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Football Program
2021
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Welcome
John Curtin College of the Arts’ Football Program is The success of our
an elite program for aspiring athletes. college teams in the
We have delivered a high quality, specialist football School Sport WA
program since 1990 and we were the first school Champion Schools
in Western Australia to offer football as a specialist Competitions has
subject. Our unique program was established after been outstanding. In
extensive consultation, and was developed with the 2016, 2017, 2018 and
assistance of Football West. 2019 we won three
out of the five State
In the past 30 years, more than 400 students have competitions. Our
graduated from the program and there are currently teams’ performance
160 students in the program across Years 7 to 12. in international school
As one of the Department of Education’s Approved based competitions has also been a highlight. We
Specialist Programs, our Football Program is have participated in 15 international tours.
designed to develop knowledge, understanding and As well as receiving expert coaching and specialised
skills to bring out the best in your child and enable skill development, students have the opportunity
them to compete at the highest level. We are a to participate in a wide range of arts, academic
Football Federation of Australia approved program and extracurricular activities. Many students in
and currently have an agreement with Perth Glory the Football Program also participate in a range of
FB as one of their academy schools. arts activities while at the college, with a number
As a result of the high level of coaching expertise and of players joining music enrichment and continuing
sporting opportunities in the football program, the their music studies from primary school.
college has produced 25 national representatives, Our commitment is to build capacity in students’
with eight graduate students now earning a living academic and sporting pursuits while celebrating
playing in Australia or internationally. A vast number their achievements in all facets of their education, to
of past students have reached senior ‘A’ grade level make them the best person they can be.
and many have played under-age representative
soccer. Peter Rickers
Director - Football
Our Vision
Developing learners with integrity who care, lead and
Our Vision
positively contribute to the community.
Our Values
Our Values
Developing learning with
integrity, who care, lead and
INSPIRING THE MIND
Curiosity, Imagination and innovation
Inspiring the Mind
positively contribute to the NURTURING THE PERSON
Curiosity, Imagination and Innovation
community. Respect, care and compassion
N urturing the Person
LEARNING FOR LIFE
Respect, care and compassion
Resilience, Perseverance and Reflection
Learning for Life
CONNECTING WITH COMMUNITY
Resilience, Perseverance and Reflection
Social, Cultural and Environmental
Connecting with Community Responsibility
Social, Cultural and Environmental Responsibility
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Academic Balance
At John Curtin, your child will partake in an Participation and
exceptional and balanced academic program.
Students’ academic studies are combined with Achievement
and supported by their Football Program, giving
Academic balance is a priority and there is a
them the chance to excel in both areas. Students
requirement that students aim to achieve high
are provided with a well-rounded education and
standards in all their learning programs. The college
develop a wide range of skills and knowledge.
encourages students to seek assistance from the
Our Football Program has a minimum of four hours Heads of Student Services or Football Coordinator if
per week, which is the same amount of contact they are experiencing difficulty achieving a balance
time as the core academic subject areas of English, across all programs.
mathematics, science and humanities. Football
A continuous commitment and engagement at college
becomes one of your child’s core subjects and a
is necessary for students to succeed and progress, and
focus on academic balance ensures they have the
it is expected that the college’s football activities take
opportunities to excel in all areas of the curriculum.
priority over external activities. Students are required
Students study their football course alongside to discuss external commitments with the Football
these core subjects and have equal access to all Coordinator to ensure they do not conflict with college
academic programs. They also have access to digital activities.
technologies, design and technologies, languages
The college encourages all students in their
(Italian), health and physical education programs.
endeavours to gain selection in their respective State
Academic balance is about creating pathways of teams. Students who are selected in State squads
choice for whichever direction your child chooses are still expected to fulfil their commitments to the
to take in their future. The focus on a well-rounded college including training and champion schools
education allows students to continue careers in fixtures. Wherever possible the Football Coordinator
the football industry or pursue careers in numerous will endeavour to reduce the load on these students
other professions including arts, medicine, law, by granting exemption from training and/or champion
education, politics and science. schools fixtures if it is requested. This is at the
discretion of the Coordinator.
