Education is the best key to success in life.
Welcome to Castlemaine Secondary College
At Castlemaine Secondary College we have high learning expectations of staff and students. We promote and support emotional and physical wellbeing, developing resilient community members.
At Castlemaine Secondary College we have high learning expectations of staff and students. We promote and support emotional and physical wellbeing, developing resilient community members.

Castlemaine Secondary College
Our college values of Aspiration, Respect and Empathy clearly define Castlemaine Secondary College’s positive learning culture.
At Castlemaine Secondary College, we value Aspiration, Respect and Empathy. These guide everything we do, creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where every student feels they belong.
We encourage all students to do their best, build positive relationships and grow in confidence. We set high expectations for both learning and wellbeing, knowing students succeed when they feel known, valued and supported.
From 2026, our Year Level Sub-School Model will provide tailored support at every stage. Students will learn in dedicated Junior (Year 7), Middle (Years 8–9), Upper (Years 10–11) and Senior (Year 12) Sub-Schools, helping them transition smoothly and stay connected.
Our teaching approach focuses on strong relationships, consistent classrooms and essential skills in literacy and numeracy, ensuring students are well prepared for further study, work and life.
At Castlemaine Secondary College, every student matters — and every future counts.
Key Dates for Term 2
| Monday 20 April | Staff Professional Development Day – student free |
| Wednesday 29 April | College Assembly |
| Friday 5 – Friday 12 June | Year 10 & 11 Exams |
| Tuesday 26 – Friday 29 May | Music Camp |
| Monday 8 June | King’s Birthday Holiday |
| Wednesday 10 June | Music Concert |
| Monday 15 June | Semester 2 begins |
| Tuesday 16 June | GAT (alternative program for Years 7-10) |
| Wednesday 17 – Friday 19 June | Year 7 Camp |
| Wednesday 24 June | College Assembly |
Key Dates for Term 3
| Monday 13 July | Term 3 begins for all students |
| Wednesday 15 July | Staff Professional Development Day (student free) |
| Wednesday 22 July | College Assembly |
| Wednesday 16 September | Celebration Assembly |
| Thursday 17 September | Parent Teacher Student Interviews (4pm – 7pm) |
| Friday 18 September | Parent Teacher Student Interviews (9am-12pm) – (student free day) |


