Upper Yarra Secondary College is nearing the completion of a major rebuild, modernising our teaching spaces to align with the evolving curriculum and contemporary teaching practices, and increasing our capacity to 800 students. This transformation has allowed us to create flexible learning environments that promote student collaboration, as well as critical and design thinking.
The final addition, a large covered outdoor learning area next to our basketball stadium, will be ready before the year ends, providing a space for all-weather activities.
Our state-of-the-art facilities now include the STEAM Pavilion, specialised Design and Technology rooms, hospitality kitchen, Brian Way Theatre, new and improved Canteen and eating area, refurbished Library and new, landscaped gardens. Our teaching Vineyard and Orchard allow Certificate II Wine Industry students to experience a real working vineyard, gaining skills and qualifications as a pathway to employment in the Yarra Valley.
The College is proud of our exceptional student leaders, who are actively encouraged and supported to make a positive impact on their community. Our Year Level Captains meet regularly to share feedback and recommendations from their peers and are delegated duties that develop their responsibility and foster empowerment. All students are welcome to attend our SRC meetings once a week, where students across all year levels collaborate to plan fundraisers and other student-led initiatives.
We ensure students are engaged inside and outside the classroom. Year level camps build relationships with peers and develop important life skills, with tours to Central Australia and Japan providing enrichment and immersion in other cultures. There are a multitude of extra- curricular opportunities available throughout the year including library lunchtime activities, Reptile Crew, after school homework clubs, Interschool Sports Program, Instrumental Music Program and curriculum extension activities such as Lego Robotics and Astronomy Club. After the success of the 2024 production of Puffs, we look forward to presenting the 2025 musical Firebringer.
At Upper Yarra Secondary College we have structures in place to ensure that each child transitions to high school in the smoothest way possible. Year 7 students have their own dedicated area which is for their exclusive use. In addition, every student is assigned a Support Group, with at least two teachers responsible for conducting daily check-ins, and tracking student progress.
The greatest pride of our College is the outstanding outcomes achieved by our students. Enrolments in Tertiary Education and successful employment outcomes continue to rise, with students leaving the College ready to confidently step into the next phase of their lives.
We invite you to visit the College and experience the exciting activities that take place daily. Please join us for our Open Evening on Tuesday 29 April starting at 6.30pm in the Brian Way Theatre.
