Freshwater Senior Campus is committed to student excellence and to supporting students during their transition to adulthood. This development of self-responsibility involves a comprehensive mentoring program and numerous opportunities to make contact with university, TAFE, business, industry and trade options. The campus is a composite school and TAFE site, with students able to access courses from the two providers in the one program if appropriate. The school has cross-campus arrangements with four other high schools, facilitating extensive curriculum choice.
Facilities: The school is set in a quiet area with large playing fields and has modern facilities, including three state-of-the-art industry-standard computer labs, a multimedia lab, a design and technology lab with a computer annex, a food technology lab, a textiles and design lab, darkrooms, a 250-seat performance theatre, a 100-seat lecture theatre, and a national standard gymnasium and music centre, with adjoining practice rooms.
Electives Years 11 and 12: A comprehensive range of academic courses is offered and, with TAFE courses included, students can select from more than 80 courses including English Advanced, Standard ESL and Extension, all levels of Mathematics, Biology, Economics, Business Studies, Japanese, French, German, Earth and Environmental Science, Design and Technology, Food Technology, Industrial Technology, Economics, Hospitality, Engineering Science, Physics, Chemistry, Legal Studies, General Science, Music, Visual Arts, Photography, Drama, PD/Health/PE, Software Design and Development, Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation, Information Processes and Technology, Information Technology Fundamentals, Geography, Modern History, Ancient History, Textiles and Design, and Building and Construction. Students regularly complete TAFE Certificate II Courses giving them advanced standing towards university and TAFE courses. 2010 subject lines are available on the school’s website (link above).
Sport: The campus offers talented and committed students the chance of participating in a targeted squads program. Rugby union, rugby league, soccer, netball and basketball, with high-profile coaches, prepare these squads for district and state competitions.
Extracurricular activities: Student leadership program, Rock Eisteddfod, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, band, vocal ensemble, drama group and dance groups.
Welfare and personal development: The school recognises and is considerate of the needs of students and has established a welfare network providing support for all students.
Self-discipline is encouraged. All students participate in a weekly mentoring program, which supports young adults both academically and socially. Pastoral care and discipline are well developed. Uniforms are compulsory.