Coming together … Scots and All Saints’ College

Why? … because educating the whole child, adolescent and young person is a core mission of the Presbyterian Church

Is it a takeover or a merger? All elements of the school will be created new, built on the foundations of the history and values of both, weaved together into a new tapestry, including in terms of the new school uniform, sporting and welfare houses and co-curricular activities. We will also be weaving the three key symbols of the two schools into the new school crest: - the Lion; the Bible; and the Cross.

Is it a takeover or a merger? It will be a merger in all respects A new school in Bathurst and the Central West New educational structure: Junior; Middle; Senior New and expanded educational programs Upgraded facilities and infrastructure New staffing structure New name

Advantages of the merger – John Weeks Outstanding human resources Expanded opportunities for students subject choice co-curricula opportunities resources boarding opportunities Opportunity through scale to quickly add value to students’ educational development through innovative programs. Significantly improved specialist educational programs P-12. i.e. music, sports, drama, ITC, STEAM Amazing, unequalled teaching/learning facilities

Future focused ….. Future ready STAFF WORKING GROUPS HAVE BEEN FORMED: Staff Collegiality Student Integration Year 11 & 12 Focus Group

Questions and Answers Thanks to the P&F for questions. Themes: Communication Junior School Middle School Senior School Vision for the new school: staff development; educational programs; infrastructure; facilities Orientation

Questions and Answers Thank you for your time – please do not hesitate to contact us at jfalls@pcnsw.org.au Jeof Falls General Manager Presbyterian Church of Australia in NSW