Nossal High School - Student Wellbeing and Engagement Policy - Purpose, Scope, and Strategies

Aug 21, 2026

Nossal High School Student Wellbeing and Engagement Policy sets expectations for creating and sustaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. It outlines the school’s purpose, including commitment to positive student behaviour, availability of support for students and families, and the procedures for responding to inappropriate behaviour. The policy applies across all school activities and connects student wellbeing with learning outcomes, describing strategies for engagement, positive relationships, and inclusion.

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CategoryHealthcare

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Pages9

Reading Time23 min

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Purpose

Scope

Contents

School profile

School values, philosophy and vision

Wellbeing and engagement strategies

Universal strategies

Nossal High School Student Wellbeing and Engagement Policy HELP FOR NON-ENGLISH SPEAKERS If you need help to understand the information in this policy, please contact Nossal High School on 03 8762 4600 or [nossal.hs@education.vic.gov.au](nossal.hs@education.vic.gov.au). PURPOSE The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all students and members of our school community understand: (a) our commitment to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for students (b) expectations for positive student behaviour (c) support available to students and families (d) our school’s policies and procedures for responding to inappropriate student behaviour. Nossal High School is committed to providing a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment for all students. We understand that students reach their full potential only when they are happy, healthy and safe, and that a positive school culture, where student participation is encouraged and valued, helps to engage students and support them in their learning. Our school acknowledges that student wellbeing and student learning outcomes are closely linked. The objective of this policy is to support our school to create and maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive school environment consistent with our school’s values. SCOPE This policy applies to all school activities, including camps and excursions. CONTENTS 1. School profile 2. School values, philosophy and vision 3. Wellbeing and engagement strategies 4. Identifying students in need of support 5. Student rights and responsibilities 6. Student behavioural expectations and management 7. Engaging with families 8. Evaluation POLICY 1. School profile Nossal High School opened in 2010 and is part of the Select Entry Network of government schools. Nossal High School is located in a significant growth area on the south-eastern edge of Melbourne within the City of Casey Education Hub on the Federation University Campus site at Berwick. The school is fully academically selective and has been purpose designed to provide a flexible and stimulating adult learning environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and an ICT rich platform allowing for collaboration, independence and extension. The school is uniquely sited on the grounds of Federation University allowing for the sharing of facilities, joint programs and partnership arrangements. Berwick railway station is a short walk from the school and public bus services traverse Clyde Road. The school has a co-educational enrolment maximum of 832 students in Years 9 to 12 (208 per year level) . Enrolment in this school is through a standard selection process applicable to all four government selective entry schools. The selection process involves an examination which is overseen by VCAA (Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority) and takes place in June of the preceding year. Applications for enrolment at the school will be open from February to May to all students in (the equivalent of) Year 8 in both government and non-government schools. A maximum of 4% of the Year 8 cohort in any school can be allocated places in Year 9 at selective entry schools (10% for P–9 schools) . Merit selection of 85% of the students is on the basis of the centralised and independently administered entrance examination. Secondary selection criteria will see the other 15% of eligible students allocated places, 10% through demonstrable equity criteria and 5% at the discretion of the school. A preference system is in place for students applying for more than one of the select entry schools. 2. School values, philosophy and vision Nossal High School is committed to being an innovative, inclusive and dynamic educational environment. We challenge ourselves to be creative and critical thinkers with good communication skills and the resilience necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world. We build skills, selfconfidence, leadership abilities an

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Student Wellbeing and Engagement Policy?

The policy ensures students and the school community understand the school’s commitment to a safe learning environment, expectations for positive behaviour, available support for students and families, and processes for responding to inappropriate behaviour.

Who does the policy apply to and where is it used?

The policy applies to all school activities, including camps and excursions, and covers expectations and strategies for students across the school community.

What universal strategies does the school use to support wellbeing and engagement?

Universal strategies include consistent high expectations, an inclusive and supportive culture, strong positive staff-student relationships through the vertical tutorial structure, and consistent Nossal Time programs.

Aug 21, 2026

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