Victoria
Upper Yarra Secondary College
Upper Yarra Secondary College is nestled within the charming Yarra Valley, 65
kilometres east of Melbourne. The local area is renowned for its natural beauty and
allows international students to experience a semi-rural lifestyle. The college offers
senior students both academic studies and vocational courses. Exhilarating outdoor
education (including rock climbing, kayaking and skiing) promotes self-discipline,
challenge and leadership. Students may also enjoy hands-on hospitality and cabinet
making training at the school’s polytechnic campus.
Features of the local area
• Mount Donna Buang alpine area is popular
for snow sports
• Area abounding with natural caves and rock
climbing locations
• Nearby picturesque Yarra River parkland
Languages taught
German
Japanese
Special programs
• Established German and Japanese exchange
programs as well as a new Chinese sister
school agreement
• Senior students academic excellence program
• School bands
Intensive English Language classes
Provided through on-site language classes
Student support services and programs
• Well equipped careers resource centre
• Strong student wellbeing program
• Part-time psychologist
Extracurricular activities
• School camps at all year levels
• Outdoor education camps
Sports offered
Athletics, Australian Rules Football, Basketball,
Hockey, Soccer, Table Tennis, Volleyball
CRICOS Provider Name: Department for Education and Training Victoria
CRICOS Provider Code: 00861K
