Prospectus

At Kincoppal – Rose Bay we seek the extraordinary in every ordinary moment. We find it in the magical capacity of a four year old making an extraordinary discovery in the Reggio Emilia inspired Joigny Early Learning Centre, explaining “Learning is when your brain thinks…”; or senior girls in Women and Leadership Forums hearing remarkable leaders such as Professor Marie Bashir AC, CVO and Gail Kelly, Westpac CEO, share extraordinary life moments.

As Principal, I encourage our students to challenge themselves, to stretch their imaginations and to attempt new endeavours. Students learn within and outside the classrooms. They need a broad range of opportunities to develop their capabilities as well-rounded individuals and to become informed and compassionate global leaders.

With a tradition of educating ‘Hearts and Minds’ since 1882, Kincoppal – Rose Bay prepares young people for lives of courage and compassion. As Sacred Heart educators, our role is to develop each child’s gifts and talents, whatever they may be; and to nurture and empower our students to believe that they can make a difference to their world.

Kincoppal – Rose Bay is unique in that we cater for girls and boys P–6 and girls only in day and boarding for Years 7–12. Our boys are offered exceptional opportunities in learning, leadership and sport that prepares them well for their senior schooling.

At Kincoppal – Rose Bay we offer a transformative education. We strive to educate the hearts and minds of each student and to encourage them to be the best that she or he can be. We offer your daughters and sons the challenge of achieving personal excellence in

diverse areas of school life, through participation in wide-ranging curricular and stimulating

co-curricular programs.

Welcome fromTHE PRINCIPAL

We are small enough for each student to be well known and supported, yet large enough to offer a broad and dynamic range of opportunities.

Kincoppal – Rose Bay is a member of the international group of 200 Sacred Heart Schools in 44 countries, conducted by the Society of the Sacred Heart. This Catholic teaching order was established by Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat in France in 1800. Schools of this global network are connected by a strong sense of community and the educational vision that stems from the vision of the Foundress, as articulated in the five goals of a Sacred Heart education:

• ApersonalandactivefaithinGod

• Adeeprespectforintellectualvalues

• ThebuildingofcommunityasaChristianvalue

• Asocialawarenesswhichimpelstoaction

• Personalgrowthinanatmosphereofwise freedom.

Each of the pages of this prospectus gives an insight to the ways in which we at Kincoppal – Rose Bay live out these goals. I encourage you to seek more details on our comprehensive website (krb.nsw.edu.au).

I look forward to welcoming you to our School and sharing with you the unique difference a Sacred Heart education can offer your child.

Hilary Johnston-Croke Principal

Welcome fromTHE PRINCIPAL

AsaCatholicschool,Kincoppal-RoseBayenablesstudents to understand, appreciate and celebrate the richness of the Catholic traditions. Each student’s faith is nurturedinoursupportivecommunity.ASacredHearteducation is firmly grounded in the development of a strong and vibrant faith.

Opportunities for prayer and reflection, including meditation sessions in the Junior School and retreat programs in the Senior School, enable students to reflect ontheirrelationshipwiththeirGodandtodiscerntheworkofGodinthisworld.

Forums and panels with guest speakers give students and parents opportunities to hear about the life experiences of those who have been strongly associated with and influenced by Sacred Heart education.

Families are encouraged to come together to celebrate community at Masses for parents and their children, since the Eucharist is central to our Catholic faith. We fill our beautiful Chapel with prayer and music and focus on a spirituality that is contemporary, joyful and optimistic.

Students follow the Religious Education curriculum of the ArchdioceseofSydney.Studentsintheco-educationalJunior School prepare for the Sacraments of First Eucharist and First Reconciliation as part of their religious formation.

The traditions continue...In keeping with the traditions of Sacred Heart education, students learn about the lives of the foundresses of the Society of the Sacred Heart and experience some of the richtraditions.TheProcessionoftheLanterns,originatingin France and held the evening before Sacred Heart Day, is particularly significant for the members of the

Boarding Community.

A Personal and ActiveFAITH IN GOD

AtKincoppal–RoseBayweencourageall students–fromELCtoYear6girlsandboys,tothegirlsinYears7–12–tofindrealjoyandmeaninginlearning

and to understand that learning involves embracing many experiences. Teachers are at the forefront of offering

quality education. They challenge our students to become independent learners, thus equipping them with skills for

lifelong learning and discovery.

AcademicprogramsfollowtherequirementsoftheNSWBoard of Studies and are designed to provide

age-appropriate learning environments for 21st century teaching and learning. Our experienced and talented staff

create a variety of opportunities for individuals in small classes and groups and encourage students to realise and

pursue their special interests and creativity.

“Curiouser and curiouser!...”Eager explorers and thinkers develop and thrive in our JoignyEarlyLearningCentre,inspiredbytheReggioEmilia philosophy. Here children are enchanted and

engaged, collaborate with each other and their teachers and delve deeper into ideas that capture

their imagination.

Hands-on learning…Junior School classrooms are designed for girls and boys

to solve problems with their peers and develop critical thinking, creativity, abstract reasoning and self-esteem.

