Yarra Ranges Tech School - Box Hill Institute

Name

Yarra Ranges Tech School - Box Hill Institute

Legal name

Yarra Ranges Tech School

Website

https://yarrarangestechschool.vic.edu.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

STEM Education Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Virtual CTE & Career Pathways Programs (K–12) (EDAJADAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Virtual & Blended Learning Programs (District-Run) (EDAJAAAI)

Keywords

• STEM education programs
• Secondary school technology
• VCE vocational training
• Government funded education
• Industry partnership programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Lilydale

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: All programs are fully funded by the Victorian State Government through the Tech Schools initiative. No costs are charged to partner schools or students.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Yarra Ranges Tech School delivers hands-on STEM and vocational education programs for Years 7-12 and VCE/VM students from partner secondary schools in the Yarra Ranges region. Programs are delivered on-site at the Lilydale Lakeside Campus and cover areas such as renewable energy, robotics, AI/VR art, forensics, VCE chemistry and biology, game design, smart farming, and entrepreneurship, all fully funded by the Victorian State Government at no cost to partner schools or students.

Product overview

Yarra Ranges Tech School is an educational institution operated by Box Hill Institute at the Lilydale Lakeside Campus, fully funded by the Victorian State Government, offering a comprehensive portfolio of STEM and vocational programs for students from Years 7-12 and VCE/VM levels. The product portfolio is organized as a unified platform of hands-on educational programs spanning multiple curriculum areas including Digital Technologies (Game Design, Flipped Robotics, Forensics), Design & Technology (3D Printing and Fusion 360, Smart Energy Systems & Robotics, Clean Energies), Science (Body Systems, VCE Biology programs, VCE Chemistry programs using HPLC equipment), The Arts (AI & VR Art in Space, Future You, Podcasting), Humanities and Commerce (Introduction to Entrepreneurship, AI and E-Commerce, Best Buys), Mathematics (Enrichment Maths Maze, Future Transport), Health & Physical Education (Sports Science), and VCE VM programs (VM WRS Manufacturing, VM WRS Agriculture, Energy Scout). Each program functions as a distinct educational product offering, with many incorporating advanced technologies such as AI tools (generative AI for images and text, machine learning for robotics), VR/AR experiences, robotics, HPLC instrumentation, 3D printing, and industry-standard software like Fusion 360 and Unreal Engine. The school also provides AI Professional Development for Educators as a separate service offering. Programs are designed to develop enterprise skills alongside STEAM competencies, connecting students to real-world industry challenges through practical projects and partnerships with local businesses and organizations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Clean Energies STEM program for Years 7-12 students exploring renewable energy technologies including solar, wind, hydroelectricity, hydrogen, and biofuels, where students design and construct renewable energy solutions using CAD tools, 3D printing, and electrolysers.
• Introduction to Entrepreneurship One-day immersive business program for up to 75 students that develops entrepreneurial skills through team-based design challenges, pitch preparation, Business Model Canvas, and marketplace simulation, including creation of logos, posters, stickers, and product jingles.
• Forensics Escape-room style forensic investigation program where students work in teams to solve the sabotage of a clean energy facility using DNA testing, chemical analysis, digital forensics, and robots.
• AI & VR Art: in Space Innovative program for Years 7-10 Visual Art and VCE VCD students where they design virtual art exhibitions in space using AI tools for generating/refining digital artworks and VR software for building interactive 3D environments and virtual reality art installations.
• AI and E-Commerce Business simulation program where students create virtual products using AI-assisted CAD tools and digital design software, build e-commerce storefronts, calculate profit margins, and explore generative AI in commerce.
• 3D Printing and Fusion 360 Computer-aided design program where students master Fusion 360 skills including sketching, projection, extrusion, lofting, and revolving to transform product ideas into digital models for 3D printing.
• Flipped Robotics Three-visit competitive robotics program for Years 7-10 Design & Technologies students where they collaborate with industry mentors, design and build robots for VEX Robotics Competition, and incorporate sensor data into decision-making processes.
• Enrichment – Maths Maze High-energy robotics challenge where students apply geometry, logic, coding, and machine learning to guide robots through mazes with autonomous decision-making capabilities including road sign and vehicle recognition.
