The Core Pastoral Care Program is a school-wide initiative, launched in 2025, with the aim of fostering meaningful relationships across our school community, developing students’ pathways to future careers and improving the overall wellbeing of our students.
Specific time is allocated each day for a ‘Core lesson’ where students will engage with Positive Education programs, house activities, year assemblies and a range of other activities to foster a sense of belonging and community at the school.
Positive Education is the application of the science of wellbeing and the principles of positive psychology within education. Positive Education aims to create a school community where students and staff learn the skills to become their best possible selves.
The Applecross SHS Core program is a comprehensive wellbeing program that addresses the application of character strengths, and the elements of psychological wellbeing and happiness- Martin Seligman’s PERMAH principles.
