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Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program (SEALP)  

Belmont High School is a long-term member of The Academy of Accredited SEAL Schools (TAASS). We offer an accredited select-entry accelerated learning program for our gifted and high potential students for Year 7 to 9. 

Curriculum acceleration in the SEAL program differs from our mainstream classes in that it:  

  • provides a faster-paced curriculum with less repetition 
  • supports greater study of abstract, complex and in-depth concepts
  • supports students to develop complex, high-level investigative, problem-solving and creative thinking skills
  • fosters a learning environment where students are challenged by their intellectual peers and develop academically, socially and emotionally. 

 

The Program  

At Belmont High School students undertaking this program will be accelerated in English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Languages. Other subjects will be studied with mainstream classes including, Arts, Technology and Physical Education & Health.  

 

The aims of the program are:  

  • to create a more challenging learning environment 
  • to guarantee proficiency in the Vic Curriculum (Years 7-10)
  • to provide an opportunity for highly talented and motivated students to undertake a school program that meets their specific needs (including post Year 3 SEAL).  

Students in this program complete the schools Year 7-10 curriculum in three years instead of the usual four.  

They may then opt to:  

  1. Complete VCE in two years and enter tertiary education earlier. 
  2. Include additional subjects over 3 years. Including additional VCE units, first year university subjects and/or VET subjects.
  3. Consolidate some Year 10 subjects and select limited VCE subject in Year 4 to extend themselves in areas of special interest, whilst broadening their educational base. 

 

Selection Process  

The selection process for the Belmont High School Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program (SEALP) will be based on:  

  • General aptitude test evaluating mathematics, problem solving, comprehension and writing abilities
  • Primary teacher evaluations and recommendations 
  • Parent/Guardian questionnaire 
  • Potential interview with the student and parent/guardian
  • Grade 5 NAPLAN and Semester 2 reports. 

Please note: Belmont High School must adhere to the Department of Education Priority Order for Placement policy for enrolment. This includes the SEALP class. Proof of residential address must be included with Application Form.  

Information regarding PROOF OF RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS is available  here: 100-point-address-checklist

Applications for the Year 7 2026 intake close on Friday 28 March.

For further information please see the Information Booklet (attached) and Application Form (attached).