Focusing on the student beyond the classroom

HANDS ON... Former SEDA College student, Vincent Phillips, assisting with community AFL Clinics in 2019. Photo: Supplied.
HANDS ON… Former SEDA College student, Vincent Phillips, assisting with community AFL Clinics in 2019. Photo: Supplied.

IN late high school years, learning transferable skills, connecting with industry, and pursuing a pathway you’re passionate about are crucial.

For many young people, the opportunity to complete their years 11 and 12 through an individual approach with a focus on sport is a dream.

In Shepparton, SEDA College is an independent senior secondary school which partners with the state’s leading sport and recreation organisations so students develop attributes of current industry professionals.

Drew Simpson is one student who commenced at SEDA at the start of 2019 after wanting a hands-on approach to his education which aligned to his passion for teaching.

Students involved with the SEDA College Sports Development Program develop outside the classroom by completing a Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) one day a week throughout their time in the program. An example of this, Drew has completed his SWL working with a local primary school in the PE department.

“I’ve really discovered a love of teaching and having an impact on young kids since starting at SEDA. There’s nothing more rewarding than watching a student learn a new skill or gain the confidence to do something they haven’t done before,” Drew said.

To find out more information about SEDA College in Shepparton, register for our Virtual Information Session which will be hosted via Zoom:

Date: 7pm Monday, August 31

Register: seda.vic.edu.au/events