The wellbeing of every child at Pulteney is a whole-school priority, and wellbeing is central to the Pulteney experience. Pulteney is an inclusive community. Each person is valued and encouraged to grow and to challenge themselves.

As a school, we recognise our role in developing the social and emotional skills of each student, whilst supporting each student emotionally, physically, intellectually and spiritually. Equally, staff, families and students understand the important role each person plays in the support of the School’s culture and our students’ safety.

From the Early Learning Centre through to Year 12, students are provided with specialist lessons and programs centered on these seven wellbeing attributes.

Wellbeing program in 2022

More on the seven attributes:

Aspirational wellbeing

Students are supported to become optimistic young people, to be aware of their capacity and of the possibilities in their life, to dream and plan for the future.

Cognitive wellbeing

Students cultivate self-awareness, to be wise and confident decision makers and understand how to learn effectively and think critically.

Emotional wellbeing

Students develop the capacity to become resilient and resourceful with the capability to exercise self-control and manage a range of powerful feelings and develop positive coping strategies.

Moral wellbeing

Strong community values, modelled on inclusion, empathy, compassion, justice and fairness, are fostered in students. Students are in turn empowered with the integrity and confidence required to be accountable for their individual choices.

Physical wellbeing

Students develop habits that enable long-term health and safety and enjoy the benefits that come with being physically healthy.

Social wellbeing

Students learn how to build and grow positive relationships in diverse contexts.

Spiritual wellbeing

Students are part of a community shaped by the deepest meanings and values through which people choose to live their fullest expression of their humanity.

The team

Whilst all staff at Pulteney are committed to the wellbeing of the community; the School has a dedicated Wellbeing Team who ensure our service to students and families is proactive, responsive and collaborative.

Together, Pulteney’s experienced and qualified Wellbeing Team practice a unique and holistic approach to achieve our seven attributes of student wellbeing.

Steven McCulloch
Head of Student Wellbeing

Chris Clements
School Psychologist

Rev Tracey Gracey
School Chaplain

Esra Herdem
School Counsellor

Annecke Redelinghuys
School Counsellor

The Wellbeing Team work closely with Heads of Schools, Heads of House, tutors and teachers to apply their psychological and educational expertise to help students overcome challenge, build resilience and maintain balance in their lives.

How we can help

Students and their families are welcome to access the Wellbeing Team for confidential, specialised support or advice.

The team is equipped to respond to a multitude of needs, and can provide support and guidance in a range of areas including (but not limited to):

  • Relationships
  • Mental health and emotional wellbeing
  • Organisation and study skills
  • Motivation and academic success
  • Sleep
  • Parenting
  • Decision-making
  • Grief
  • Safety
  • Spiritual guidance

How can we access the Wellbeing Team?

Our Wellbeing Team is accessible to students and parents/caregivers any time of the week.

If you, your child or family member would like to seek advice or support from one of our Wellbeing team, please email wellbeingservices@pulteney.sa.edu.au

External support services and resources

Emergency Assistance – Ph 000
If you or your family member is in an emergency situation or need immediate assistance, contact mental health services or emergency services on 000.

Kids Helpline
1800 551 800
Kidshelpline.com.au (email and webchat service available)

Lifeline
13 11 14

Youth Beyond Blue
Youthbeyondblue.com

Headspace
Headspace.org.au

ReachOut.com
http://au.reachout.com

Notifications

Have you downloaded Canvas – Pulteney’s Learning Management System (LMS)?

Canvas – Pulteney’s Learning Management System (LMS)

Parents, please download Canvas prior to Learning Conferences.
Canvas is one the most innovative and adaptable platforms in the LMS landscape, providing a safe online environment for us to design personalised Pulteney courses. Canvas enables students, parents, and teachers to share and exchange detailed information about the teaching and learning process as it develops for each student. Importantly, it serves as the primary platform for reporting your child’s progress, aligning with the continuous reporting strategy implemented this year.

Please use this link to access a step by step guide to get connected to Canvas. 

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