Community School

The VPC/VCE VM program is a ‘hands-on’ style of learning for students in years 10, 11 and 12. The Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC), and The VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) are senior certificates underpinned by the 5 Pillars of Applied Learning, extending on our existing flexible, hands-on approach to learning at Cire Community School.

Students and teachers will work together to identify personal goals and interests in line with creating an individual learning plan. The purpose of the new Senior Certificates is to provide students with the best opportunity to grow, develop and learn by: equipping them with the skills, knowledge, values and capabilities to be active and informed citizens, lifelong learners and confident and creative individuals; and empowering them to make informed decisions about the next stages of their lives through real-life workplace experiences.

Students can work their way through a selected Senior Certificate to obtain a secondary qualification, transition into work or further study, or engage with a school-based apprenticeship/traineeship. Students enrolled in VCE Vocational Major must also undertake a VET subject in order to gain their certificate. The two Senior Certificates are designed to be flexible, hands-on and individualised to meet student interests and needs. The curriculum accommodates student aspirations, future learning and employment goals. Learning programs in the Senior Certificates are aimed to present students with industry experiences and build connections to the community. Through engagement in the Senior Certificates, students will gain the knowledge and skills they will need to transition to the next stage of their learning or working journey.

• Complete online Enquiry Form
• Call on 1300 835 235
• Email communityschool@cire.org.au

We look forward to speaking with you to discuss your situation, determine the most suitable level and begin the enrolment process.

• Year 5 – Yarra Junction and Monbulk campuses
• Year 6 – Yarra Junction and Monbulk campuses
• Year 7 – Berwick, Lilydale, Monbulk and Yarra Junction campuses
• Year 8 – Berwick, Lilydale, Monbulk and Yarra Junction campuses
• Year 9 – Berwick, Lilydale, Monbulk and Yarra Junction campuses
• Year 10 – Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) & VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) – Berwick, Lilydale, Monbulk and Yarra Junction campuses
• Year 11 – Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) & VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) – Berwick, Lilydale, Monbulk and Yarra Junction campuses
• Year 12 – Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) & VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) – Berwick, Lilydale, Monbulk and Yarra Junction campuses

Students attend Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9:30AM – 2:45PM.

Vocational Training is an education system that focuses on preparing students for the workforce. VET achieves this by equipping students with the practical skills and knowledge that are essential to entering the workforce for the first time, changing careers, upgrading skills or moving into further education. VET works with the government, TAFE and RTOs (Registered Training Organisations) to help build students’ professional toolkit and competencies to advance their career. VET offers a more time-efficient pathway for students so that they can enter the workforce without the lengthy, costly processes that many other forms of education are infamous for. Cire Training is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) offering a range of courses.

Each classroom is equipped with devices for students to use during class times as required.

2025 All year levels: 2025 School Levy – $700 (full); Concession Card Holder* Inclusive of 2025 School Levy, School Saver Bonus and CSEF – $75. For more information, please refer to our Fees and Charges Policy.

*Eligible concession card refers to a valid, means-tested concession card as determined by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, that includes both the student’s and the caregiver’s name on the card.

Cire Services Inc. does not accept cash payments. For your convenience, the following methods are available:

• Credit or debit card payment (MasterCard and VISA) via phone, internet banking or in person
• Direct deposit. All transactions require a reference description to ensure your payment is identified e.g., invoice number or student name. Payment plans are available upon request. All transactions are conducted securely, and credit card details are not kept on file.

We deliver strands typical to most high school settings including literacy and numeracy. These are often blended into core work, work-related skills and personal development skills and comply with the VPC/VCE-VM program.

Each campus has a few electives per term – these could be cooking, craft, sport, photography, external activities, etc.

CSEF (Camp Sport Excursions Fund) is available for eligible Health Care Card holders to apply for to assist with the costs of excursions/camps.

Monbulk, Lilydale and Yarra Junction have a bus service – this can be arranged subject to availability. Berwick – no bus service (due to public transport connections).

Maximum of 15 per class. Core teacher plus learning assistant per classroom. Classes are mixed based on their program level: Junior Years – a mix of years 5 and 6 students; Middle Years – a mix of years 7 to 9 students; Senior Years – a mix of years 10 to 12 students.

At Cire Community School we create a tailored curriculum for each of our students in consultation with the student, their guardian and Core Teacher. Each student has their own pathway plan with individual learning goals. This Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is reviewed regularly to ensure it is relevant and realistic. We listen to what motivates you to learn and what goals you need to achieve to get the best out of life and work.

The VPC/VCE VM program is a ‘hands-on’ style of learning for students in years 10, 11 and 12.

• The Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC), and
• The VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM)

These senior certificates are underpinned by the 5 Pillars of Applied Learning, extending on our existing flexible, hands-on approach to learning at Cire Community School. Students and teachers will work together to identify personal goals and interests in line with creating an individual learning plan.

The purpose of the new Senior Certificates is to provide students with the best opportunity to grow, develop and learn by:

• equipping them with the skills, knowledge, values and capabilities to be active and informed citizens, lifelong learners and confident and creative individuals; and
• empowering them to make informed decisions about the next stages of their lives through real-life workplace experiences.

Students can work their way through a selected Senior Certificate to obtain a secondary qualification, transition into work or further study, or engage with a school-based apprenticeship/traineeship. Students enrolled in VCE Vocational Major must also undertake a VET subject in order to gain their certificate.

The two Senior Certificates are designed to be flexible, hands-on and individualised to meet student interests and needs. The curriculum accommodates student aspirations, future learning and employment goals. Learning programs in the Senior Certificates are aimed to present students with industry experiences and build connections to the community. Through engagement in the Senior Certificates, students will gain the knowledge and skills they will need to transition to the next stage of their learning or working journey.

Junior Years Program – Year 5 & 6 – Yarra Junction campus only
Newly established junior class currently focuses on primary years 5 and 6, with a pathway to secondary school.

Middle Years Program –  Year 7-9 – Berwick, Mt Evelyn and Yarra Junction

Students in years 7, 8 & 9 are combined in a Middle Years class comprising of a maximum of 15 students, 1 Learning Assistant and their Core Teacher. In this class, students will spend around two-thirds of their time together in their core class group working on an integrated curriculum that focuses on practising and development of genuine independent learning skills, problem-solving, active collaboration, leadership, teamwork and presentation skills. Individuals also choose two subjects of interest as electives to complete their course.

Senior Years Program
Senior Certificates – Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) & VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) – Year 10 – 12, Berwick, Mt Evelyn/Lilydale and Yarra Junction.