INDEPENDENT
Schools Guide
2018
Choosing the right school for your child PLUS \ SCHOOL PROFILES & FEES
STONNINGTON & BOROONDARA
INSPIRING THE POTENTIAL WITHIN
mlc.vic.edu.au +61 3 9274 6316 207 Barkers Road Kew Victoria 3101 Australia
10–16 Ranfurlie Crescent Glen Iris, Victoria P: +61 3 9811 0200 E: admissions@korowa.vic.edu.au www.korowa.vic.edu.au
Courage, Respect, Integrity and Service A leader in girls' education for more than 127 years, Korowa students are resilient, well-rounded girls who are strongly supported by a connected, engaged and welcoming community of staff, alumni and families. We value service to our local, national and international communities.
Open Mornings Wednesday 28 March Wednesday 23 May Wednesday 8 August Saturday 8 September Thursday 25 October
See our school in action at an Open Morning. Register at www.korowa.vic.edu.au/tours
All-girls Prep – Year 12, Co-ed ELC
Educated decision
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● MELISSA HEAGNEY
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS GUIDE EDITOR & WRITER \ MELISSA HEAGNEY NATIONAL SALES DIRECTOR EDUCATION \ NICOLE BECCHETTI
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n life, there are many choices parents make for their children from the time they are nothing but a “twinkle in the eye”, as my dear old grandfather used to say. One of the most important decisions, and one that can cause a huge amount of stress for parents, is which school to choose for their children. There are more than 9400 schools across Australia. Of these, more than 2700 are independent schools, each offering something unique for students’ academic and broader education. And with so much to consider for their future generations, it’s no wonder mums, dads and extended families can find themselves in a pickle when it comes to making this decision. Is religious or secular a better choice? What about a larger school? Or should it be a smaller, single campus with fewer students? Is a single-sex school a better way to go than coeducational? Or is it better to have a mix of boys and girls? In this edition of The Weekly Review’s Independent Schools Guide, we’ll be looking to give parents and carers the information they need to make that decision a little easier. After all, schools shape students in myriad ways. Through schools, educators are able to introduce young minds to new ideas, knowledge and life skills. The school grounds are where students make lifelong friends and meet mentors who will influence them far beyond their formal years in education. And then there’s the discovery of what a student is most passionate about in their studies and lives. Whether that is something inside or outside the classroom – it can help them find their pathway to a happy life and a fulfilling career. And really, what more could a parent want for their child?
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MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE
EXPERT TIPS FOR CHOOSING A SCHOOL It goes without saying that making important choices in life can be difficult. When it comes to a child’s education, there is, unsurprisingly, always an added element of stress to making the right decision. So how do parents navigate the difficulties of making a decision about the future for their families? Here’s what the education experts advise:
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Write a list
Attend school open days
The Raising Children Network and Centre for Adolescent Health suggests parents write a list to include the types of things they’re looking for in a school before starting the search. “Before your school search starts, it could help to come up with a list of five things that are most important to you [and your child] in your choice of a school. As you go through the schoolselection process, think about this list – you might want to add to or revise it as you gather more information.” More at: raisingchildren.net.au
Going along to school events, including open days, gives parents the opportunity to ask questions and see how the school works. Being able to see first hand the students and teachers in action will provide a good sense of the school culture, the layout, programs, facilities and other information you may be looking for as a parent. You can also try school fetes or concerts to check out what’s on offer.
Your finances & where you live Fees and other financial costs associated with a school will always inform the final decision any parent makes. While some parents will be looking for a school closer to home, others may consider boarding either interstate or (from) overseas as an option to ensure their child receives their education of choice.
Keep calm Associate Professor Helen Proctor, an education researcher with the University of Sydney, advises parents to make a calm decision: “There are so many pressures on contemporary parents that it sometimes seems as if anxiety is supposed to be the natural companion of parenting,” Proctor says. “Really most schools do a good job most of the time. “Most teachers want to do the best for your child. Most children are keen to learn, despite how they sometimes act. “No school is perfect – but a school’s, or teacher’s, imperfections sometimes become the challenges that provide the best learning experiences for young people.”
Talk to other parents T Parents can also get a good sense of a school, its culture, ethos and academic outcomes, through word of mouth. Chatting to the parents of children already at a school can give an insight that you may not otherwise get. They can be honest about the pros and cons of the school and let you know why (and how) they made their choice.
TAKE FIVE
“Before your school search starts, it could help to come up with a list of five things that are most important to you in your choice of a school.”
