The David Scott School is a senior secondary specialist education program located in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region of Australia. The school’s mission is to support young people who have become disengaged from mainstream schooling by providing a personalised and supportive learning environment. The school model focuses on placing each student at the center of their educational experience, empowering them to make decisions about their education and future.
At the David Scott School, experienced and committed staff work closely with students to understand their identity, capabilities, challenges, and aspirations. The school delivers an integrated education program that addresses the literacy, numeracy, work-related, and personal development needs of young people aged 15-19. By embracing a student-centric approach and offering career pathways support, the school aims to re-engage students in learning and prepare them for further study or employment.
As an initiative of the Brotherhood of St Laurence, the David Scott School provides a best-practice model of learning and support that can be replicated in other settings. The school’s innovative applied learning model is informed by evidence-based practices to effectively re-engage and maintain young people in education. With a vision to empower all young people to reach their potential, the David Scott School continues to support its students even after they graduate, ensuring a successful transition to further education, training, or employment.
