Congratulations. Chevalier College named as a 5 star innovative school
Letter from Principal, Greg Miller, to the staff.
Dear Colleagues,
Earlier today, Educator Australia revealed Australia’s most innovative schools of 2024.
It is with great pride that I share the news Chevalier College has been recognised as one of those schools for our adoption and implementation of a future-facing approach to education. This recognition is a testament to the dedication, creativity, and perseverance of our teachers and staff.
This journey has not been without its challenges. At times, the work has been tough, requiring deep reserves of energy, adaptability, and commitment. Yet, together, we have demonstrated what might be possible when a community commits towards a vision for the future of education.
While we did not embark on this journey seeking accolades, today’s recognition offers an opportunity to reflect on the impact of our collective efforts, not just within the College, but also beyond our immediate context.
In the coming days, this achievement will be shared with parents and the wider community through social media and other platforms. For now, let us take a moment to appreciate how far we’ve advance ‘future facing learning’. As we look ahead to finishing 2024 well, and step confidently towards 2025 we know there are areas for improvement and advancement.
Congratulations to all of you and thank you for your continued hard work and dedication to nurturing heart-centred graduates who are ready for a rapidly changing world.
Regards and thanks,
Greg.
Across 2024, the college ran a trial of its ‘Best Use of Time’ initiative, involving Flipped Mondays, where students engage with pre-class content in self-directed learning spaces before arriving at their face-to-face lessons throughout the rest of the week, ready for direct connection to deeper learning activities. For the year, the school engaged an action research partner to help assess the project’s viability
“Education today must prepare students for a future in a rapidly changing world, and the current system is falling short,” says Miller. “We believe that an educational approach that is flexible, adaptable and uses time more effectively will maximise engagement and personal growth. This will see students connect more deeply with their learning, acquiring complex capabilities and greater self-awareness, helping them flourish in a rapidly changing world.”