Through hands-on learning, teachers encourage students to ask questions, to create, to work and interact well with others. Teachers are the directors, providing guidance on

the learning journey. In sharing the one campus, junior students have ready access to senior school facilities –

laboratories, a music technology suite and sports facilities –andSeniorSchoolspecialistteachersinLanguages,

Science,PDHPEandMusic.

A Deep Respect forINTELLECTuAL VALuEs

We encourage investigation…Senior School provides a rigorous and diverse range of intellectual challenges and learning opportunities. Students are assisted to identify their talents and gifts and explore areas of special interests while maintaining a solid foundation across all disciplines. Whatever their needs, acceleration, enrichment or learning support, students are encouraged to find real meaning in the classroom and beyond. Students learn to take risks, express themselves with confidence and formulate sound independent judgements in small classes and within a supportive community.

Help is always at hand…Support continues beyond the classroom – into the HomeworkCentreandExtendedDayProgram–offeringstudents the opportunity for research with ready access to resources and technology, with professional guidance at hand. Teachers assist students with their homework or assignment preparation in the well-resourced library. The LearningServicesTeamprovidesindividualsupport.

Technology 24/7...Kincoppal – Rose Bay is committed to the provision of an ICT (Information and Communication Technology) rich environment. The use of new technology is integrated within all learning programs which are personalised around the individual. The provision of a highly-resourced technology environment is critical to providing for our students now and preparing them for the future. FromELCtoYear6,girlsandboysutiliseinteractivewhiteboards, laptop trolleys and digital classrooms. Students in the Senior School have their own notebook computersthroughtheLearningAdvantageProgram.Students benefit from ‘anywhere, anytime’ access to technology for learning.

A Deep Respect forINTELLECTuAL VALuEs

Being part of something you love...AsaschoolintheglobalSacredHeart

network, we focus on promoting a deep appreciation of the Sacred Heart tradition within our school life. Being part of a strong community provides security

and connection to others, an important component in developing self-esteem. Students come together to celebrate traditions such as Sacred Heart Day, Cultural

Diversity Week and the Boarders In-Weekend.

The spirit of community extends beyond the students. From the moment they embark on a Sacred Heart

education, parents and students begin to form lifelong friendships.Longaftergraduation,friendshipsremain

significant and are fostered through engagement in activitiesforex-studentsandthroughthePast

Parents’Association.

ParentsareawelcomeandessentialpartofaSacred

Heart education and work in partnership with the School. TheParents’&Friends’Associationprovidesmany

activities for all families to celebrate community. Functions such as Welcome Dinners for new families, celebrations

of mothers, fathers and grandparents, regional gatherings incountryNSWandinternationaleventsareallmeansof

developing community.

The world is waiting…Kincoppal – Rose Bay is part of a worldwide network of over 200 schools in 44 countries. Each school shares the Sacred Heart mission and is guided by the same values.

OurglobalExchangeProgramoffersseniorstudentsopportunitiestovisitsisterschoolsinNorthAmerica,

EuropeandAsiasothattheymayexperiencetheglobalSacred Heart tradition and gain an understanding

of other cultures. Even when students finish their schooling, they remain part of the international

Sacred Heart family.

The Building of Community asA CHRIsTIAN VALuE

Boarding: home away from home…Boarding at KRB offers students the opportunity to

become ‘Sydney savvy’, whilst developing independence and resourcefulness under guidance of experienced staff. Boarders comprise a third of the Senior School population

and have a significant presence in the School.

BoardersinYears7–11havenewsharedbedrooms. Year12studentsshareamodernseparatehouse,adjacent

to the library, with one or two to a room.

ThemajorityofboarderscomefromruralNSW,withsome city girls and, in senior years, girls from overseas

who value the internationality of our Sacred Heart school and Sydney’s multicultural vibe. Students enjoy a

rich diversity of cultures and experiences that promote personal growth and active participation in a

supportive community.

Flexible boarding leave that is ‘family friendly’ is welcomed by families who value the options available

for girls to spend time at weekends with approved family or friends. Many boarders enjoy staying in the boarding houses to participate in a variety of supervised weekend

activities. These include surfboard riding lessons, ice skating, kayaking, yum cha, movies or shopping.

Attendingfunctionsatotherboardingschoolsdevelopsfriendships, many of which continue after boarders leave

school. Support and care for one another is particularly significant in the boarding school. Older students assist

younger ones to assimilate into boarding school life and the city-country scheme ensures that every boarder has a

day parent as a contact for social outings and when other needs arise.

The Building of Community as aCHRIsTIAN VALuE

Kincoppal – Rose Bay strives to create an environment that fosters self belief, compassion and responsibility. Students develop a strong desire to contribute in the workplace,thecommunityandthewiderworld.Givingservice to others is a way of life in Sacred Heart education.

Integrated age-appropriate programs are planned for each yeargroupfromELCtoYear12.Skillsdevelopedrangefrom working together, sharing resources and exploring concepts in junior years, through to exploration of prejudices, interfaith dialogue and empathetic listening in the senior years.

