, embedded in the curriculum, supports academic, social, emotional and spiritual development for students who need additional support.
Monte prioritises mental wellbeing as a core part of education. A full-time psychologist supports students' social and emotional growth, complemented by a College Counsellor. The Health Centre provides on-site health care with a full-time nurse during school hours. The Pastoral Care program SELF-GROWTH focuses on building resilience and growth across academic, social, emotional and spiritual domains. Daily Tutor Group meetings, form meetings and camps reinforce wellbeing and personal development.
Child Protection Policy and Procedures are in place. Communications, Concerns and Complaints Policy is in place. Harassment and Anti-Bullying Policy is in place. Privacy Policy is in place. Student Responsibility Policy and Procedures are in place.
Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College is a Catholic day school for girls in Australia with a history dating to 1875. College delivers the IB Middle Years Programme for Years 7 to 10 and offers a choice between NSW Higher School Certificate and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Years 11 to 12, both routes to university entry via ATAR or Combined Rank. The IB Diploma requires six subjects across groups, plus Studies in Catholic Thought and core elements Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service. HSC provides more than 25 subjects across English, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, Languages and Design and Technology. The campus features facilities including Scientia Terrace for Science, PDHPE and Sports Science, a 370-seat theatre, specialized music rooms, a Hospitality Kitchen and Library with about 16,000 items. Mercy House serves as study centre. Monte emphasises Performing Arts, Debating, Cultural Immersions and Mercy in Action in student life.