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Active-constructive responding is a set of behaviours that promote intimacy and trust. Responding to a child's good news in this way builds the relationship

Active-constructive responding is a set of behaviours that promote intimacy and trust. Responding to a child's good news in this way builds the relationship

At the 30-year reunion of the Class of 1989 a little bit of courage, a lot of excitement, and a huge amount of genuine interest and acceptance, bubbled and energised the room.

The father-daughter bond can be magical, it can also be fragile. This is especially the case during the teen years. This clip offers 10 tips for building the bond

The SMCOGA Mentoring Project is in full swing! Participants took the opportunity to catch up over dinner.

Former Head Girl, Elle Pound (2005) has just returned to Perth after years living in the United States. Read about her adventures since leaving Santa Maria College.

What kids need most from us is meaningful connection. Research shows it has a profound impact on their physical and mental health. How do we build that connection?

What kids need most from us is a meaningful connection. Research shows it has a profound impact on their physical and mental health. How do we build that connection?

Meet Malcolm Cesareo. He teaches Religious Education and Science at Santa Maria, it's an unusual combination born of an interesting life.

Different teachers have different strengths. Before deciding how 'good' a teacher is, perhaps look at how 'effective' they are.

Different teachers have different strengths. Before deciding how 'good' a teacher is, perhaps look at how 'effective' they are.

We are all very good at judging other people’s ideas and opinions, but how good are we at examining our own? And are we teaching children to be self-reflective, logical, and critical?

The Class of 2009 gathered on the 16th of March after 10 years to reminisce about the past decade and share with each other the trials and tribulations beyond school. 

Feminism has become a dirty word, but that doesn't mean our millennial girls aren't feminists. What do they believe and where to from here?

The way our tweens and teens are using their phones is evolving. What has changed and what might surprise you?

What are the right questions to ask kids in guiding them towards finding a group of friends who will make them feel relaxed and their best selves?

What are the right questions to ask kids in guiding them towards finding a group of friends who will make them feel relaxed and their best selves?

Santa Maria College's Research Officer, Linda Stade and Pyschologist, Jane Carmignani took part in a discussion about kids' friendships on ABC radio this week. Listen here.

Research shows surrounding adolescents with books can add the equivalent of years to their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.

The transition from primary to high school can be daunting for children. What can we do to make sure they are prepared and the transition is easy?