Football is a practical subject and regular
attendance and participation is necessary for
achievement in the program. If students are unable
to participate in class due to illness or injury, they
must bring a written note from parents/guardians
which includes the date, an explanation of the illness
or injury and any relevant medical certificate, and
parent/guardian signature. A medical certificate
must be provided if students needs to be excused
from classes for more than one week.
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N urturing the Person
Self Management Practices Mental Health and Wellbeing
Throughout the program students are encouraged At John Curtin, students’ social, emotional, mental
to be responsible for all aspects of their learning. and physical health is a priority and a safe and
This includes constructing and keeping to schedules supportive school environment is provided.
and timelines, organising resources for training and
games, managing their progress, making necessary Developing students’ emotional intelligence and
changes to ensure their success, negotiating and resilience is part of the commitment to creating
problem solving with peers, teachers and parents, motivated and engaged young people and artists.
and making necessary changes to ensure success. We endeavour to develop students’ resilience and
Students should be focused, motivated and maturity by helping students find ways to effectively
committed to the overall life of the college. Our recognise and manage stress that work for them as
teachers provide an education that is inspiring, individuals.
challenging and one that enhances all learning Support is provided for students in a values
experiences. rich environment which encourages academic
Football Program students will be given a list of excellence, creative endeavours, personal integrity
requirements for classes, training and games at the and positive student behaviour. The dedicated
earliest convenience. A copy of the requirements Student Services team provides a range of services
must be kept in each student’s diary for reference. including assisting with transition to high school,
Students will be expected to take responsibility for learning support and career guidance.
ensuring that they are organised and thoroughly
prepared for all program activities.
Respect
Care
Compassion
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Overview
Inspiring the Mind
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Overview
Our Football Program provides your child with
Upper School Program
high level technical instruction coupled with a
game sense approach to coaching. The program
Years 11 and 12
sequentially moves through practices geared to the In Years 11 and 12 there is a shift in focus as students
appropriate age group and progressively becomes must make a commitment to theory at this point.
more difficult as your child matures.
In addition, all Year 11 students complete their
Your child will move from individual exercises and Referee’s Certificate and, in Year 12, their Football
simplified games to collective and complex game Federation of Australia Skill Training Licence
situations over a period of five years. Coaching Accreditation.
By the time your child reaches Year 11 there are two
Program focus includes: distinct courses available: ATAR Physical Education
• four core skills technique - 1vs1; striking the ball; and SIS20115 Certificate II in Sport and Recreation.
running with the ball; 1st touch Further details on the upper school courses are in
• physical conditioning the Year 11 and Year 12 Curriculum Handbooks.
• the importance of tactics and strategies
• developing game intelligence Professional Instructors
Lower School Program All students in the program receive instruction from
specially selected teachers who have exhibited
Years 7 to 10 a high level of proficiency in both football and
teaching.
Our lower school program is technically based and Our experienced coaches have a range of
focuses on improving individual technique and an qualifications including their Football Federation of
understanding of the game. This is achieved by Australia and Asian Football confederation, A and B
using varying technique practices and a game sense Licence, Instructor’s Licence, and Community Based
approach to learning. Accreditation.
In addition, students study the history of football Throughout the school year guest coaches are
and develop refereeing skills, match tactics and invited to the college to share their knowledge, skills
strategies. Study covers all skills involved in the and experience with students. Students also learn to
game including passing, receiving, shooting, be comfortable with different coaching styles.
heading, shielding and goalkeeping.
The Football Program is supported by Football West.
All year groups participate in four hours of football a
week and goalkeepers receive an extra hour a week
with a specialist goalkeeping coach
Curiosity
Imagination
Innovation
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Skills Years 11 and 12
Tactical Knowledge
Understanding tactics
Technical
Mental 20% Team formations
30%
Team strategies
Roles and responsibilities of players
Tactical
Physiological
30% Technical Skills
20%
Ability to perform a range of skills
Ability to use both feet
Knowing when to use each technique
Physiological Skills
Speed
Strength
Endurance
Skills Years 9 and 10 Body composition
Flexibility
Power
Mental
10%
Mental Skills
Physiological
10%
Attitude
Technical Motivation
50% Sports psychology
Tactical
30%
Skills Years 7 and 8
Mental
Physiological 5%
10%
Tactical
25% Technical
60%
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Sample Year 7 Timetable
Contact
For further information on any aspect of the Football Program contact the Director - Football.
