All students and staff at Shalom College are welcomed into one of eight Houses each under the administration of a House Coordinator. Within each House staff administer as a Pastoral Care Group which consists of approximately 25 students from Years 7 to 12. Year 11 and 12 students serve as role models for their Pastoral Care Group. The Pastoral Care Group promotes a strong sense of community.
The House System evolved as a means of providing better personal care and leadership opportunities for all students at Shalom College. The aims of the House System are to:
Shalom College, as a Catholic school, must be different. Shalom College values the worth of the individual. The Catholic school aims for its members strong character formation, true Christian living based on Gospel values and a faith life that continuously grows.
Students are allocated to one of eight Houses – Adams, Chisholm, Hogan, Lingiari, MacKillop, McAuley, Rice or Walsh. Each House comprises of approximately 170 students, ranging from Year 7 to Year 12.
Pastoral Care Groups meet daily for personal care and administration with their Pastoral Care teacher who is the teacher responsible for the group. Most activities within the College are organised within the House structure. Students will be involved in various activities such as Inter-House sport, Shalom Day and House get-togethers.