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Hospitality Club: Building Skills for Life

Hospitality Club: Building Skills for Life

Mrs Lee Olney (Head of Food Studies Faculty)

Combining practical hospitality skills with real-world, fun experiences, the supportive environment Hospitality Club offers many of our students is just an additional opportunity for our students to connect. Teamwork, interpersonal skills and working under sometimes responsive, fast-paced organisational conditions does a great deal to prepare students for life in the working world. Read More

ACS Public Speaking

ACS Public Speaking

Mr Chris Graham (Assistant Principal - Secondary)

The ACS Public Speaking Competition allowed our students to connect with an audience while growing their skills in a competitive environment. As a College we are all very proud of the three students who represented Aitken. Read More

House Activities Offers Engagement

House Activities Offers Engagement

Mr Tom Marks (Primary House Activities Coordinator)

Building school spirit, developing student leadership and creating meaningful connections across year levels are just some of the benefits of our Primary House Activities. Read about just some of the opportunities for students to connect and strengthen a sense of belonging that makes our Aitken school community so special. Read More

Schools Tree Planting Week

Schools Tree Planting Week

Mr Dwayne Ganci (Head of Sustainability & Agriculture)

Held in conjunction with National Tree Day, the College recently took part in Australia's largest tree planting and nature protection event. A range of activities took place, with students from across the College participating in planting a variety of indigenous shrubs and flowering plants across several environmental projects to help increase our biodiversity while providing authentic learning opportunities. Read More

Welcoming Back Our Alumni

Welcoming Back Our Alumni

Ms Jo Miles & Mrs Hope de Sousa (Careers Advisors)

Meaningful careers grow from curiosity, courage and staying open to possibility. The stories shared by five Alumni, show that there is no single right path - only the one that feels right for you. Read all about what they have in the decade or more since leaving Aitken College. Read More

STEAM Talks with Dr Nee Edirisinghe

STEAM Talks with Dr Nee Edirisinghe

Dr Kshitija Dhuna (STEAM Coordinator)

Each month, one of our STEAM ambassadors interviews a professional who has dedicated their career to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts or Mathematics.  This month, Hannah M sits down with Dr Nee Edirisinghe - RMIT biomedical scientist, award-winning science communicator, and researcher. Read More

Humanities: One of the most diverse and dynamic learning areas at our College

Humanities: One of the most diverse and dynamic learning areas at our College

Mrs Gabriella Raponi (Head of Humanities Faculty)

Humanities helps students understand the people, places, systems and events that shape our world. Through inquiry, investigation and critical thinking, students learn to analyse evidence, solve problems, evaluate different perspectives and make informed decisions about the complex issues facing society today. Read More

Caring for their own wellbeing enables teachers to better care for their students

Caring for their own wellbeing enables teachers to better care for their students

Mr James Phillips (Executive Director of People and Culture)

As an education community, Aitken College provides our staff with the latest knowledge and educational practices to enable them to in turn, be the best professionals they can for our students. We know that excellent education is underpinned by positive wellbeing. Read More

College Musical The Wedding Singer

College Musical The Wedding Singer

Mr Jevon Scandrett (Head of Performing Arts Faculty)

The College Musical brings together students, staff and family members like no other event throughout the school year. The Wedding Singer promises audiences a fun-filled evening of laughter, romance and iconic 1980s hits. This production is a celebration of the remarkable talent, creativity and community spirit that define our College. Read More

Supporting Every Student to Flourish: A New Chapter in Wellbeing at Aitken College

Supporting Every Student to Flourish: A New Chapter in Wellbeing at Aitken College

Ms Natasha Rae (Director of Wellbeing)

Every student can be their best in the world, for their world. However, young people do not reach their potential alone. It takes caring and committed adults working together around them. Read More

Term Two Highlights from our Secondary School

Term Two Highlights from our Secondary School

Mr Chris Graham (Assistant Principal - Secondary)

Term 2 has concluded with Year 10 and 11 mid-year exams and the VCE GAT Exam. Along with the exams, a vast array of learning experiences were on offer to our students in the Secondary School. Enjoy just a small taste of all the amazing things our students have been involved in. Read More

