Gisborne Secondary College

Name

Gisborne Secondary College

Legal name

Gisborne Secondary College

Website

https://gisbornesc.vic.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Middle Schools (EDAJAAAC)

Keywords

• Secondary education
• Victorian Certificate of Education
• Vocational education training
• Instrumental music lessons
• Wellbeing and inclusion programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Gisborne

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Parent Contributions: Voluntary financial contributions from parents under three categories: Curriculum Contributions (for curriculum items and activities), Other Contributions (for non-curricular items), and Extra-curricular items and activities (user-pays basis). Schools provide free instruction to fulfil Victorian Curriculum.
2. Facility Hire: Barcham Theatre and other facilities available for hire to schools, early childhood centres, local organisations, not-for-profit entities, and corporate/commercial organisations. Full day hire $1000, evening performance $500, rehearsal block $300, casual theatre hire $50/hour.
3. Instrumental Music Program: Semester-based instrumental lessons: $300 for 30-minute individual lessons, $200 for group lessons, $150 for instrument hire. Additional costs for consumables and exam fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Gisborne Secondary College is a government secondary school (Years 7-12) delivering Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with over 50 courses, VCE-Vocational Major (VCE-VM), and Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs, alongside Junior School programs (RAID, Aspire, VHAP) and supporting services such as instrumental music lessons, wellbeing and inclusion support, BYOD licensing, and facility hire of the Barcham Theatre and Stadium.

Product overview

Gisborne Secondary College is a single-campus, coeducational state school with over 1200 students offering a comprehensive educational program across Junior School (Years 7-9) and Senior School (Years 10-12). The core academic offerings include the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with over 50 courses, the VCE-Vocational Major (VCE-VM), and VET programs. The Junior School operates through purpose-built Learning Centres for Years 7-8 with a structured curriculum, while Year 9 features the distinctive RAID program (Respect, Achievement, Innovation, Diversity) combining weekly off-campus community experiences. High-ability students are served through the Aspire Program, Victorian High Ability Program (VHAP), and Victorian Challenge & Enrichment Series. The college provides extensive extracurricular programs including Instrumental Music lessons (with ensemble groups), Performing Arts with annual productions, Visual Arts, and over 15 student clubs. Specialised support services include Wellbeing Team (counselling, psychology, mental health), Koori Support, Inclusion Centre, and MYLNS literacy/numeracy support. Facilities include the 218-seat Barcham Theatre and The Stadium for hire to the community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Two-year senior secondary certificate for Years 11-12 students providing pathways to university, TAFE, and employment. Over 50 different VCE courses are offered.
• VCE-VM (Vocational Major) Senior secondary certificate for Years 11-12 students seeking a vocational pathway, combining practical work-related experience with literacy/numeracy skills and VET course completion.
• VET (Vocational Education and Training) Hands-on vocational education integrated into VCE or VCE-VM programs, providing practical skills directly related to employment.
• RAID Program (Year 9) Year 9 program named after school values (Respect, Achievement, Innovation, Diversity). Weekly sessions featuring off-campus activities including city experiences, community projects, enterprise opportunities, and outdoor education.
• Junior School Learning Centres (Years 7-8) Purpose-built learning centres for Years 7-8 providing structured transition support with core curriculum including English, Mathematics, Languages, Humanities, and Visual Arts. Designed to help students develop enduring relationships with teachers.
• Aspire Program Year 7 enrichment program for high-ability students who demonstrate passion for learning and academic strengths. Students engage with rigorous coursework and collaborative enrichment projects.
• Victorian High Ability Program (VHAP) State government initiative for Year 7/8 students providing 10-week online extension programs in English and Mathematics, delivered by Virtual School Victoria, with local area face-to-face masterclasses.
• Victorian Challenge & Enrichment Series Series of funded extension activities across all curriculum areas for Years 7-12 high-ability students, coordinated through the Student Excellence Program.
• Head Start Program School-based apprenticeship and traineeship pathway allowing students to undertake SBAT while progressing towards Year 12, including workplace training, TAFE attendance, and individualised timetables.
• Instrumental Music Program Comprehensive music program offering semester-based individual and group lessons on instruments including voice, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, violin, cello, piano, guitar, bass guitar, and drums. Includes ensemble participation (Production Band, Vocal Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Junior/Senior Band). Lessons priced at $300/semester for individual 30-minute lessons and $200/semester for group lessons, with instrument hire at $150/semester.
• Performing Arts Program Program covering Dance, Drama, and Music subjects, with annual school productions performed in the Barcham Theatre. Includes participation in Victorian State Schools Spectacular dance and choir teams.
• Visual Arts Program Visual arts subjects including Ceramics, Visual Art, Media, Visual Communication Design, and Digital Photography offered from Years 7-12.
• Barcham Theatre Hire State-of-the-art 218-seat theatre with 307 sqm stage, DMX lighting, JBL speakers, green room, and rehearsal studio available for hire to schools, organisations, and commercial enterprises. Pricing: $1,000 full day, $500 evening performance, $300 rehearsal block, $50/hour casual (max $400).
• The Stadium Facility Hire Double-court competition-grade sports facility with basketball and netball courts, meeting rooms, seating, and kitchen facilities available for community hire via Macedon Ranges Shire Council.
• BYOD Program Bring Your Own Device program with supported devices (Apple MacBooks with OSX 10.11+, Windows laptops with Core i3+, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD). Preferred supplier EduNet via technologyportal.com.au with 4-year accidental damage and warranty coverage. Office 365 and Adobe Creative Suite are licensed and supplied free by the college.
• Wellbeing Team Services Integrated student wellbeing support including School Counsellor, Mental Health Practitioner, Psychologist (via Medicare), AOD counsellor, and First Nations Support Coordinator. Programs include Respectful Relationships, Pride Crew, Peer Support, and Live4Life.
• Koori Support Program Dedicated Koori Support person for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, providing advocacy, family support, cultural activities, and connection to community organisations.
• Inclusion Centre / PSD Program Support for students with diverse learning needs through the Program for Students with Disabilities, offering classroom support, life skills, driver education, and workplace transition assistance.
• MYLNS Support (Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy) Additional teaching support for students at risk of finishing without required literacy/numeracy skills, delivered by three dedicated MYLNS specialists based on teacher recommendation and NAPLAN data.
• Sports and Physical Education Program PE classes for Years 7-9 with senior options in Health, Physical Education, Outdoor Education (VCE), and VET Sport and Recreation. Includes house activities and interschool sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Netball, Soccer, Volleyball, Badminton, and AFL.
• Year 7 Adventure Camp Term 1 camp at Roses Gap Adventure Camp in The Grampians developing independence, resilience, communication, and teamwork skills for incoming Year 7 students.
• Student Enrichment Activities and Clubs Range of opt-in student clubs and competitions including Medieval Fencing, Art Club, Chess Club, Maths Club, STEM Science Club, Warhammer Club, Drumming Club, Vocal Ensemble, and Australian Science Olympiads.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration15 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Respectful RelationshipscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGSC is a lead school in the Respectful Relationships program which promotes and models respect, positive attitudes and behaviours with a whole-school approach. It teaches students how to build healthy relationships, resilience and confidence.
• Live4LifecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Macedon Ranges Shire Council as lead agency, with GSC as one of five secondary schools in the Macedon Ranges working to improve youth mental health.
• HeadspacecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeadspace provides training and education to build mental health literacy and resilience in the school community, supporting students experiencing mental health issues and providing referral pathways to GPs and mental health clinicians.
• Safe SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVictorian Government program providing professional development and training for secondary school teachers and helping schools foster a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTI students.
• Teen Mental HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMacedon Ranges Shire Council provides youth mental health training for school staff and parents free of charge through the Teen Mental Health program.
• Macedon Ranges Health (MRH) Youth CliniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMRH Youth Clinic provides mental, sexual and general physical health services offering confidential and safe setting for young people 12-25 years. College refers students as needed where they are seen by a nurse and GP.
• Macedon Ranges Shire CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCouncil partnered through RAID program for community projects and Teen Mental Health training. Students engage in council-related community service activities.
• Sunbury CoachesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOperates Gisborne Transit bus service covering local area for students within 4.8km boundary who are ineligible for free school bus travel.
• Campion Education BooksellersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArrangement with Campion for families to purchase textbooks required on booklists, with delivery directly to homes.
• Office NationalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStationery supplier through Office National portal for direct ordering and delivery or pickup arrangements.
• AMEB/ANZCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMusic examination boards for AMEB or ANZCA exams in Music Performance or Music Theory/Musicianship that students are encouraged to enter.
• Macedon Ranges Shire Council (The Stadium)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Stadium facility (double-court competition grade sports facility) managed by Macedon Ranges Shire Council and available for community hire.

