Portland Secondary College has an enrolment of approximately 550 students and is located in South West Victoria. Portland is the main centre in the Glenelg Shire and the College works hard to broaden the aspirations of our students. Portland Secondary College¿s vision is to develop a student-centred learning community that offers exciting and extensive pathways to facilitate 21st Century learning.
Portland Secondary College¿s values are Respect, Success, Resilience and Creativity. The College values its diverse range of students including those with academic and leadership aims as well as those with learning difficulties, disabilities or with considerable social disadvantage. With a strong emphasis on welfare and wellbeing, alongside strong transition and mentoring programs, we aim to assist all students to extend and enhance their potential by offering opportunities tailored to their needs. The College uses a Restorative Practices approach with students being supported by Mentors. In addition to our Main Campus, the College has a satellite campus and runs a Re-Engagement Program for students ranging in age from 12 to 18 years of age.
The College¿s Mission Statement is to Develop creative, articulate, respectful and resourceful young people able to contribute positively to the global community and aims to excel in the provision of broad, flexible and inclusive educational pathways for our students that highlight our strong sense of community and our continued tradition of excellence. This is achieved through a stimulating, comprehensive and challenging academic focus and is supported by specialist activities in sport, performing arts, debating, public speaking, student leadership, music and the arts. Further information can be found on the College website, www.portlandsc.vic.edu.au.