Getting started
Starting at a new school is
exciting but can also be a
bit scary.
At PSC, we aim to make the
move as smooth as possible.
Starting at a new school is
exciting but can also be a
bit scary.
At PSC, we aim to make the
move as smooth as possible.
Starting at a new school is
exciting but can also be a
bit scary.
At PSC, we aim to make the
move as smooth as possible.
Transition to Year 7
The College has a range of programmes and strategies in place to help students manage the big transition from primary to high school.
Transition to Years 8-12
With new friends to make and differences in curriculum, moving from one school to another can be a challenge.
Open Night and school tours
The College aims to make it as easy as possible for new families to learn about the way we do things.
Our school zone
Our school zone is available on findmyschool.vic.gov.au which hosts the most up-to-date information on school zones in Victoria.
Students residing within our school zone are guaranteed a place at our school, which is determined on the basis of your permanent residential address.
Our school manages enrolments using the Placement Policy to ensure that students have access to their designated neighbourhood school and may enrol at another school, if there are available places.
For more information, you can:
- Visit School zones for answers to frequently asked questions
- Call the School Provision and Establishment Division via the Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) on 1800 896 950
- Email the VSBA at vsba@education.vic.gov.au
To enrol a student at the College, please call our enrolment officer on (03) 5945 1433 Click to call
The College uniform
Wearing of the school uniform is compulsory for students at Pakenham Secondary College. The College expects students to wear it with pride, both at school and in the community.
Shop
The Pakenham Secondary College uniform shop is located on site at the rear of the gym. Access is from Cunningham Avenue.
Hours
The uniform shop is open every Wednesday 1:00pm to 4:30pm and Saturday 9.00am to 12.00noon during term, and extraordinary hours during school holidays. Click here for up to date opening hours.
Orders
Orders can be placed online, click here. Telephone orders are also welcome and can be placed by calling the uniform shop on 5940 2912. The shop accepts cash, EFTPOS and credit cards.
Details
For more information about the correct use of the College uniform, click here for all the details.
Our house system
The house system at Pakenham Secondary College provides a sense of belonging, connecting young and senior students. Houses are involved in activities including swimming and athletics.
Celebrating diversity
Located in an area that is growing quickly, Pakenham is home to a diverse range of people.
For our College, and the broader community, to fulfil its potential, diversity must be celebrated. Well rounded members of the community enjoy the ideas and insight they receive from a variety of sources.
Diversity is something that sets Pakenham Secondary College apart. Our willingness to welcome people regardless of their race or ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, political views, wealth or identity is a mark of our civility. The College supports an environment of mutual respect where ideas can be freely discussed.
Every student and family is welcome at our College and we note the richness of community that diversity, and acceptance of diversity, brings.
Student wellbeing
The College takes its role as an educator of young people very seriously. It is our goal to help develop happy, rounded, capable and resilient people.
To help students and families understand the ways in which the College can best create a happy school, we have a Student Engagement & Wellbeing Policy that is based on the following ideals:
- Students have the right to work and learn in a safe place, where they can develop their talents, interests and ambitions
- Teachers will be able to teach in an ordered and co-operative setting
- Parents can expect their children to be taught in a caring environment where respect and positive relationships are fostered
- Everyone will respect and take care of the College property and the property of others
The College’s values centre on the acronym SOAR, which is used as a basis for rules and procedures.
Students at every level receive the learning help they need, with extra support for those who require an accelerated programme or have fallen behind the expected levels. The College has a welfare team that includes a Wellbeing Coordinator, Wellbeing Officer, Secondary School Nurse and Mental Health Practitioner.
At Pakenham Secondary College, we believe social and emotional wellbeing provides the best basis for student learning and positive behaviour.
About Year 7 transition
Starting at a new school is an exciting time but for many students it can also be a bit scary.
As teachers and parents, it’s important for us to realise there will be mixed emotions from students making the big move from primary to high school.
The College has a range of programmes and strategies to help students, including an interactive information night and an orientation day at the College.
The information night gives families the chance to hear from and meet our staff, team leaders and transition co-ordinator. Students attending orientation day enjoy activities in their new classroom.
Our transition team keeps in close contact with local primary schools. It is often helpful to speak with your child’s primary school to discuss the right secondary school for them.
For more information about the College or transition, please contact our transition co-ordinator on (03) 5945 1433.
We thank all families who give the College the role of providing their children with a secondary education. It is something we do not take lightly.
About Years 8-12 transition
With new friends to make and differences in curriculum, moving from one school to another can be a challenge.
Pakenham Secondary College gives students at every level the learning help they need, with enhanced learning for those who require an accelerated programme and supported learning for those who need a hand to catch up.
The College’s house system, co-curricular activities and wide variety of sporting teams give new students the chance to make new friendships.
Depending on their year level, each student will be involved in programmes that offer work guidance and awareness.
Get to know us
The College wants to make it as easy as possible for new families to learn about the way we do things.
Due to COVID-19, we are unable to hold an open night for 2020 or engage in school tours.
We have created the following ‘Virtual Open Night’ presentation to help provide you with further information about the opportunities offered at Pakenham Secondary College.
Take a few minutes to view the presentation and get in touch via email or phone if you have any further questions.