Research, research, research School websites are a really handy way for parents to find out about the school. Most schools will also have a socialmedia account that can give parents (and potential students) a look behind the scenes at what happens day to day.
Remember, you’re choosing for your child, not you While you may love the idea of a certain school, including your own alma mater, think about whether this is the best option for your child. Will they fit into the culture at the school and does it offer the types of subjects that play to their strengths, academically and otherwise? ●
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ALIA COLLEGE
At Alia College, students take responsibility for their own learning in a supportive community. A lack of unnecessary rules and restrictions allows individuals to learn unhindered, and small class sizes mean teachers spend more time with each student. Being a democratic school means that students have a say in many aspects of how Alia College is run, and are encouraged to speak up and give their opinions. Value is placed on communication, initiative, acceptance and academics. But don’t take our word for it, come and see Alia College for yourself. Call today to arrange a brief visit, or register for one of our information nights.
2018 Information Nights Wednesday 14 February Monday 19 March Thursday 19 April Tuesday 5 June
03 9822 9622
Monday 30 July Thursday 13 September Tuesday 30 October
www.alia.vic.edu.au
THE BA SICS
Alia College
YEARS 405 Tooronga Road, Hawthorn East, Vic, 3123
7 – 12
ENQUIRIES
DENOMINATION
+61 3 9822 9622, www.alia.vic.edu.au
Non-denominational
info@alia.vic.edu.au GENDER Coeducational
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PRIN CIPA L \ RO B E R T M O RG A N
lia College is a small, alternative, independent, coeducational, non-denominational secondary school, with an environment very different from the mainstream. Students enjoy the more relaxed “university” style of learning. The school perceives education as a journey that is built around such values as tolerance and compassion, creativity, self-expression, integrity and intellectual inquiry. Alia College seeks to develop students who are reactive and creative thinkers encouraged and supported by a passionate and good-humoured team of collaborative educators. Students feel respected and connected with staff and are more likely to be engaged in learning. This is one of our great strengths – we are a relational community. Alia College seeks to empower students by creating multiple opportunities to take responsibility and be involved in decision making and problem solving. This supportive school culture encourages open communication, which in turn supports a sense of connectedness within the school. This is achieved through a commitment and emphasis on group meetings and community activities. We encourage students to trial the school prior to enrolment to ensure that they and their families are happy to be part of our school community.
FEES POA BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Bob Morgan is an educator with over 40 years’ teaching experience. That Alia exists and nourishes is due to his vision and determination to create a school where students are treated as individuals and relationships are based on mutual trust.
SCHOOL CULTURE
CO-CURRICULAR
CAMPS
LANGUAGES
Alia College fosters a sense
Extra-curricular activities
Alia College runs two
In addition to Latin,
of openness and respect in
at Alia College are never
whole-school camps: an
students can choose to
communication through
static; they develop, change
orientation camp at the
study French or Japanese,
student-run home-room
and grow as the students
beginning of the year; and
and many continue with
meetings and small classes
wish. Some years, debating
another camp to finish the
these languages into VCE.
that enable students to
has been popular, while
year off. The school also
Some students also elect to
speak closely with teachers,
inter-school sports, sailing
runs optional snow camps,
travel overseas for a term or
which promotes a respectful
and even aikido have been
overseas trips and
a year to improve their
and tolerant community.
popular in other years.
adventure camps to Colac.
language ability.
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CREATE YOUR TOMORROW
Camberwell Girls Grammar School offers opportunities for every student to be the creator of high quality work, in an environment focused firmly on the future.
DISCOVER MORE ON A SCHOOL TOUR Visit cggs.vic.edu.au
Camberwell Girls Grammar School
THE BA SICS
SENIOR SCHOOL
www.cggs.vic.edu.au
2 Torrington Street, Canterbury, Vic, 3126
admissions@cggs.vic.edu.au
ENQUIRIES 9813 1166
JUNIOR SCHOOL YEARS
4 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury, Vic, 3126
ELC – year 12
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PRIN CIPA L \ D E B B IE D U NWO O DY
uality education for girls ensures that the world has diversity of thought, a perspective that values collaboration and the benefit of talent, creativity and ideas of half of the world’s population. At Camberwell Girls, we are constantly building new programs, experiences and opportunities both in and out of the classroom to ensure that our students are fully prepared for their futures. Our curriculum is diverse and challenging and it plays a significant role in assisting our students to identify their interests and strengths. We want to equip our students with the skills to enable them to create their own opportunities in the future. STEAM in education is crucial. It allows our students to develop entrepreneurial skills and to create jobs that will grow the economy. We don’t just want our students to use technology. We want them to be creators of it. Coding is taught at all year levels and we have robots as permanent members of our community. We are extremely proud of our diverse, multicultural and highly inclusive community. From early learning to year 12 – everybody is welcome and everybody belongs. Camberwell Girls Grammar School offers opportunities for every student to be the creator of high-quality work, in an environment focused firmly on the future. Our students leave the school with a determination to pursue their dreams.
