OUR MISSION

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE is a Faith Community which provides quality educational opportunities for its students. It challenges and supports young men to reach their full potential in the tradition of St John Baptist De La Salle.

It is a community nurtured by the love of God, inspired by the Person of Jesus Christ and committed to Gospel Values. Each member, in coming to a thorough knowledge and deep understanding of God, is encouraged to work for justice, reconciliation and freedom, in the wider community.

It is a family of students who are ‘brothers’, whereby each member is valued and appreciated for his unique gifts. The challenges of youth are supported by an understanding, firm and compassionate staff who promote self-discipline and hope.

It is a centre of learning which caters for a wide range of students’ talents and needs. It invites students to strive for personal and educational goals by providing a broad curriculum and innovative methodologies. This centre of learning enables students to prepare for life and work after graduation.

It is a place of partnership between parents, pupils, pastors and the wider community and acknowledges that this collaborative approach to education provides the best possible opportunities for students. The partnership is founded on a multicultural community where respect and responsibility for the individual, for society and the nation is essential to promote understanding, tolerance and integrity.

It is an institution where good resources and quality facilities are provided to ensure that a meaningful education is achieved.

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE ASHFIELD

Celebrating 90 Years of Service to Boys’ Education in the Inner-West in 2006

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE ASHFIELD: 1916 – The Present is a Regional Catholic Boys' school which challenges young men to realize their full potential - to be the best they can be, in the true spirit of our Founder, St John Baptist De La Salle. The focus at the College is on Education towards Responsibility and for students to be the best they can be.

We offer...

• A commitment to excellence in teaching and learning in a safe, caring and friendly environment
• A highly qualified, conscientious and dedicated staff.
• Fully networked classrooms
• Interactive whiteboards and classes of wireless laptop computers
• A comprehensive curriculum with a large range of Academic and Vocational subject choices
• A new Library / Amphitheatre facility
• A wide range of Sporting activities
• Opportunities in Representative Sport and pathways for elite sportsmen
• A stimulating and exciting Performing Arts programme
• Opportunities for Public Speaking and Debating
• A range of Pastoral Services
• Accessibility - situated at Ashfield in the Inner-West, we are located on major bus routes and only two minutes from Ashfield Railway Station.

We encourage...

• Partnership with parents in the education of their sons
• Respect for one another
• Student leadership characterised by a spirit of service
• Acknowledgment of excellence in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits
• Student self-discipline and acceptance of responsibility
• High standards of grooming and personal presentation
• Service to the community and active participation in community events
• Sensitivity to the needs of the poor and disadvantaged in our society.

We enjoy...

• Strong links with the De La Salle Brothers' confraternity world-wide
• Close liaison with Pastors of feeder Parishes and Principals of Primary schools in our area
• A loyal Ex-Students and Staff Association
• A hardworking and committed Parents & Friends Association
• Cooperative links with services in the wider community

STUDENT BEHAVIOUR CODE

At De La Salle College Ashfield, students are challenged to live and to promote the values of self-discipline, care and respect for others and appreciation of the environment in which they live. These values were demonstrated by Jesus in the Gospels and modelled by St John Baptist De La Salle during his life’s work of educating boys.

Students are expected to

• Respect others’ rights to a safe and harmonious College environment.
  • Be fair in their treatment of people
  • Play in a safe manner
  • Listen to the opinions of others
• Accept responsibility for their actions, i.e.
  • Follow school rules and procedures as set out in the College Diary.
• Accept the consequences for poor behaviour
  • Be honest
  • Admit mistakes
  • Acknowledge and accept the consequences if they do the wrong thing.
• Accept affirmation for positive behaviour.
  • Show their good news to parents and friends
  • Be proud of the Awards and Certificates they receive
  • Offer help and step forward to volunteer for tasks.
• Be a positive and involved student in the College.
  • Strive to be a role model for other students.
  • Volunteer for teams; fundraisers, etc.
  • Be well groomed and presented
  • Be on time
  • Welcome visitors politely and cheerfully.
• Show respect for their own and the property of others.
  • Help clean up the playground - don’t litter.
  • Respect your environment – no wilful destruction or graffiti.
  • Don’t borrow without permission.
  • Avoid damaging school property.
• Be actively proud of the College name: De La Salle Ashfield.
  • Wear their uniform with pride
  • Maintain a high standard of behaviour in the wider community.
• Promote their College in all that they do:
  • Ensure that their efforts, in and out of school, reflect positively on the College and enhance the status of the College in the wider community
  • Behave properly when travelling to and from the College.
  • Model the best possible behaviour they can, at all times.

Student Supervision

Students are supervised by teachers of the College from 8.10 a.m. each morning until 3.15 p.m., on school days.

Students who are required for sport training or detention will have their parents notified at least 24 hours beforehand.

AT ALL TIMES OUTSIDE THESE HOURS, THE SCHOOL GROUNDS AND BUILDINGS ARE OUT OF BOUNDS TO ALL STUDENTS.

The school cannot be responsible for supervising or caring for students outside the school premises, unless the students are engaged in a school-sponsored activity, e.g. an excursion, detention or a sporting event.

The school will not be responsible for supervising or caring for students on their journey to and from school. In particular, the school will not be responsible for supervising students at bus stops or train stations on their way to school or on their way home from school. Each student’s journey to and from school shall be the responsibility of each student’s parent or guardian. Whilst students are wearing the College Uniform, travelling to and from school, they are expected to follow all College rules relating to behaviour and grooming.

PDF's

College Policies are printed each year in the Student Diary. Printed copies are available from the Administration Office during school hours.

Enrolment Policy:
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Guidelines for Resolving Concerns and Complaints at our School:
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