E: Peter.Rickers@education.wa.edu.au
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Learning for Life Enrichment and Extension 10 / Football Program 2021
Enrichment
Our Enrichment Program provides all enrolled students at
the college the opportunity to work with a range of peers in
different learning environments allowing them to explore and
discover new opportunities and art forms.
Football Enrichment Arts Enrichment
Our Football Enrichment Program is a theoretical Enrichment Programs are designed to challenge and
course designed to complement the practical further develop students with arts specific content
program. The course is conducted through Years and life skills. Exposure to different art forms and
7 to 10. Each student commits to the Enrichment experiences helps build their capacity as students,
Program for two hours each week alongside the artists and people.
four hours of practical instruction. The course is There are two Enrichment Programs: Rotational
designed to help students become better prepared Enrichment and Music Enrichment. Music
athletes and footballers, particularly from a Enrichment is available to all students currently in
physiological, tactical and mental point of view. the Instrumental Music School Services program or
The Year 10 Enrichment Program is designed to link equivalent at primary school.
into the upper school courses that students will Enrichment programs are designed to explore a
complete the following year. range of art forms, develop critical and creative
Listed below are some of the topics covered thinking and cultivate skills in communication and
throughout the four years: collaboration. This helps students develop effective
• Year 7: Nutrition and Hydration, Laws of the learning, organisational and management skills that
Game, Tactical Analysis, Sports Psychology. are used in every area of their learning.
• Year 8: Skill Acquisition, Exercise Physiology, These skills are enhanced by our Study Hacks Guide,
Biomechanics, Sports Injuries. created specifically for John Curtin by Dr Jane
Genovese. This guide is given to students, parents
• Year 9: Debating, Energy Systems, Coaching, and teachers, and intertwined into Enrichment
Strategies and Tactics. Programs to develop skills such as goal setting,
• Year 10: Anatomy and Physiology, Sports recognising the difference between study and
Psychology, Skill Acquisition, Biomechanics. homework, and establishing positive relationships.
Enrichment will provide collaboration opportunities Connectedness is emphasised through scheduled
with other subjects, in particular the arts. Cross- year group assemblies and wellbeing workshops
curricular projects such as ‘The Beautiful Game’, a with a focus on our college values and how, as
stage production about football featuring Gifted and individuals, we can positively contribute to the
Talented drama students and football players acting community.
and playing on stage, ensure that football students Some Enrichment Program examples include Circus
engage with their peers from the arts and are fully and Perseverance; Special Effects and Imagination;
immersed in the life of the school. Innovation and Problem Solving; and Yoga and
Mindfulness.
Resilience
Perseverance
Reflection
Football Program 2021 / 11Extension Activities Camps and tours
The Football Program includes additional lessons South-west tour
and interschool matches scheduled outside normal
school hours. Information about these requirements Years 7, 8 and 9 girls and boys have the opportunity
is provided to students and parents/guardians at the to tour the south west of Western Australia and play
beginning of the school year. However, the timing of games against country teams. This tour is generally
some activities depends on the availability of staff four days duration and is run as a lead up to an
and it is difficult to provide more than a few weeks international tour in future years.
notice for some activities. The tour encourages students to:
To ensure the safety of students it is expected that • Work on ambassadorial skills when visiting other
parents/guardians arrange for their child to be schools and clubs in the south west.
transported home by private vehicle if a training
• Build leadership skills in an environment away
session or game extends beyond 5.00pm.
from the college and home.
After school fixtures • Improve playing skills in a competitive
environment in the early part of the season and
Students play for the college team against various in preparation for the up coming club and school
competitors, including visiting interstate and matches.
international teams.
The college competes in the Champion Schools International tour
Soccer Competition organised by School Sport WA
Years 10 to 12 students usually participate in an
in Terms 2 and 3. There are five main divisions – Boys
international tour every second year. Previous tour
U/14, Junior Girls U/15, Boys U/16, Boys U/18 and
destinations include Indonesia, Singapore and the
Senior Girls U/18. Games are played after school
United Kingdom. Senior students compete against
during the week and the college bus transports
international clubs and school teams over a period
students to and from away fixtures.
of 10 days to two weeks.
Students are also expected to play in a football club
Tours can give students the opportunities to play in
competition on weekends and train with their club
front of talent scouts and coaches from professional
during the week.
clubs, which may lead to contract opportunities
post school.
