Our
Vision
PCSSC students are supported at their point of need to achieve academic and social success.
We value respect, effort and responsibility and prioritise the intersection of wellbeing, learning and engagement.
Principal's
Message
Meet Shaun Sleep
Welcome to Point Cook Senior Secondary College
On behalf of all the staff at Point Cook Senior Secondary College, I would like to extend a warm welcome to students, parents and community members. At PCSSC, we are not just an educational institution, but a vibrant and diverse community that takes pride in nurturing the minds of our young adults.
Through our commitment to excellence we are dedicated to achieving high quality student outcomes. We aim to create an environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for lifelong learning. We provide opportunities to participate and excel in academics, arts, sports or other endeavours, in order to support every student's journey towards success.
Diversity is a big aspect our school’s identity and it is one of our greatest strengths. The school community is an exciting mix of cultures, backgrounds and perspectives. This diversity enriches the experiences of our students and prepares them for the globalized world they will soon be a part of.
At PCSSC, we understand that each student has their own path to follow. That's why we are dedicated to providing a wide range of pathways that cater to individual strengths and interests. As a Senior Secondary environment, we work tirelessly with students to plan their future pathways. From academic programs in the VCE to vocational courses in VET, we ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive and work towards their future aspirations.
We recognise that academic success is just one part of the picture for successful student outcomes. We believe that a balanced education includes a strong focus on student wellbeing. A happy, healthy student is better equipped to excel academically and make positive contributions to the community. Our teaching and learning environment, counselling services and varied wellbeing initiatives are designed to ensure that each student feels supported, safe and confident in facing life's challenges.
As the Principal of Point Cook Senior Secondary College, I strive to create an environment where all students can fill their potential, where diversity is celebrated and where student wellbeing is paramount. I invite you all to join us in this exciting journey of growth, learning, and personal development.
Shaun Sleep
Principal
Point Cook Senior Secondary College
School Captains' Message
Welcome Back to Point Cook Senior Secondary College!
A new school year brings new opportunities, new experiences, and a fresh start for every student walking through our gates. Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning for another year, we are excited to welcome you and your families to what promises to be an exciting and rewarding 2026.
At Point Cook Senior, we are proud of the strong community we have built together. Our school is more than just classrooms and assessments - it is a place where students are encouraged to grow, discover their passions, build meaningful connections, and prepare for life beyond school. Every student’s journey is unique, and we are committed to providing the support, opportunities, and environment needed for each individual to succeed.
This year, students can look forward to a wide range of experiences both inside and outside the classroom. From sporting events, camps, excursions, leadership opportunities, and cultural celebrations to clubs, performances, and community initiatives, there will be countless opportunities to get involved, develop new skills, and create lasting memories.
Parents and families can look forward to continuing their partnership with the school as we work together to support student growth and achievement. Open communication, student wellbeing, academic success, and strong community connections will remain at the heart of everything we do. We value the role families play in our students' education and look forward to celebrating their achievements alongside you throughout the year.
As School Captains, our goal is to help foster a school culture where every student feels welcomed, respected, and connected. We want Point Cook Senior to be a place where students feel confident to challenge themselves, share their ideas, and take pride in being part of our community. We are committed to strengthening student voice, supporting wellbeing, and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to make the most of their time here.
While the year ahead will bring challenges, it will also bring growth, achievement, and moments worth celebrating. There will be opportunities to learn from mistakes, discover new strengths, and achieve goals that may seem out of reach today.
Our hope for 2026 is simple: embrace every opportunity that comes your way. Get involved, support one another, challenge yourself, and make the most of everything Point Cook Senior has to offer. Whether your goal is academic success, personal growth, leadership, or simply making great memories, this year is your chance to take those steps forward.
To our students, parents, staff, and wider community, thank you for being part of what makes Point Cook Senior such a special place. Together, let's make 2026 a year filled with learning, achievement, connection, and school pride.
Welcome back, and let's make 2026 a year to remember!
Shaherbano Ali & Kaashvi Nanda
2026 School Captains
Meet the Team
SWPBS
What is School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS)?
