Curriculum Information

The learning programs offered by the College are designed to cater for the diverse needs, abilities and aptitude of our students. The programs offered at Years 7 - 10 have been designed to prepare students for the Victorian Certificate of Education, VET in Schools Program, VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning) and to maximise future pathways.
At every Year level a wide range of subjects are available to students. The range of subjects covers the learning areas of English, Mathematics, Science, Health and Physical Education, Technology, Language Other Than English (LOTE), Humanities, the Arts and Religious Education. The program provided ensures a sound general education.
At Years 7 - 8 there is a core curriculum. This provides for a solid basis on which students can build their personal programs.
During Years 9 - 10 subjects are divided into core subjects and elective subjects. Core subjects ensure that careful attention is paid to the development of written, oral and mathematical skills. These skills hold a central place in the curriculum.
Our Year 9 curriculum includes a program in Life Learning (four programs throughout the year) and Enhancement Learning (two programs throughout the year). The program, titled LEAP, aims to provide wide ranging opportunities to engage students via negotiated curriculum and offering practical, experiential learning opportunities.
Elective subjects provide students opportunities to pursue the development of personal interests and skills.
At Years 11 - 12 English and Religious Studies are compulsory. All other subjects are chosen by the student. VCAL and VET are also available.
With the increasing maturity which accompanies progression of students from Years 7 - 12, a greater choice of subjects is offered. The College believes that the only effective way of catering for individual needs, abilities and aptitudes is through the exercise of informed choice within a wide-ranging curriculum.

Individual Needs

High performing students are identified before entry to the College. Carefully developed programs are offered in English and Mathematics. These programs are available in Years 7 - 10. Some VCE units 1 and 2 are available at Year 10 and units 3 and 4 at Year 11.
Students experiencing difficulties in learning are offered assistance by our special education staff. Integration programs supported by the Government are also offered to those who meet the criteria.