Goalkeeper coaching
Parents are required to meet costs of the tour. Every
Our goalkeepers are expected to attend training attempt is made to keep the costs to a minimum.
out of hours once a week during Terms 2 and 3. This
session occurs before school one morning a week.
State and National Training Centre
teams
All students are encouraged to try out for selection
for the National Training Centre (NTC) and State
teams. Students are given information as it comes
to hand. The college has had great success with
students regularly selected to represent the NTC
and/or their State.
Strength and conditioning
All students have access to visiting strength and
conditioning coaches at various times throughout
the year Sessions are designed to improve the
physical and technical capabilities of our players.
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Connecting with
Honours
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CommunityChampion Schools Competition, School Sport WA
JUNIOR BOYS JUNIOR GIRLS
2017 2019
2014 2018
2011 2017
2001 2016
2000 2015
1999 2014
1998 2011
1997 2010
1996 2009
Runner up 2018, 2015, 2013, 1994, 2007
1993, 1992, 1991 1997 Runner up 2013
INTERMEDIATE BOYS SENIOR BOYS SENIOR GIRLS
2019 2020
2015 2018 2019
(This is a new division in 2015) 2016 2018
Runner up 2020 2015 2017
2014 2016
2006 2015
2002 2014
2001 2008
2000 2003
1999 2001
1998 2000
1997 Runner up 2013, 2012
1996
1995
1994
1991
Runner up 2020, 2013, 2012
Social, Cultural and Environmental
Responsibility
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Our Staff
Peter Rickers
Peter is the Director of the Football Program. He has a Bachelor of Education and
Diploma of Teaching from Edith Cowan University. Peter helped establish the Soccer
Excellence Program in 1990 and has been at John Curtin since 1987. He has the A.F.C
“B” Licence Coach accreditation and is an FFA Community Instructor Coach. He has
been the Head Coach of the Australian U/19 schoolboys tours to South America,
Ireland and the UK, as well as the Tour Manager for Boys and Girls National U/16 and
U/18 School Championships. Peter is the current President of School Sport WA. He
has life membership of School Sport WA and in 2008 was admitted to the Western
Australian Football Hall of Fame for his long term involvement in schools football.
Gavin Brown
Gavin has previously coached at a number of junior, senior and representative
teams. Gavin has been Head Coach of the School Sport WA U/16 Boys teams on five
occasions and the U/12 Girls team at National Schools Championships and works
extensively in the Football Program across all year groups. Gavin has also coached
extensively in the men’s State League competition in WA. He has a Bachelor of
Physical Education (Hons) and is a Football Federation of Australia ‘A’ Licence Coach
Jenny Porter
Jenny has the responsibility of coaching out Junior Girls team and has enjoyed
a high level of success over the years since joining the college. Jenny has a
wonderful rapport with our young girls and uses her experience to mould the girls
into a well organised team. She has a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Physical Education
and a Skill Training Certificate from the Football Federation of Australia.
Matt Donlevy
Matt has responsibility for coaching our senior girls team and has enjoyed great
success in leading the girls to the State Championships for a consecutive number
of years. He also teachers the ATAR Physical Education studies. Matt has a
Graduate Diploma of Education and a Bachelor of Science (Sports Science) and has
a Senior Licence Accreditation with the Football Federation of Australia.
Paul Andrews
Paul plays a very important role in the Football Program as he takes responsibility
for the academic progress of our students in the Year 10 Enrichment Program
subject and the Year 11 and 12 ATAR Physical Education Studies. Paul has a
Graduate Certificate in Education and a Bachelor of Science (Hons), Sport and
Exercise Science and has Football Federation of Australia Skill Training Certificate.
Football Program 2021 / 17Additional Information
Attendance and Punctuality supportive learning environment that is responsive
to students’ particular abilities and learning styles,
A high level of attendance and punctuality is and which challenges and engages them to excel.
necessary for students to achieve their full potential.
A Code of Agreement for students, parents/carers and
The Department of Education has identified at
staff identifies the specific requirements relating to
least 90% attendance as the requirement for full
the Football Program. This is to ensure that students
participation in learning.
can work effectively and cooperatively in all of
The Football Program has compulsory activities their studies at the college. Students and parents/
which extend beyond period 6 on Monday, Tuesday carers sign this agreement on acceptance into the
and Wednesday and period 5 on Thursday and college. Adhering to the elements of this agreement is
Friday. expected of all students.
