THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL 2 We value kindness, humility, courage and respect. 3 THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL Established 1846 Headmaster’s welcome Headmaster’s welcome 4 It gives me great pleasure to Our place in the world 6 Guiding Statements 8 welcome you to The Hutchins Leap into Learning 10 School, an Anglican day and Early Learning Centre boarding school for boys from (Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2) 12 Junior School (Years 3–5) 16 Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Middle School (Years 6–8) 18 Established in 1846, Hutchins has a long tradition Power of 9 (Year 9) 20 of developing character in boys with a firm focus on Senior School (Years 9–12) 22 their wellbeing. We aim to support and encourage Curriculum 24 our community to be people of integrity who act Centre for Excellence 26 with humility, kindness, courage and respect. Our ELICOS 27 highly skilled staff are committed to the holistic Boarding 28 development of each and every student within a Pastoral care 29 nurturing environment where boys are challenged Outdoor Education 30 and supported to be the best they can be. Co-curricular opportunities 34 Maritime opportunities 37 Our long and proud history of outstanding Careers and Vocational Education 38 academic achievement is complemented by a Community Service and Spirituality 39 diverse co-curricular program that features Outside School Hours Care 40 comprehensive performing arts, community Community 41 service and sport programs. I invite you to visit us to learn more about the diverse opportunities 5 and innovative programs tailored specifically for boys that sets Hutchins apart. Visiting the campus, taking a school tour and seeing the boys engaged in these opportunities will give you a true sense of this special place and the strong sense of community that exists amongst all students and staff. Dr Rob McEwan Headmaster What you Working closely with our sister school, St Michael’s Collegiate School, Hutchins boys enjoy the best of both worlds through numerous formal, academic, social and cultural opportunities to interact and work do matters. with girls from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. The opportunities available for students to discover their passion, broaden their experience and to embrace challenge are extensive and designed to equip boys with the essential skills that will serve them for life. Our place in the world 6 The Hutchins School is located in Sandy Bay, only five kilometres from Hobart’s city centre, with expansive grounds THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL overlooking the picturesque River Derwent. The University of Tasmania is next door. Hobart offers a contrasting blend of heritage, scenery and culture, with world class activities and attractions nearby. Hobart has a population of approximately 225,000 people and enjoys a mild climate with warm summers and crisp winters. Nestled amongst the foothills of kunanyi / Mt Wellington, Hobart combines heritage charm with a modern lifestyle in a setting of exceptional beauty. 7 History and tradition The Hutchins School was founded in 1846 as a memorial to The Venerable William Hutchins, first Archdeacon of the Our unique location offers colony of Van Diemen’s Land. Intended by the Church of England as a southern feeder school for Christ’s College exceptional opportunities, at Bishopsbourne, it outlived the College and eventually absorbed its replacement – along with several other notable a strong history and a schools – to become the pre-eminent boys’ school in sense of security. We are Tasmania which it is today. Proud of its heritage, Hutchins has a strong tradition of situated in a safe and nurturing character and supporting students, distinguished beautiful city that is said in all fields of endeavour – from academia, politics and the law to business, sport and the arts. The School’s motto of to have the cleanest air in Vivit Post Funera Virtus – Character Lives on After Death – exemplifies the School’s dedication to the building of the world. character, moulded by faith, learning and service to others. THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL Established 1846 Guiding Statements 8 Our Vision Our Values We provide an As a community, we aspire inspirational to be people of integrity who act with humility, kindness, education where courage and respect. each student strives to achieve Our Faith their personal A Christian life, as a best and is willing response to Jesus Christ, to serve their is commended and encouraged at Hutchins. community as an We express our Christian informed and values by welcoming and active citizen. respecting members of all faiths, beliefs and traditions. Our Mission Our Motto Hutchins is an Anglican Our Guiding school whose supportive Vivit Post Funera learning community Virtus – Character Statements works together to nurture character of boys. Lives on After Death – What you do matters. Character is at the heart of everything 9 we do. Our future actions will be focussed on the five strategic priorities of learning, wellbeing, sustainability, character and community. > Find out more at vision.hutchins.tas.edu.au THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL Established 1846 Leap into Learning Join the pride. 