South Oakleigh College prides itself on our connections to our community.
We strive to ensure that our students value and nurture the partnerships we have with our community as we build a culture of connection. We have students leading the way, playing key roles at community events.
College Council
The School Council is formed according to the guidelines set down by the Department of Education (DE). Its membership is a locally agreed model based upon these guidelines. The School Council sets policy directions, but the day-to-day operation of the school is the responsibility of the Principal.
At the beginning of each school year, a notice of School Council Elections and Call for Nominations is published on the school website and through Compass. Our College Council comprises students, staff, parents and community members and meets every month. The Finance Committee and Facilities Committee also meet before every council meeting.
Notice of School Council Election & Call for Nominations 2027
An Election is to be conducted for members of the school council of South Oakleigh College.
All government schools in Victoria have a school council. They have legally constituted bodies that are given powers to set the broad direction of a school, in accordance with Ministerial Order 1280 Constitution of Government School Councils, and the Education and Training Reform Act 2006. In doing this, a school council may directly influence the quality of education for students.
Notice of Election and Call for Nominations of:
- Three Parents to be elected:
- Two Students to be elected:
- One Employees to be elected:
Nomination forms are available via the attached links above or from the General Office
Important dates
- Closing date for nominations:
2026 Nominations now closed. 2027 Nominations TBC. - Date by which the list of candidates and nominators will be posted:
2026 Nominations now closed. 2027 Nominations TBC. - Date by which ballot papers will be prepared and distributed:
2026 Nominations now closed. 2027 Nominations TBC. - Close of Ballot:
2027 TBC - Vote Count:
2027 TBC - Declaration of Poll:
2027 Results TBC - Special council meeting to co-opt Community Members:
2027 TBC - First council meeting to elect office-bearers:
2027 TBC
For further information regarding School Council and the upcoming School Council election please refer to the following fact sheet: Fact Sheet InforSchool Council Fact sheetsmation for Parents and Students
School Council Meeting Dates 2026:
- Tuesday 17 February
- Tuesday 17 March
- Tuesday 28 April
- Tuesday 19 May
- Tuesday 16 June
- Tuesday 21 July
- Tuesday 18 August
- Tuesday 15 September
- Tuesday 20 October
- Tuesday 17 November
- Tuesday 8 December
Community Partners & Connections
We are proud to have valuable partnerships with several organisations:
- Skyline Foundation
- Rotary Club of Oakleigh, Clayton and Huntingdale
- Bendigo Bank (Murrumbeena Branch)
Alumni
Every South Oakleigh College student is an important part of our history and, through our Alumni, we want to stay in touch with you, and help you stay in touch with your former classmates. By becoming a member of our Alumni, you can stay up to date with events and, if you wish, discover ways to remain involved with the College.
Fundraising & Philanthropy
As part of our work in the community, South Oakleigh College is proud to raise money for a number of organisations. Our annual Walkathon held at the end of Term 1 every year raises money for the Monash Children’s Hospital Clayton. Over the past two years our school has raised over $30,000 for the education department of the hospital.
Our Student Representative Council holds numerous fundraisers throughout the year including The Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea and Wellfest Week.
