Schools's in - Local school guide in the area

Words by Jessica Cusmano

 
Thomas Carr College- Tarneit

Thomas Carr College is a catholic co-educational secondary college that are committed to providing an enthusiastic and innovative learning environment. The school took its first group of 72 year 7 students in 1997 and have excelled in knowledge and growth ever since with currently 1200 students attending years 7-12. Thomas Carr College have a variety of curriculum and co-curriculum offered to all students ranging from preforming arts and music to, extensive sport programs, debating, camps and student exchange programs. 

MacKillop College- Werribee

MacKillop are dedicated to the provision of a comprehensive, learning environment in which all our students are invited to express their talents and fulfil their academic potential. The college has evolved and grown since first opening in 1970 and offer a range of co-curriculum activities from sports to preforming arts.

Hoppers Crossing Secondary College- Hoppers Crossing

Hoppers Crossing Secondary College provides a caring educational environment which is challenging, and encourages excellence. Established in 1984 as one of the first 7 - 12 Post Primary Schools, it continues to promote growth through learning. Offering a balance of both academic and practical subjects, all students are encouraged to strive for personal excellence.

Galvin Park Secondary College- Werribee

Galvin Park Secondary College has a student population of about 1333, and offers a broad curriculum ranging from technology subjects, media, art, gym and more for years 7-12. Galvin Park Secondary College is devoted to providing a safe and supportive environment based on the values of cooperation, tolerance and respect. The college utilises modern approaches and teaching methods to meet today's educational demands, and to maximise the benefits to their students.

The Grange P-12 College- Hoppers Crossing

The Grange provides an enriching education that commences with preps and continues through the secondary years to VCE. The continuous curriculum and a seamless transition through primary to secondary years benefit the students both academically and socially. The two campus structure provides an intimacy which allows all students and staff to know each other- this creates a sense of belonging and community, one which empowers the entire school.

St.James the Apostle Primary School – Hoppers Crossing
St. James the Apostle is a Catholic Primary School that strives to create an atmosphere that nurtures faith and creates a love of learning. The school opened in early 1982 and has continued to build a community based on openness, equality, respect, trust and senses of belonging.

Derrimut Heath Primary School- Hoppers Crossing
 Derrimut Heath primary school was founded in 1992, and has about 614 enrolled students ranging from Prep to Grade 6. The school is an active member in the local community, with many members of staff leading curriculum networks. Teachers provide a rich, student centred, integrated curriculum with daily programs dedicated to literacy and numeracy development and weekly programs in The Arts, PE and Library.   

Woodville Primary School- Hoppers Crossing
Woodville Primary School provides a safe learning environment that actively pursues the development of potential, life long learning, well being and social competencies. Teachers at Woodville Primary strive to improve student’s achievements in English and Mathematics.

St.Peter the Apostle Primary School- Hoppers Crossing
St.Peter the Apostle Primary School is home to 600 students and around 40 staff members. At St. Peter Apostle Primary School recognise that each person is special and aim to provide an education in an atmosphere of love, support, trust and understanding. Together the staffs endeavour to meet the needs of all children and parents.  As part of the community, St Peter Apostle Mission Parish fosters an environment where all may grow in faith.

Lumen Cristi Primary School- Point Cook
Lumen Cristi catholic primary school opened in 2000 with 97 students attending in the first year. The school forever strives to create and support meaningful relationships in a welcoming and inclusive community. Together they believe in and are dedicated to developing and nurturing a sense of curiosity, and life-long learning. The curriculum is enhanced by a modern teaching environment, teachers with extensive and skilled teaching/learning experience.