• VCE Chemistry – Detecting Parabens Chemistry program using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) where students prepare paraben standards, generate calibration curves, and analyse real cosmetic samples for preservative chemistry.
• VCE Chemistry – Analysing Caffeine Chemistry program where students analyse caffeine content in drinks using HPLC, prepare caffeine standards with micropipettes, interpret chromatograms, and construct calibration curves using Excel.
• VCE Chemistry – Medicinal Chemistry Analytical chemistry program where VCE Chemistry students explore over-the-counter pain relief medications using HPLC to identify active ingredients and interpret real-world pharmaceutical data.
• VCE Biology – Unlocking CRISPR Genome editing program where students explore CRISPR/Cas9 technology through hands-on experimentation, program Cas9 to target DNA sequences, and analyse results using gel electrophoresis.
• VCE Biology – Exploring Inheritance Genetics program where students diagnose hereditary disease using micropipettes and gel electrophoresis, constructing and modifying pedigrees based on genetic testing data aligned with VCE Biology Unit 2.
• VCE Biology – Exploring Evolution Evolutionary biology program in partnership with Healesville Sanctuary where students investigate genetic diversity in Leadbeater possum populations using micropipettes and gel electrophoresis to construct phylogenetic trees.
• Body Systems Human biology program for up to 100 students where they explore body systems through interactive 3D models and virtual reality anatomy, measure vital signs, and participate in CPR and emergency response simulation using Ambulance Victoria's simulation game.
• Game Design Game development program where students create 2D platformer or first-person experiences using Unreal Engine, covering level design, environment and props creation, character development, and storytelling.
• Future Transport Transport technology program for Years 7-10 Mathematics where students design and program autonomous vehicles, plan drone delivery routes, and experiment with AI-driven decision-making to improve transport safety and efficiency.
• VM WRS – Manufacturing Flexible 3-6 day VCE VM Work Related Skills program for up to 25 students exploring manufacturing through industry tours, VR safety simulation, 3D design and printing, AI programming, and enterprise skills with a final pitch presentation.
• VM WRS – Agriculture Hands-on VCE VM program exploring innovation in agriculture, clean energy, and enterprise through industry tours, AI applications, soil testing, virtual rooftop farming, and developing marketable agri-tourism solutions.
• Sports Science Sports technology program where students test, train, and track performance using timing gates, force jump plates, Rox Pro, VR training systems, heart rate monitors, and CPR manikins while exploring sports science and biomechanics.
• Smart Farming Two-day agricultural technology program exploring smart sensors, livestock monitoring, automated harvesting, drone flight planning, and coding for data visualisation to prototype solutions for agricultural challenges.
• Energy Scout Sustainability program where students tour Yarra Valley Water's Food Waste to Energy facility via VR and use Unitree GO2 robot dogs to survey local renewable energy sites for infrastructure monitoring.
• Renewable Futures Renewable energy design program where students design, build, and optimise miniature energy systems integrating solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage, culminating in a smart city design challenge with optional Day 2 for prototyping smart homes.
• Smart Energy Systems & Robotics Clean energy and automation program where students design, build, and program solar tracking systems integrating robotics, sensors, and control algorithms with solar-tracking robot competition.
• Enrichment – English Storyboarding Creative storytelling program where students recreate stories using professional storyboarding techniques with graphic tablets, green screen, video editing software, and illustration programs, culminating in a movie premiere.
• Podcasting (Off-Site) Media production program where students plan, produce, and publish short podcasts using a fully-equipped mobile podcasting studio, developing skills in audio recording, editing, graphic design, and digital storytelling.
• Best Buys Agricultural business program covering digital urban farm management, pop-up restaurant operations, and programming autonomous delivery vehicles using block coding to explore food industry supply chain technology.
• Future You Identity and design program where students explore self-expression through graphic and product design using industry-standard tools, creating logos, posters, and wearable designs with heat press technology and AI-generation.
• AI Professional Development for Educators Professional development workshops for educators covering AI for assessment design, prompt engineering, image generation, and robotics coding, with ethical frameworks for integrating AI into classrooms. Delivered on-site and at external conferences including DATTA Vic.

