Parent Information
Westall Secondary College
Parent Information
School Drop Off and Pick Up
Parents please be aware that car drop offs are not allowed at the front of the school due to safety reasons. Please park on Rosebank Ave when dropping off students.
Westall Front Office Opening Hours
Please be aware that school front office hours are open at 8:30 am to 4:15pm, Monday to Thursday and 8:30am to 4pm Friday.
Payment Information
Ongoing support of our families ensures that our school is able to offer the best possible education and provisions for our students. We want to thank you for all your support, whether that’s through fundraising or volunteering your time. This makes a huge difference to our school and the programs we can offer.
Financial Support for Families
Westall Secondary College understands that some families may experience financial difficulty and offers a range of support options, including:
Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) – Families holding a valid means-tested concession card or temporary foster parents are eligible to apply. Each family receives $225 per year paid for each eligible secondary school student. Payments are made directly to the school and are linked to the student. If you applied last year, you do not need to re-apply unless your circumstances have changed.
https://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/Pages/csef.a
For families who elect to pay the Voluntary contributions School Council is offering the following options for payment of the Charges and Contributions:
a) Full amount at the beginning of Term 1, or
b) Payment at the beginning of each Term (4 instalments), or
c) Half-yearly payment: beginning of Terms 1 and 3 (2 instalments).
For a confidential discussion about alternative payment arrangements, contact: 9546 3233 or
email westall.sc@education.vic.gov.au -attention to
Alice Paget - Assistant Principal - Year levels 7/ 8 OR
Travis McIntosh - Assistant Principal - Year levels 9/10
Jason Tickner - Assistant Principal - Year levels 11/12
Payments can be made via Compass, credit card, BPay, or Eftpos. Please contact our office on 9546 3233 for further details.
Please be aware that school front office hours are open at 8:30 am to 4:15pm, Monday to Thursday and 8:30am to 4pm Friday.
Updating Your Contact, Custody and Medical Information
Have you moved house or changed phone numbers?
If so, please remember to fill in a ‘Change of Details’ form (attached below). The form can also be collected from the General Office. Please return this form as soon as possible. It is important that we have your most current details for general purposes and in the case of an emergency. It is also important that you keep your mobile phone and email address details up to date on Compass. This is to ensure you do not miss out on vital information, including student attendance alerts, student report information, curriculum days, etc. Similarly, with emergency contact details, any custody arrangements and medical details, please ensure these are current.
Instrumental Music lessons!
What can I learn?
SINGING, GUITAR, BASS GUITAR, DRUMS, KEYBOARDS/PIANO, CLARINET, FLUTE & SAXOPHONE.
If your student is interested in having instrumental lessons as school, talk to Mr Coco and he will talk to you about any questions you may have. The lesson time changes each week, so students don’t miss out on the same class every time. Lesson times are 35 minutes in duration.
Lesson fees are $100 for the year and an extra $100 for instrument hire. (For Drums, guitar/bass guitar or Piano/Keyboard instrumental hire does not apply). If you are eligible for the CSEF (if your parents/guardians) have a Health Care Card, you don’t have to pay these fees. If you are unsure, ask at the front office.
Instrumental music enrolment forms may be collected from the front office or from Mr Coco or Mrs Mcalister (Instrumental Music room).
Mr Michael Coco
Instrumental Music Coordinator
Michael.coco@education.vic.gov.au
Foster Carer Recruitment for the Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA).
Victoria is currently experiencing a shortage of foster carers, and our aim is to raise awareness about foster care within our local community. We want to recruit potential foster carers who could truly make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
For further details contact:
Tabatha Cook – She/ Her
Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM,
Carer Training, Assessment & Support Worker (CTA&S)
Carer Training, Assessment and Support Program
E: tabathac@vacca.org M: 0448 289 845 W: www.vacca.org
Teens Hip Hop Dance Program
We offer after-school teens’ hip hop dance programs tailored for all age groups. Attached is a copy of our program flyer. We’d be thrilled to welcome your students to join us!
Lilia - Admin | Ascendant Dance Company
W: www.ascendantdancecompany.com.au
A: 3/73 Main Road, Clayton South
I: https://www.instagram.com/ascendantdancecompany/
Ourplace Services
Join Springvale Scout Group
Our Venturer Group is specifically for 14-17 year old youth And Rovers are 18-26 year olds (VCE AGE).
