Their everywhere starts in Year 7.
Education is a daring adventure. At ELTHAM College, that adventure begins in Year 7 — a critical time for growth, discovery, and transition into senior schooling. Whatever the passion, wherever the path, ELTHAM College is a place where a child’s unique pursuits can be developed to the fullest.
We believe everyone has open opportunities to achieve excellence. Starting from their first days in Year 7, students are nurtured into real-world ready individuals, ready for a future of exciting possibilities.
Exploring Year 7 at ELTHAM College
Join a small group tour to discover how ELTHAM College supports a smooth and inspiring transition into Senior School.
A holistic education that begins with Year 7.
As an independent, co-educational and non-denominational private school, we constantly adapt to the changing needs of young people and their world — particularly during the important transition into Year 7 and senior years.
We aim to authentically educate the whole student, encouraging them to be brave, curious, and see life as a chance for unlimited learning.
In Year 7, students form strong foundations through harmonious student-teacher partnerships. We equip young people with the skills, confidence, and ‘can do’ attitude that ensures everyone is supported on their learning journey: to aim high, form successful relationships, accept challenges, achieve independence, and welcome opportunities with confidence.
The beginning of a bold Senior School journey.
Entering into Senior School is an exciting time for students. Year 7 marks the beginning of this journey at ELTHAM College, where students are encouraged to explore their interests and see education as a daring adventure.
Through diverse streams of learning, ELTHAM College graduates step into life after school as proactive young people, ready to pursue their path in the world — and it all begins with a confident start in Year 7.
Our flagship programs are designed to offer students the chance to develop their confidence, try new things and grow their passions:
Elite and Emerging Athletes
Our Elite and Emerging Athletes Program (EEAP) provides students with a holistic environment designed to support their sporting pursuits. Through coaching, tuition, and specialist training, we equip aspiring athletes to maximise their potential in their sport.
Leadership
At ELTHAM College, we believe leadership begins early. Our dedicated Leadership Program empowers students to take on meaningful roles, developing confidence, responsibility, and a sense of purpose as they represent their peers and contribute to both school life and the wider community.
For our Year 7 students, the Future Leaders program is a key part of this journey—helping them step into leadership roles, build essential life skills, and lay the foundations for personal growth beyond the classroom.
Outdoor Education
Our Outdoor Education Program immerses students in progressive, hands-on experiences that foster personal growth, resilience, and respect for the environment. Through practical, flexible and self-directed learning, students are enriched with a sense of adventure.
Hospitality – Coffee Shop
Our Coffee Shop Program provides students with a unique, real-world experience in a fully operational training restaurant and cafe, Swipers Gully. Through this work experience program, students gain valuable work-ready skills.
House Music
Our House Music Program is entirely student-led. It challenges participants from each House – Evelyn, Bell, Ross, and Nillumbik – to compete for the prestigious House Music trophy, showcasing their talents and leadership in an extraordinary annual performance in Term 1 of each school year.
Explore ELTHAM Through Real Stories
Our Future Leaders program is just one example of how we support Year 7 students to grow in confidence, step into leadership roles, and build strong foundations for life beyond the classroom. Read more about the program in this article.
What makes an ELTHAM education daringly different.
Students learn in a unique environment.
Our exceptional campus, purpose-designed and built facilities, and the beautiful natural surroundings of Melbourne’s north-east and the Yarra Valley provide an inspiring place for students to dream and learn, with positive flow-on effects on their physical health and emotional well-being.
A unique culture and community.
Our teachers (who operate on a first-name basis) instil their passion for the subject with their students. Independent thinking is cultivated through applied learning and a strong connection to the world beyond the four walls of a classroom.
The importance of academic excellence.
Each student is guided to unlock their talents through the broad and innovative Victorian curriculum, empowering them with the self-confidence and independence to manage all aspects of their future lives.
ELTHAM is about ‘growing hearts and minds’.
To genuinely prepare our students to be world-ready, their education must be a well-rounded experience of challenges and opportunities. We teach our young people to relate to the world, understand their effect on it, and help shape it in positive ways.
Experience Year 7 at ELTHAM College
We invite prospective families to join a small group tour designed specifically for those considering Year 7 at ELTHAM. These tours offer a closer look at our Senior Years Program, with a special focus on the important transition into Year 7. You’ll gain a deeper insight into our unique approach to learning, the supportive environment we create for our students, and what makes the ELTHAM experience truly special.
Places are limited to ensure a personalised experience — we encourage you to book early.