Teaching & Learning

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Teaching & Learning - Overview

Our Vision and Values are translated into action through our Learning Compass. Our curriculum framework uses the metaphor of the “learning compass” to show the types of competencies students need to successfully navigate towards the future we want, ind...

Programs and Study Choices

As a Senior College we are able to offer an extensive range of subject choices for students from Years 10 to 12. This enables the College to manage individual career pathways to suit the interests and needs of each student.

Years 7-9 Overview

In Years 7 to 9 students have the opportunity to engage with the full structure of the Victorian Curriculum. We provide broad and balanced curriculum that includes: Core English, Mathematics and Science Substantial time for Health and Physical Education...

Year 10 Overview

At Hallam Senior College Year 10 students may undertake elements of VELS, VCE, VET & VCAL in combination with access to senior studies. Students study core subjects and electives across the three strands of Physical, Personal And Social Learning,...

VCE Overview

The VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education) is awarded to students who successfully complete their secondary education. It is recognised internationally, and provides pathways to further study at university, TAFE (Technical and Further Education) and...

VDSS Overview

Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary School Students (VDSS) is designed to expand opportunities and pathways for senior secondary students, and improve post compulsory educational outcomes as well as address the employment needs of...

HEADStart

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a VCE and University-readiness programme designed to increase students’ ability to succeed in VCE and to be accepted into University courses. The programme can serve all students but is particularly f...

Study 4 Success

Study 4 Success is a supervised program that supports young people with a quiet space to complete homework or study 3 afternoons a week during the school term.

Centre of Excellence: Innovation

The Centre of Excellence (COE): Innovation, provides the opportunity for those with a passion for Science, Engineering, IT or the Trades to undertake project based opportunities working with industry experts. The COE: Innovation, is a select entry program....

Sports Academy

The Hallam Senior College Sports Academy is an exciting and unique program that promotes school connectedness through sport in a student athlete friendly environment.

Creative And Performing Arts (CAPA)

We aim to provide clear pathways that link career aspirations with opportunities in both school and the wider community. Partnership links with educational organisations, industry professionals and arts focused organisations are a feature of the prog...