Term Two Highlights from our Primary School

Term Two Highlights from our Primary School

Mrs Leanne Schulz (Assistant Principal - Primary)

Term 2 has been a vibrant and engaging time in the Primary School, filled with rich learning experiences, exciting events, and wonderful growth for our students. Across all year levels, students have participated in a range of incursions, excursions, and House activities that have supported both their academic and social development. Read More

Play As Learning

Play As Learning

Ms Felicity Donohue (Deputy Head of Primary - PYP)

Students learn best when they are actively involved in meaningful, relevant and engaging experiences. When home and school working together, students to discover who they are and how they learn. Read More

Structured Workplace Learning

Structured Workplace Learning

Mrs Jenny Lilley (Head of Faculty - Vocational Major)

Understanding the possibilities for future career possibilities is explored through VCE Vocational Major, Structured Workplace Learning. Read More

STEAM Talks with Maryam Moghadam

STEAM Talks with Maryam Moghadam

Dr Kshitija Dhuna (STEAM Coordinator)

Each month, one of our STEAM ambassadors interviews a professional who has dedicated their career to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts or Mathematics. This month, Sibella C is in conversation with our Workshop Technician and Freelance Designer, Maryam Moghadam. Read More

Reports Only Form Part of the Picture

Reports Only Form Part of the Picture

Ms Megan Lutton (Deputy Head of Secondary - Curriculum)

While end of semester reports will give some idea of a student's progress, it is not everything. School is also where students learn who they are and how they choose to interact alongside others. And that cannot be tested but deserves praise and acknowledgement. Read More

Inclusive Experiences Helping Students Learn, Grow and Succeed

Inclusive Experiences Helping Students Learn, Grow and Succeed

Mrs Josie Russo (Primary) and Mrs Sumiran Jyot (Secondary): Heads of Learning Support

Valuing student agency is a key component of individual learning support, encouraging and allowing students to participate on the same basis as their peers. Students from Prep to Year 12 can access additional assistance that focus on their strengths and needs, through our dedicated Learning Support Teams. Read More

Year 9 Cultural Experience in Central Australia

Year 9 Cultural Experience in Central Australia

Mr Nathan Johnson (Head of Year 9)

The Year 9 trip to Central Australia was an incredibly rewarding experience, providing students with valuable life skills, a deeper cultural understanding, and a sense of accomplishment that will stay with them well beyond their school years. Read More

Religion and World Views: Pilot Program

Religion and World Views: Pilot Program

Mrs Anne Zugan (Head of Faculty - RVE)

Our VCE Expo assists students, particularly in Year 9 & 10, in making informed decisions and to choose subjects they're genuinely interested in and will be dedicated to. There is no single right combination, and every student's VCE journey is their own. Parents are encouraged to attend also. Read More

VCE Expo

VCE Expo

Ms Megan Lutton (Deputy Head of Secondary - Curriculum)

Our VCE Expo assists students, particularly in Year 9 & 10, in making informed decisions and to choose subjects they're genuinely interested in and will be dedicated to. There is no single right combination, and every student's VCE journey is their own. Parents are encouraged to attend also. Read More

Students Translating Knowing Into Doing: Interdisciplinary Learning

Students Translating Knowing Into Doing: Interdisciplinary Learning

Dr Kshitija Dhuna (STEAM Coordinator)

Recognising that alongside science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, the skills of design thinking, visual communication, and creative problem-solving are equally essential to how students understand and engage with the world. Explore how STEAM curriculum programs are taking an interdisciplinary approach to learning. Read More

A Leader In Sustainability Education

A Leader In Sustainability Education

Mr Dwayne Ganci (Head of Sustainability & Agriculture)

The College has once again been shortlisted in the Sustainability Victoria's Resource Smart School of the Year Awards, as Curriculum Leadership School of the Year (Secondary). Read More

School Spirit on Show at Athletics

School Spirit on Show at Athletics

Emre Y & Chelsea B (2026 Sports Captains)

One of the highlights of the year for Year 12 students is the Brookhill Athletics Carnival. Students in Year 12 had the opportunity to not only compete against each other on the track and in the field, but to also demonstrate their College and House Spirit. Our Sports Captains share their reflection of the day. Read More

