Thebarton Senior College is a co-ed government secondary school serving students from diverse backgrounds.
Thebarton Senior College is a co-ed government secondary school serving students from diverse backgrounds. The college offers VET certificate courses alongside SACE Stage 1 and 2, with dedicated English programs for students from non-English speaking backgrounds through the New Arrivals Program. Pathways include a School-based Apprentice or Trainee Program, a Pathway to Policing program, and a Special Interest Academy. Twilight classes support Stage 2 students balancing work and study. The college suits families seeking flexible, practical learning options alongside traditional qualifications, and welcomes international students and newcomers to Australia.
Thebarton Senior College is also known as TSC Torrensville.
Thebarton Senior College is a large government secondary school with approximately 1,284 students. It offers education for years U, 11-12. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Thebarton Senior College is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Thebarton Senior College has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.0:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 21% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care.
Thebarton Senior College is located in Torrensville, SA, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 951 (25th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is below average, which means the school serves a community with greater socio-educational challenges. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.