Scouting provides Youth with an extra-curricular activity that develops both personal development, community engagement and a sense of adventure in a safe environment.
All Youth who would like to try out scouting receive a 3 week free trial.
See attached brochure for details.
Melinda Young
(Scout Leader - 2nd Springvale Scout Group)
Mackie Road Neighbourhood House - home work club and other activities
Mackie Road Neighbourhood House is a local community hub in Mulgrave. They have a few upcoming programs including:
two exciting school holiday activities coming up that we believe kids would really enjoy.
Please feel free to get in touch if you need more information or different formats of the flyers.
For further information contact:
Belinda and Liz
The Mackie Rd NH Team
(P): 03 9548 3311 36-42 Mackie Rd,
Mulgrave 3170
Monday-Thursday 9.30am-4.00pm & Friday 9.30am - 2.30pm
Stay connected with everything that is happening at Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House!
www.instagram.com/mackierdhouse/
Greater Dandenong Table Tennis
The Greater Dandenong Table Tennis Association is thrilled to announce the 2nd season of our Junior Table Tennis League, open to players aged 8 to 17 years. This is a fantastic opportunity for kids and teens to learn new skills, build confidence, and have fun in a welcoming and structured environment.
🗓 When: Every Wednesday afternoon, from 5:15pm to 7:00pm, during the school term
📍 Where: Greater Dandenong Table Tennis Centre. Conveniently located next to Oasis Swimming Pool on Heatherton Road, Dandenong.
🏓 With a rich history of developing junior talent, our club has seen many young players progress to become State and National Champions, with some even representing Australia at the Olympic Games!
For further information contact:
Greg Bristowe
Centre Manager
Mobile 0411 237 351
t: 0493 209 116
a: 1510B Heatherton Rd Dandenong 3175
Junior Players Wanted
Berry St Foster Carer
Interested in becoming a Foster Carer
Ph. 1800 816 037 or enquire today at berrystreet.org.au/fostercare
Download and Share our Digital Resources
Camilla Feather
Regional Recruitment and Community Engagement Foster Care
t: 03 9239 1400 | m: 0499 935 852 e: cfeather@berrystreet.org.au
Sustainable Schools
Second-Hand Textbooks and Uniforms
Free Trial for Maths Online
Maths Online is offering a free trial for their mathematics tutoring program. Please refer to the flier or website www.mathsonline.com.au
Direct enquiries to Sarah Murray
Ph. 1300 88 2045 or email sarah.murray@mathsonline.com.au
Autism Connect
Saver Plus Program, delivered through Berry Street.
Saver Plus is a free matched savings and financial education program that matches participants’ savings, dollar for dollar, up to $500, for education costs such as uniforms, books, excursions, sports fees and laptops. Over 55,000 participants have benefitted from Saver Plus.
With the increasing cost of living impacting so many Australian families, helping to ease the financial strain for low-income earners where able, is important to our team at Berry Street. The advice provided through our Money Minded program is intended to not only assist families to achieve their saving goal of $500, but to develop lifelong financial skills and habits as well as build their financial confidence.
About Saver Plus
Saver Plus was developed by Brotherhood of St Laurence and ANZ in 2003 and is now delivered nationally through Berry Street and The Smith Family. The program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services and ANZ.
Participants set a savings goal for education costs, make regular deposits into a savings account over 10 months, and attend financial skills workshops. At the end of the program their savings are matched by ANZ, dollar for dollar, up to $500, to be used for education costs such as uniforms, books, excursions, sports fees, and laptops.
Participants are also supported over the 10 months by one of our dedicated Savings Coaches who will stay connected with the participant to guide them through the program.
Parents are eligible to join Saver Plus if they meet all the following the criteria:
- be over 18 years old.
- have a Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession card.
- be in receipt of an eligible Commonwealth social security benefit, allowance or payment.
- have some regular income from work (themselves or their partner) including casual, part-time, full-time or seasonal employment; and
- have a child enrolled at school (or enrolled to start school) or attend vocational education themselves.
Please find attached further information on the program and contacts for Saver Plus.
Bharathi academy
Bharathi academy is a Tamil language school dedicated to teaching Tamil to children across Melbourne.