Learning to manage travel time, homework and
subject requirements is a college priority and Exit Procedures
students need to learn organisational skills to It is a requirement that students who accept a
effectively plan and manage their study program in position in the Football Program continue in that
all subject areas. program for the remainder of their secondary
All learning areas address this requirement by schooling through to Year 12. One of the student’s
embedding the learning of management and Year 11 and 12 subject choices must be SIS20115
organisational skills into the programs. Certificate II in Sport and Recreation.
Students in the Football Program must honour all If a student does not live within the college
commitments to scheduled training and games. It catchment boundary then exiting from the Specialist
is, however, recognised that a number of students Football Program would mean that their enrolment
are likely to be selected in State under-age teams at the college could be impacted.
and development squads. Every effort will be made Only under very special circumstances are students
to help students meet these dual commitments able to transfer between the Football Program and
through consultation with the Football Program Gifted and Talented Programs.
Coordinator.
Extended Leave
Behaviour on the training field The Football Program has a developmental
It is important that the training field is an effective structure and extended absence may seriously affect
and productive learning environment for all the progress of the individual student as well as
students. It is essential that students demonstrate the progress of other students in the program. This
a well disciplined and well mannered approach to is especially significant in group assessments that
both their sport and their teachers. Bad manners, may extend over a period of time. The Department
disruptive behaviour and lack of effort are not of Education has taken a firm position against
tolerated. extended student leave for holidays during school
term. All requests for extended absence must be
Code of Agreement submitted through Student Services and approved
John Curtin College of the Arts is committed to by the College Executive.
ensuring learning occurs within a caring, safe and
18 / Football Program 2021Specialist Football Monitoring To be eligible for the scholarship, students should:
Program • Possess strong personal values of honesty and
integrity;
For football students to engage fully in all the
• Espouse the college values across the college
opportunities provided at the college, a monitoring
generally, and the Football Program specifically;
system is in place to provide assistance and support.
The Student Services team and learning support • Try their hardest in their academic pursuits
specialists work together to provide guidance and regardless of their ability; and
assistance. • Set high personal standards within the
Students enrolled in the Football Program who are Specialist Football Program in terms of effort
unable to meet the requirements of the Code of and determination to succeed.
Agreement will be monitored and this can result
in their status and place in the program being Sebastian John Nye was part of the Soccer
reviewed. Excellence Program for four and a half years from
2006 to 2010. Seb died in a car accident in 2010.
The college provides support so students can make
His parents have very kindly donated money to the
the most of all the opportunities available in the
college to be used specifically for the purpose of
program.
the scholarship in memory of Seb.
Parent Support
We constantly liaise with parents regarding student
Uniform Requirements -
progress, behaviour, sporting and academic
successes, and commitments. Parental feedback
Football
is important to us and we continually implement The Football Program has specific dress
communication methods and interactions to better requirements. The football uniform is to be worn for
inform parents regarding fixtures, schedules, local training sessions and games only and is provided by
camps, and national and international tours. the college.
We ask parents to assist also by taking kits home and The uniform includes Macron items branded as John
washing them. Curtin College of the Arts as well as a team tracksuit.
All orders are through the Director of Football at the
Seb Nye Scholarship end of Term 4.
The Seb Nye Scholarship is a prestigious award Football students are given five minutes to change
that is presented to one student in each year group into their training gear before class starts and five
(Years 8 to 12) from the Specialist Football Program minutes at the end of the lesson to change back into
and is based on performance throughout the their college uniform.
previous 12 months. The college football team tracksuit is to be worn to
all games, camps, tours and on other occasions.
A student who is selected to receive this award
receives a scholarship certificate and a $500 When any team is on tour, members will be informed
bursary credited towards their school related of the required dress before departure. Generally
expenditure. formal and informal dress will be required at various
times as well as the uniform items.
Football Program 2021 / 19John Curtin College of the Arts 90 Ellen St Fremantle WA 6160 T 9433 7200 E johncurtin.col@education.wa.edu.au jc.wa.edu.au
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