DENOMINATION A ATION Anglican GENDER Girls only; coeducational ELC FEES $19,626 (ELC) – $26,821 (Y12) BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Debbie Dunwoody is the sixth principal of Camberwell Girls. With a strong 33-year career in education, she is committed to seeing students pursue their passions and interests to create their tomorrow.
FUTURE FOCUSED
CO-CURRICULAR
SERVICE LEARNING
WELLBEING
An education focused firmly
We know the benefits of a
Camberwell Girls
Wellbeing is fundamental
on the future is vital. We
balanced lifestyle and
empowers students to lead
to positive academic and
recently opened the doors to
opportunities to participate
with humility and inspires
social growth. Our own
a new MakerSpace as part
in activities outside the
them to make a difference
model ensures a respectful,
of a commitment to provide
classroom are endless. With
by contributing to build a
safe, connected, nurturing
students with the best
over 70 offerings, from
more just and sustainable
and encouraging
learning opportunities to
sport to music and
world. We have dedicated
environment exists so
ensure they become
everything in between –
service-learning classes
students can flourish in
motivated and creative
there is something for
to encourage our students
both academic and
inventors.
every student.
to take action.
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THE BA SICS
Camberwell Grammar School
YEARS 4-year-old pre-preparatory – year 12
55 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury, Vic, 3126 DENOMINATION ENQUIRIES
Anglican
+61 3 9835 1777, www.cgs.vic.edu.au GENDER
registrar@cgs.vic.edu.au
Boys only
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PRIN CIPA L \ D R PAU L G H I C KS
s a student of Camberwell Grammar School, your son will join an impressive legacy of men who have been educated at our school since 1886. Today, we remain one of Melbourne’s leading independent schools for boys. Our impressive campus caters for students from pre-preparatory to year 12, blending gracious period architecture with exciting contemporary design and state-of-the-art facilities. With about 1300 students, your son benefits from the personalised attention of a smaller school and the extensive facilities of a larger school. While our school enjoys an impressive reputation for academic excellence, this success stems from a culture where students, staff and parents work together to cultivate a supportive and inclusive school community. It’s a friendly, safe and energetic learning community where students can explore a well-rounded education across a wide range of fields: academic, sporting, artistic and spiritual – creating confident young men able to thrive in an ever-changing global world. Alongside academic pursuits, we take pride in helping our students to develop solid values, respect, integrity and an appreciation of the world around them. We encourage students to be inquisitive, view issues and problems from a range of perspectives and to see learning as an ongoing adventure.
FEES POA BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Dr Paul Hicks (BA, MEd PhD History) has led Camberwell Grammar School since 2005. He was educated at Melbourne and Cambridge universities. Dr Hicks has taught English and History for many years and still takes a class each year.
BOYS’ EDUCATION
SPORTS
MUSIC
STEM
We specialise in teaching
From year 7, students
Students demonstrate their
Sophisticated computing
boys. A comprehensive
choose two sports that align
talents through a calendar
for over 20 years, including
program includes a broad
with their interests and
of concerts, recitals and
laptops and CISCO
and challenging
talents from a list of more
church services.
networking. Mathematical
curriculum, a long
than 20 options. This
Curriculum variously
excellence has a long
tradition in the performing
allows your son to find an
comprises composition,
tradition with University
arts and a diverse sports
activity that will help him
dance and chamber music;
Mathematics on campus.
offering. Boys are
form a lifelong habit in
instrumental and ensemble
Science and Engineering
encouraged to be inquisitive
enjoying exercise.
music; music theory,
are prime tertiary-student
technology and recording.
destinations.
and respectful.
