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Wallan Secondary College: Learning for Life in Melbournes Northern Growth Corridor

Wallan Secondary College (WSC) is a dynamic government school catering to Years 7 to 12, located 50 kilometres north of Melbourne in the fast-growing Mitchell Shire. Since opening in 2006 with just 110 students, WSC has grown to over 900 students, reflecting the schools strong reputation for academic care, student support, and community connection.

At the heart of the College is a dedicated team of more than 120 staff, including five Principal Class members and 11 Leading Teachers. Staff are supported through clearly structured teams, targeted professional development, and collaborative planning time. This framework enables staff to deliver high-quality teaching while also nurturing student wellbeing and engagement.

WSC places strong emphasis on student support, offering a range of wellbeing services that include a dedicated wellbeing team, access to counselling, and proactive wellbeing programs delivered through a structured pastoral care model. Programs like breakfast club, homework club, and targeted intervention in literacy and numeracy ensure that every student receives the support they need to succeed.

The College offers a broad, inclusive curriculum with a strong foundation in English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities, alongside rich offerings in the Arts, Technology, Health and PE, Indonesian, and Music. Senior students benefit from a wide selection of VCE, VET, and Vocational Major (VM) programs to support diverse post-school pathways.

Leadership development is a key focus at both student and staff levels.



Students are encouraged to take on formal leadership roles and participate in enrichment opportunities such as performing arts, sport, and student voice forums. For staff, clear leadership pathways are supported through coaching, mentoring, and internal progression opportunities, creating a strong culture of professional growth.

With a sustained focus on learning, support, and wellbeing, Wallan Secondary College continues to build a safe, inclusive, and high-achieving school culture, one that fosters success for every student and empowers staff to thrive in their roles.

Location Profile

Wallan Secondary College (WSC) is a dynamic government school catering to Years 7 to 12, located 50 kilometres north of Melbourne in the fast-growing Mitchell Shire. Since opening in 2006 with just 110 students, WSC has grown to over 900 students, reflecting the schools strong reputation for academic care, student support, and community connection.

At the heart of the College is a dedicated team of more than 120 staff, including five Principal Class members and 11 Leading Teachers. Staff are supported through clearly structured teams, targeted professional development, and team-oriented planning time. This framework enables staff to deliver high-quality teaching while also nurturing student wellbeing and engagement.

WSC places strong emphasis on student support, offering a range of wellbeing services that include a dedicated wellbeing team, access to counselling,



and proactive wellbeing programs delivered through a structured pastoral care model. Programs like breakfast club, homework club, and targeted intervention in literacy and numeracy ensure that every student receives the support they need to succeed.

The College offers a broad, inclusive curriculum with a strong foundation in English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities, alongside rich offerings in the Arts, Technology, Health and PE, Indonesian, and Music. Senior students benefit from a wide selection of VCE, VET, and Vocational Major (VM) programs to support diverse post-school pathways.

Leadership development is a key focus at both student and staff levels. Students are encouraged to take on formal leadership roles and participate in enrichment opportunities such as performing arts, sport, and student voice forums. For staff, clear leadership pathways are supported through coaching, mentoring, and internal progression opportunities, creating a strong culture of professional growth.

With a sustained focus on learning, support, and wellbeing, Wallan Secondary College continues to build a safe, inclusive, and high-achieving school culture, one that fosters success for every student and empowers staff to thrive in their roles.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage the implementation of school priorities, and the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum.

SC2 Demonstrated ability to lead the planning and implementation of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learnin

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