The Pavilion is an educational setting for young people within the Northern Metropolitan Region who are disengaged from education and/or training. While all Pavilion students are enrolled at Banksia – La Trobe Secondary College, they attend the Pavilion, which is located off site in a community setting in West Heidelberg. The school is designed as a transition and/or re-integration centre for up to 60 young people between the ages of 14 -20 who wish to access educational support that is tailored to meet individual needs. There is a small and dedicated staff team at the Pavilion that consists of experienced and professional social workers and teachers.

Uniquely, the Pavilion places equal emphasis upon social work and education so that young people can develop in a holistic environment that caters for the whole young person. The Pavilion operates upon a relationship based model where staff and students work together to create and achieve new goals. The classes at the Pavilion are relaxed, supportive and friendly. There are never more than 12 students in a class and the Pavilion maintains a ‘Calm Classroom’ that is quiet and respectful.

The Pavilion is a safe place for young people to re-enter the education system.