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Carey Baptist Grammar School
Inspiring Curiosity
Learn more at
carey.com.au
Carey Baptist Grammar School
THE BA SICS
KEW CAMPUS
admissions@carey.com.au
ENQUIRIES +61 3 9816 1222, www.carey.com.au
349 Barkers Road, Kew, Vic, 3101 DONVALE CAMPUS
YEARS
9 Era Court, Donvale, Vic, 3111
ELC – year 12
C
arey Baptist Grammar School is a Christian independent,
DENOMINATION
coeducational school from early learning to year 12. Carey
Baptist
works in partnership with families to develop wise,
PRIN CIPA L \ M R PH ILIP G RU T Z N E R
independent, motivated young people who are inspired and
GENDER
equipped to create positive change.
Coeducational
As one of Australia’s leading schools, Carey maintains a 50:50 gender balance, fostering the development of confidence, communication skills and self-esteem in both girls and boys. Students participate in community service; study different cultures, religions and beliefs; learn the importance of human rights; and are encouraged to respect and appreciate the world beyond their own experience. Recruiting and developing highly professional teaching and support staff is of utmost importance to us. Carey is known for being innovative, progressive and leading the way in best-practice teaching and learning, supporting strong academic results and personal development for each student. Carey’s philosophy of student-centred learning requires students to be active, responsible participants in their own learning, with the teacher working as a mentor, facilitator and guide. Carey students are curious, ambitious and engaged global citizens. We build on their individual qualities to develop young women and men who flourish and can lead and serve with courage, compassion and intelligence.
FEES $19,860 (ELC) – $30,740 (year 12) BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Educated at Melbourne Grammar and The University of Melbourne, and selected for a Leadership Course for Principals at Harvard, Philip Grutzner was appointed to Carey in 2010. He believes strongly in coeducational schools for a modern world.
CURRICULUM
CO-CURRICULAR
COMMUNITY
INNOVATION
Carey provides a
We maintain a balance
Carey students are engaged
Our new Centre for
curriculum to challenge,
with study, offering APS
members of their local,
Learning and Innovation
encourage and stimulate
and AGS sports, music,
national and global
is at the forefront of
each student. We offer IB
drama, yoga, dance, media,
communities. From ELC to
contemporary education
and VCE in senior school;
bikes, chess or St John
year 12, students are
and pedagogical thinking,
more than 50 elective
Ambulance – there is
encouraged and challenged
including a United Nations
subjects in middle school;
something for each
to think beyond their
room, Information Resource
and an enriching
individual. These activities
circumstances and to help
Centre, science labratories
collaborative, inquiry-based
foster creativity, spirit,
others, facilitated by our
and learning spaces to
approach at junior school.
leadership and teamwork.
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be immersed
discover caulfield grammar
Girls and boys are immersed in quality learning experiences at Caulfield Grammar School. From China to the arts, from earth studies to leadership, with the support of specialist teachers students enjoy learning and grow more. Our students’ achievements speak for themselves. From kindergarten to university level, students experience more. Wheelers Hill Campus, 74-82 Jells Rd. Wheelers Hill | Malvern Campus, Willoby Ave. Glen Iris | Caulfield Campus, 217 Glen Eira Rd. East St Kilda Discover more at www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au or call 9524 6300 Wheelers Hill | Malvern | CaulďŹ eld | Yarra Junction | Nanjing China
Caulfield Grammar School
THE BASICS
WHEELERS HILL CAMPUS
cgs@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au
ENQUIRIES +61 3 9524 6300 www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au
74-82 Jells Road, Wheelers Hill, Vic, 3150 MALVERN CAMPUS
YEARS
5 Willoby Avenue, Glen Iris, Vic, 3146
3yo kindergarten – year 12
CAULFIELD CAMPUS DENOMINATION
217 Glen Eira Road, East St Kilda, Vic, 3183
Anglican
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PRIN CIPA L \ REV ANDREW SY M E
aulfield Grammar offers a broader range of learning experiences and resources than most schools. With an emphasis on quality teaching for quality learning outcomes, girls and boys have more opportunities to discover their interests and develop their skills. Students can access a broad academic program as well as theatre, music, art, sports with specialist coaches and hands-on education outdoors at Yarra Junction Campus, which combines sustainable living with earth studies and dairy farming. Students in years 7 and 8 have the benefit of two teachers in their classrooms, a subject specialist and a learning mentor, who focuses on the academic and pastoral welfare of each child in their class group. The Internationalism Program for year 9 students at the school’s Nanjing Campus in China engages and excites young minds through experiential learning. Our unique learning programs provide a solid foundation for the academic rigours of the senior years and a strong foundation for life. The youngest members of the school community, from three-year-old kindergarten, are supported by specialist teachers in a safe and beautiful learning environment. Early-learning programs are designed to stimulate children’s imaginations and develop literacy, numeracy and social skills for success throughout their schooling.
