Department of Education - Victoria

Bayside P-12 College is a dynamic and inclusive multi-campus institution serving the diverse community of Hobsons Bay, located in Melbourne's vibrant western metropolitan area. With three campuses spread across Altona North, Williamstown, and Newport, Bayside P-12 College offers a continuous educational journey from Prep to Year 12. The college boasts a rich multi-cultural student body, creating a vibrant and diverse learning environment.

Guiding Principles

Bayside P-12 College is committed to:

• Delivering a Comprehensive Curriculum: Tailored to meet the individual needs of all students, ensuring an engaging and diverse learning experience.
• Fostering a Safe and Supportive Environment: We prioritise a friendly, disciplined, and secure environment that promotes a passion for learning.
• Developing Social and Emotional Wellbeing: Through explicit teaching of emotional intelligence and social skills, we equip students to thrive in all aspects of life.
• Preparing Students for the Future: We focus on equipping students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a rapidly evolving, technologically advanced society. Leadership, collaboration, self-discipline, and social awareness are key pillars of our approach.
• Encouraging Participation and Engagement: We actively involve parents, students, and staff in the vibrant school community, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Ensuring Equal Opportunities: Every student, regardless of background, is provided with opportunities to reach their full potential.

Curriculum

Bayside P-12 College offers a well-rounded and inclusive curriculum, grounded in the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model. Students in the early and middle years follow a broad curriculum across eight learning areas, while senior students have access to a range of VCE, VM, and VET units.

Our students are encouraged to have voice and agency in their learning, with opportunities to shape their educational experience in line with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 and VCAA-accredited studies. The college also offers a variety of co-curricular activities across its campuses, including:

• Camps and Excursions
• Debating
• Drama and Music Performances

Additionally, our long-standing sister school relationship with Anjo Higashi Senior High School in Japan enhances our Language Program, offering students a unique cultural exchange opportunity from Prep to Year 12.

Community Engagement

As an integral part of the local community, Bayside P-12 College is dedicated to fostering strong community ties. Our facilities are regularly utilised by local community groups, promoting mutual support and cooperation. The college partners with local industry to provide valuable work experience and work education opportunities for students.

The Victorian School of Languages also operates out of our Altona North campus, offering a wide range of Languages Other Than English (LOTE) programs. In addition, we offer a welcoming Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) program for primary students, ensuring a balanced and enriching experience for families.

Facilities

Each of the college's campuses is equipped with modern, flexible learning spaces designed to support a broad curriculum. Notable features of the campuses include:

• Altona North P-9 Campus: Specialised, adaptable learning facilities.
• Williamstown Campus: A state-of-the-art STEM Centre and a Select Entry Tennis School offering elite sporting opportunities.
• Paisley Senior Campus: A range of specialised facilities to support senior students' educational needs.
• Tennis Courts and High quality Football Fields. 

Additional college-wide resources include:

• Three Libraries
• Three Gymnasiums
• A variety of Outdoor Education Equipment, fostering an active, hands-on learning environment.

 

SC1    Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the capacity to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated capacity to respond to student learning needs.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth. 

SC3    Demonstrated capacity to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated capacity to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4    Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, wellbeing and engagement.    

SC5    Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated capacity to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.