Access for partner schools
Students attend Tech Schools while remaining enrolled at their home school. Programs can be single-day or multi-day. Learning materials associated with programs and student bus transport to and from the Tech School are provided free of charge to students.
Participation in Tech Schools programs are for government, Catholic and independent schools in the local government area/s (termed ‘partner schools’). Search Tech Schools across Victoria to learn more and book.
Example: Geelong Tech School
Geelong Tech School’s core programs are co-designed with local industry partners and focus on igniting students’ passions with real-world problem solving using cutting edge technology.
Examples include:
- students coding drones to support surf lifesaving efforts
- using data to improve renewable energy (wind / solar).
Programs available statewide
Any non-partner school in Victoria can access virtual and STEM camp programs. STEM camps involving inquiry-based learning, industry or guest visits are available to students from regional and rural areas, who do not have access to a Tech School facility.
Virtual STEM programs, available to both metropolitan and regional schools, range from single sessions to multi-day, industry-aligned projects, with equipment sometimes provided to facilitate hands-on engagement.
Materials provided may include equipment kits, teacher guides and pre- and post-learning activities.
Search Tech Schools across Victoria to learn more and book.
Programs designed to meet students’ needs
Aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, Tech School programs are co-designed with partner schools and industry partners. They are designed to complement the learning experience at the home school.
Tech Schools focus on students’ needs at each stage of their education:
- Years 7 – 10: Exploration, engagement and STEM discovery
- Years 11 – 12: Extension, enrichment and deeper learning
Programs can be customised for individual schools.
All Tech Schools must comply with Child Safe Standards.
Search Tech Schools across Victoria to find out more about what they can offer your students.
Professional learning for teachers
Tech Schools offer free professional learning for all Victorian teachers to support STEM teaching in the classroom which is aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0.
Search Tech Schools across Victoria or check the Tech School Network’s Arc channel for more information about teacher professional learning.
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