GENDER Coeducational FEES $17,841 – $30,573 BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Rev Syme is a Fellow of the Australian College of Educational Leaders and his work has been recognised with the award of Excellence by a Principal. Mechanisms for improving learning outcomes and teaching are his focus.
COMMUNITY
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
MUSIC
SPORTS
A five-week immersion for
More than ever, today’s
Music, dance, theatre and
Specialised coaches,
year 9 students in the
students require an
visual arts are supported
trained in delivering
school’s Nanjing Campus
understanding of their
by specialist teachers and
age-appropriate sports
and the school’s
environment and their
outstanding resources to
programs for beginner to
community-service
impact on it. The school’s
challenge students and
elite level, deliver the sports
programs are just two of the
Yarra Junction campus is
bring out their best.
program at Caulfield
ways the school explicitly
an important resource with
Featuring more than 100
Grammar with a unique
works to give students a
eco-cabins, dairy farm and
concerts, performances,
approach designed to
strong sense of their place
education outdoors.
productions and
maximise engagement
exhibitions yearly.
and enjoyment.
in the community.
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CHRIST CHURCH GRAMMAR SCHOOL
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Leaders in education since 1898 CHRIST CHURCH GRAMMAR SCHOOL
HURCH SCHOOL
CHRIST CHURCH GRAMMAR SCHOOL
FAMILIES
CHERISHING FAMILIES
898
SINCE 1898
Come and find out more about Christ Church Grammar School CHRIST CHURCH HURCH Book online now for one of our tours SCHOOL GRAMMAR SCHOOL with the Principal www.ccgs.vic.edu.au or call our Registrar on THE 8533LEADING 7911 COEDUCATIONAL SCHOOL
ND BOYS
SCHOOL THROUGH TO YEAR 6
www.ccgs.vic.edu.au
An inner city, independent, Anglican, coeducational 3 Year Old-Year 6 school
THE BASICS
Christ Church Grammar School
YEARS 3-year-olds – year 6 DENOMINAT MINA ION MINAT
677 Punt Road, South Yarra, Vic, 3141
Anglican ENQUIRIES +61 3 9866 3540, www.ccgs.vic.edu.au
GENDER
registrar@ccgs.vic.edu.au
Coeducational
E
stablished in 1898, Christ Church Grammar School is a
FEES
leading, inner-city, independent, coeducational school that
$10,464 – $28,284
provides an outstanding education for children.
PRIN CIPA L \ C H RIS SY G A M B LE
We aspire to be the leading coeducational school for children through to year 6 by embracing explicit, evidencebased learning; enabling every child to be their best; ensuring our children learn in an environment grounded by love and faith; and by fostering caring, supportive and enduring relationships with children, families and the community. We are an inclusive community and treasure the unique spirit of each and every child. Quality teaching and learning, high expectations and supportive relationships encourage our young children to develop in character and to aspire to be their very best. From preparatory onwards, specialist teachers work with our children in a range of areas, including the arts, music, languages and physical education. We also offer a comprehensive co-curricular program that caters for diverse interests such as Latin, French, chess, computer coding, homework club, karate, gymnastics and drama. At Christ Church Grammar, we know that children learn best when their individual needs are identified and addressed in a nurturing, supportive and encouraging environment with positive role models.
BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Chrissy Gamble is a highly regarded educational leader, passionate about working in a school that embraces a well-grounded, wellrounded education, and fostering a child’s intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual development.
TEACHING/LEARNING
FAMILIES
OUR PARISH
COMMUNITY
Our high-quality
Christ Church Grammar
Proud of our connection
We understand the
curriculum ensures that
welcomes families, not just
with Christ Church South
importance of community
our teaching and learning
students. Diversity is
Yarra, as the only
connections and value our
program is both rigorous
celebrated and children,
coeducational Anglican
partnerships with the 2/14th
and enjoyable. We challenge
their families and our staff
parish kindergarten-year 6
Australian Field Regiment,
our students to achieve
are all cherished and
school in Victoria, we
the Shrine of Remembrance,
their very best and have
valued. We develop and
embed the Anglican faith
Red Dust Role Models and
small class sizes to
nurture trusting
and ethos into our daily
the Areyonga School, in a
maximise the engagement
relationships based on
practice, welcoming those of
remote Indigenous
of students and teachers.
respect and honesty.
all faiths and none.