House Athletics Carnivals a Huge Success at Meadowglen

House Athletics Carnivals a Huge Success at Meadowglen

House Sports Coordinators, Mrs Natalie McNamara (Secondary) and Mrs Emma Dowling (Primary)

Our staff and students were kept busy over the past two weeks with three athletics carnivals taking place at Meadowglen International Athletics Stadium. Students from Year 3-12 demonstrated wonderful competitive skills and amazing school spirit. Check out just a small sample of the photos from the three days. Read More

Bringing Science Learning to Life for Year 8 Students

Bringing Science Learning to Life for Year 8 Students

Ms Sherry Daniel (Head of Science)

Some of the most meaningful learning experiences occur beyond the walls of the classroom as our Year 8 students recently discovered during a excursion to Werribee Gorge State Park, as part of their Geology Science unit. It was a fantastic opportunity to bring Science learning to life combined with outdoor education. Read More

Performing Arts Education Helps Students Find Their Voice

Performing Arts Education Helps Students Find Their Voice

Mr Jevon Scandrett (Head of Performing Arts)

Mr Jevon Scandrett reflects on the role of a Performing Arts education within our school community and in developing strong 21st Century employability skills. He also welcomes you to some upcoming performances. Read More

First Nations Perspective

First Nations Perspective

Ms Sophie Sykes (First Nations Co-ordinator)

The Aitken College Reconciliation Action Plan provides a framework for the College Community to acknowledge the importance of First Nations Peoples to Australia. It is just part of an active commitment the College makes in fostering reconciliation. Read More

Commemorating Anzac Day 2026

Commemorating Anzac Day 2026

Mr Michael Cooper (Director of Community Engagement)

Remembering those who served our country and fought for the freedoms we enjoy at our Anzac Day Service. Read More

Sharpening our skills in Behavioural Leadership

Sharpening our skills in Behavioural Leadership

Mr Chris Graham (Assistant Principal- Secondary)

Maintaining professional practice and reflecting on the work being undertaken is crucial to staff development. Term Two commenced with an exploration of Positive Behaviour Leadership with Dr Bill Rogers. Read More

Celebrating Successful Students in the Secondary School

Celebrating Successful Students in the Secondary School

Mr Chris Graham (Assistant Principal - Secondary)

Recognising some wonderful achievements by Aitken secondary students. Read More

Admissions Update

Admissions Update

Mrs Jacqui Duong (Director of Admissions)

The latest information on enrolment procedures from the Admissions Team. Read More

God Invites Everyone To Feast at His Table

God Invites Everyone To Feast at His Table

Rev Gavin Blakemore (College Chaplain)

Through both College Chapel services and a community gathering, students, staff and parents have been invited to journey through the Easter season. As a Christian school, we are asked to follow Jesus in creating a world in which mercy, justice and love lift up the lowly, demonstrating how God invites everyone to his feast table. Read More

It's been a wonderful start to the year in the Primary School

It's been a wonderful start to the year in the Primary School

Mrs Leanne Schulz (Assistant Principal - Primary)

The amount of activity in the Primary School throughout Term One has kept students consistently engaged. In the Primary School, building strong relationships and ensuring every child feels a sense of belonging are always priorities, and it has been heartwarming to see this come to life throughout the term. Read More

Preparing Students for Life After School

Preparing Students for Life After School

Ms Jo Miles (Careers Advisor)

Exploring who students are, what their strengths are, what they can offer the world and what they can do in life, is just the starting point in guiding them to career fulfilment. Read More

FUN RUN: Kickstarting the FUNdraising Efforts for 2026

FUN RUN: Kickstarting the FUNdraising Efforts for 2026

Mrs Amanda Elzaibak (Parents and Friends President)

This week's school Fun Run was full of community spirit and giving. The P&F President reflects on the day and what is ahead for our school fundraising. Read More

Supporting Professional Growth at Aitken College

Supporting Professional Growth at Aitken College

Mrs Elpis Vlahopoulos (Peer Coach Coordinator)

A snapshot of how the College supports all staff through a dedicated coaching and collegial program. Read More

