Thebarton Senior College Introduction
qualifications in SACE and VET, literacy and numeracy skills, employment pathways, scientific and technological skills and key competencies.

School facilities and resources

• Information technology - Apple Mac and IBM, internet access
• Resource centre with computer and internet access
• Gymnasium and swimming centre
• Flexible timetable with day and night classes
• Cafeteria
• Student common room
• New science facilities

Strong focus areas

• Information Technology (IT)

Special interest programs

• Sport and recreation
• Visual arts including photography and design

Languages

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Middle Eastern - Persian, Arabic
• Vietnamese
• Other languages available by negotiation through the School of Languages

Student support services

• ESL support
• International student focus person
• Student counsellors
• Bilingual support officers
• Study centre -one to one, small group tutoring in all subjects
• Adult learning methodologies
• Career service
• Peer support program

 

Recent school awards and achievements

• Registered Training Organisation for delivery of VET programs
• SA Adult Learners Week Awards - outstanding provider organisation 2004

Sporting activities

• Recreation (Year 11)
• Physical Education (Year 12)
• Basketball

Co-curricular opportunities

• Multicultural school celebrations -Harmony Day, Multicultural Focus Week
• Work experience programs

Industry and training partnerships

• Western Futures Enterprise Vocational Education Service

 

 

Community alliances

• Migrant Resource Centre - resource support
• West Torrens City Council - mentoring program

International programs

• Intensive Secondary English Course
• High School Program
• Study Abroad Program
• Study Tours