Social awareness at the School is a proactive awareness, which goes beyond merely contributing through donations. Experiences such as the Hearts for Haiti program in the Junior School and the shoe drive for Sudanese refugees demonstrate individual initiative and leadtosupportfromthecommunity.WrapWithLove,begunbyex-student,SoniaGidley–Kingandinspiredbyher own Sacred Heart education, is now known worldwide andhasbecomeafocusforYears5and6students.

Social justice programs in the Senior School include annual participation in the Bowraville Indigenous Camp, which offers support for the Bowraville community, and the Easy PCprogram,whereYear10studentsteachcomputingskills to the elderly in the local community.

Students learn more about community support organisationsthroughtheCityImmersionProgramin Year9andthePhilanthropyPrograminYear10.

KRB’s City2Surf team is one of the largest and it raises funds for Sophie’s Farm, a Sacred Heart community in the Philippines.

TheHelpingHeartsProgramofferssupporttoparentsin timesofneedandisorganisedbytheParents’&

Friends’Association.

A Social Awareness WhichIMPELs TO ACTION

Kincoppal – Rose Bay encourages students to be aware of their gifts and limitations and to recognise that

everyone can make a unique contribution. The combined efforts of teachers and parents assist in developing

self-esteem and personal growth in each student, with attention paid to emerging talents or abilities.

ThePastoralCareProgramisdeliveredthroughstructuredactivities aimed to develop resilience, confidence and

independence. Camps and other external activities complement the co-curricular program. The range of

experiences offered ensures that each student is extended spiritually, emotionally, intellectually and physically.

speak up and be heard...Formulating opinions and expressing them with

confidence are hallmarks of Kincoppal – Rose Bay students and are encouraged through participation in

debating, mock trial and public speaking.

Winning isn’t everything... but it’s fun.Sport at KRB is about enjoyment, participation, team

buildingandstrivingforpersonalbest!Morethan90%of students participate in a variety of sporting activities.

We concentrate on individual improvement and encourage students to push themselves to the next level.

Success is celebrated whether they achieve a personal best, master new skills or are premiers in a sport.

StudentsintheJuniorSchoolparticipateinthePSHAAandNSWCISChampionships.SeniorSchoolstudentscompete

inavarietyofIGSSAcompetitionsinhockey,netball,tennis, touch football, basketball and snow sports.

Animpressivenew25metreindoorswimmingpool,which forms part of the Maureen Tudehope Centre,

a fitness centre and outdoor courts provide the ideal backdrop for sporting excellence.

Personal Growth in an Atmosphere ofWIsE FREEDOM

LeadershipKincoppal – Rose Bay students grow and learn in an environment committed to making a difference. Whether a SRC representative, team captain or Eucharistic Minister, students learn to lead with confidence and empathy.

Experiencing leadership gives students confidence in the power of their voices and the knowledge they can transformtheirworld.LeadershipbeginsintheJuniorSchoolwhenstudentsinYear5runaPeerSupportprogram for younger students. The Junior School Student LeadershipTeamisactivelyinvolvedinpublicspeakingand co-ordination of activities.

In the Senior School, the student leaders are committed to upholding Sacred Heart values and acting as role modelsfortherestofthestudentcommunity.Leadershipopportunities abound in the Boarding School, where the students organise activities to ensure the boarding environment is the best it can be.

Creativity, self Expression and Talent…The development of self expression and creativity is valued as a key component in every student’s development. Students can be members of various musical ensembles including the Junior and Senior Choirs, Bands and the School Orchestra. Music tuition, Speech and Drama and Theatresports add to the development of creativity.

The play’s the thing…The school musical and play give students opportunities to work as part of a team, whether on stage or behind thescenes.TheannualNightofSongandChapelConcerts showcase the depth of talent in music. The stage and dance studio, part of the Edwina Taylor Clark AuditoriumintheMaureenTudehopeCentre,enhances

the creativity of every student.

Personal Growth in an Atmosphere ofWIsE FREEDOM

Main Images

Cover Senior School Student Leaders at the Kincoppal Gates

2 & 3 Principal Hilary Johnston-Croke with junior and senior students

4 & 5 Junior School students participating in science experiments

in the Senior School Science Laboratories

6 & 7 Student paraliturgy in the School Chapel

8 & 9 ELC students taking part in ‘Wildtime’

10 & 11 Senior students utilising the Visual Arts Technology Suite

12 & 13 Year 5 performers in the Maureen Tudehope Centre

14 & 15 Weekend boarding activities

16 & 17 Easy PC Program

18 & 19 Boys basketball in the Maureen Tudehope Centre

20 & 21 School musical performance of ‘Annie’

This page Kincoppal – Rose Bay community celebrating Sacred Heart Day

Educating Hearts and Minds

SINCE 1882

New South Head Road,

Rose Bay NSW 2029

Tel: +61 2 9388 6000

Fax: +61 2 9388 6001

krb.nsw.edu.au