Dear Parents and Caregivers

At Holy Name, fostering student agency is an important aspect of education. It’s about giving children the power to take ownership of their learning, make decisions, and actively participate in shaping their educational experiences. When students feel a sense of control and responsibility, their engagement, motivation, and confidence flourish.

In Year Six, our students are given a voice to identify areas of the school they can actively change to make meaningful decisions.  At our recent student representative council, students identified some opportunities and presented meaningful solutions.  The school uniform, playgrounds and changing behaviours are some of the areas raised. 

At its core, promoting student agency is about trust—trusting that even the youngest learners are capable of making meaningful choices. By embracing this philosophy, primary schools empower students to take charge of their learning journey and cultivate skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom walls.

And that is our shared aspiration.  To ensure that when students leave Holy Name, they have a sense of belonging, learning and service not only to the school, but as global citizens. 

In other news, I have had the privilege of welcoming new families through the Kinder Enrolment process.  Places are filling quickly, and I strongly encourage existing families to ensure they have completed their enrollment to secure a position in 2026.  

With Kindness

Ben Doyle