Grade 6 to Year 7 Transition

Thank you for your interest in Bundoora Secondary College!

The School Council has determined the following criteria when considering new enrolments:

  • Potential to benefit from the College’s curriculum offerings.

  • Potential for academic achievement.

  • Willingness to participate positively in the programs of the College and to comply with our Student Code of Conduct.

  • Compassionate grounds

  • Positions available beyond zone and year level  requirements

Enrolments for Year 7 (Entry)​​​

  • When completing your Primary School Preference forms in May 2026, list Bundoora Secondary College as your FIRST preference.

  • Check your school zone. This site is updated in Term 1 each year for the Year 6–7 transition period.

  • Siblings of current students will also be considered for enrolment.

  • Applications may include curriculum grounds for consideration.

The DET Placement Policy 

Moving from a government primary school to a government secondary school

If your student is in Grade 6 in 2026 and attends a Victorian government primary school, you will need to:

  1. Read the Year 6 to 7 Placement Information Pack for Parents and Carers, which will be provided by your student's primary school by Wednesday 22 April 2026.

  2. Use the Find my School website to locate your local secondary school or preferred government school, and read about school zones and enrolling in school.

  3. Complete the application form and return it to your student's primary school by Friday 8 May 2026.

Year 7 placement is decided by secondary schools using the Department of Education's Placement Policy. However, all communication about your student's placement must be with the Year 6 Coordinator or Transition Coordinator at your student's primary school until the placement is confirmed.

You will receive notification of your student's Year 7 placement offer on Wednesday 24 June 2026.

All government secondary schools will host a Year 7 Orientation Day (for Year 6 students) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.

You can read more here.

Moving from a non-government primary school or home schooling to a government secondary school

If your student is in Grade 6 in 2026 and attends a non-government primary school or is home-schooled, you will need to:

  1. Use the Find my School website to locate your local secondary school or preferred government school, and read about School zones and Enrolling in school.

  2. Contact a government secondary school to learn more about the school. By Wednesday 22 April 2026, schools will provide a copy of the Year 6 to 7 Placement Information Packs.
    The pack will include the Year 7 application form.

  3. Complete the application form and submit it to your preferred secondary school by Friday 8 May 2026.

You can read more here.

UPLOAD PACK TO WEBSITE – NON GOV AND HOMESCHOOLING ONLY.

Key dates for Entry Transition in 2026

​​ Available from Term 2, 2026

Transition support

At BSC, we understand the importance of a successful transition from primary to secondary school. Our comprehensive transition program spans an entire year and includes:

  • Meet & Greet Information Evening: Meet key staff and learn more about the secondary school experience. Students will be issued some specific information as well as forms to complete on the evening.

  • Flying Solo Program: For students attending BSC without peers from their primary school, offering a smaller group connection before Orientation Day. Identified families will receive an invitation from the College.

  • Familiarisation Days: Students who would benefit from additional time to become familiar with the school and staff before Orientation Day will be invited to participate in our Familiarisation Program.

  • Statewide Orientation Day: All incoming students experience a day of secondary school with hands-on activities.

  • First Day of Term 1: Entry students attend school without older year levels present to help them settle in. They meet their PAL teacher, set up devices, and complete digital learning sessions.

  • Transition Camp: During Term 1, students attend the transition camp to foster friendships and confidence through team activities.

Frequently asked questions

  • During the initial stages, both parents and primary schools provide input on which class structure they believe is most suitable for each student. The transition team then determines placement based on this input and other information gathered during the process.

    While we make every effort to place students with familiar peers, other factors are considered, including class structure (our main priority), primary school feedback (place with/apart from), learning characteristics, personal characteristics, and testing results.

  • PAT testing booking times were included in the Parent Survey email sent on Thursday, 9 October.

    This email also contained the TryBooking link for the Meet & Greet Information Evening. If you did not receive this email, please contact the College.

  • Invitations for both programs will be sent by 23 October. If you have concerns about missing an invitation, please raise them at the Meet & Greet Information Evening on 23 October.

  • After we receive your enrolment forms, BSC will contact your student’s primary school to complete a transition form. In Term 4, once these forms are returned, we will begin scheduling meetings. Based on primary school feedback, we will then reach out to parents/carers.

    Please be patient, as this process can take until the end of November. Contact us after this time if you still have concerns.

  • Invitations for Flying Solo will be emailed by 17 October. If you do not receive one after this date, please contact BSC.

  • Students are shortlisted based on transition information provided by primary school teachers and parents. Capacity is limited, and funded students are prioritised. Invitations will be emailed by 24 October.

  • The parent survey emailed on 9 October included a booking link for testing times. If none of the options suit, select ‘none of these are suitable,’ and we will contact you.

  • Students may wear either the BSC uniform or other appropriate clothing, in line with our Student Uniform and Dress Code Policy. Most students choose to wear their BSC polo shirt on the first day.

  • More information on transport can be found [here]. Many families do a practice run over the holidays to prepare for the first day.

  • To view our menu and download the ordering system, click [here].

  • A: We believe education is a partnership between families and the College. Learn more about getting involved.

  • A: Your Compass login is unique and confidential. Logins will be provided at the Meet & Greet Information Evening (register via TryBooking).

    If you cannot attend, email us after 23 October with your student’s name and date of birth, and we will provide your details.