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LEARNTODAY LEADTOMORROW “The best thing about De La Salle is the brotherhood. I believe that’s really what sets us apart from other schools in Melbourne.” Oliver O’Brien, Year 10
At De La Salle College, we build a community a brotherhood of Blue and Gold. Our students form bonds of lifelong friendship, mutual support and genuine camaraderie. To experience the difference, join us on a student-led College Tour. Bookings are essential. www.delasalle.vic.edu.au
A CATHOLIC EDUCATION FOR BOYS IN YEARS 4-12 1318 High Street, Malvern 3144 E: enrolment@delasalle.vic.edu.au P: 03 9508 2100
THE BA SICS
De La Salle College
YEARS TIVERTON CAMPUS
4 – 12
1318 High Street, Malvern, Vic, 3144 KINNOULL CAMPUS
DENOMINATION
Northbrook Avenue, Malvern, Vic, 3144
Catholic
ENQUIRIES
GENDER
+61 3 9508 2100, www.delasalle.vic.edu.au
Boys only
enrolment@delasalle.vic.edu.au FEES
E
PRIN CIPAL \ PE T E R H O U LIHA N
stablished in 1912, De La Salle College has a proud history as a leader in Catholic boys’ education in Melbourne. Our experience, coupled with a 21st-century approach to learning and teaching, ensures that we provide a holistic education tailored to individual needs. Respect is the foundation of all relationships at our College and we promote a culture of social justice and a community of faith and excellence. Our motto is learn, live, lead, representing our contemporary approach to all we do and the values we instil in the young men in our care. LEARN: We are a contemporary learning community striving for excellence, innovation and creativity, engaging the individual learner in the 21st-century world. LIVE: By embracing the breadth, opportunities and challenges of our co-curricular program, students access a rich and varied experience, and develop a strong compassion for those around them. LEAD: We recognise that today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders. That is why we develop young men who go into the world after school with the qualities of a confident leader: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skill.
$10,030 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ No
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Peter Houlihan is an experienced and dynamic educational leader with a focus on developing students’ 21st-century skills. He has Masters degrees in Education and Leadership. Peter operates on a platform of high expectations and innovation.
LANGUAGES
MUSIC
SPORT
SOCIAL
French and Italian are
Our exciting music
Sports offered include
We have close working
offered. Language study is
program provides
hockey, soccer, chess,
relationships with three
compulsory from years 4-8.
opportunities for every
basketball, cricket, AFL,
local Catholic girls’ schools
Primary students study
student to play, sing and
swimming, athletics, cross
– Star of the Sea, Sacré
Italian and year 7 students
perform. Music is
country, volleyball,
Cœur and OLSH – each of
study a semester of each
compulsory from years 4-8,
weightlifting, golf, snow
whom we partner with for
language before electing
becoming an elective from
sports, tennis and table
specific co-curricular
which to continue.
year 9. A large range of
tennis. Competitive sport is
activities, especially in
Mandarin classes are
ensembles are available,
timetabled into the school
the areas of drama, dance
also available.
including bands and choir.
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COEDUCATION OR SINGLE SEX? NEGOTIATING THE SOCIAL LANDSCAPE
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here has always been a lot of debate around what type of school is best for both the academic and wellbeing outcomes of young students. In Australia, parents are often weighing up whether it is better for their child to go to a single-sex school or to a coeducational school. It can be a difficult and complex choice to make. Not only because the findings of studies show single sex and coeducational schools are both good options for students academically – but also because parents are often considering how the choice will affect their maturing child emotionally and socially. Education researcher with The University of Sydney, Associate Professor Helen Proctor, says while many studies have been done and claims been made about the pros and cons of single sex and coeducation in Australia, there is no straightforward answer for parents making this choice. “Schools are such complex places and the gender make-up is one of many factors in schools,” she says. “A better question [for parents] to ask is how does the school manage its gender arrangements and what policies are in place to mitigate the downsides of either arrangement: coeducation or single sex?” Supporters of coeducation believe that being educated in a school with both genders reflects “real life”. That is, that once students reach university and/or the workforce, they will be learning and working with both men and women and being in a coeducational school better prepares students for this. While single-sex school supporters argue that classrooms are less distracting for young women and men, and each can be their authentic selves without playing into gender
