Teaching & Academic Support

At MLC, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, non-selective College that caters to each individual student. Our curriculum is differentiated and designed to accommodate students working at many levels of learning within smaller class sizes to ensure all students are engaged and supported. Teachers monitor the development of each learner and cater to a wide range of abilities, from gifted students to those requiring extra support. They draw on evidence and data to inform differentiated planning, designing learning experiences that nurture and challenge each girl within the classroom.

Individual Learning in Differentiated Classes

We understand every student is different and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to learning. Our teaching staff are committed, dedicated and passionate – they love what they teach. Our classes are differentiated providing an individual learning and understanding approach to the classroom. Our teachers extend gifted students by taking the curriculum further and support other students requiring more hands-on learning. Our compacted curriculum classes integrate much of the year above class learning into the program.  

Differentiation is not confined to the classroom; it is also evident in how we support our girls on the journey to where they want to be. Our classrooms comprise a diverse range of learners, which is reflective of ‘real life’. It is part of the vibrant experience provided to our girls, so they are ready to thrive and embrace life after leaving the College.   

Extra Support

Through a strong understanding of each student, informed by ongoing data and evidence, we recognise that some learners may experience challenges with the academic curriculum. To support girls who may encounter challenges with learning, we offer a range of programs that run both in and out of class time, including:

Additional Learning

Our teachers understand the specific needs of gifted learners and know how to cater for them in the classroom. Gifted and talented students are identified using various data to track their progress throughout their learning journey. Learning in the classroom may be compacted to accelerate students learning which and allow time for in-depth open-ended tasks that promote critical and creative thinking.   

HERIZON PROGRAM

HERizon is a signature program at MLC that reflects our commitment to next-generation learning. Designed to ensure every girl is challenged, supported and inspired to reach her full potential, HERizon brings together evidence-informed practice with future-focused educational design. Led by our Coordinator of HERizon, the program identifies and supports gifted and high-potential students while working closely with teachers to enhance classroom differentiation, expand enrichment opportunities and create meaningful pathways that connect each girl’s strengths, interests and aspirations. Through HERizon, students are empowered to think deeply, learn boldly and shape confident futures.

Academic Coaching

Learning extends beyond Periods 1 to 6 at MLC. Our teachers are there to support our girls with course material and revision through academic coaching. They are available to provide subject specific, individual and expert assistance for all students before and after school. Where possible, an Academic Mentor is also present after school in the Walter Shepherd Resource Centre (WSRC) for additional support for our students. To access this term’s academic coaching roster as a current parent, go to the ‘Academic Coaching’ section of the Parent Handbook in My MLC.