Ignite their strengths and talents.
While strong academic performance is important, at Ormiston College we believe an individual’s social skills and self-confidence are just as vital for success. At Ormiston College we also know there are many intangible factors that have a substantial effect on students becoming happy, resilient and well-adjusted lifelong learners, ready and prepared to take their place in the world.
The College offers an extensive variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities that complement the academic program, giving students outstanding opportunities to develop into well-rounded young men and women.
STEM Club
The aim of our STEM (Science, Technology, Mathematics and Engineering) Club is to build on the great work that occurs in our classrooms by providing an opportunity for keen students to extend their understanding, skills and confidence in the areas of computational thinking and coding; digital technologies, robotics and use of devices; the inquiry model of Science; and the world of making and engineering.
Chess Club
The Ormiston College Chess Club is coordinated by accredited chess coaches. A College staff member works alongside the coaches and students to support the development of strategies, tactics and the etiquette of playing chess. The Chess Club caters for students of all abilities and ensures students are provided with opportunities to develop at a pace appropriate to their level. The Ormiston College chess teams are able to compete in interschool competitions, commencing in the Novice Division.
Duke of Edinburgh Award
The Duke of Edinburgh Award is an internationally recognised program which aims to motivate young people aged from 14 years to become involved in a challenging journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Each young person is encouraged to look at themselves, their interests, abilities, and ambitions, then set themselves challenges in the four different sections of the Award (Service, Skill, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey).