Explore learning at North Geelong Secondary College

PARENTS and guardians are invited to discover a dynamic, high-quality government school for their child and book one of North Geelong Secondary College’s (NGSC) personalised tours where they can hear all the details of their specialist programs and innovative learning opportunities.Why should I consider North Geelong Secondary College for my child?

NGSC is a creative, caring and diverse college, where young people grow into autonomous learners by engaging with imaginative and intellectually rigorous programs.

The community is friendly and supportive and underpinned by the values of respect, excellence, achievement and diversity.

The school places high expectations on student behaviour and academic endeavour, as evidenced by outstanding results and outcomes.

What facilities does the College have?

Students are privileged to enjoy:

Learning areas equipped with the latest ICT facilities

An extensive, well-resourced, library

Plentiful, state of the art sporting facilities

A creative art and technology complex which caters for food technology, studio art, ceramics, woodwork and performing arts.

 

What type of extracurricular activities does the college offer?

Students are encouraged to engage in a myriad of extracurricular activities, including human powered vehicle, debating, student representative council and lunchtime clubs, such as chess club, cultural appreciation club, dungeons and dragons and Japanese club, as well as the many sporting teams to join.

My Grade 6 student is anxious about starting high school, how does NGSC make it easy for students?

The transition from primary to secondary school is seamless for year 7 students. In grade 6 all students are invited to the College early in the year for a ‘taste’ of secondary school and then later in the year there is a specialised two-day program allowing students to develop new friendships and familiarise themselves with their new surroundings. Students start the secondary school year with confidence.

What excellence and support programs are available at NGSC?

NGSC is proud to offer a number of excellence programs:

The Scholarship Program,

Promotes and recognises outstanding commitment by school students who have displayed a strong involvement in their school community.

Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) Program,

Provides a focused educational environment for academically oriented students, incorporating a fast-paced curriculum, with less repetition than mainstream classes.

 

Strive Program

A supplementary program based around fostering research skills, academic writing, and grounded in inquiry-based learning, prepares students for the rigours of senior secondar, tertiary education and learning beyond the classroom.

Strive to Achieve Results (STAR),

An innovative Literacy and Numeracy program unique to the college, identifying students who have the potential to become future ‘stars’ and achieve outstanding results in Years 7 to 9.

Achieving Core Education (ACE) Programs

Aims to improve the numeracy and literacy development of students who are performing below the expected level

Excellence in Sport Program

Develops students’ sport specific skills, knowledge and practical application in their chosen sports of Australian Rules, Soccer or Volleyball.

Applications for Scholarships and SEAL close on Friday, June 27, 2025.

To find out more and lodge an application, head to ngsc.vic.edu.au

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