Lake Tuggeranong College

What Lake Tuggeranong College does

Lake Tuggeranong College (LTC) is a public senior secondary college located on Cowlishaw Street in Tuggeranong, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. Operating under the ACT Education Directorate, it delivers the final two years of secondary schooling (Years 11 and 12) to students primarily from 11 defined priority-enrolment suburbs and designated NSW residents who enrol via the ACT Education Directorate. The college offers more than 50 BSSS-accredited courses across 12 learning areas — Design and Technology, English, Humanities, Information Technology, Languages, Mathematics, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Professional Services, Science, Trades and Service, and Visual Arts — together with a separate vocational pathway delivered through its wholly owned Registered Training Organisation ACTIVE Tuggeranong (RTO 88000), which issues nationally recognised Certificate I–III qualifications and supports Australian School-Based Apprenticeships from the on-campus Tuggeranong Trade Training Centre.

Operational technology is provided by third-party vendors rather than developed in-house. Sentral handles electronic roll-marking and attendance, with automated absence alerts to families; the Parent Portal and Sentral for Parents mobile app expose academic reports, interview booking, push notifications, calendars and the SentralPay payment platform; iCalendar feeds sync with Microsoft Outlook and Google Calendar; and staff use Office 365 email under the Directorate's tenancy. Curriculum and student support are delivered through a documented leadership structure including Principal David Briggs, two Deputy Principals covering Curriculum/VET and Student Wellbeing, Faculty Executives for each learning area, Year 11 and Year 12 advisors, an RTO Manager, Business Manager, in-house psychologist and social worker, and a Diversity and Inclusion lead.

The college has no commercial revenue stream. It is funded primarily through ACT Government education funding with no tuition fees charged; parental contributions of AUD $150 per year are voluntary and explicitly cannot be used to deny services under the Education Act 2004. Year 11 students contribute AUD $80 for materials and resources, and some consumable-based courses carry additional fees. Distribution is via the ACT public school enrollment system, with marketing conducted through the college website, social media (Facebook, Instagram), an LTC Blog newsletter, an alumni group, an annual Information Evening, and the annual prospectus.

Name

Lake Tuggeranong College

Legal name

Lake Tuggeranong College

Website

https://ltc.act.edu.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lake Tuggeranong College is a public ACT Government senior secondary college (Years 11-12) in Tuggeranong, Canberra, delivering BSSS-accredited academic courses across 12 learning areas plus nationally recognised VET qualifications through ACTIVE Tuggeranong (RTO 88000). It serves students from 11 priority ACT suburbs and designated NSW residents, funded by the ACT Education Directorate.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Secondary Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (61121), Technical and Trade Schools (61151)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE)

Keywords

• Senior secondary education
• Vocational education training
• Academic curriculum
• School-based apprenticeships
• Student wellbeing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Tuggeranong

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: As an ACT public school, the college is primarily funded through ACT Government education funding. No tuition fees are charged.
2. Voluntary Parental Contributions: Voluntary parental contribution of $150 per year requested for resources that enhance teaching-learning environment. Year 11 students also pay $80 materials and resources contribution. Additional course-specific costs may apply for consumable-based courses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Lake Tuggeranong College is a public senior secondary college (Years 11-12) in Tuggeranong, Canberra, delivering BSSS-accredited academic courses across 12 learning areas (English, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, IT, Languages, Arts, PE, Design & Technology, Trades & Services, Professional Services, Performing Arts and Visual Arts) along with nationally recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) certificates through its on-campus Registered Training Organisation, ACTIVE Tuggeranong (RTO 88000), and the Tuggeranong Trade Training Centre. The college awards the ACT Senior Secondary Certificate, Tertiary Entrance Statement, ATAR and vocational credentials, and supports students through career counselling, Australian School-Based Apprenticeships (ASBA), work experience, and on-site wellbeing services.

Product overview

Lake Tuggeranong College is a public senior secondary college offering ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS) accredited courses. The college provides a comprehensive academic program across 12 learning areas including Design & Technology, English, Humanities, Information Technology, Languages, Mathematics, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Professional Services, Science, Trades & Service, and Visual Arts. Additionally, the college delivers Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs through ACTIVE Tuggeranong (RTO 88000), including certificates in Automotive Technology, Business Services, Construction Pathways, and Information Technology, along with Australian School-Based Apprenticeships. Student and parent engagement is facilitated through the Sentral platform for attendance management, Parent Portal for school-home communication, and Digital Backpack for student resources. The college operates the Tuggeranong Trade Training Centre providing hands-on vocational training facilities.

