Government schools – Melbourne Northern Suburbs VIC

Sunbury Downs College is a vibrant Year 7 to 12 co-educational secondary college situated in the semi-rural town of Sunbury. Our College is an inclusive school offering a wide range of programmes that cater for all students.

We have a strong emphasis on developing individual student wellbeing and positive interpersonal relationships. Students are at the centre of our teaching and learning, always.

Our curriculum provides a comprehensive teaching and learning programme for students in core subjects: English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Health and Physical Education, Arts, Technology and Languages (Italian).

We offer
a range of VCE subjects including the VCE Vocational Major programme in Years 11-12 which caters for students with an interest and passion for applied learning. We have a reputation for helping students achieve outstanding VCE results, further reinforcing to our students the school motto 'Confidence to Achieve'

Sunbury Downs College is the only secondary school in the area that offers an Accelerated Curriculum and Enrichment (ACE) programme, extending students through a challenging curriculum including early commencement of VCE. The ACE programme is a select entry course with enrolment from the feeder primary schools for students in Years 7-9. New enrolments are welcome to make enquiries about the suitability of this programme for their children. We also offer a Scholars programme for students in Years 10 and 11 to provide students with a range of opportunities in the Senior Years.

Our College is an accredited International Student Programme provider.



This programme has enabled the College to work closely with the Department of Education and the local community to engage in cultural immersion and promote diversity. The College has students and families from 45 different nationalities enrolled at our school, supporting a culturally and linguistically diverse learning setting.

Sunbury Downs College offers a wide range of inclusive activities and programmes which cater to all students. Some of these include Debating and Public Speaking, Maths Club, STEM/Robotics and Drama Club. We have a well-established Student Voice programme and passionate Captaincy team offering students the opportunity to develop leadership skills and contribute to our school in a positive and valuable way. Our College has a House and Sports programme with whole school carnivals for Athletics and Swimming, and there are also Year Level and specialised camps and excursions.

We offer
instrumental music tuition and present a highly acclaimed musical production, enabling students to excel in the Performing Arts in an environment that fosters participation, responsibility and teamwork outside the classroom.

Sunbury Downs College is proud of the work and support provided to students and the wider Sunbury Downs College community by our wellbeing team, learning support team and Careers Coordinators. Wellbeing programmes complement the teaching and learning and extracurricular programme of the College as we work together to prepare young people to become lifelong learners.



Learning Support focuses on assisting students with additional needs while the Careers Coordinators provide valuable advice as students successfully pathway into university, TAFE and the workforce.

Sunbury Downs College currently has a leadership profile consisting of Principal, 3 Assistant Principals, 8Leading Teachers and 3Learning Specialists which is being expanded. There are approximately70 Classroom Teachers, 5 Paraprofessionals and38 Education Support staff.

Our College values ofRespect, Resilience, AmbitionandCommunityare embedded within our teaching and learning practice. These core values support a culture of participation and excellence based on the development of positive relationships and personal growth by all community members.

Location Profile

Sunbury Downs College is a vibrant Year 7 to 12 co-educational secondary college situated in the semi-rural town of Sunbury. Our College is an inclusive school offering a wide range of programmes that cater for all students.

We have a strong emphasis on developing individual student wellbeing and positive interpersonal relationships. Students are at the centre of our teaching and learning, always.

Our curriculum provides a comprehensive teaching and learning programme for students in core subjects: English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Health and Physical Education, Arts, Technology and Languages (Italian).

We offer
a range of VCE subjects including the VCE Vocational Major programme in Years 11-12 which caters for students with an interest and passion for applied learning. We have a reputation for helping students achieve outstanding VCE results, further reinforcing to our students the school motto 'Confidence to Achieve'

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