God’s World, Your Story
Navigating Your Learning Journey
This section will help you make informed and confident decisions as you prepare for Senior School. Use it to:
- Our vision for Senior Schooling
- The SACE Framework
- Subject outlines for Years 10, 11 and 12
Prepare
- Set meaningful goals for your Senior School subject pathway
- Have informed conversations with your current teachers and other subject teachers
- Be ready for your Subject Selection Interview with a clear plan in place
Our Vision for Senior Schooling
In our Senior School, we embrace the final 3 years of schooling: Years 10, 11 and 12. These years mark a significant milestone in our students’ educational journey, as they build upon the knowledge and inspiration gained in Primary and Middle School. It is during this time that our students embark on their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) pathway, preparing themselves to step into the world of work and tertiary study.
We aspire to graduate young people who are confident, compassionate, and purposeful, prepared to serve others and make a positive contribution to their communities and beyond.
Our learning environment is intentionally designed to provide excellence in education while honouring the God-given dignity, gifts, and potential of every student. Guided by our commitment to unapologetically honour each other, purposefully show love in action, and courageously bring our best, we cultivate a community where students are challenged to grow academically, personally, spiritually, and relationally. Through a rigorous, innovative, and flexible Senior School curriculum, we prepare young people to flourish, serve, and participate in God’s work of renewal and restoration in the world.
Our graduates will have the opportunity to develop and equip their minds, cultivate a heart that looks out for others and apply their hands to building skills and capabilities according to their God-given gifts and interests.
Glossary
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Learning Journey Roadmap
Students are encouraged to understand their God-given vocation to use their gifts and talents to help the world to flourish, to care for the world in the way that God himself would care for the world. When making choices for their Learning Journey students are challenged to think about how they have been gifted with skills and interests and choose future learning opportunities that will extend them. Students and families are invited to engage with a range of resources and opportunities to connect with key staff at face to face events:
Presentations and Interviews
Student Presentations
Week 2 Workshops: God’s World, Your Story Wednesday 29 July
We have invited a panel of past scholars to speak with our students prior to an introductory session regarding SACE and Senior School subject processes.
Students will be guided to a range of resources to research pathways and consider subject selection responses.
Parent Presentation
Week 3 Information Night Future Pathways Event Wednesday 5 August, 6 pm – 8 pm
All Secondary Families are welcome. Families and students from Year 8 to Year 11 are encouraged to visit us to explore subject choices, senior school pathways, and options available after Year 12.
Start your evening at our welcome desk and collect a map which will guide you through the classrooms. Classrooms will be open from 6.00pm, with teaching staff available to discuss their learning areas, subject selections, and answer any questions about course pathways.
University, TAFE and College representatives will be available in the Library to provide information and advice about further study, training and career opportunities beyond Year 12.
A series of information sessions will also be held in the Staffroom:
- 6.15 pm – Senior School Information Session (for families new to SACE e.g. Families with students in Year 9 or 10)
- 6.45 pm – SACE Information Session (for families of students entering Year 11 or 12)
- 7.30 pm – VET Course Information Session (including Veta Morphus) Student Workshop: For Students in Years 10 & 11 Friday August 7
During this lesson, students will have the opportunity to access subject selection resources with the support of a teacher and begin planning their subject preferences for 2027.
Subject Counselling Interviews
Week 4 Subject Counselling Interviews Monday 10 August 3:45 pm – 7:30 pm
Students in Year 11 along with a parent and/or caregiver will meet with a member of the Subject Counselling Team. Booking via Humanitix.
Week 5 Subject Counselling Interviews Tuesday 18 August 3:45 pm – 7:30 pm
Students in Year 10 along with a parent and/or caregiver will meet with a member of the Subject Counselling Team. Booking via Humanitix.
South Australian Certificate of Education | SACE
The South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) is a qualification awarded to students who successfully complete their senior secondary education (Years 11 and 12).
SACE + Vocational Education Training | VET
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is education and training that gives students skills and knowledge for work. VET operates through a national training system, and is delivered, assessed and certified by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
Our Subject Offering
We offer a wide range of subjects across Years 10 to 12, giving students the flexibility to shape a learning journey that fits their God-given gifts, passions, and future goals in community with their peers.
Our subject offerings are designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge and confidence they’ll need beyond the school gates.
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Year 10 Subjects Offered
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Year 11 Subjects Offered
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Year 12 Subjects Offered
What are the next steps?
1. Explore this Website
Take time to explore the website and become familiar with the process of subject selection and your options.
2. Attend the Future Pathways Event
Parents and Students are encouraged to attend their presentations to understand the process better and hear from TVCS staff on what they need to know.
4. Consult with Teaching Staff
Speak with individual subject staff to better understand the options for your academic journey.
5. Consult with Tertiary Providers
Consult with tertiary providers regarding subject prerequisites
6. Subject Selection
Prepare subject selection prior to attending subject selection interviews in Week 4 and 5 of Term 3.
A Handy Guide
This guide is your one-stop introduction to how the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) works, how we support students to find their path, and the wide range of subject options available at Torrens Valley Christian School.
When you’re ready, simply select a year level button below to explore each subject in more detail.