Enhancement Program
What is the Enhancement Program?
The Enhancement Program at Cheltenham Secondary College is a Year 7-9 program that provides opportunities to enrich the student learning experience, enabling students to explore their studies in greater depth. Studies in the core subjects of English, Maths, Science and Humanities will be enriched in this program. At the conclusion of this program, students will be able to access one VCE subject in Year 10.
The program will mirror a standard Year 7, 8 and 9 curriculum with a focus on encouraging skills that enable students to self-regulate their learning. The program will align with the core school values of Respect, Responsibility, Personal Best and Sense of Community. The focus of the program is to expand capabilities in order to help students find connections and transfer their learning experiences from the classroom to the real world.
Students wishing to undertake testing to be considered for the Cheltenham Secondary College Enhancement Program need to register and pay ($45). Details are as follows:
Enhancement Test date: Tuesday 14th October
Enhancement Test time: 9.15am - 12.00pm (drop off 9.00am)
Registration link: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-year-7-enhancement-program-testing
Register by: Tuesday 26th August
Assessments completed: Reading Comprehension (45mins), Mathematics (40mins) and Abstract Reasoning (30mins) or Written Expression (25mins)
What to bring: Students should bring along a water bottle, pencil, pen and eraser.
Morning tea will be provided.
Any queries in regards to the 2026 Program are to be directed to:
- Brooke Matthews (Assistant Principal - Middle School, Teaching and Learning & Wellbeing): mts@cheltsec.vic.edu.au
- Linda Palermo (Director of Junior School): pal@cheltsec.vic.edu.au
Enhancement Program FAQs
1. How can my child apply for the Enhancement Program?
Registrations are open and can be made via this link until Tuesday 26th August. Students will then be required to participate in tests comprising Reading Comprehension (45mins), Mathematics (40mins) and Abstract Reasoning (30mins) or Written Expression (25mins).
2. If my child is successful in gaining a place in the Enhancement Program when will they be informed?
Students (and parents/guardians) will be advised prior to the Statewide Orientation day (Tuesday 9th December).
3. How does the enhancement class differ from standard Year 7 classes?
Students in the enhancement class undertake the standard Year 7 Curriculum with the addition of a range of extension tasks, activities and content with the aim of challenging them to achieve their potential. The broad aim of the program is to develop high-order thinking skills so that our students can gain a deeper understanding of the topics studied and the world around them.
4. Who do I contact if I have questions about the Enhancement Program?
Brooke Matthews (Assistant Principal - Middle School, Teaching and Learning & Wellbeing): mts@cheltsec.vic.edu.au
Linda Palermo (Director of Junior School): pal@cheltsec.vic.edu.au