The first students at Point Cook's newest school - one of five new government-funded schools opened in Melbourne's growth corridor this week - were given a warm welcome by the Premier.

Speaking at the opening assembly, Mr Brumby welcomed the beginning of the 2010 school year, which will see 750 pupils study at the school.

"We know Victorian families want the best possible education for their kids, that's why we are opening new schools and redeveloping schools across the state," he said.

A product of the State Government's push towards public-private funding partnerships, Point Cook P-9 College in Tom Roberts Parade was one of 11 schools funded under a $255 million program targeted at growth suburbs.

"Alkira Secondary College, Cranbourne Carlisle Primary School, Derrimut Primary School, Point Cook Prep-Year 9 College and Taylors Hill Primary School will become the latest additions to Victoria's outstanding school network," he said.

Mr Brumby said the new schools would be a boost for families in Melbourne's booming outer suburbs.

"These new Partnerships Victoria schools will enable Victorian students to get the best possible education in state-of-the-art buildings, no matter where they live.".

The Premier was given a tour of the school buildings, including specialised information technology and home economics rooms, and dropped in on a grade 1 class to read with students.

The college also boasts a YMCA amenity and a community centre.

Another two schools being financed under the program, Truganina South Primary School and the co-educational, select-entry Cory High School, will open in Wyndham next year, with construction already under way.