Year 11 (Year 12 2026) Leaders Guiding Year 6 Through Change

Over the past two weeks, our Year 12 Leaders visited the Year 6 classes to support their Personal Development, Health and Physical Education unit on Coping with Change and preparing for Year 7. They helped lead a guided activity, working with students to discuss common challenges, strategies for managing change, and what to expect in high school. The Seniors also shared their own experiences from adjusting to new routines to building friendships giving the Year 6 students valuable insight and reassurance.

Thank you to our Year 12 Leaders for their leadership and for helping our Year 6 cohort feel more confident and supported as they prepare for high school.

I’d love to share some of the Year 6 reflections below:

During a recent Health lesson, our teacher, Ms Bourbous, invited some Year 12 leaders to help assist us to learn about some upcoming changes in high school. Their insights into the expectations for year 7 students were exceptionally valuable, detailing behaviour and academic responsibilities. I particularly enjoyed the session’s light-hearted atmosphere, filled with jokes that helped ease our nerves. The presence of older, experienced students provided a sense of reassurance, and we all felt the excitement ripple through the room as we heard about the new opportunities ahead of us.

I found the activity incredibly helpful for multiple reasons. The chat provided an overview of what life will be like in high school and helped keep us stay organised and be ready for the adventures that await. We had the opportunity to ask several questions that addressed our concerns, and hearing the experiences of Year 12 students was particularly informative. I learned that adapting to changes in friendships, routines, classes, and educational expectations is completely normal. We were reassured that both teachers and fellow students are always available to help when needed. I now feel better prepared for Year 7, provided with the knowledge and strategies I need to reach my full potential and succeed.

– Rayna Zhu (Year 6F)

During our Health class, Year 12 students, came to talk to us, it was really encouraging and helpful. They shared what high school is like and gave us tips to make the move from Year 6 to Year 7 easier. We learnt how important it is to be on time, keep our things organised, and not be afraid to ask for help. Their advice made us feel more confident and excited about starting Year 7 and all the new opportunities ahead. We are grateful that they took the time to visit us and share their experiences.
– Kathy Zhang (Year 6F)

– Michaela Bourbous
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) Teacher

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