At Borinya we implement a School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) framework called WALK. WALK is a framework that sets whole school expectations for staff, students, visitors and volunteers with four key expected behaviours, Courageous, Resilient, Inclusive and Curious. Students are explicitly taught these expected behaviours within the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) program in context to their Class time, Break time, Online and Community Learning spaces. Daily, our morning gatherings focus on these expected behaviours as a reflection in the context to Catholic Identity.
At Borinya we recognise and value highly that quality relationships are fundamental to student engagement and learning. Our SEL program is a learning program that provides an opportunity for small groups (five students and 1-2 adults) to develop quality relationships within the context of social and emotional awareness.
As a part of Pastoral Care and Wellbeing, Borinya staff have developed a framework for which all students can be supported regardless of their social, emotional and learning needs. We call this Borinya WALK Behavioural Support (on our website)and we strive to provide the best support possible for our students and families to thrive.
The role of the Social Worker is to provide young people attending Borinya with case management and generalist wellbeing support within the educational setting. With support from the Social Worker the young person will address concerns/barriers, and identify and work through goals to enhance different areas of their lives (i.e. school, mental health, social/family connections etc). The young people can be supported on a regular or as needed basis. The young person and families can also be supported to engage with external specialist services where required (i.e. psychologist, GP etc.).
