Coaching for senior students and emerging adults

The final years of school are an important transition period in a young person’s life.

Students in Year 11 and Year 12 are often navigating increasing academic expectations, social pressures, part-time work and important decisions about life after school.

Many capable young people want to do well, but they often benefit from having someone who can help them think clearly, build self-awareness and take ownership of their decisions.

Through one-to-one coaching, I support senior students to develop the mindset, skills and confidence needed to succeed in school and transition effectively into university and adult life.

The coaching structure

Coaching sessions are typically:

One-to-one coaching conversations lasting 60 minutes.

Coaching may begin during:

  • Year 11

  • Year 12

Students may also continue coaching during their transition to university, where developing independence and decision making skills becomes even more important.

Sessions can be delivered online or in person in Melbourne.

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Who is this coaching for?
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Why choose Roland?

I bring a unique combination of coaching expertise and deep experience in education.

As an Assistant Principal and experienced educator, I understand how schools operate, how learning works, and the challenges students face.

This experience allows me to help students navigate school life strategically while also developing the thinking skills that support long term growth.

Students often benefit from having a trusted adult outside their school or family environment who can provide a non-judgemental space to reflect, think and grow.

What outcomes can we expect?

Over time, you should notice meaningful changes in your child. Students become:

  • more confident in their thinking and decision making

  • more engaged with their learning

  • better able to balance study, work and social life

  • more comfortable communicating with teachers

  • clearer about their future direction

Many students also experience improved academic engagement because they begin approaching school with greater ownership and intention.

This coaching is designed for senior secondary students in Melbourne who are capable but want support to grow and develop.

Students who benefit most from coaching often:

  • Want to do well academically but feel uncertain about how to approach Year 11 or Year 12

  • Feel capable but are not yet thriving at school

  • Want to improve focus, motivation and study habits

  • Need help navigating friendships, school expectations and part-time work

  • Want greater confidence and direction for life after school

Students do not need to be struggling to benefit from coaching.

In fact, many of the students who gain the most are thoughtful and capable young people who want to develop stronger thinking skills and greater independence.

What will students learn through coaching?

Self awareness

Understanding their thinking patterns, beliefs and habits so they can make better decisions.

Agency and ownership

​Learning how to take responsibility for their choices and actively shape their future.

Growth focused problem solving

Approaching challenges with curiosity and constructive thinking rather than avoidance or blame

Leadership foundations

Developing integrity, empathy and confidence in how they show up in the world.

Communication and relationships

Learning how to navigate relationships with teachers, peers and employers effectively.

Executive function

Setting goals, managing priorities, and reflecting on progress.

Start with a free discovery conversation

The first step is a free discovery call with a parent or student to explore whether coaching is the right fit.

This conversation allows us to discuss:

  • your child’s goals and challenges

  • how coaching works

  • whether this approach would be valuable at this stage

You can reach out via email:

rlcoaching@icloud.com

or through the contact page on this website.