Located in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, SandringhamCollege consists of three campuses: Beaumaris 7 to 10 Campus, Sandringham 7 to 10 Campus and the unique Senior (Yrs 11 to 12) Campus. The college also has a very successful International Student Program, which includes a Language Centre, and provides all students with a wide range of support services and specialist programs.
Facilities: Sandringham College provides a range of facilities in all subject areas including Art, Drama, Dance, Information Technology, Science, Media and Technology, supported by continually developing information and communication technology.
Curriculum: The Year 7 to 10 Campuses provide a breadth of curriculum experiences and include programs that highlight and demonstrate the college’s commitment to improving the learning of all students. One such program is the Year 7 to 10 Enhanced Mathematics and Science program (eMaS), which is designed to challenge and extend mathematical and scientific skills and knowledge. The 3C9 program provides both Beaumaris and Sandringham Campus Year 9 students with challenging community-based and co-operative learning experiences that move the classroom out into the community. The Senior Campus provides one of the widest range of studies in Victoria, with some 80 VCE studies across all areas of the curriculum, and access to 35 VET studies, including a number provided on site, including Music, Hospitality, Information Technology and Clothing Design. The college also has a very successful VCAL program. Sandringham College has a particular reputation for the quality of its Performing and Visual Arts programs and its students achieve excellence across all areas of learning.
Sport: Students are able to participate in a wide range of sports at each of the three campuses.
Extra-curricular activities: Drama, dance, art and music are very strong components of the college. Sandringham College stages many drama and musical productions throughout the year. VCE students are able to join the drama performance tour to the USA and Britain every second year. Debating, community involvement, public speaking, art exhibitions, excursions and camps are also key elements of the college program.
Student welfare programs: Sandringham College’s code of conduct encourages students to take increasing responsibility for their learning and relationships with others. The students are supported by a strong welfare team that includes student managers and a student wellbeing co-ordinator on each campus. Peer support and peer helping programs, along with mentoring programs are available on each campus. Careers advice is readily available to all students and the college has a well-developed work education and course and careers counselling program.