Beginning high school is an exciting milestone for your child. But helping them balance their sport and education alongside their natural physical growth and shifting social dynamics can be challenging. At Central Coast Sports College (CCSC), we help your child navigate the transition into high school by providing a supportive environment that values individuality as much as academic and athletic success.
If your child is heading into Years 7, 8 and 9 and loves court sports like netball or basketball, here’s why CCSC may be the perfect fit for your family.
How does CCSC integrate netball and basketball?
Our netball and basketball programs are designed to incorporate physical training into your child’s daily high school routine. This is important as, according to the Our Futures Institute, physical activity is crucial for the cognitive, psychological, and physical development of early adolescents.
Our student athletes benefit from:
- Use of the latest sporting equipment and facilities.
- Up to two hours of daily training in their chosen specialised sport, led by experienced coaches.
- Strength and conditioning sessions to enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury.
- On-site access to a physiotherapist and a massage therapist.
- Attending exhibition matches, including opportunities for interstate and overseas tours with our coaches.
- Balanced, chef-prepared meals to ensure growing bodies have the nutrition they need to excel.
- Continuous monitoring of individual progress through structured goal setting.
While these athletic benefits are available across all our sporting programs, our netball and basketball programs are tailored even further. Here’s how:
The advantages of our netball school program
Whether your child dreams of becoming a professional netballer or is simply passionate about the sport, our program provides the resources and support they need to thrive.
Some of the key features of our netball school program include:
- Alignment with the Netball NSW framework and Central Coast Heart, which acts as a key feeder for the Talented Athlete Immersion Program (TAiP).
- Pathways to elite competitions, such as the Premier League and Metro League.
- Coaching and mentorship led by Head Coach Jessika Watson, who brings 27 years of experience as both an elite player and an accredited coach.
- A chance to represent the college in a range of competitions, including HRIS, AICES, CIS and the NGS Super Schools Cup.
The advantages of our basketball school program
If your child loves basketball, our specialised program focuses on developing all future hoopers, including young women.
To prepare our student athletes to excel in multiple roles on the court, our basketball program features:
- Access to advanced shooting equipment.
- Pathways to elite competitions, such as Basketball NSW regional and state championships, and the Australian Schools Championships.
- Elite, specialised coaching and mentorship.
- A chance to represent the college in a range of competitions, including HRIS, AICES and CIS.
How does CCSC balance sport and education?
Trying to balance education and sporting ambition while transitioning to high school can be tough. But it doesn’t have to be. At CCSC, our flexible and supportive education model enables your child to excel in all areas. We offer:
- Customised learning plans: Tailored academic support to help them manage their studies and pursue their passions.
- Big Picture Learning model: Personalised, student-centred learning, allowing your child to gain hands-on work experience to support their education.
- Non-ATAR options: As your child moves into their senior years, we offer non-ATAR pathways to uni to support your child’s journey after college.
How does CCSC foster a safe and supportive learning environment?
Our focus is to ensure all our student athletes feel secure, respected and connected throughout their entire schooling journey, especially during their transition into high school in year 7. Our PROSPER framework prioritises positive emotions, building strong relationships, achieving meaningful outcomes and developing individual strengths.
Join our school netball and basketball programs today
Help your child unlock their full potential, both on the court and in the classroom. If you’re interested in enrolling your year 7, 8 or 9 child in our netball or basketball school programs in 2027, now is the time to book a tour and apply online.