The aim of School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) at Point Cook Senior Secondary College is to create a positive school climate, a culture of student determination and an open, responsive management system for all school community members.
SWPBS provides a clear framework of expected behaviours that the school community sees as essential to creating an environment that fosters social and academic excellence.
What behaviours does PCSSC value?
All members of the school community exemplify the behaviours that PCSSC values. At our school, we value
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Respect
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Effort
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Responsibility
Our Behaviour Expectation Matrix explicitly sets out what these values look like in various areas of the school community. Demonstrations of these behaviours are recognised, reinforced and rewarded.
The Behaviour Expectation Matrix
PCSSC’s Behaviour Expectation Matrix provides a clear framework of positive behaviours that our school community has identified as being essential to enhancing individual growth, social interactions and academic achievement.
Our expected behaviours will be explicitly taught in class, are regularly positively recognized and will be displayed around the school in early 2017. Please see Behaviour Expectation Matirx here.
Explicitly Teaching Our Expected Behaviours
Teaching, modelling and reinforcing positive social and academic behaviours is essential to creating a harmonious learning environment that bolsters student success.
When Do We Teach Our Expected Behaviours?
At the beginning of the school year
In our daily conversations with members of the school community
As an embedded part of classroom learning
At teachable moments
Respectful Relationships
Since 2017, Point Cook Senior Secondary College has been a lead school in the Respectful Relationships program. Respectful Relationships support schools and early childhood settings to promote and model respect, positive attitudes and behaviours. It teaches our children how to build healthy relationships, resilience and confidence.
PCSSC Respectful Relationships Commitment Statement
Point Cook Senior Secondary College is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that promotes gender equality, celebrates diversity and encourages respectful and healthy relationships. Through the teaching of Respectful Relationships, the school will influence the development of a healthy community culture.
As part of this commitment:
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Our principal will actively promote gender equality and speak out against gender-based violence.
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Our school will provide:
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professional learning for leadership staff for the planning and implementation of the whole school approach to promote respectful relationships and gender equality
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professional learning for teachers delivering Respectful Relationships curriculum in the classroom
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professional learning for all school staff on gender equality, the prevention of gender-based violence and Respectful Relationships Education.
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Our school will undertake a thorough assessment and planning process to identify gaps and limitations in existing culture, policies and practices in gender equality.
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Our school will create mechanisms for staff feedback on gender equality in the workplace.
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Our school will identify, resource and implement key actions to promote gender equality and prevent gender-based violence.
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Our school will engage with external experts for advice and support in promoting gender equality and respectful relationships among staff and students.
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Our school will build partnerships with expert family violence services to increase school capacity to respond to students and staff who experience, witness or perpetrate gender-based violence.
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Our school commits to continual improvement and evaluation of Respectful Relationships Education.
Child Safety
Point Cook Senior Secondary College is committed to the Victorian Child Safe Standards. The school regularly reviews child safe strategies, policies and practices to strengthen the culture of child safety and to protect children and young people from abuse.
For more information please see our policies below.
Aboriginal Learning, Wellbeing & Safety Policy
Administration of Medication Policy
Child Safe Code of Conduct Policy
Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy
Child Safety Responding & Reporting Obligations Policy & Procedures
Communication School Staff Policy
DET ISP Course Progress Policy
Healthy Eating Education Policy
Hiring, Licensing & Share Use of School Facilities
Under the Department of Education and Training's Parent Payments Policy, Victorian government schools are required to provide transparent
information to their school community on voluntary parent contributions. Please find below our parent payment arrangements for 2025.
Photographing Filming Recording Students Policy
Respect for School Staff Policy
Statement of Values & School Policy
PCSSC Feedback Assessment and Reporting Policy
Bring You Own Device (school code: PCSS2026)
As valuable partners in promoting and maintaining child safety and wellbeing at Point Cook SSC we welcome and encourage your feedback. If you have any suggestions, comments or questions in relation to our policies, please contact the office on 9395 9271