We cater for the diversity of students by providing a broad VELS based curriculum for Years 7 to 10.

We emphasise the development of numeracy, literacy and computer skills.

For many years, the wide range of co-curricular activities has been the strength of Ararat College.  

Our students are offered a breadth of opportunities through;

• Sport - House level, Wimmera, Western Victoria, State level.
• Music - Instrumental music tuition, stage and brass bands.
• Public speaking and debating.
• College musical production - held annually since 1984.
• Leadership - SRC, house captaincy, college production.
• Camps and extended excursion programs from Years 7 to 12.
• Outdoor education programs to develop initiative and self reliance.
• Work Experience Program in Year 10.
• Welfare program through pastoral care role of our chaplain.
• Academic and vocational programs.

The friendly and supportive learning environment is a valued feature of our college.  Our teachers endeavour to make learning purposeful, challenging and relevant through individual and group work.

There is a quiet working atmosphere in our college where teachers seek to promote respect, openness and sensitivity of others in a caring positive environment that nurtures our students in forming appropriate values.