Quantifiable outcome

• Programs aligned with Victorian Curriculum 2.0 and Australian Curriculum v9
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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AI capability12 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

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

• Box Hill InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBox Hill Institute is the parent organization hosting the Yarra Ranges Tech School at its Lilydale Lakeside Campus. The Tech School draws on Box Hill Institute facilities and stakeholders.
• ANCA CNC MachinesmajorTechnology or IntegrationANCA CNC Machines is a global leader in design and manufacture of high-precision CNC grinding machines. Provides industry context for advanced manufacturing programs.
• Melbourne WatermajorTechnology or IntegrationMelbourne Water is a statutory authority managing metropolitan Melbourne's water systems. Partners to provide real-world context for environmental and sustainability programs.
• Red Rich FruitsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFamily-owned Australian agribusiness founded in 1948 growing, packing, marketing and exporting premium fresh fruit. Provides agricultural industry context for agri-tech programs.
• Trajan Scientific and MedicalmajorTechnology or IntegrationMelbourne-based company designing, manufacturing and distributing high-precision analytical and life science solutions. Supports analytical chemistry and science programs.
• Ball AustraliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading supplier of horticultural products with national distribution of quality seeds. Supports agricultural and environmental programs.
• Specialty TreesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAustralian nursery specialising in high-quality landscaping trees with over 320 varieties. Supports horticulture and environmental programs.
• Power PlantsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDynamic company dedicated to meeting needs of the evolving horticultural industry with focus on sustainable horticulture throughout Australia.
• Agribusiness Yarra ValleyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional agribusiness forum dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture across Yarra Ranges through collaborative projects with growers, industry, and government.
• Ambulance VictoriamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVictoria's emergency medical service providing urgent care and patient transport. Provides simulation game for CPR and emergency response training in Body Systems program.
• Scouts VictoriaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVictorian branch of Scouts Australia supporting youth members and adult volunteers. Community partner for youth development programs.
• Lilydale High SchoolcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCo-educational government secondary school established in 1919 serving Years 7-12 students. One of 20 partner schools sending students to Tech School programs.
• Healesville SanctuarymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWildlife sanctuary partnered for VCE Biology programs investigating genetic diversity and evolutionary relationships in local Leadbeater possum populations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Whittlesea Tech School: Victorian Tech School providing secondary school STEM programs under the same government funding model with comparable curriculum and partnership structures.
• Monash Tech School: Another Tech School in the Victorian Government's network, providing hands-on STEM programs to partner secondary schools with similar industry partnership models and Victorian Curriculum alignment.
• Banyule Nillumbik Tech School: Peer Victorian Tech School offering similar STEM programs to Years 7-12 students with industry partnerships, operating under the same Victorian Government Tech Schools initiative.
• Geelong Tech School: Peer Victorian Tech School delivering hands-on STEM programs to secondary students in the Geelong region with the same government funding model and curriculum framework.
• Gippsland Tech School: Regional Victorian Tech School serving Years 7-12 students in the Gippsland region with comparable industry-partnered STEM programs under the same government funding model.
• Casey Tech School: Victorian Tech School serving secondary students in the Casey region with comparable STEM program portfolios, government funding, and Box Hill Institute-style operational structures.
• Outer Eastern Tech School: Adjacent Victorian Tech School delivering STEM programs to partner secondary schools with similar curriculum focus on enterprise skills, advanced technology, and industry integration.

Broad incumbents

• CSIRO Education and Outreach: Australia's national science agency running STEM education programs for secondary students including work experience, research placement, and curriculum-aligned initiatives across Australia.
• Box Hill Institute: Parent TAFE institution that operates Yarra Ranges Tech School and provides broader vocational and higher education programs including the facilities and infrastructure that host the Tech School.

Regional players

• Academy of Information Technology (AIT): Australian private provider offering specialist secondary and post-secondary STEM programs including game development, IT, and design — comparable in delivering specialized technology education to secondary-aged students.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/yarra-ranges-tech-school

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