Our partnership with the Drouin Cluster of Schools supports the transition process from our primary schools and includes a comprehensive orientation program. This ensures teachers understand our new students and can support them in feeling confident in their new school. We also build connections with local primary schools by our students visiting these schools to participate in various programs.
A coordinated Information Day and Evening for prospective students combined with the state wide Orientation Days in December provides students with an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the College. Additionally we have a program offering additional transition days for students needing a higher level of support.
We take the time necessary to know and understand our new students whether they are entering Year 7 or a higher level.
Year 7 2025 Information Day / Evening
If you are considering Drouin Secondary College for your Year 7 student in 2025, please take the opportunity to visit us on Thursday 2nd May 2024. The day will consist of two parts:
Information Day for all Grade 6 students
Prospective students will have the opportunity to:
- Meet the Principal and Year 7 Level Leader
- Have a good look around the College facilities
- Meet with current Year 7 students
- Sample our Curriculum
- Participate in sport or other activities
To attend the Information Day students to need to register with their local primary school. If you do not live locally, please contact the College to register.
Information Evening for Parents and Grade 5/6 students
Parents of prospective Year 7 Drouin Secondary College Students in 2025 or 2026 are invited to come along to meet our College Leaders and be informed about our:
- Commitment to adolescent education
- Curriculum
- Facilities
- Student Wellbeing and Management Practices
- Extra-curricular Programs
Parents will have the opportunity to ask questions of College Leaders and other staff during their guided tour of the College.
Year 7 Accelerated Pathways Program (APP)
The Drouin Secondary College Accelerated Pathways Program (APP) is designed to offer a cohesive program for learners who have been identified as very capable, committed, enthusiastic students. The APP provides a complete and flexible pathway for selected students beginning in Year 7.
If you have a child currently in Grade 6, and would like to register your interest in finding out more about this program, please click here.
Families and students in Year 5 and 6 are invited to attend an information evening for the 2025 Year 7 Accelerated Pathways Program (APP) on Monday 22nd July 2024 at 6.30pm.
Applications for the 2025 Accelerated Pathways Program close on Friday 2nd August 2024.
Starting Secondary School
One of the biggest transitions in a child’s life is moving from Primary to Secondary school. It can be a time full of fun, excitement and new experiences, but can also be challenging or worrying for some children. You can help by making sure your child is prepared and feels supported. When choosing a secondary school for your child, you will need to think about your family circumstances and needs, such as:
- How far do you want to travel and is the school reasonably close to home and/or work?
- Will the school be able to cater for your child’s needs and interests?
- What facilities do they offer and are you comfortable with the ‘feel’ of the school?
- Will the teachers and the school curriculum support all aspects of your child’s development, including social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs?
- Does the school’s policy on homework and discipline reflect your own values and expectations?
- Does the school work in partnership with families?