The first round of consultation was held in June 2024 and attended by 6 future students and 20 adults. The key themes that emerged were: What works at school – Positive Relationships; Choice; Stress Reduction Strategies. Challenges at school – Teacher Expectations; Loneliness; Inappropriate Context – Spaces / Learning Approach Important inclusions at school – Safe and Supportive Environment; Alternative Teaching Approaches; Student-Centred Approaches If you are interested in further detail from the consultation please see below. We will be holding further focus groups in the future. These will be advertised on both our website and through social media.
Application for In-principle approval to establish a new ACT Non-government School 8 April 2024 An application for In-principle approval to establish a new ACT Non-government school under section 86 of the Education Act 2004 has been received from Connections High School. Connections High School Ltd (the proprietor) has applied for In-principle approval to establish a new high school providing levels of education form years 7 to 10, Building 21, Telita Street, University of Canberra, Bruce, ACT (the campus). The high school will operate as a special assistance school. The objective being to provide a more personalised approach to neurodivergence, mental health concerns, […]
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We are excited to announce Dr Helen Street as the Connections High School Founding Patron. She has generously offered her guidance and support in this undertaking. At Connections High School we strongly believe that ‘Our role as educators is not to tell someone how to be well, or to reward them for behaving well. We have to provide young people with a context in which they can flourish.’ (Dr Helen St – Contextual Wellbeing) https://www.helenstreet.com/
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We look forward to supporting students with additional social and emotional needs, in a safe and caring environment, allowing them to be their best selves. Places for 2026 are now full. There will be 16 new places available in Year 7 each year. Places in other year levels will be limited and only available if students leave. Families with students hoping to join us in in 2027 can complete an EOI, and will be contacted in February or March 2026 to organise a time to meet and have a tour. Families with students hoping to join us in future years […]