Victoria
Thornbury High School
Located 8 kilometres from Melbourne, Thornbury High School is set amid lovely
spacious grounds. The school provides a commitment to academic excellence and
successful education outcomes. Victorian Certificate of Education studies span broad
and invigorating subject choices that result in excellent student achievements. A
blend of professional, dedicated staff, well resourced learning facilities and close ties
with several universities creates a uniquely positive learning experience. The safe
suburban neighbourhood is easily accessed by public transport.
Features of the local area
• Close to all public transport services
• Safe neighbourhood near Melbourne centre
• Near to major shopping centres
Languages taught
Chinese (Mandarin)
Indonesian
Greek
Italian
Special programs
• Accelerated and enrichment programs
• Pathways to enable students to directly
access Melbourne, RMIT and
La Trobe universities
• Established English as an Additional
Language programs
• Supervised homework program
• Extensive co-curricular program, including
music, sport, leadership, camp, debating
• Classroom assistance provided by student
teachers from University of Melbourne
Intensive English Language classes
Provided at English Language Centre located
within 5 kilometres of school
Student support services and programs
• Chinese and Vietnamese international
student program assistants
• International Student Program Coordinator
• Careers and learning pathways guidance
• Peer support program
• Pastoral care program
• Part-time psychologist and nurse and
full-time youth worker
• Supervised homework program
Extracurricular activities
• International student camp and tour program
• Award-winning music program with bands
and instrumental tuition and performance
• Annual school musical production
• Class TV student television program
• Extensive individual and team sport program
• Chess and science clubs
Sports offered
Athletics, Australian Rules Football, Basketball,
Cricket, Cross Country, Futsal, Golf, Gymnastics,
Indoor Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Minor Games,
Netball, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming,
Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball
CRICOS Provider Name: Department for Education and Training Victoria
CRICOS Provider Code: 00861K
