Formal Venues Where a Year 12 or Graduation Party Feels Worth Celebrating
School events are the time to recognise effort, mark endings, and celebrate community. Whether it’s a
year 12 formal party, graduation dinner, or awards ceremony, the venue should feel intentional and welcoming.
At Amberlee Receptions, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Our venue supports school events of any style, for groups from around 50 up to 350. Our team gets the stakes: the nerves, the excitement, the need for reliability. That’s why schools come back again and again — it’s about how we hold your evening, not just where.
Two Distinct Spaces, One Confident Venue
Our two ballrooms serve different purposes but always work together:
- Elizabeth’s Ballroom provides room for formal sit-down dinners, ceremonies, and performances. Its polished dance floor and classic lighting give formals the weight they deserve.
- Cameo Ballroom is perfect for pre-event gatherings, run-throughs, or quiet preparation. Teachers and students can gather, plan, or take a breather before the main event.
Capacity varies with style:
- 50 to 250 guests for seated dinners
- 120 to 350 guests for cocktail-style events
Whether you host in one room or both, we’ll ensure layout, timing, and logistics support the event and do not distract from it.
What You Actually Get
Here’s how our formal venues can make the year 12 and graduation party easier and more memorable:
- Flexible layout options— tailored to your event flow—dinner, awards, speeches or dancing
- Dance floor included—our large polished floor encourages everyone to join in
- Atmospheric lighting—warm chandelier lights make every photo look intentional
- AV ready—microphone and PA system built in, tested and ready to use
- Customisable catering—menus adjusted for groups, dietary needs, culture or age
- On-site parking—ample complimentary bays for students, teachers and parents
With every booking, your team receives a detailed checklist—timings, access windows, vendor flow—so nothing is left to chance on the night.
Why Book our Venue for Year 12 and Graduation Formal Party
Schools return time after time because Amberlee Receptions feels different. It’s not only because of the venue but the team that values the same experience you do. Key reasons include:
- Consistency in delivery — Every event unfolds according to plan — from seating to speeches, timing is tightly managed, and our staff stay two steps ahead throughout. You won’t need to double-check anything; we make sure everything happens just when it should.
- Clear communication — From your first enquiry to the end of the night, you deal with one person who understands your brief inside out. This single line of contact removes confusion and keeps planning smooth, clear, and stress-free.
- Adaptable service — Need to adjust numbers or restructure the evening’s flow? We revise floorplans, catering, or timing with ease. Our team works around your school’s changing needs without missing a beat.
- Student-centred approach — We know how to keep students engaged while maintaining the formality of a milestone event. It’s a space where students can celebrate freely — with the structure still respectfully in place.
Looking to Secure School Event Spaces?
If your school is searching for reliable graduation party venues or elegant year 12 formal venues, and you value space that looks good and runs smoothly — Amberlee Receptions is ready.
Reach out today to check availability, schedule a walkthrough, or discuss a package that suits your school size, format, and budget.
Host with purpose. Celebrate with confidence. Choose a venue with an experience that doesn’t feel like just another booking.
Dial us on 0433 633 760 to speak with a member of our events team.
Allow us to organise your next school function – whether it’s a school formal venue, graduation ceremony, awards night, showcasing of talents, school fundraiser, deb ball or valedictory dinner, our team of experienced staff will help make your next celebration a function to remember.
At Amberlee Receptions, we can accommodate both intimate and grand events in our function rooms. Depending on the event type and room layout requirements, our Ballrooms can accommodate 50 to 250 guests for formal sit down or 120 to 350 for Cocktail Social.
Our Elizabeth’s Ballroom can be used for your performances, whilst the Cameo Ballroom can be used to get ready, a quick practice and even have a quick bite.
Features:
- Spacious Room
- Large Polished Dancefloor
- Elegant Chandelier Lighting
- Equipped with PA system and microphone
- Endless ideas for room decorations
- Quality and diverse food selections
- Ability to tailor dining options to suit your preferences
- Special packages to suit your needs
- Ample complimentary car parking on-site
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the change-room or green-room situation?
The Cameo Ballroom makes a great prep or green room if students want a space to settle before heading into Elizabeth’s Ballroom.
What about accessibility for students or guests with disabilities?
Both ballrooms are ground level with ramp access. Restrooms include accessible stalls, and we can help with layout for wheelchairs or carers.
Will teachers and students share tables, or are spaces separated?
That’s totally up to you. We’ll help with seating plans or advice—whether you mix tables or do separate zones for staff.
Can we show a slideshow or video on a big screen?
Yes—our AV system supports video playback. We’ll test your media beforehand so it runs smoothly on the night.
