Student Wellbeing
We support the social and emotional welfare of students and their families through effective strategies, recommendations, policies and procedures, guidelines and tools that enable healthy personal development in students and contributes to their academic success. This includes our wellbeing dog, Arlo, a groodle puppy who joined our school in 2020.
Student Wellbeing
Learning at Santa Sophia
Santa Sophia is a place where curiosity, imagination and love of learning thrive through working together to provide the most effective, engaging and challenging learning experiences for students.
As one of the 80 Catholic schools in the Diocese of Parramatta, we’re working together to transform learning for students in Greater Western Sydney. This means reimagining and refreshing learning and teaching for today’s world and today’s learners.
The purpose and promise of a Catholic education is to inspire each learner - student, teacher and family - to discover a meaningful and flourishing life.
The Learning Stages in a Student’s Life
Our Faith Journey
Santa Sophia is a great place for students to grow in faith and learning. We value each student as an individual and share the values of the Gospel to help them discover the hope that is within and to experience a meaningful and flourishing life.
Our Faith Journey
Beyond the Classroom
We believe it is important for students to pursue interests to find what they are passionate about. Our school gives them exposure to a range of exciting opportunities to unlock their creative potential, develop a talent or follow a passion.
Sport
Sport is a valued part of a school’s curriculum, contributing to the development of the whole child by providing a vehicle for social, physical, emotional and moral learning. Participation, enjoyment and skill development are the cornerstones of school sport. Representative pathways are also available through the Parramatta Diocesan Primary and/or Secondary Schools Sports Council.
Sport
Student Devices and Digital Portfolios
Our college has a BYOD program for students from Year 5 and up, we also use digital portfolios to showcase student work. Our Parent Support Hub has all the information you need.
Careers
Our Careers Portal has information, resources and links to help students make decisions about their future career and their life beyond school. The portal includes parent resources, VET information, virtual job experience, bookings for an appointment with the Careers Office, and more.
Pathways
Students in the School of Challenge (Years 9-12) have the opportunity to create their own, unique pattern of study. Students can choose a pathway that caters to their interests and ambitions for the future. Our Personalised Pathways Portal explains the process.
School Uniform
Our students are ambassadors for Santa Sophia and wear their uniforms with pride. Learn about our school uniform and how to make a purchase.
Before and After School Care
Ambrose School Aged Care, located on the school grounds, offers flexibility and convenience for parents. Specialist staff provide active, engaging and fun programs for children in years K-6. Care is available before, after school, and on pupil free days.
Parents as Partners
We recognise parents and carers as each student’s most influential, primary and essential educators. It is the mission of the college to form strong partnerships with all parents and caregivers to work together in helping all students grow and be the best version of themselves.