At Tenison Woods College, we believe that every learner has a place, every learner has a pathway, and every learner will shine. That is our challenge and our celebration
Tenison Woods College is a dynamic Early Learning to Year 12 co-educational Catholic College located in Mount Gambier, South Australia.
The Tenison Woods College motto, ‘Let Your Light Shine’, lies at the heart of our curriculum and pastoral care programs. Based on the Mercy and Marist charisms of providing every child with the opportunity to thrive, the College is proud of its heritage and its commitment to supporting the pastoral care and well-being of all students as we support them in meeting their needs and exceeding their aspirations.
The College is purpose-built and prepares students for life in the 21st Century. With the development of the new College programs comes advanced use of technology, greatly improved facilities, equipment and curriculum options.
Tenison Woods College is renowned as an enterprising Catholic School providing excellence in education for all students. Our focus on educating all students to achieve their personal best in academic, spiritual, social and sporting achievements, enables the College to continue to deliver above-average results in state and international assessments and Year 12 scores.
Vocational Education and Training (VET) at Tenison Woods
Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses offer students opportunities to undertake work related training while they are still at school. The courses enable students to earn credit towards a recognised VET qualification while completing their general education curriculum or senior secondary certificate. VET options available at Tenison Woods College include Furniture Making, Horticulture, Fitness and Hospitality. To learn more about these VET options, view our Year 10-12 Curriculum Handbook (Page 19).
VET is an excellent choice of study for many students, who will gain hands-on experience in their chosen industry, allowing them to make better career choices. Students will leave school with qualifications recognised by both the education system and industry, giving them more choices in life. They will receive credit towards traineeships and apprenticeships, giving them a head start.
All VET in Schools programs are offered in conjunction with a recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO) such as TAFE SA.
As part of the Catholic Education SA STEM Learning Initiative, STEM vocational pathways have been included under the Students tab for all VET courses listed in the CESA Directory. Links take readers to Training.gov.au which is the National Register on Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia. The website contains detailed information about Registered Training Organisations (RTO) and Accredited courses. Contact the VET and Careers Coordinators at your schools for further information.
