International Students at Blackwattle Bay Campus are offered academic and well being support in them adjusting to studying in a foreign school. Year 12 International Students have the opportunity of seeking Tutoring from our Student Tutors located in the Library. Mr Pascoe the School Teacher Librarian can assit with this service. Each International Student will have a Teacher Mentor and they will meet every fortnight for the Mentoring session where topics such as study skills, major major projects and well being are delivered.
Every second term International Students are offered the opportunity of a cultural visit. These include the Blue Mountains, Sydney Zoo, Bondi or the Spit to Manly Walk.
Every four weeks we hold an International Student lunch where they have the opportunity to relax with the international team and discuss any issues they are experiencing. It is also an opportunity for us to congratulate our students on their success in reports, attendance or school events.
International students' program
As part of the wellbeing program at Blackwattle Bay, a group of international students from Year 11 and Year 12 had the opportunity to put aside their books for a day and escape to the serenity of the Blue Mountains. This day tour not only provided a chance for our international students to be culturally enriched by our breathtaking and tranquil scenery of Wentworth falls and The Three Sisters in Katoomba, but more importantly, it enabled them to enjoy some quality down time from their stressful senior studies. Although students were exhausted after the hike in Wentworth falls, they all gave themselves a good pat on the back for working as hard as they did. The day ended with a peaceful stroll around Featherdale Wildlife Park, where for many, encountering our Australian wildlife friends was a first and unforgettable experience.
