Student Wellbeing
At Dominican School, student wellbeing is integral – we aim to offer an environment that develops the wellbeing of all our students.
We strongly believe we are in partnership with you in the care and wellbeing of your child. Our aim is to build a Catholic school where all in the community work and learn together in a safe and caring environment.
We encourage active listening and caring for others, building trust so that children thrive in their learning environment. We have various programs in place to support children both academically and personally.
Our Wellbeing Support Officer works hand in hand with classroom teachers to support children.
School Counselling
At Dominican School, we are committed to supporting our students' social and emotional wellbeing through our dedicated School Counsellor, Lisa Osborne. Lisa is on-site every Wednesday and brings a wealth of experience as a qualified counsellor.
Lisa collaborates respectfully with students, teachers, and parents to foster each student’s emotional growth and build on their individual strengths. Her child-centered approach ensures that counselling is tailored to meet the specific needs, goals, and developmental stages of each student.
Counselling at Dominican School is a voluntary and flexible process. Sessions can be conducted individually, or in small groups, depending on what best supports the student. Our service addresses a variety of issues that may affect a student’s wellbeing, including anxiety, depression, social skills development, grief, family issues, friendships, and more.
To refer a student to the School Counsellor, please complete a referral form, which can be obtained from and submitted to the Front Office. Referrals can be made by students, parents, teachers, or school staff.
We believe that with the right support, every student can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Meet Molly - Our Wellbeing Dog!
Molly is our school’s wellbeing dog, dedicated to bringing joy and comfort to our students and staff. Her visits are designed to help us feel more relaxed and uplifted, especially during times of stress or worry.
When Molly is calm and settled, and with your teacher's permission, you may have the opportunity to pet, play with, or even read to her.
It’s important to remember that while Molly is here to support us, she has an important role and needs to be treated with care and respect. She is not the same as a pet dog at home; she works hard to make our school a happier place.
Breakfast Club
Our Breakfast Club has a long standing tradition at Dominican School. Our Parents and Friends and other volunteers within our community prepare breakfast every morning of the week for our students as they arrive at school. We gather quietly in the school courtyard and our students enjoy sharing in the most important meal of the day.
Our Breakfast Club is funded by KickStart for Kids, a South Australian not-for-profit organisation that provides a breakfast program for many children in South Australia.
We rely solely on contributions made by both commercial sponsorships and the generosity of individuals in the South Australian and the local Semaphore community.