Learning Pathways
At La Salle College we offer a diverse and challenging curriculum designed to meet the needs and interests of all students.
Inspiring lifelong learners
As life-long learners ourselves, we continually adapt learning opportunities to reflect contemporary demands and student aspirations. This includes integrating current technologies, real-world problem solving, and interdisciplinary projects that prepare young people for further study, work, and active citizenship. Our teachers collaborate to refresh course content, assessment methods, and co-curricular options, ensuring every student can engage meaningfully and achieve their personal best.
ACADEMIC OVERVIEW
Extensive choice in courses leading to the WACE, TAFE entrance, university entrance or employment. As a Catholic school, Religious Education is our first learning area and is studied by every student from Year 7 to 12.
Year 7
Igniting curiosity
Support informative sessions that respond to the needs and interests of families.
Year 8
Building on progress
Building on the progress made in their first year the curriculum becomes more challenging, and students are placed into pathways that match their ability in subjects such as English and Mathematics.
Year 9
Tailored to interests
Choices are tailored to both individual interests ā and the link to future pathways and courses on offer in Year 10 to 12. Subjects available for students include Electronics, Sport Science, Physical Recreation, Outdoor Education, Childcare and Development, Textiles and Fashion and Music.
Year 10
Shaping a personal pathway
Personal pathway for learning through consultation and advice from their subject teachers. Courses are offered at a foundation, general or extension level in subjects such as English, Mathematics and Science as our lens for learning is shaped by the upcoming pathway choices in Year 11 and 12.
YEAR 11 & YEAR 12
Extensive choice in courses leading to the WACE, TAFE entrance, university entrance or employment. As a Catholic school, Religious Education is our first learning area and is studied by every student from Year 7 to 12.
University ATAR
Support informative sessions that respond to the needs and interests of families.
Murdoch Flexi-Track
A student who has the academic capacity to succeed at university but needs extra support in some areas can choose to participate in Murdoch Flexi-Track. Students who successfully complete this course will be given direct entry to any Murdoch University course, excluding Nursing, indicative of an ATAR score of 70.
Alternate Pathway
A student who has the academic capacity to succeed at university but needs extra support can follow the alternate-entrance pathway. This pathway provides the opportunity for students to apply to courses from a range of universities following the completion of Year 12 where they have chosen general subjects along with English ATAR.
Skill-based and Workplace Learning
Skill-based programs at La Salle College let students explore practical interests through food technologies, metalwork, woodwork, robotics and technical graphic design, building skills for post-school careers. Through our ONSITE and VET programs, students gain industry insight while developing knowledge and experience. Partnerships with TAFEs, local businesses and other providers enable workplace learning and accredited qualifications, opening pathways to further study and employment.
Education Support
Our Education Support program is one of the largest in Western Australia.
The St Josephās Education Support Centre features a range of rooms and areas that support tailored learning. Some of our students also participate in general classes with their peers which provides a range of inclusive learning opportunities.
Our program also aims to prepare students for life after school. Students have the opportunity to develop work-ready skills such as barista skills and business administration experience through our Cafe de La Salle which operates once a week.