10 Leap into Learning is a fun and engaging play-based program designed for boys and girls aged from birth to 4 years. Located in our purpose built Early Learning Centre, our program offers an experience that fosters children’s development in all areas and provides the opportunity to meet our staff, get to know other families, and experience our unique learning environment. 11 We understand the importance of Our Leap into Learning program includes gross motor, fine motor, planning quality learning experiences sensory, imaginative and numerical experiences, as well as activities including cooking, song and dance, story-time, art, craft, in the younger ages which encourages drama, water play activities, dress-ups and many more. enjoyment and participation. Leap into Learning is at no cost and is facilitated by our experienced early learning teachers. > Find out more at www.hutchins.tas.edu.au/leap-into-learning THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL Established 1846 Early Learning Centre (Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2) We are a community that celebrates our peers. 12 The Hutchins School Early Learning Centre (ELC) provides a stimulating, nurturing and vibrant environment for boys from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2. The curriculum in The Hutchins School Early Learning Centre (ELC) is based on the Early Years Learning Framework for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten year groups (with a Reggio Emilia approach where relevant) and the Australian Curriculum for Prep (Foundation) to Year 2. Class teachers take all of the core subject areas including English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography and Art. Specialist teachers are provided for Music, French, Physical Education, Library and RAVE (Religious and Values Education). Provision is made for EAL/D (English as an Additional Language or Dialect) support and there are targeted support and Gifted and Talented programs from Prep to Year 2. ‘I am proud of my spelling and neat hand writing.’ – Henry, Year 2 13 Students begin their journey in the Early Learning Centre, where the first steps are taken towards ensuring boys Co-curricular activities for the ELC include dance, music and grow into young men of winter sports (from Year 1). Private music instrumental lessons are offered for students from Kindergarten upwards. good character. Special features of the ELC include a Social and Emotional Wellbeing Program (Bounce Back), chapel once a week and our Year 2 and 12 program. > Find out more at www.hutchins.tas.edu.au/early-learning THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL Established 1846 14 Where classrooms are not the only places we learn. 15 THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL Established 1846 Junior School (Years 3–5) 16 Junior School is for students from Years 3–5 and the Australian Curriculum is delivered by classroom teachers who teach the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, History and Geography. There are specialist teachers in the areas of Physical Education, Library, RAVE (Religious Co-curricular activities include debating, dance, choir, and Values Education), Music, Art and French. orchestra, as well as winter and summer competitive sport. Year 5 students also study Chinese. Private music instrumental lessons and drama classes are offered (at an additional cost). Special features of the Junior School include a Year 5 Leadership program, Chapel once a week, Get Active Program led by Year 5 students, Pride Choir and a continuation of the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Program. > Find out more at www.hutchins.tas.edu.au/junior 17 In Junior School there is a focus on becoming active, contributing, caring and compassionate citizens, and learning to be critical independent thinkers. THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL Established 1846 Middle School (Years 6–8) 18 Middle School at Hutchins is for students in Years 6–8, and is a unique and important part of your son’s journey. It encompasses the academic rigour of the Australian Curriculum as well as providing a supportive environment for development of self, key relationships as well as a chance to embrace challenge and foster interests. The Middle School offers a broad range of subjects and retains a strong focus on pastoral care. We aim to provide a challenging, stimulating, relevant, engaging and flexible curriculum to cater for all levels of ability. Our focus is on developing lifelong learning behaviours and habits that will help your son with his journey ahead. It is our hope that Middle School will be a time of self- discovery, character development and personal growth. Students are encouraged to participate in the leadership program and to have a positive impact in the community through Service Learning. > Find out more at www.hutchins.tas.edu.au/middle 19 In Middle School we embrace character development as being core to your son’s journey. We have some significant events including camps, our sport and co-curricular program as well as our structured Rites of Passage program.