St Brendan's Catholic Primary School
St Brendan's Catholic Primary School
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I completed an LTI at St Brendan's in 2024. During my LTI at St Brendan’s, I had the opportunity to work in a classroom setting with young students, gaining firsthand experience in both whole-class instruction and personalised support. This experience provided me with valuable insights into how children learn, develop, and engage with their education, as well as the importance of adapting teaching strategies to suit different learning needs.
Beyond academic learning, I saw the importance of fostering social and emotional development in students. In small-group settings, I observed how children interacted with their peers, built friendships, and developed communication skills. Encouraging teamwork and collaboration in these settings helped students learn how to express themselves, listen to others, and work through challenges together. Additionally, I learned how to support students who needed extra emotional encouragement, helping them build confidence and resilience in their learning journey.
Overall, my LTI experience at St Brendan’s was incredibly rewarding and eye-opening. It reinforced my interest in working in education. I gained a deeper understanding of the importance of adaptable teaching methods, patience, and the impact of personalised learning. This experience has further helped my passion for working in schools and supporting students in their educational journey.
Optimum Health & Performance
Optimum Health & Performance
When I was doing my LTI at Optimum Physio, I had the opportunity to observe a wide range of patients dealing with various conditions, from minor injuries to significant physical challenges. It was eye-opening to see how physiotherapy plays a crucial role in helping people recover, manage pain, and improve their mobility. Each patient had a unique journey, and I was able to witness the impact of tailored rehabilitation programs firsthand.
One of the most memorable experiences was working with a patient who had suffered seven strokes throughout his life. From all the strokes . Despite these challenges, he continued to come to the clinic, not just for treatment but also for social interaction. We engaged him in games designed to stimulate movement and coordination, turning his sessions into something enjoyable rather than just another appointment. Seeing how much he looked forward to coming in and interacting with us reinforced how important both physical and emotional support are in rehabilitation.
This experience deepened my understanding of physiotherapy and its impact beyond just physical healing. It showed me how crucial social connection is in recovery and how something as simple as engaging with others can make a huge difference in someone's well-being.
Tiny Tackles
Tiny Tackles
As part of my Learning Through Internship (LTI), I have been working with Tiny Tackles, a program that introduces young children to rugby league in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. My role involves helping coach kids through foundational rugby league drills that build essential skills before they are ready to play proper games. We focus on basic movements such as catching, passing, running, tagging, and working as a team. These activities are broken down into small, achievable steps so the children feel confident and excited to learn.
Throughout my time at Tiny Tackles, I’ve developed stronger communication and leadership skills, especially when explaining drills or giving feedback in ways that young children can understand. I’ve also learned how to be more patient and adaptable, as every child learns differently and at their own pace. Watching the kids improve and have fun each week has made this a rewarding experience, and it has helped confirm my interest in working with young people in sport or education in the future.
St Brendan's Catholic Primary School
St Brendan's Catholic Primary School
In Year 12, Term 3, I had the opportunity to return to St Brendan’s for my LTI placement, this time once again in the learning support department. I was really grateful that the school welcomed me back, as I had thoroughly enjoyed my previous experience there and wanted to continue developing my skills in this area. While some of the tasks I was given were similar to last time, I was also able to take on a new and exciting challenge. One of the highlights of this placement was working one-on-one with a student for a two-hour session. During this time, I was able to observe and assess their behaviour, while also supporting them with their individual learning needs.
This experience was particularly valuable because it gave me insight into a different side of the teaching and support space. I was able to see first-hand how important patience, adaptability, and personalised strategies are when working closely with students. It was not only rewarding to help the student directly but also fulfilling to learn how this kind of targeted support can make a real difference to their confidence and engagement. Overall, returning to St Brendan’s allowed me to deepen my understanding of learning support, strengthen my passion for education, and continue building skills that I know will be valuable in my future career.
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