Sunbury College is committed to supporting the wellbeing, inclusion and engagement of all students by providing a safe, respectful and supportive learning environment.

Our Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Team works collaboratively with sub school teams and teachers to ensure every student is known, supported and able to thrive at school

Our team includes:

  • Wellbeing and Inclusion Leading Teacher – Leads the school’s wellbeing and inclusion approach, coordinates supports for students, and works closely with staff, families and external services.
  • Inclusion Learning Specialist – Supports teachers to implement inclusive practices and adjustments to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Mental Health Practitioner – Provides short-term, school-based mental health support and intervention for students.
  • Counsellor – Works with students individually and facilitates referrals to external services where longer-term support is required.
  • Youth Workers (2) – Build positive relationships with students, support engagement, and run small group and targeted wellbeing programs.
  • Adolescent Health Nurse – Provides health education, advice and support to students, including links to community health services.
  • Doctors in Schools Program – An onsite GP service available to students by appointment, supporting both physical and mental health needs.
  • Student Support Services (SSS) – Access to additional specialist support as required.
  • Koorie Coordinator – Works with our students that identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and acts as a representative and advocate for them.

Ho we support our students

We recognise that young people experience a wide range of challenges, including social and emotional difficulties, mental health concerns, family changes, and learning or organisational challenges.

Support is provided through:

  • Individual student support and counselling
  • Small group programs (e.g. social skills, literacy, confidence, engagement)
  • Whole-school wellbeing programs, including Respectful Relationships

Referrals to external agencies and specialist services where needed

Accessing support at school

Students can access wellbeing support by:

  • Attending wellbeing directly
  • Speaking with a teacher or Year Level Coordinator
  • Being referred by a staff member or family

Students can also access the onsite GP through the Doctors in Schools Program (by appointment through wellbeing and sub schools), including support for Mental Health Care Plans where appropriate. Just bring your Medicare card along.

Support outside of school

If students require additional support beyond school, we can assist families to connect with local services, including:

  • Sunbury Youth Centre: (03) 9744 2602
  • Omnia (Sunbury Community Health Centre): (03) 9744 4455
  • Hume Youth Counselling Service: (03) 9205 2200
  • Headspace: (03) 9027 0100
  • Local GP (for mental health referrals and ongoing support)
  • Sunbury Aboriginal Corporation: 0406 174 764, https://www.sunburyaboriginalcorporation.org.au/

Crisis Support 

If immediate support is required, please contact:

Related Downloads

Child Safe Code of Conduct
Child Safe Policy
Parent and Carers Wellbeing Support During School Holidays (.pdf 219 KB)
Strategies for Parents to deal with Bullying
Strategies for Students to deal with Bullying
Student Wellbeing Support During School Holidays (.pdf 184 KB)
Sunbury College Bullying Prevention Policy (.pdf 198 KB)