Senior College
Creating an environment in which each child can thrive and build their own unique future is central to the culture at Saint Stephen’s College. Our philosophy in Senior College is based on the understanding that students of different ages have their own abilities and needs. Senior College offers three distinct programs within the curriculum, each designed to cater specifically for differing developmental periods. These programs are uniquely designed to best support the academic success, faith development and emotional well-being of each student as they work towards their goals.
Our teaching team takes a personal interest in the progress of every child and programs are structured to support individual development from year to year. Each stage of the Senior School is a building block which equips students with the confidence and tools to advance through their academic pathway, build their own unique future and be the leaders of the next generation.
Years 7 and 8 Connections Program
The transition to Senior College is a significant event in a child’s education. The Saint Stephen’s College Connections Program is designed to meet the specific academic, social and emotional needs of the emerging adolescent in Years 7 and 8. During these years, a focus is placed on creating an environment and academic program that encourages and supports the intellectual, physical, spiritual, social and psychological growth of each student. Teachers in the Connections Program have a genuine commitment to supporting young students on the journey to discovering who they are and how they relate to the world, by providing the necessary guidance and boundaries required to foster positive decision-making. The aim is to empower students to confidently transition to the greater independence required as they progress through their Senior School years and facilitate an environment in which they can connect to their peers and teachers in a positive way, while developing a love of learning.
Years 9 and 10 Experiences Program
The Saint Stephen’s College Experiences Program supports students through Years 9 and 10 by offering them the opportunity to start exploring a range of subjects of their choice so they can begin considering where their interests and aptitudes lie. Students are introduced to new and exciting subject offerings and academic routines, undertaking more intensive studies across a range of options and make personal selections from a suite of electives.
Teachers guide students as they discover and consider the study and career pathways available to them. The aim is to provide a flexible array of subject choices and education pathways that build a strong foundation of skills for lifelong learning, while continuing to foster the personal and spiritual development of each student.
Years 11 and 12 Credentials Program
The Saint Stephen’s College Credentials Program guides students through Years 11 and 12 as they work towards their Queensland Certificate of Education and prepare for life beyond school. All students pursue ATAR eligibility, with the option to add university extension subjects, vocational education, workplace training, school-based apprenticeships and traineeships in addition to their ATAR pathway.
The Program allows students to personalise their senior pathway while gaining valuable credentials, practical skills and clear connections to future study, training and employment.
