R.I.S.E. College is a new alternative secondary school opening in 2027, built for young people in years 11 and 12 who are ready for something different. Real-world learning, genuine support and pathways that actually go somewhere.
We're building it right now, and we want you to be part of it.
We're currently recruiting a founding Principal and key staff to bring R.I.S.E. College to life. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a school from the ground up, from its culture and curriculum to its community.
Contact our recruitment team →Whether you're a young person looking for a fresh start, or a parent or carer exploring options, we'd love to hear from you. Register and we'll update you on enrolment dates, how we're different, and what's next.
Register your interest →R.I.S.E. College is founded by CoAct, a community services organisation committed to improving outcomes for young Australians. R.I.S.E. stands for Resilience, Identity, Skills and Engagement, the 4 things we believe every young person needs to thrive.
We're not building a traditional school. R.I.S.E. College is specifically designed for young people in years 11 and 12 who are disengaged from mainstream education, or for whom traditional schooling hasn't worked. Small by design. Strengths-based by philosophy. Built for young people who deserve a school that works for them.
Hands-on projects, industry partnerships and vocational qualifications alongside academic study. Because life skills and purpose matter as much as marks.
Small by design. Trauma-informed. Relationship-centred. Every student is known by name and supported to succeed on their own terms.
R.I.S.E. College wasn't dreamed up in a boardroom. It was shaped by the young people it will serve. Their ideas, their voices, their school.
The capacity to face challenges, recover from setbacks and keep going. At R.I.S.E. College, we build resilience through real experiences, strong relationships and a positive culture.
Knowing who you are is the foundation for everything else. We support every student to understand their strengths, their values and the direction they want their life to take.
Not just academic skills, but life skills, vocational skills and the practical capabilities that open doors. Students at R.I.S.E. College earn real qualifications and real-world experience alongside their education.
Learning only works when young people want to be there. How we teach, how we connect and how we support are all designed to keep young people engaged, included and invested in their own future at R.I.S.E. College.
R.I.S.E. College is coming soon. Register today to stay updated and be among the first to receive application and enrolment information.
