Year 7

This week, Year 7 participated in a NAPLAN information session led by Elizabeth Gilberthorpe, Acting Director of Studies – Year 7 to Year 10. Year 7 were guided through what NAPLAN involves, the upcoming timetable, and what is required on the day, including how to download and use the NAPLAN lockdown browser. The session was designed to ensure Year 7 feel informed and prepared ahead of NAPLAN in Week 7 (commencing Monday 9 March 2026). Click here to read more details on NAPLAN for Year 7.

At our Year Meeting on Wednesday, students were introduced to the Spirit of MLC School Award by Henry Wijanto, Round Square Coordinator. This award encourages the Values of Service, Commitment and Courage. Students in Year 5 to Year 8 can choose to participate, allowing them to begin their journey through activities that reflect their interests while making positive contributions to both MLC School and the wider community. The Spirit of MLC School Award also lays an important foundation for the Duke of Edinburgh Award, which begins in Year 9, supporting participation, belonging and personal growth.

During the meeting, Year 7 were also reminded of our MLC School Values, with a particular focus on Respect and how this is demonstrated in everyday school life. We discussed the importance of:

• following rules and expectations around phone use – MLC School is a phone free school;
• engaging in respectful conversations with others, including teachers, at all times; and
• using laptops only for learning tasks set by their teacher.

These reminders help reinforce a shared understanding of the expectations that support a calm, respectful and focused learning environment for all students. We appreciate your ongoing support in reinforcing these messages at home as Year 7 continue to settle into Senior School routines.

Save the date | Year 7 Study Skills Evening – Monday 16 March 2026

Families are invited to attend the Meet the Luminary and Year 7 Study Skills Evening with Dr Prue Salter on Monday 16 March 2026, 5.30pm–7pm.

• 5.30pm – Meet the Luminary
• 6pm–7pm – Study Skills with Dr Prue Salter

This session is designed for students and parents and carers to attend together and will focus on practical strategies to support organisation, homework routines, time management and effective study habits in high school. Dr Salter is a highly regarded expert in study skills, and the evening will provide families with shared tools and strategies to support Year 7 as they develop confidence and independence in their learning.

More information can be found by clicking here.

– Emily Marsh
Head of Year 7