Referral to the Wellbeing Team 

Students wishing to meet with the Wellbeing Team can:

• Reach out to your Learning and Wellbeing Leader or Sub School Leader

• Self-refer by filling out the referral form

• Self-refer via email wellbeing@whsc.vic.edu.au

Parents wishing to contact the Wellbeing Team for support can reach out to your child’s relevant Learning and Wellbeing Leader or Sub School Leader. These leaders will provide support and initiate referral to the Wellbeing Team as needed.

We have a dedicated team committed to empowering students with disabilities and high needs, ensuring they have equitable access to inclusive education and can realise their full potential. Our comprehensive support framework includes:

• Developing Individualised Learning Plans tailored to each student's unique needs

• Collaborating closely with parents and assisting with funding applications

• Providing in-class support to support with comprehension and content breakdown

• Offering dedicated spaces during recess and lunch for engaging activities

• Supporting staff with effective behaviour management strategies

We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every student receives the individualised attention and resources they need to succeed in their academic journey.

Well established House System

• Motivational Mondays

• Robust ⁠Inclusion Space as part of the Program for Students with Disabilities

• International Students Program 

• Art Club

• Peer Support

• Respect Club 

• Student Voice and Agency (Lead by student leaders)

• Various whole school Mental Health Awareness initiatives and programs throughout the year

• Fortnightly wellbeing updates via the School News Letter

In 2022, The Victorian Government introduced new Child Safe Standards with the aim of further strengthening child safety measures across organisations, including schools. These standards emphasise the pivotal role of families and the broader school community in safeguarding and nurturing the wellbeing of children.

At Wheelers Hill Secondary College, we are unwavering in our commitment to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for students. Our policies regarding child safety and wellbeing outline the array of measures and strategies in place to uphold, promote, and nurture the safety and welfare of our students. These include:

• Child Safety Policy - effective 1 July 2022 

• Child Safety Code of Conduct

• Child Safety - Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures

• Duty of Care Policy

• Student Wellbeing and Engagement Policy 

• Cyber Safety Policy 2023

• Bullying Prevention Policy

• Volunteers Policy

• Complaints Policy 

As valuable partners in promoting and maintaining child safety and wellbeing, we welcome and encourage your feedback. If you have any suggestions, comments or questions in relation to our child safety policies and practices, please contact Wheelers Hill Secondary College at wheelers.hill.sc@education.vic.gov.au or by phone on (03) 9561 5811.