Wanneroo Secondary College

s at its core a computer hub which has enabled information technology to be embedded in all teaching and learning programs. The college's educational program is built around its vision of 'Star in your Future - Dream, Believe, Learn, and Succeed'. There is an emphasis on developing programs and pathways for every student, co-curricula and extra curricula activities to enhance student engagement and the integration of information technology into the curriculum. In order to cater for differing learning needs and to maximise talents and potential, the college offers programs catering for students seeking enrolment at university or TAFE, apprenticeships or direct entrance into the workforce. The college regularly achieves 100% graduation. Wanneroo Secondary College offers a rich variety of extra curricula activities in sporting and cultural arenas. Students can study either the Japanese or Italian language and the college caters for international students from many countries. The college offers opportunities for students to take part in overseas travel as part of college programs: Japan for cultural visits; Singapore to take part in soccer tournaments; and Cambodia to develop leadership and community service. To further students developing their special talents, the college offers two accredited specialist programs - Performing Arts and Australian Football - as well as an Academic Extension, Instrumental Music and Robotics programs for students in Years 8 to 10. The college's second campus offers senior students a combination of school, TAFE and work experience with many students being offered apprenticeships. Expert student mentoring and advisory support services are voluntarily provided to selected students by accounting firm KPMG, the college's business partner in the Australian Business Community Network. These programs greatly enrich the students' time at school. The school is also extensively involved with the local community through its relationships with: Wanneroo City Council; Universities and TAFE; industry groups; the Western Australian Football Commission; and the local branches of Rotary and Army Cadets.The college has a strong student services team who work with students, staff, parents and the local community towards achieving an atmosphere in which every student feels welcome, safe, valued, encouraged to work hard and assisted in every way to be the best they can be.