Student Support

Wellbeing of Students

At Lyneham High School we have the wellbeing of our students at the centre of our practices. We work to facilitate and strengthen connections between students, teachers, the school and community.

Home Group teachers are the first point of contact for students and parents and we provide a number of opportunities for Home Group teachers to build supportive relationships with their students and families. Our Home Group teachers work closely with our Year Coordinators.

We work to ensure that our school provides a safe environment where all students can learn and experience success. Our underpinning belief is the development of the whole person - as a lifelong learner, responsible and positive citizen for the future.

Students, parents and teachers are also supported by our:

  • Student Engagement Executives focus on developing teacher and student relationships, supporting students at risk and liaising with providers to offer students alternative programs.
  • Year Coordinators who work with students each year to support their learning and relationships throughout their high school years.
  • School Psychologist who work closely with parents, teachers and students to address significant learning, family and mental health issues which impact on a student's abilities to participate in learning.
  • Youth Support Workers who are an advocate for young people and are available to listen and give support and advice.
  • Menslink Counsellor provides counselling support to young men.
  • Social Worker provides support to students and families to manage complex circumstances.

For referral pathways, please refer to this flowchart:

Student Engagement flowchart

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Student Engagement

We foster positive relationships between staff and students. We recognize that there are shared rights and responsibilities at school. Strong and productive relationships are based on common understandings, mutual respect and recognition and appreciation of differences within a safe environment. Working together in this spirit creates a learning environment which helps all students to develop their full potential and abilities.

Restorative practices and mediation underpin the school's student support philosophy.

For more information, refer to the Education Directorate's Safe and Supportive Schools Policy.

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Conflict or Bullying

Students who find themselves in conflict situations, or victims of bullying, should speak to one of their support team: their home group teacher, year coordinator, student engagement staff, or any teacher on duty.

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