Woodcroft College

At Woodcroft College we exist to shape well-balanced, successful young people. We encourage our students to explore and understand their potential. We teach kindness and generosity to ensure that when our students leave us, they understand how the world works, how they can be part of it, how they can create change and always work to be the best they can be. We want our students to be comfortable in their own skin, to express themselves and celebrate what makes them unique.

There is a tangible sense of warmth and belonging at Woodcroft, it is a place where our students can be entirely comfortable; where they feel safe and happy in an inclusive and family-oriented environment. We love the authenticity of our students. We appreciate their openness, their acceptance of diversity, their willingness to speak up, to seek out fairness and to show kindness to others.

Our vision rests on respect for the individual and the pursuit of excellence. We know that young people learn best when they feel supported. We focus on balancing a high level of support with high expectations.

At Woodcroft, we don’t just teach students, we create conditions under which high quality teaching and learning thrives. We place value on the development of both character and intellect. We are proud to develop our students as people and as learners.

We expect your child’s relationships with peers and teachers to be marked by positive engagement. We expect a willingness to work through challenges and overcome obstacles.

Preparing your child for the future is the best gift we can give. To create a path to a life of purpose and positive contribution. To send them out into the world with a passion for learning, to feel courageous about making and learning from mistakes, and to have compassion and empathy.

We create an environment where staff, students – and their parents – feel a strong sense of belonging. Because we know that a sense of belonging is deeply important to emotional health and personal wellbeing. We form genuine partnerships. Because we are committed to deliver the best outcomes for all members of our community.

We offer a balanced curriculum and co-curriculum designed to uncover and nurture our students’ strengths. Ours is not a curriculum obsessed with ATAR and score cards. Woodcroft is a modern school – young, energetic and future-focused. We are not shackled by the burden of history and tradition. We are creating our future.

And very importantly, Woodcroft College is right-sized. Not too big, not too small. Just right. Our goal will never be growth for growth’s sake. We will maintain the number of students and classes at each year level to support strong, social relationships and real connections.