About the program
At Cire Community School, the Middle Secondary Program specifically focuses on the needs of students in years 7 to 9 and offers a pathway to the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM).
Year levels are based on a Trauma Informed model where students have a core teacher and one learning assistant assigned to their class for the majority of the week.
Our Middle School Program features an individual learning plan where students are given the autonomy to take control of their learning and focus on individual interests. Our students are given a range of opportunities to engage with the local community and take their learning beyond the classroom.
Our approach
Replace with Our Middle Secondary Program specifically focuses on the needs of students in years 7 to 9 and offers a pathway to the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM).
We have small class sizes and well-designed classrooms, both of which help maximise learning opportunities. Mirroring a primary school model, students work with one core teacher for the majority of their studies.
The program includes individual passion projects to encourage students to take control of their learning and also a range of offsite opportunities to engage with the local community and to take their learning beyond the classroom.
We recognise that Year 9 is a particularly significant time for students as they transition towards their senior secondary education. Our Year 9 curriculum is underpinned by an engaging hands-on focus through initiatives such as social enterprises.
Why choose us?
We are proud of our reputation for engaging our students through hands-on and flexible learning opportunities.
Our Middle Secondary Program features individual passion projects which enable students to take control of their learning by focusing on a topic of personal interest. For many, these projects are a highlight of their week. Equally important, our students have a range of opportunities to engage with the local community and to take their learning beyond the classroom.
We enjoy strong community links through projects which further develop and refine applied learning activities, as well as support local sustainability initiatives. Our projects have included establishing a ‘frog bog’, landscaping and planting, building rammed-earth structures and experimenting with the construction of straw bale walls.
Our Year 9 curriculum is underpinned by an engaging hands-on focus with initiatives such as a student-run social enterprise canteen where the Year 9s are responsible for the menu, food ordering and preparation and also mastering the commercial standard coffee machine.
An exciting addition this year will be a commercial kitchen to enhance our Hospitality program.
Wellbeing
We are proud of our comprehensive and proactive wellbeing program designed to positively engage and support our students.
With our team of highly qualified wellbeing officers and external specialist service practitoners, we actively create and foster a sense of safety among our students, providing the best possible foundation for learning. We focus on the individual wellbeing goals of our young people and their recognised strengths.
Our team
We have a dedicated team of qualified staff who are committed to empowering our students through flexible learning opportunities and launching them on pathways for a positive and fulfilling future.
Bus service
To maximise student access to our campuses at Lilydale, Monbulk and Yarra Junction, Cire provides a bus service where there is limited public transport to our campuses. This service is subject to availability.
Campuses
Yarra Junction – years 5 to 12
Lilydale – years 7 to 12
Monbulk – year 5 to year 12
Berwick – years 7 to 12
Fees
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 students and the caregivers name on the card. Link to more information – https:www.sro.vic.gov.au/land-transfer-duty/pensioner-and-concession-cardholder-duty-reduction/approved-concession-cards
*Fees are accurate at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice.Â
Payment Methods
Cire Services Inc. does not accept cash payments. Payment plans are available upon request.
Credit or debit card payment
Credit or debit card payment (MasterCard and VISA) via phone, internet banking or in person.
Direct
Direct deposit (all transaction require a reference description to ensure your payment is identified e.g. invoice number or student name).
BANK DETAILS
Account Name – Cire Services Inc.
Bank – National Australia Bank (NAB)
BSB – 083-739
Account Number – 03-785-5491
