Academic Extension Program

This program is designed for high-achieving, motivated students who thrive on challenge and want to deepen their learning. Our Academic Extension program brings together like-minded students and provides opportunitites for extension and enrichment across Mathematics, English, Science and Humanities and Social Sciences (MESH) subjects.

Students can be in all four academic extension classes or the subject(s) they demonstrate proficiency.

Aligned with our school values CARE: Calm, Achieve, Respect and Engage, the program nurtures high order problem-solving, critical, creative and analytical thinking.

Program Features

• Academic Extension is available in Years 7-10
• Extension and enrichment activities
• Delivered by experienced and passionate teachers
• Opportunities to engage with guest speakers and excursions
• Differentiated learning program and assessments
• Student selection based on academic testing

Student Opportunities

• ATAR and University pathway
• Access to University open days and career expos
• Participation in extracurricular activities
• Engage with guest speakers and external competitions
• Engage with mentors across the college community

To Apply

To apply for the Academic Extension Program, parents must:

1. Complete and return Expression of Interest – Enrolment (Part A) Form
2. Complete and return a Specialist Programs Information and Application Form
3. Register to enrol in a trial/testing day (CLOSED FOR 2027)

Applications are closed for 2027. Look out for applications to re-open for Year 7 2028

Trial Info & Dates

Trials were held at Dianella Secondary College on:

• Tuesday 9 June 2026 from 9:00am – 12:00pm
• Thursday 11 June 2026 from 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Offers

Offers are based on students meeting the program criteria and on available positions each year.

All applicants will be communicated results following the completion of the trial/testing process.