Student Services
At St Columba’s College, we aim to develop caring and effective relationships between staff, students and the community. Wellbeing practices are focused around our core school values – Hope, Love, Compassion, Justice and Truth
Student Counsellors
The College Counsellors, Social Worker, and Wellbeing Officer provide guidance and counselling to students. Individual support is available for matters such as managing workload, mental health concerns, friendship issues, and any general wellbeing needs. Referrals to outside agencies are made where appropriate.
The Counselling and Wellbeing Team also run programs designed to enhance the personal development and wellbeing of students. Some of these include:
- Drug Education
- Anti-bullying
- Online Safety
- Stress Management
- Social Skills Groups
- Understanding Mental Health
You and your child are welcome to contact the Counsellors, Social Worker, or Wellbeing Officer to discuss specific needs or concerns. Please call the College on 9337 5311.
Student Reception
Student Reception is the heart of St Columba’s College, acting as a welcoming and supportive hub for all of our students.
Students are able to go to Student reception for the sickbay, to receive first aid, make appointments with the College Counsellors or Social Worker, if they arrive late or need to leave early, and general wellbeing support.
Student Reception also provides a range of wellbeing resources for students, including information on study schedules, mindfulness techniques and guidance on spiritual and mental wellbeing.
Student Reception is located on the ground floor of the Kernan building, next to the staff room.
First Aid
St Columba’s College is equipped with a sickbay, located at Student Reception, and managed by the College Nurse.
Students who require medical assistance or first aid during the school day, can visit with the College Nurse.
The College Nurse is also responsible for ensuring that students’ allergy and anaphylaxis plans, health management plans and personal medications are correctly implemented, and will work with families to protect the health and safety of your child.
Hungry Souls' Hub
The Hungry Souls’ Hub is located on the ground floor of Foxford building.. The Hungry Souls’ Hub provides breakfast, lunch and snack options which can be purchased in person or online. Your child will also have the option to use their student card to purchase items. With a rotating weekly menu, your child will have access to varied and diverse food choices to cater for their dietary needs and tastes.
