Brighter Futures, Spring 2022

A brighter future

Supporting independent students

Oswald has managed his own finances, schooling and housing since moving out in 2020. He won a place at a selective school for Years 11 and 12, uses the planner and study guides we provided, and plans to study Exercise Science. We fund his gym and running track access, which also supports his mental health.

Hanna moved out in Year 10 and lives with her sister and brother-in-law. Her teacher says she has "never missed a beat". With tutoring and study guides, she raised her ATAR goal from 80 to above 87. Both are pre-approved for our 2023 tertiary scholarship.

Student support outcomes

Highlights from our Student Support Team

Every primary and secondary student now has an English and a Maths learning goal. Over 70% are working at or above grade in Maths, and over 80% say they have a good study routine. All tertiary students on work placement grants completed their placements, and over 60% kept their Weighted Average Mark above 75 or improved it by 10%.

The support shown to me gives me confidence and courage to take on these challenges.Wally

Student achievements

The many benefits of physical activity

Charlie was shy and wouldn't go to boxing without a friend. Now in Year 8, she trains three to five times a week on her own, has great mentors and friends, and her schoolwork has improved.

Hazel chose karate because her dad used to practise it. She made a friend at her first lesson, has since won both her division's categories at a tournament, and inspired her dad to take it up again.

The support you gave her with her boxing classes and boxing camp has been invaluable.Mal, Charlie's mum