Viewbank College

Positioned within generous, attractive grounds, Viewbank College offers an excellent range of learning opportunities. Students experience a broad academic curriculum covering a range of Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) subject areas. A newly built performing arts centre, science and technology facilities provide the infrastructure for students to explore science, technology, engineering, arts and maths (STEAM) opportunities. The learning atmosphere promoted across the Viewbank College community encourages students to fulfill their potential and progress to tertiary study or work.

School Values: Respect, Excellence, Responsibility, Teamwork, Integrity

Special Programs

Access to VCE subjects from Year 10
IT and media studies program
Science, technology, engineering, arts and maths (STEAM) subjects and a wide range of club activities
Experienced international Chinese coordinator
Sister school exchange program with Narita Kokusai Senior High School, Japan
Exchange program with Marburg region, Germany

Student support services and programs

Strong English as an Additional Language (EAL) support program
Homework clubs in English, humanities, maths, science, commence
Careers resource centre
Peer support and student welfare counselling centre
Student study room and dedicated VCE study centre
Student leadership program

Principal

Emma Ford

Number of students

1470

Cost of uniform (approx.)

$800

International Student Coordinator

Heidi Luo

Number of International students

Cost of homestay per week

$360

VCE Subjects

Art Making and Creating
Dance
Drama
Music (Performance and Investigation)
Theatre Studies
Accounting
Business Management
Economics
Product Design and Technology
Foundation Maths
General Maths
Mathematical Methods
Specialst Maths
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Psychology
Food Studies
Geography
History
Legal Studies
Philosophy
English
English as an Additional Language
English Language
Applied Computing
Media
Systems Engineering
Visual Communication Design
Languages (other than English)
Australian and Global Politics
Health and Human Development
Outdoor and Environmental Studies
Physical Education

VET Subjects

Applied Fashion Design and Technology
Automotive
Business
Creative and Digital Media
Community Services
Dance
Electrical Industry
Engineering
Health
Hospitality
Information, Media and Technology
Integrated Technology
Laboratory Skills
Music Industry
Sport and Recreation

Extra-curricular activities

Musical instrument tuition and performances
College production and drama performances
Extensive sports program
Debating and public speaking program
Variety of lunchtime activities
Work experience program

Sports offered

Australian football, badminton, baseball, basketball, cricket, cross country, football (soccer), hockey, netball, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track and field, volleyball

Intensive English Language Classes

Provided at English language centre located within 4 kms of school

Languages taught

Japanese
German

It's been an honour being a student at Viewbank College, and I am incredibly grateful for the amount of support that my peers, teachers, and the overall school community has given me. Studying at this school provided me with opportunities to make meaningful relationships and inspired me to become a leader and changemaker within the community. Most importantly, I am able to see my growth as a person by learning from those around me, whose encouragement gives me confidence in my future endeavours.
- Vu Chau Anh (Jules) Nguyen, currently studying Bachelor of Science, Melbourne University

Serviced by regular train lines and bus routes, with easy access to Melbourne's city centre
Attractive school grounds close to a range of native flora and fauna reserves
Close to shopping centres, banking, medical and entertainment amenities