The Y Community School in Victoria is an independent alternative school, offering a school environment that helps young people re-engage with education and build the confidence and qualifications to move on to further education, training or work.
Our model is built around small secondary campuses. We now operate two campuses across Years 7 to 12, each designed for around 100 students. We operate with smaller class sizes and bring together educators, educational youth workers and wellbeing specialists to create a safe and positive environment that draws out students’ strengths and empowers them to create a better future for themselves. We support our students to access a wide range of Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses and employment connections, such as apprenticeships and traineeships.
To support these students, our school adopts a ‘THRIVE’ framework which takes an evidence-based approach to supporting academic achievement, wellbeing, and transition to employment. Most importantly, the school is a partnership, with students having a voice in shaping their own development.
"At Y Community School we are passionate about creating a space where every student feels seen, heard and supported, and where families feel confident that their young person is in safe and caring hands. I look forward to welcoming you into our school community"
Sarah, Epping Junior Campus Principal.
