Lucy Dalleywater, Director of Activities
The Jamieson Program 2025
At Frensham Schools, character education is more than just a concept—it is a lived experience. The Jamieson Program stands as a cornerstone of this philosophy, equipping students with the personal competencies and leadership skills that translate school values into lifelong strengths. In 2025, the program continues to evolve, reinforcing Frensham Schools’ commitment to fostering resilience, purpose, and a sense of agency in every student.
Character Education at Frensham
Delivered through the Jamieson Program, Frensham Schools takes an evidence-based approach to shaping character education, equipping students with the skills and mindset to thrive in the modern workplace. The program translates Frensham Schools’ values into practical capabilities, ensuring students graduate with this essential and unifying foundation. Character education is delivered through explicit learning, lived experiences, leadership development, service, and outdoor immersion.
Students develop character in three key ways: honouring obligations to others through the civic character of belonging, testing possibility through performance character that fulfils potential, and enacting fundamental values and beliefs through the moral character of doing what is good and right.
“Our ultimate success is measured in the way our girls carry themselves beyond School, with a courageous and generous spirit as global citizens of today and tomorrow.” – Geoff Marsh, Head of Frensham, Head of Frensham Schools.
Character Development Across the Years
Year 7 Frensham Studies – Students explore character education through Frensham’s History program, reflecting on historical and peer role models to develop curiosity and adaptability.
Year 8 Philosophy – A tailored Philosophy and Ethics course fosters character development, leadership grows through the Flag and Bell roster, and students engage in community service and outdoor challenges, including Year 8 camp.
Year 9 Global Perspectives – Through the Cambridge International program, students develop leadership, contribute to community initiatives, and participate in outdoor immersion, including the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award and Adventure Day.
Year 10 Learning to Lead – Students refine leadership through a dedicated course, mentoring roles, and outdoor experiences such as the Year 10 camp and the Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Year 11 Leadership – Leadership expands through a Leadership camp, sports coaching, and service projects, alongside outdoor challenges like the Silver or Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Year 12 Leadership – Students take on leadership roles, contribute through sports coaching and campus stewardship, and engage in outdoor experiences, including the Silver or Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Jamieson Program at Frensham Junior School
Explicit learning experiences, guided by the Jamieson Program, are seamlessly integrated into daily school life. Weekly Prayer assemblies offer moments for reflection, while a thoughtfully designed Picture Book Scope and Sequence (P–6) enhances students’ understanding of literature and language. Interactive activities—such as role play, puppetry, meditation, creative responses, and circle time—foster dynamic and engaging learning experiences. Thinking routines and PDHPE outcomes further support student growth, nurturing a strong sense of self and community.
As we look ahead to 2025, the Jamieson Program remains a beacon of Frensham’s enduring mission—developing self-assured, engaged, and adaptable learners who will go on to lead with purpose and conviction.
