At Emmanuel Catholic College, Pastoral Care is a whole-school approach dedicated to nurturing the social, academic, and spiritual development of each student—supporting them to become the best version of themselves.
Our vision is to foster an environment that reflects the College’s core values. We encourage students to form meaningful and respectful relationships with both peers and staff, modelling Christ through the way they treat others.
We aspire for our students to be happy, resilient, and self-confident individuals. We aim to empower them to become help-seeking, proactive learners—both academically and in caring for their own wellbeing.
We also provide opportunities for students to become men and women of service, building strong connections within the Emmanuel community and enabling all to flourish.
Our Pastoral Care program features a range of guest speakers and initiatives designed to support students’ personal development. These experiences equip them with practical tools and insights across a variety of relevant and age-appropriate topics.
From Years 7–12, students engage with themes such as:
A highlight of our program is our partnership with Paul Litherland, highly regarded cyber safety consultant and 2022 WA Australian of the Year. Paul delivers an in-house advisory service offering guidance to students, parents, and staff on current online risks and digital wellbeing.
His program strengthens our students’ digital literacy and supports families with practical advice on managing mobile devices, social media use, and parental controls. Most importantly, it encourages students to see themselves as agents of positive change in the digital space—promoting a culture of accountability and safe online behaviour for future generations.
Emmanuel Catholic College provides qualified counsellors who work closely with the Heads of Year, Head of Wellbeing, Learning Excellence, and other staff to support student mental health and wellbeing. Operating under the guidance of the College Principal and Deputy Principal of Pastoral Care, our counsellors follow professional standards and College protocols and collaborate with external agencies when appropriate. Students are encouraged to actively seek support, with the Wellbeing Referral form offering access to a range of services and staff dedicated to their wellbeing.
