St Gabriel's Primary School Reservoir
Wellbeing
At St. Gabriel’s we believe in enriching the development of the whole child. Our approach to wellbeing is grounded in the Berry Street Education Model, where we commit to strengthening our children’s positive perceptions of themselves so that they can thrive in all areas of their learning.
Our school’s ‘Ways of Being’ describes our commitment to working together in a positive way. Through our Ways of Being, our children and educators enact our expectations of being safe, acting kindly and engaging with learning.
Through our daily morning routine of ‘Getting Ready To Learn’, our children engage in circle time, greeting rituals, positive priming, acknowledgement of our school values and the reinforcement of explicit teaching from the Personal and Social capability. Children have access to both passive and active play spaces during recess and lunchtime. The outdoor spaces have been designed purposefully to ensure children can interact with their environment and one another, promoting a sense of positivity and calmness. Children have regular opportunities to select from various activities, including hall games, construction, sand play, climbing, mindful colouring and during their breaks.
In ensuring nurturing relationships, each child belongs to a hub with their peers and teachers. The internal school environment and curriculum provide opportunities for children to work with others, developing authentic social and academic relationships.
We learn and influence through our vibrant and diverse multi-faith community. Our approach identifies and builds on the existing collective strengths of communities. This approach leads to action, sustainable change, and strengthening communities to participate in building a better future. We are committed to Catholic social teachings and ensuring we learn with and from all faiths. We are committed to solidarity among all peoples, particularly with our most vulnerable people, seeing the world through their eyes. We seek solidarity, including the persevering determination to work for the common good.
Child Safety
In line with the Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS), Child Safety and Wellbeing Framework, St Gabriel’s has zero tolerance for any form of child abuse, and is deeply committed to upholding and embedding the highest standards of child safety across our schools. We are guided by our Catholic faith, and the unique and unrepeatable dignity of every person in our care. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and protective environment where every child can feel and be safe. We are responsible for inspiring and enabling every child to flourish and enrich the world. Child safety is a shared responsibility for MACS, its employees including the board, executive leadership team, principals, teachers and staff, and the wider community.
Berry Street Education Model
Through evidence-informed strategies, educators gain the tools to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing student engagement, self-regulation, relationships, wellbeing, and academic achievement.
Billie Our Wellbeing Dog
In line with the Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS), Child Safety and Wellbeing Framework, St Gabriel’s has zero tolerance for any form of child abuse, and is deeply committed to upholding and embedding the highest standards of child safety across our schools. We are guided by our Catholic faith, and the unique and unrepeatable dignity of every person in our care.
Fostering Children's Voices
Through evidence-informed strategies, educators gain the tools to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing student engagement, self-regulation, relationships, wellbeing, and academic achievement.