The Junior Secondary Program (Years 7 – 9) sets the platform for quality performance and subject choice in the Senior Years.A careful balance of a quality academic program combined with the nurturing of student wellbeing and leadership lays a strong foundation of a mature young adult entering Senior School for years 10 -12.
The Junior Secondary Curriculum provides students the opportunity to solidify skills in key core areas whilst also being exposed to a wide range of Experience and Elective subjects.
Refer to our Junior secondary handbook (PDF, 534KB)
Junior academy:
Wilsonton State High School’s belief in every student achieving ensures that a pathway is provided for every student to reach their full potential.
Our Academy ONE Program is an extension opportunity for invited bright minded students. To be eligible for the program in Year 7, students need to display high Academic Achievement in English, Maths, Science and Humanities. Students remain in the same class for all subjects. Other diagnostic assessments are also used in conjunction with NAPLAN results for a final determination of eligibility.
Students considering the Year 7 Academy ONE Program may apply for an Academic Scholarship through the guidelines outlined in the Scholarship Program documents. These may be accessed from the school office.
For students in Year 8 and Year 9, decisions for Academy ONE class allocation will be made by individual Heads of Departments for their individual subjects. This will facilitate a more targeted approach for students with particular strength in each of the learning areas. We anticipate that the majority of these classes will have very similar students, but it will enable other students’ access to their particular area of strength hence broadening the program delivery.
Academy ONE Students will be involved in a range of events across the school year including:
• After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs
• Excursions and Camps
• Days of Academic Excellence
It is expected that Behaviour and Effort results are maintained to a high standard and meet the high expectations of the school community.
Student wellbeing:
In addition to an extensive Academic Program, Student Wellbeing remains a high priority across the school. Specifically in Junior Secondary, each Year Level has a Year Level Coordinator who supports students in their wellbeing through an extensive LifeSkills Program as well as extra-curricular events such as Camps, Adventure Days and Reward Events.