Year 9 Teacher Carly Heislers finds the outdoor classes at the Newhaven College Year 9 Environmental Centre brings the best out in her students
Phillip Island surfing identity Glyndyn Ringrose is an instrumental part of the College's Surfing Academy.
2024 Year 12 student Gabe Smith holds the Melbourne Cup during its visit to Newhaven College this year. Gabe was an important member of the College's Equestrian team, and had international success this year in the Mounted Games event in Europe.
Year 9 students Inez Parmington, Claire Van Der Heyden, Keely Filsell and Ayishka Perera embraced the opportunity to go on a hike as part of the Year 9 'Meeting the Mountains' Wollangarra Camp.
Year 7 student, and MTB enthusiast, Kody Lewis loves participating in the mountain biking events held off campus, as well as on the custom made MTB track that located in the College grounds.
Newhaven College prides itself on being "about hands-on sensory learning".
"Whether it be outdoor education, music lessons or a maths class, teachers are actively present ensuring each young person's unique learning path is enriched," a college spokesperson stated
"Newhaven's educators are at their peak professionally, resulting in students receiving the best possible education."
The college said it is proud of its academic record, with many students going on to further education.
"However, the college also offers a wide range of VET subjects and unique programs to complement the school curriculum," the spokesperson stated.
They said highlights of an education at Newhaven College include a wide range of co-curricular activities, from sports to an exceptional performing arts program.
"Sports include House and inter-school competitions, plus out-of-the-box opportunities such as the coveted Surfing Academy, Equestrian Team or the newly minted MTB (Mountain Biking) Academy.
"Some of the College's riders and surfers have achieved extraordinary results in 2024 with National Championship wins in a range of disciplines."
For those inspired by the arts, the school's performing arts wing includes one-on-one lesson spaces, a rehearsal studio, sound rooms, collaboration spaces and a Black Box theatre.
"This facility, along with an exceptional music teaching team, provides a nurturing and encouraging space for music students to explore their talent."
Environmental
Newhaven College offers a unique learning space at the Year 9 Environmental Centre.
Set away from the main College campus, looking out over Westernport Bay, the "open space and healthy atmosphere help to shape a student's mindset".
"Wearing their special Year 9 ranger-style uniforms, complete with hiking boots, students are ready to move between the classroom and outdoor activities as opportunities arise," the college spokesperson said.
"The Year 9 Environmental Centre is a busy, ever-changing place of learning.
"The specialised team provides professional dedication and commitment to supporting Year 9 students as they pass through the challenges of adolescence. They are singly focused on providing the best opportunities so students can thrive.
"An education at Newhaven College is grounded, well-rounded and nurturing. The result is young adults armed with confidence and an open mind, ready to take on what the future holds."