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Products and services

• Academic Curriculum (12 Learning Areas) BSSS-accredited academic program spanning Design & Technology, English, Humanities, Information Technology, Languages, Mathematics, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Professional Services, Science, Trades & Service, and Visual Arts. Delivered to Year 11-12 students at Lake Tuggeranong College, leading to the ACT Senior Secondary Certificate, Record of Achievement, Tertiary Entrance Statement, and ATAR.
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) Nationally recognised VET qualifications (Certificate I-III) delivered through ACTIVE Tuggeranong (RTO 88000) covering Automotive Technology, Business Services, Construction Pathways, and Information Technology, with embedded Australian School-Based Apprenticeships (ASBA). Designed for Year 11-12 students seeking vocational pathways, employment-ready skills, and industry connections.
• ACT Senior Secondary Certificate and Tertiary Entrance Statement Formal qualifications awarded to graduating students, including the ACT Senior Secondary Certificate, Record of Achievement, Tertiary Entrance Statement, and ATAR derived from the ACT Scaling Test (AST). Recognised by all Australian universities for tertiary admission.
• Student Wellbeing and Support Services On-site pastoral and wellbeing services delivered by a Psychologist, Social Worker, Diversity and Inclusion Student Leadership Committee lead, and Year-level Student Advisors, supporting enrolled students and their families.
• Careers and Transitions Service Career counselling, work experience coordination, and transition planning for students entering university, vocational training, or employment, including coordination of Australian School-Based Apprenticeships (ASBA).

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCourses at Lake Tuggeranong College are accredited by the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS). Students may be issued the ACT Senior Secondary Certificate and Record of Achievement, Tertiary Entrance Statement, and Statement of Achievement through BSSS.
• ACTIVE Tuggeranong (RTO 88000)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLake Tuggeranong College operates as a Registered Training Organisation under ACTIVE Tuggeranong (RTO 88000), offering and delivering Vocational Education courses that issue nationally recognised qualifications through the BSSS.
• Tuggeranong Trade Training CentremajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Tuggeranong Trade Training Centre is located at Lake Tuggeranong College and provides purpose-built training facilities for students looking to pursue vocational pathways and establish industry connections.
• SentralcoreTechnology or IntegrationSentral application used for electronic roll-marking and attendance tracking. Parents can access attendance information through Sentral for Parents app.
• Transport ACTminorOthersTransport ACT provides public transport information specific to Lake Tuggeranong College, including route information packs, accessible via their website or by calling 13 17 10.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Radford College: Major private Anglican K-12 school in Canberra offering senior secondary years with ATAR pathway. Comparable Years 11-12 offering to fee-paying families in the same ACT market.
• Canberra Grammar School: Large private K-12 school in Canberra with a strong senior secondary cohort. Competes for the same families seeking Years 11-12 in the ACT region, though operating on a fee-paying independent model.
• St Clare's College: Catholic systemic senior secondary college (Years 11-12) in Canberra, ACT, accredited by BSSS. Directly comparable faith-based alternative competing for the same senior secondary cohort.
• Dickson College: Public senior secondary college (Years 11-12) in Canberra, ACT, accredited by BSSS. Direct peer offering the same ACT Senior Secondary Certificate and ATAR pathway to a comparable urban ACT catchment.
• Gungahlin College: Public senior secondary college (Years 11-12) serving Gungahlin and North Canberra, ACT. Comparable BSSS-accredited ATAR/VET offering competing for the same ACT Year 10 cohort.
• Merici College: Catholic senior secondary college (Years 11-12) in Canberra, ACT, BSSS-accredited. Comparable faith-based alternative offering ATAR and vocational pathways in the same ACT market.
• Copland College: Public senior secondary college (Years 11-12) in Canberra, ACT, accredited by BSSS. Direct competitor for ACT Year 10 graduates, offering ATAR and vocational pathways through BSSS accreditation.
• Narrabundah College: Public senior secondary college (Years 11-12) in Canberra, ACT, accredited by BSSS. Directly comparable to Lake Tuggeranong College as one of the four major ACT public senior secondary colleges offering ATAR and VET pathways to a similar catchment.

Regional players

• TAFE NSW: Large public vocational education provider in NSW, relevant because Lake Tuggeranong College draws NSW residents via the designated pathway school arrangement. TAFE NSW is the primary cross-border vocational alternative for Tuggeranong-region families.

Broad incumbents

• Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT): ACT's primary public vocational education provider, operating multiple campuses and a broad RTO offering Certificate I-IV, diploma, and degree pathways. Comparable as the larger public VET competitor in the ACT region, though focused on post-Year-12 and adult learners rather than senior secondary.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/laketuggeranongcollege
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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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