Wellbeing

Flourishing at Lauriston

At Lauriston, wellbeing is intentional, visible and embedded in every aspect of school life. It sits at the heart of our educational experience and is the foundation for meaningful learning, the driver of growth, and the catalyst for every student to realise their potential.

We recognise that safety, wellbeing and academic success are inseparable. Each strengthens the other, creating the conditions for every student to flourish across all dimensions of development: cognitive, social, emotional, physical and mental.

Safety, Connection, and Personalised Care

We maintain an unwavering commitment to child safety. Every student has the right to feel safe – and to be safe – at all times. At Lauriston, students are supported to:

  • understand their rights and responsibilities
  • speak up and have their concerns taken seriously
  • participate in decisions that affect them
  • access support when they need it

 

Each girl is known, valued and supported through a strong network of care. Our multidisciplinary team, including learning specialists, nurses, counsellors and career advisors, works in partnership to respond to individual needs, ensuring every student is supported, challenged and empowered to grow.

Values that shape a life

Our School Values are the compass for how we learn, lead and connect. They shape daily actions, guide decision-making and inspire personal excellence.

Through values in action, students build character, laying the foundations for a meaningful and fulfilling life within and beyond the Lauriston gates.

Core values

It is our mission to inspire Lauriston girls to be courageous lifelong learners. They are ethical and compassionate young women who seek to resolve new-world problems and strive to be responsible, global citizens working with others to shape their world.

Learning programs at Lauriston Girls’ School are based around the School’s five core values:

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Engagement In Life

We engage proactively with the world; determined to better understand, reflect upon and question ourselves, our experiences and the society in which we live. We are critically engaged and curious about all that we encounter and learn.

Intellectual Curiosity

We learn how to connect with others, manage the highs and lows and reap the rewards of our commitment by our purposeful engagement in all aspects of school life. We are motivated to participate and respond to changes in our world.

Courage

We are courageous in our approach to managing change; embracing physical, moral, and intellectual challenges; and standing up for what we believe. Courage enables us to understand our strengths and act accordingly.

Creativity

We approach learning and teaching with creativity as our cornerstone. We are imaginative, inventive, and entrepreneurial. We are open to and champion new ideas and new ways.

Relationships

We communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully allowing us to have meaningful connections with each other in the community and beyond. We foster a culture of optimism, collaboration, and celebration.

Igniting their SPARK

At the core of our approach is SPARK – a contemporary, research-informed wellbeing framework shaped by the voices of our community.

SPARK brings together five essential domains that drive both wellbeing and learning success:
 
  • Self Management – understanding and managing oneself to achieve learning goals
  • Purposeful direction – developing aspirations, motivation and meaning in learning
  • Agility – building adaptable and resilient responses to challenge and change
  • Recharged mind and body – prioritising health and balance to sustain and optimise learning
  • Kindness – cultivating compassion and care for self and others in the learning community

Movement that Matters

Lauriston’s rich physical environment is intentionally designed to support health, wellbeing and active learning.
 
From the expansive outdoor spaces of Blairholme, to the adventure playground in the Junior School, and the immersive natural experiences of Howqua, students are inspired to move, explore and connect with the world around them. Complemented by contemporary outdoor courts and the state-of-the-art Ullmer Sports & Wellbeing Centre at Armadale, these environments foster energy, personal growth, teamwork and lifelong healthy habits.

Student Voice and Connection

Students are active partners in shaping a positive and inclusive school culture. Our wellbeing leaders champion initiatives, amplify student voice and empower their peers to lead change.
 
Through our Peer Support program, House system, clubs and committees, and community service opportunities, students build meaningful cross-year connections, fostering belonging, confidence and a shared sense of identity.

A Partnership for Success

Wellbeing is strongest when school and home work together.
 
We partner closely with parents and caregivers to build trust, alignment and shared understanding. This collaboration strengthens student wellbeing, deepens engagement and supports stronger learning outcomes. At Lauriston, every student is at the centre of a connected community, working together to ensure they reach their potential at school, and in life.