Our goal is to promote the Tamil language and culture among young learners in our community. Teaching the Tamil language to school children is vital in preserving our rich cultural heritage and fostering a strong sense of identity and connection to our roots.
For further information contact:
Rahula Raveendiran,
Principal of Bharathi Academy Clayton Campus,
Phone 04 02 906 389.
E rahuleswary.raveendiran@bharathi.org.au.
Maths Online
MathsOnline is a program to help students succeed and build maths confidence. With over 1,400 video tutorials and 50,000 interactive questions and worksheets, MathsOnline helps guide your students through their exam revision lesson by lesson. See information below and refer to attached flier.
Arliam Allied Health
Looking for an Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist
We have availability!
Services are available at your home, school and / or workplace, in the following areas:
* Melbourne South-Eastern Suburbs
* Melbourne Southern and Eastern Suburbs
* Melbourne Bayside Suburbs
Arliam Allied Health
Call: 03 8552 2286
Karate for Students
Contact;
Tri Le Nguyen
Membership Consultant
P: 0426 191 218
W: gkrkarate.com
Foster Carer Recruitment for the Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA).
Victoria is currently experiencing a shortage of foster carers, and our aim is to raise awareness about foster care within our local community. We want to recruit potential foster carers who could truly make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
For further details contact:
Tabatha Cook – She/ Her
Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM,
Carer Training, Assessment & Support Worker (CTA&S)
Carer Training, Assessment and Support Program
E: tabathac@vacca.org M: 0448 289 845 W: www.vacca.org
Teens Hip Hop Dance Program
We offer after-school teens’ hip hop dance programs tailored for all age groups. Attached is a copy of our program flyer. We’d be thrilled to welcome your students to join us!
Lilia - Admin | Ascendant Dance Company
W: www.ascendantdancecompany.com.au
A: 3/73 Main Road, Clayton South
I: https://www.instagram.com/ascendantdancecompany/
Ourplace Services
Join Springvale Scout Group
Our Venturer Group is specifically for 14-17 year old youth And Rovers are 18-26 year olds (VCE AGE).
Scouting provides Youth with an extra-curricular activity that develops both personal development, community engagement and a sense of adventure in a safe environment.
All Youth who would like to try out scouting receive a 3 week free trial.
See attached brochure for details.
Melinda Young
(Scout Leader - 2nd Springvale Scout Group)
Mackie Road Neighbourhood House - home work club and other activities
Mackie Road Neighbourhood House is a local community hub in Mulgrave. They have a few upcoming programs including:
two exciting school holiday activities coming up that we believe kids would really enjoy.
Please feel free to get in touch if you need more information or different formats of the flyers.
For further information contact:
Belinda and Liz
The Mackie Rd NH Team
(P): 03 9548 3311 36-42 Mackie Rd,
Mulgrave 3170
Monday-Thursday 9.30am-4.00pm & Friday 9.30am - 2.30pm
Stay connected with everything that is happening at Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House!
www.instagram.com/mackierdhouse/
Greater Dandenong Table Tennis
The Greater Dandenong Table Tennis Association is thrilled to announce the 2nd season of our Junior Table Tennis League, open to players aged 8 to 17 years. This is a fantastic opportunity for kids and teens to learn new skills, build confidence, and have fun in a welcoming and structured environment.
🗓 When: Every Wednesday afternoon, from 5:15pm to 7:00pm, during the school term
📍 Where: Greater Dandenong Table Tennis Centre. Conveniently located next to Oasis Swimming Pool on Heatherton Road, Dandenong.
🏓 With a rich history of developing junior talent, our club has seen many young players progress to become State and National Champions, with some even representing Australia at the Olympic Games!
For further information contact:
Greg Bristowe
Centre Manager
Mobile 0411 237 351
t: 0493 209 116
a: 1510B Heatherton Rd Dandenong 3175
Junior Players Wanted
Berry St Foster Carer
Interested in becoming a Foster Carer
Ph. 1800 816 037 or enquire today at berrystreet.org.au/fostercare
Download and Share our Digital Resources
Camilla Feather
Regional Recruitment and Community Engagement Foster Care
t: 03 9239 1400 | m: 0499 935 852 e: cfeather@berrystreet.org.au