Detailed Profile

Carmel College

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Girls; Years 7-13;
State Integrated:
Catholic: Roll 950;
Area 4.2 ha;
Uniforms; Water sports
(property on lake);
Prospectus available.

Philosophy
Founded in 1957 by the Sisters of Mercy on the shore of Lake Pupuke, Carmel has excellent facilities for a modern curriculum.
It is the school’s intent to provide a ‘whole person’ education in a Roman Catholic and Mercy environment. Therefore, the Board of Trustees and staff are committed to giving students an education which respects their dignity, rights and individuality as well as challenging them to achieve personal standards of excellence and reach their full potential.
Parallel to this is an emphasis on Gospel values of love, freedom, justice and tolerance, particularly towards those who are disadvantaged.
Carmel is a Mercy school in its foundation and philosophy, focussing each year on a specific core Mercy Value. It has a special commitment to the education and empowerment of women and a well deserved reputation for academic excellence.

Academic Programme
Students are prepared for the National Certificate of Education Achievement Levels 1, 2 and 3 and Scholarship. Levels of achievement in NCEA are among the highest nationwide.
A full range of subjects is offered which caters for a variety of student needs. These include traditional academic subjects like Latin and History as well as those with a specific vocational orientation such as Sports Leadership, Food & Nutrition, Information Technology, Materials Technology and Tourism and Travel.
Programmes specific to Carmel include:
• Year 7 & 8 RSP – (Reading, Spelling Programme)
• Year 9 English/French – Language Enrichment
• Year 11 – LEAP – Unit Standard based (Learning Enhancement Achievement Programme)
• Year 11 & 12 – Future Skills – Variety of modules taught
• Year 11 & 12 – Transition Education (ASDAN and NZCER programmes), Gateway
Students are encouraged to participate in International, National and local competitions and examinations such as Australasian Science, Australasian Mathematics, American Classical League Latin Examination, New Zealand Young Designers, Mathex and the North Shore Science Fair.

Music and Arts
Carmel College is noted for its excellent Music department. Students can participate in Orchestras (junior and senior), Instrumental Ensembles, Choirs, Barbershop Group and Quartet and Musical Productions. Drama, Debating, Theatresports, Pasifika Group and participation in Stage Challenge are also offered.

Sports
Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Cross Country, Dragon Boating, Equestrian, Gymnastics/Aerobics, Hockey, Kilikiti, Netball, Rowing, Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Touch Rugby, Volleyball, Waterpolo, Windsurfing, Waterwise and Boating. Outdoor Education Camps at Years 8, 10 and 12.

Community Service and Outreach
Students are encouraged to become ‘women of Mercy’ working for a caring and more just society. Opportunities to be involved include participating in the Social Justice Group, Young Vinnies (the Youth section of the St Vincent de Paul Society), Peer Support, Carmel Environment Group, 40 Hour Famine, supporting Paul VI College (our sister school in Samoa) and Tamaki Primary School.

Student Welfare
With a roll of 950 students from Years 7 – 13, Carmel College is large enough to offer a varied and challenging curriculum and small enough to provide many leadership opportunities for its students and foster a nurturing family atmosphere throughout the school. This is enhanced by –
• Caring and approachable teachers
• Supportive Deans and Guidance Counsellor
• Peer Support
• Chaplain
• Knowledgeable and helpful Careers’ Advisors
• Small groups/classes for ESOL and learning support students
• A spirit of partnership with parents

CHAIR OF THE BOARD
Greg Frittelli

PRINCIPAL
Kathleen Deady BA Dip Ed, Grad Dip RE, Post Grad Dip Ed Admin

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