NEWHAVEN College is about hands-on sensory learning. Whether it be outdoor education, music lessons or a maths class, teachers are actively present ensuring each young person’s unique learning path is enriched. Newhaven’s educators are at their peak professionally, resulting in students receiving the best possible education.
With a proud academic record, many Newhaven College students go on to further education, however, the College also offers a wide range of VET subjects and unique programs to complement the school curriculum.
Some of the highlights of an education at Newhaven College include a wide range of co-curricular activities, from sports to an exceptional performing arts program. Sports include House and inter-school competitions, plus out-of-the-box opportunities such as the coveted Surfing Academy and Equestrian Team. Some of our riders and surfers have achieved extraordinary results in 2023 with National Championship wins in a range of disciplines.
The Performing Arts Wing is outstanding, with one-on-one lesson spaces, a rehearsal studio, sound rooms, collaboration spaces and the Black Box theatre. This facility, along with an exceptional music teaching team, provides a nurturing and encouraging space for music students to explore their talent.
The unique learning space of the Year 9 Environmental Centre is set away from the main College campus. Looking out over Westernport Bay, the open space and healthy atmosphere help to shape a student’s mindset. Wearing their special Year 9 ‘ranger-style’ uniforms, complete with hiking boots, students are ready to move between the classroom and outdoor activities as opportunities arise. Head of Year 9 Ric Pearce puts it perfectly, “The Environmental Centre is a busy, ever-changing place of learning. Our specialised team provide professional dedication and commitment to supporting Year 9 students as they pass through the challenges of adolescence. We are singly focused on providing the best opportunities we can, so our students thrive.”
An education at Newhaven College is grounded, well-rounded and nurturing. The result is young adults armed for their future with confidence and an open mind.