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Thank you for taking the time to explore Newman College via our virtual tour website where you can find all the information you’ll need to make the most of your High School Certificate and your senior school years.
Scroll through the various courses on offer, listen to current and past students and teachers, check out videos and the 3D images of the workshops and learning spaces, and find answers to commonly asked questions via the FAQs.
Of course, if you have any further queries don’t hesitate to contact the College. We are here to help.
Mark Nunan
Newman Senior Technical College Principal
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Explore our Courses
Automotive
Business Services
Marine Studies
Construction
Early Childhood, Education & Care
Printmaking
Electrotechnology
Financial Services
Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation
Furniture Making
Hospitality
English
Manufacturing & Engineering
Human Services
Mathematics
Plumbing
Information Technology
Catholic Faith in Action
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Industry Based Learning
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Video Library
Experience a Different Class
Turn up the sound and see what it is that makes our classes so different.
https://vimeo.com/574695216/119bae70f3
SBAT’s
Kick start your career through a School-based Apprenticeship or Traineeship
https://vimeo.com/574699135/ce9fce864f
Past Students
Hear from some of our past students and life after Newman, including work and university.
SEE MORE INSIDE OUR VIDEO LIBRARY
Video Library
Experience a Different Class
Turn up the sound and see what it is that makes our classes so different.
https://vimeo.com/574695216/119bae70f3
SBAT’s
Kick start your career through a School-based Apprenticeship or Traineeship
https://vimeo.com/574699135/ce9fce864f
Past Students
Hear from some of our past students and life after Newman, including work and university.
SEE MORE INSIDE OUR VIDEO LIBRARY
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Learning Support
The Newman Learning Support Team assists with the continuation and identification of additional learning and support needs to ensure that the educational needs of every child are being met. Learning Support Frequently Asked Questions
The Future Hub
The Future Hub is where you can explore your career and pathway options including Workplacement, School-based Apprenticeships & Traineeships, career guidance including assistance with resumes, job applications and interviews, as well as University entry options. Visit the Future Hub.
Work Readiness Program
Preparing our students for the workforce, starts right from day one at Newman College. All students are engaged in a Work Readiness Program including completing their Senior First Aid Certificate along with Trade Students their General Construction Induction Card or White Card.
Our Measure of Success
There are many different ways to measure success beyond an ATAR. See our 2020 Graduates achievements published in Focus Magazine. This is how we Measure Success.
Newman’s Acknowledgement
Newman acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of our lands and waterways. We pay respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
The College recognises and promotes Indigenous Culture, Heritage and survival. Recognition and promotion of activities are part of the annual community celebrations for NAIDOC and are available to the wider communities to build bridges between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians.
Indigenous students are further supported through the provision of an Indigenous Education Support Officer who ensures that support is provided to indigenous students through liaising directly with families on student progress, providing support in the workplace and assisting indigenous students to access external pathways and support.
Got an enrolment question? Email us at nstc-enrolments@lism.catholic.edu.au
General FAQ’s
Where can I find more information about Newman Senior Technical College?
For more detailed information, visit our website www.newman.nsw.edu.au.
Common words & phrases at Newman
SbAT – School-based Apprentice or Trainee
VET – Vocational Education and Training
IBL – Industry Based Learning
NESA – NSW Education Standards Authority
RoSA – Record of School Achievement
GRIT – Guts, Resilience, Initiative and Team
WP – Workplacement
How is the College linked with industry?
All of our students attend workplacement one day per week in the local community in a variety of work environments and industries. We also have an Industry Liaison Officer who is searching our local community for job opportunities for students and we have an industry advisory board as seen on Page 5 of the Enrolment Handbook. We also have industry speakers address assemblies and an annual Employer Thank you event to show our appreciation of the local industry support.
What time does the school start and finish?
8.50am start and 3.15pm finish.
What is the structure of the school week at Newman?
Students attend Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday then Year 11 attend workplacement on Thursday, then back to the College on Friday. We run off a 10 day timetable and every second week on Friday we usually have an assembly. However, in the first term of the year, Year 11 will complete a Work Readiness Program to set them up for success in their first workplacement.
Homework is significant, especially for English and Maths and the theory within the VET courses. However, generally there is not as much overall homework as students would normally experience in a theory-based HSC course.
Sure is. It’s industry standard prac uniforms and a standard everyday uniform with options to choose from. Please refer to Page 13 of the Handbook. All uniforms can be purchased from the St Agnes’ Uniform Store: saus.org.au
How can you prepare for the different learning style?
Just come with an open mind. All students participate in a detailed Work Readiness Program which is a tried and tested program that prepares them for taking on the Workplace Learning Program and what to expect and how to manage this workplace learning component of their education.
There is a weekly newsletter emailed every Friday and posted to our Facebook page. Excursion notifications and other notifications are emailed to staff and parents/guardians. All staff are available to be contacted directly by email or phone and will respond as soon as possible when not on class.
Do you have parent / teacher interviews?
Yes we do.
What is the best way to communicate with the school?
It’s really up to you, email, phone, messenger. We try to make it as easy as possible to keep in touch.
How do you support students with disabilities or special needs?
Newman College has a wonderful team of Teacher Assistants who work in classes to support the individual learning needs of students. The Learning Support Coordinator can discuss with you and your child how we can best tailor a pattern of study that will meet the individual needs of your son/daughter. Your son/daughter will have a Personalised Plan (PP), also known as an Individual Education Plan (IEP), which will track and document their needs and adjustments in order to help them access the curriculum to the best of their ability. More FAQ’s about Learning Support can be found in this link. https://newmancollege.live/learning-support-faqs/
How are new students supported transitioning to Newman?
All students will complete a College orientation and Work Readiness Program in their first term at the College. Team building days and year group exercise help to develop friendships. Prior to the year commencing, students who may be a little anxious are invited to join a morning of exploration and transition lead by our wonderful Learning Support Team. We are open to any suggestions to customise this exercise to aid in the transition to a new and slightly different school.
Are there quiet spaces where students can study without distraction?
Yes. We have a learning centre next to The Future Hub where students can study during free periods.
What is the expectation regarding laptops?
All students will need a device to work on at some point. Please refer to the BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) paperwork in the enrolment pack.
Does the school have a canteen?
Sure do! Trudi’s Canteen is open everyday and has hot and cold lunches at very reasonable prices. Students can use Eftpos or cash to pay. Not only do we have a canteen but we have a cafe called The Food Project which provides so much more, than just food.
Do students partake in school camps?
Yes they do – usually. In the present climate we have been limited in the offering of overnight retreats but hoping things go back to normal soon.
How many students are at the school?
About 350+ at the moment. If fluctuates during the year as students leave to gain full-time employment etc.
Do you provide ongoing careers advice?
We have a significant emphasis on careers development. Our Careers Development and Pathways Team are located at The Future Hub and consists of 5 specialised staff who can assist students with all career development and pathways queries, applications and employment opportunities. Jump onto the The Future Hub Page to find out more.