Scale indicators7 records

Regional players

• Ballarat High School: Regional Victorian state secondary school of similar scale and curriculum structure; comparable in regional context and a useful benchmark for GSC's regional positioning in the Macedon Ranges.
• Bendigo Senior Secondary College: Large regional Victorian Year 11-12 senior secondary college with extensive VCE/VET offerings; comparable as a regional benchmark for senior program breadth and pathways focus.

Others

• Compass Education: SaaS provider of the student/parent portal infrastructure that GSC uses; an ecosystem partner rather than a competitor, but materially shapes how GSC delivers its service.

Direct peers

• Koonung Secondary College: Public secondary college in eastern metropolitan Melbourne with a comparable coeducational model, VCE pathway focus and community-hire facility footprint.
• Box Hill High School: Victorian state secondary school with comparable Year 7-12 structure, broad VCE offering and significant international student intake, making it a direct comparator on curriculum and revenue mix.
• McKinnon Secondary College: Large coeducational Victorian state secondary college (Years 7-12) with comparable scale and curriculum breadth; serves a similar metropolitan/regional student base and competes with GSC for out-of-zone enrolments.
• Glen Waverley Secondary College: High-performing Victorian state secondary college of similar size and VCE breadth; both schools serve large Year 7-12 cohorts and compete for academic reputation and feeder enrolments.
• Camberwell High School: Established Victorian state secondary school with a comparable academic profile and breadth of programs; competes with GSC for families seeking strong VCE outcomes in a public setting.

Broad incumbents

• Balwyn High School: Large, high-ATAR Victorian state secondary school; broader reputation across Melbourne gives it incumbent status in the segment where GSC is also competing for out-of-zone enrolments.

Emerging players

• Virtual School Victoria: State-run online education provider that already delivers the Victorian High Ability Program extension to GSC students; an emerging/alternative delivery model that intersects with GSC's extension offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

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