Is Ontrack a Good Fit?
Choosing the Right Place to Grow
Ontrack College is designed for young people who need a smaller, more personalised learning environment to re-engage with education. To ensure we can meet each student’s needs well, it’s important to understand whether our program is the right fit before beginning the enrolment process. This helps us support students safely, consistently, and with the structure they need to move forward.
Who Thrives at Ontrack?
Use the checklists below to see whether our environment aligns with your child’s needs.
Who Ontrack Is Designed For
Ontrack is a good environment for students who:
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Have not thrived in mainstream schooling and need a different environment
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Want to re-engage with learning, even if it feels challenging
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Are willing to participate, try, and take steps toward positive change
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Benefit from calm routines, clear expectations, and predictable structure
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Need smaller classes and close support to feel safe and confident
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Respond well to practical, hands-on learning and personalised goals
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Are ready to build strong habits.
Who Ontrack May Not Be Suitable For
Ontrack is not a good fit for students who:
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Are unwilling to engage in learning or school routines
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Frequently refuse participation or oppose expectations
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Are not ready for a calm, structured environment
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Require intensive or specialised support beyond what our small team can provide
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Find small classes or close supervision unsuitable
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Want a large-school experience or fully mainstream setting
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Are not ready to work toward positive behaviour and learning habits
What We Provide
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A calm and structured learning environment
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Small class sizes with supportive relationships
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Practical, hands-on learning opportunities
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Clear expectations and predictable routines
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Nutritious breakfast and lunch prepared fresh on site each day
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A caring, Christ-centred school culture
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Opportunities for growth and progress
What We Expect
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Willingness to try
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Regular attendance
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Respect for staff and peers
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Engagement with learning tasks
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Openness to feedback
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Effort toward positive behaviour
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Willingness to build positive relationships
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​Commitment to follow school routines
Take the First Step
To ensure the best fit for your child, Ontrack College requires an enrolment application before tours, meetings, or interviews are offered. This allows us to understand your child’s needs and assess whether we can provide the right support and environment.​
Once we have reviewed your application, we will contact you about the next steps, which may include a school visit or an interview.