stereotypes. In other words, young women feel less intimidated in science or maths classes and young men will perform music or theatre in front of their classmates. While many studies suggest that single-sex schools may become a thing of the past (a recent study stated that they would be obsolete by 2035), they are still a very popular choice in Melbourne and other Australian capitals. All-boys’ school Whitefriars College in the Melbourne suburb of Donvale agrees that single-sex education allows boys to develop without gender stereotypes. Principal Anthony Kirley says when making their choice, parents need to choose the school that best suits their child. “Young men have a particular need to be understood as males. The use of humour, rotational group work and kinaesthetic activities are essential for their growth,” Kirley says. “They are able to discuss topics of both refinement and sensitivity in a classroom without any view that it is a non-preferred way of thinking. “It is particularly important for boys who transition from primary school to have close male friends who can support them in and out of the classroom,” he says. “Our teachers specifically know the needs of young men and how to form strong relationships with them. “The old saying in boys’ schools, ‘boys learn teachers before subjects’, may not be grammatically correct, but the sentiment is very accurate. “We have a strong focus on developing men of conscience and character who are unafraid to be gentle men within our society.” ●
BEYOND STEREOTYPES
“A better question to ask is how does the school manage its gender arrangements.” ASSOCIATE CIA CIATE PROFESSOR HELEN PROCTOR
MELISSA HEAGNEY
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www.fintona.vic.edu.au
Fintona Girls’ School
THE BA SICS
79 Balwyn Road, Balwyn, Vic, 3103
YEARS ELC - year 12
ENQUIRIES
DENOMINATION
+61 3 9830 1388, www.fintona.vic.edu.au
Non-denominational
registrar@fintona.vic.edu.au GENDER ELC: coeducational;
F
PRIN CIPA L \ R AC HA E L FA LLO O N
intona Girls’ School is one of Melbourne’s leading independent schools with a long tradition of educating girls to the highest standard. Renowned for consistently achieving outstanding VCE and NAPLAN results, Fintona is firmly placed among the most successful schools in Victoria. Situated in the inner-eastern suburb of Balwyn, Fintona caters for girls from prep to year 12 and offers an earlylearning program for girls and boys. The Primary Years Programme of the International Baccalaureate Organisation is taught from ELC to year 4. Our friendly, supportive and caring environment, together with our broad-based education programs, provide girls with a variety of experiences that challenge them beyond expectations and prepare them for life beyond school. Inspired by strong leadership and dedicated teachers, a Fintona girl will find the confidence to achieve her academic and personal aspirations, whatever they may be. If you are considering a caring school with a focus on personal attention, then join us on one of our scheduled tours in 2018. Tours are a great opportunity to meet our new principal, Ms Rachael Falloon, an accomplished educator, and chat with our students and staff. For more information on our tours and how to book, visit our website.
prep – year 12: girls only FEES Prep $17,028 – year 12 $29,216 BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Rachael Falloon started as principal in 2018. Her goal is to develop young women who are agile learners – capable, confident and curious; young women who know themselves deeply, embrace opportunity and contribute positively to the world.
STUDENT WELLBEING
CO-CURRICULAR
GLOBAL EXPERIENCES
STEM
The commitment by staff to
We offer a variety of
Senior school students
The majority of our
the wellbeing of each of our
engaging activities that
can participate in study
girls study mathematics
students is a factor that sets
contribute to a balanced
tours and exchanges in
and/or science subjects
us apart. The school
education, including choir,
schools in Japan, France,
at VCE level. Initiatives
counsellor plays an
music ensembles, guides,
Scotland and Canada.
have been implemented to
important role by
house competitions, sport,
Another option is World
enhance research and
providing confidential
drama, public speaking,
Challenge, where students
investigative skills.
support and implementing
debating, Duke of
lead an educational
A recent trip to NASA
programs to develop
Edinburgh, overseas study
expedition overseas to a
provided our students with
resilience in students.
tours and clubs.
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Geelong Grammar School
ENQUIRIES +61 3 5273 9200, www.ggs.vic.edu.au admissions@ggs.vic.edu.au
14 Douglas Street, Toorak, Vic, 3142
PRIN CIPA L \ S T E PH E N M E E K
Private Mail Bag, Mansfield, Vic, 3722
YEARS
50 Biddlecombe Avenue, Corio, Vic, 3214
ELC – year 12
A
DENOMINATION
n independent Anglican coeducational boarding and day school, Geelong Grammar School boasts an international reputation as a pioneer of modern education. From its origins in 1855, the school has always had a distinctive character. After outgrowing several Geelong locations, the school moved to a 245-hectare site on the edge of Corio Bay in 1914, creating the unique learning and living environment that exists today. In 1953 it established Timbertop. A remote campus in the foothills of the Victorian Alps, Timbertop is a unique educational adventure that teaches valuable life skills, building confidence, resilience and independence. The school became coeducational in the early 1970s, preparing students for the dynamic of the modern world through enabling boys and girls to live and learn alongside each other. It is Australia’s largest coeducational boarding school. Spread across four specialist campuses, it has a nonselective enrolment policy and approximately 1500 students, from early learning to year 12, including more than 850 boarders. Our transformational Positive Education program is complemented by rigorous academic programs that create wonder, curiosity and a desire to learn. Senior school students have the choice of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma for entry into tertiary study.