2026 VCE Music Reimagining Masterclass

2026 VCE Music Reimagining Masterclass

Mrs Ebony Piccolo (Music Coordinator)

Students engaged in an interactive workshop of music-making, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity, allowing them to enhance their skills as musicians. Read More

Parent, Student and Teacher Interviews

Parent, Student and Teacher Interviews

Ms Megan Williams (Director of Educational Systems)

Building positive relationships and supporting positive approaches to learning requires a relationship between home and school. When students are included in the conversation, it strengthens their ownership of learning. Read More

CHAT Program Builds Cultural Understanding and Connection

CHAT Program Builds Cultural Understanding and Connection

Mrs Anne Zugan (Head of Faculty: Religion and Values Education)

The CHAT Program is engaging students an 8 week journey in intercultural understanding. Uniquely designed, it engages students in games, guided discussions, journaling, and reflective activities. CHAT is helping students explore identity, beliefs, and culture in a safe and supportive environment. Read More

Feeling Most Welcomed!

Feeling Most Welcomed!

Mr Craig Rodgers (Deputy Principal)

Our new Deputy Principal reflects on his first month with Aitken students, families and staff. Read More

Three Days That Changed Everything

Three Days That Changed Everything

Mr Mitchell Heyes (Head of Year 7)

Our Year 7 students headed to Phillip Island for three days of adventure, teamwork, and personal growth. From conquering the Giant Swing to building rafts with new friends, camp proved to students that stepping outside their comfort zone was worth it all along. Read More

Supporting Programs Through On-going Fundraising Efforts

Supporting Programs Through On-going Fundraising Efforts

Mr Michael Cooper (Director of Community Engagement)

A strong community requires a contribution from everyone in that community. Our Parents and Friends Association have a full program of fundraising and events that allows everyone to contribute. Read More

Strengthen Our Sports Program by Partnering with Essendon Football Club

Strengthen Our Sports Program by Partnering with Essendon Football Club

Mr Andrew Petrie (Director of Sport)

Bombers & Students Unite: How Aitken College and the Essendon Football Club are Teaming Up to Educate Tomorrow’s Leaders Read More

15 years later...

15 years later...

25 February 2026

After 15 years of service, some of our long-serving staff members reminisce about their early years at Aitken College and share the most memorable moments they experienced in their respective positions. Read More

Witness Out Students Bringing

Witness Out Students Bringing "The Wedding Singer" to the College in 2026

Mr Jevon Scandrett (Head of Faculty- Performing Arts)

The Wedding Singer takes on the mantle of 24 musicals that have gone before it, as the mid-year highpoint of the College Calendar. Read More

What Learning Looks Like at Aitken: Inside Our Primary Years Programme 

What Learning Looks Like at Aitken: Inside Our Primary Years Programme 

Ms Felicity Donohue (Deputy Head of Primary PYP)

PYP provides learning that is student-centred, academically rigorous and grounded in best practice. Deputy Head of Primary (PYP), Ms Felicity Donohue invites you to celebrate the achievement of Aitken receiving accreditation as a Primary Years Programme provider. Read More

The class of 2038: Our Newest Students Building Independence

The class of 2038: Our Newest Students Building Independence

Mrs Natasha Radley (Head of Prep)

Prep is about transformation. Head of Prep, Mrs Natasha Radley delights in the curiosity, imagination and a sense of wonder as our new cohort grow into confident communicators, thoughtful thinkers and caring members of a community.   Read More

What is your Reason for Being?

What is your Reason for Being?

Mrs Josie Crisara OAM (College Principal)

As we embark on a new school year, College Principal, Mrs Josie Crisara, encourages Students, Staff and Parents to search for their Ikigai. Read More

Leadership Learning

Leadership Learning

Mr James Phillips (Executive Director: People and Culture)

By exploring leadership skills across all levels of College Leaders, we improve learning outcomes for our students. Read More

Restorative Pathways Professional Learning

Restorative Pathways Professional Learning

Mrs Leanne Schulz (Assistant Principal: Primary)

To strengthen the College School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support model, staff have taken part in a full day workshop into building positive relationships facilitated by Kristy Elliot from Restorative Pathways. Read More