If a child needs a little extra support, or needs to be stretched to reach their ability, our experienced Learning Enrichment Team provide the expertise and insights to support their learning journey. Working closely with our Wellbeing Team, as well as Heads of School and Year Level Leaders, our Learning Enrichment Team ensures that all students are seen, heard and supported.
At Mercedes College, we know that every child learns differently. Some students may need extra support at certain times, while others thrive when their learning is extended and challenged. Our Learning Enrichment Team is dedicated to ensuring every student feels confident, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Working closely with families, teachers, our Wellbeing Team, Heads of School, and Year Level Leaders, we take a whole-child approach to learning. This ensures that every student is known, understood, and supported throughout their journey from Reception to Year 12
Our experienced Learning Enrichment Team works alongside classroom teachers to provide personalised support that responds to each child’s strengths and needs.
We support:
Our goal is to create an inclusive learning environment where every child has access to high-quality teaching and the opportunity to succeed.
Mercedes College uses a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) to identify and respond to students’ learning needs early.
This evidence-based approach allows us to:
Most students’ needs are met through high-quality classroom teaching and small adjustments. Some students may receive short-term small-group support, while others benefit from more individualised instruction tailored to their learning profile.
Tier 1 – all our students benefit from high quality, differentiated teaching in the classroom, with close monitoring, and regular classroom adjustments, as needed
Tier 2 – some students require additional support, delivered in small groups for targeted areas of learning until a concept is mastered. This support in the learning context, helps with overall student wellbeing
Tier 3 – a few students require individual instruction, which may include functional skill development, individualised curriculum, or personalised assessment goals. These students receive the Learning Enrichment as well as the Counselling support they need.
Students identified as needing additional support receive a Personalised Plan for Learning (PPL). Each student with a PPL is supported by a dedicated Case Manager, who works closely with the student, their family, and teachers.
PPLs are:
This personalised approach ensures every child is supported with care, consistency, and a thorough understanding of their individual goals and achievements.
We are equally committed to supporting students who demonstrate high potential, giftedness, or exceptional talents.
We understand these abilities may not always be reflected in test results, so we use a broad range of measures to identify and support high-potential learners.
Enrichment opportunities at Mercedes College include:
