Prospective Students
College Brochure
For a brochure that outlines "An Outstanding Education" opportunity provided by Grovedale College contact the College to have one sent to you. The brochure discussed the High Expectation of students, an Engaging Curriculum, the Computer Notebook Program, the Sports Academy and aspects of the Visual, Performing Arts program.
Scholarship Program
Each year the College offer Scholarships to those students entering year seven. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of an interview, involving the applicant and a parent and supported by additional information from the student's current school. Students may apply for more than one class of Scholarship and are not required to sit for an entry exam. Scholarship classes are:
Academic Excellence
Leadership
Music
Sports Academy
Environment
The College is based around three court yards. Each has well maintained gardens and shaded passive areas. For the more energetic students there are allocated areas including a well grassed oval. Classrooms are well maintained with computer hubs located near by. Recently refurbished classrooms provided open learning environments for the Arts and Technology areas. Wireless access provides the opportunity for laptop class uninterrupted use throughout the College for laptop classes.
International Student Program
The College welcome International Students through the International Student Program and recognise the value these students bring to the College. For further information regarding this program contact our ISP coordinator Mrs Janine Coombs on College phone 03 52454545 or by email (grovedale.co@edumail.vic.gov.au). The International Student Program is provided by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and the CRICOS provider code: 00861K.
Current Students
As students enter the College they receive a student organiser in which College rules expectations and strategies for effective learning are included. The organiser is the primary vehicle for communication between home and school and enables both parents and teachers to monitor work requirements, progress and behaviour. Building a positive home/ school partnership is important.
At Grovedale College students have the opportunity to develop leadership skills and participate in a wide range of learning activities outside the regular curriculum.
Students participate in all aspects of the College Production and GAFFA( Grovedale Arts Festival For All), compete in inter-school debating and chess competitions, local and community Public Speaking Competitions, Tournament of Minds, The State School Spectacular and Drama Competitions. Students are also offered opportunities to apply for The College Sports Academy, Community and Student Leadership Conferences, Industry Scholarships and subject based state and national competitions.
As well as having a Home Group, students are supported by a Chaplain and School Welfare Coordinator. Students have access to individual and group support in times of need and can participate in a wide range of activities and programs provided by the team.
Student Handbook
Currently being updated