Anglican GENDER Coeducational FEES POA BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Stephen Meek has been Geelong Grammar School Principal since 2004. He was previously headmaster of Hurstpierpoint College (UK). He holds a Master of Arts (First-class Honours) in Medieval and Modern History from St Andrews and Oxford universities.
SOCIAL
COMMUNITY
CO-CURRICULAR
PERFORMING ARTS
Social responsibility is
“Community” emerged as
Co-curricular activities are
Geelong Grammar School’s
nurtured through activities
one of the top three words
an integral element of
$20 million School for
such as the Karen Refugee
used by parents when
Geelong Grammar School’s
Performing Arts and
Homework Club, while the
describing our school in a
commitment to developing
Creative Education (the
school’s highest honour, the
recent comprehensive
the whole student. The
SPACE) is a state-of-the-art
Medal for Service to Society,
research project. “Nurturing
school provides a very wide
facility for drama, music
recognises people who have
community culture” was
range of activities to enable
and dance, as well as a
contributed to the
also cited as one of the
students to discover their
symbol of the school’s
betterment of society.
school’s top performance
interests and strengths.
commitment to creativity
strengths.
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Haileybury
ENQUIRIES +61 3 9904 6000,
855 Springvale Road, Keysborough, Vic, 3173
www.haileybury.vic.edu.au
120 South Road, Brighton East, Vic, 3187
admissions@haileybury.vic.
138 High Street, Berwick, Vic, 3806
edu.au
383 King Street, West Melbourne, Vic, 3003
PRIN CIPA L \ D E R E K S C OT T
Lot 6057 Berrimah Road, Berrimah, Northern Territory, 0828
YEARS
6 Gongxue Road, Gaocun County, Wuqing District, Tianjin, China
ELC - year 12
M
DENOMINATION
ore parents choose to send their children to Haileybury than any other school in the country. Haileybury is one of the leading independent schools in the Asia-Pacific region, with campuses at Keysborough, Brighton, Berwick, City (Melbourne) and China. The School is acclaimed for its outstanding academic achievements, small class sizes, broad range of co-curricular activities and state-of-the-art facilities. Every year Haileybury achieves outstanding national testing and VCE results, placing it in the leading group of academic schools in the country. Haileybury has high expectations for its students and provides them with the support needed to achieve academically. Haileybury’s parallel education is an enlightened method of teaching that recognises the diverse education needs of boys and girls. While boys and girls benefit from learning together in their early years, better educational outcomes are derived through single-gender classes in their middle and senior years. At Haileybury, boys and girls learn together until year 4. From years 5 to 12, boys and girls attend separate schools on the same campus. In 2018, Haileybury Rendall School will open in the Northern Territory. Drawing on Haileybury’s acclaimed success, Haileybury Rendall School is committed to bringing world-class education to Darwin.
NA GENDER Parallel Education – boys and girls share facilities, but attend single-gender classes FEES POA BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Derek Scott became Haileybury Principal in 2008. Under Mr Scott’s leadership, Haileybury has become one of the nation’s leading academic schools as confirmed by its outstanding NAPLAN and VCE results.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
SPORT
MUSIC
Social justice is a
Haileybury students have a
The aim of sport at
The instrumental program
cornerstone of the
wide range of travel
Haileybury is to promote
lies at the heart of music at
Haileybury Program. For
experiences available to
participation in healthy
Haileybury. Individual
students, it creates
them. All international
activities and provide
and group tuition is offered
awareness of their
opportunities are carefully
appropriate sporting
in all the orchestral
community, as well as their
designed to coincide with
opportunities for students
instruments: piano, pipe
own self-worth. Each of the
learning and ignite
of all abilities. Across the
organ, voice and guitar.
school’s campuses supports
cultural awareness.
year, girls and boys have
Each campus boasts a
several charities throughout
more than 30 sports to
range of large and small
the year.
choose from.
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Ivanhoe Grammar School
THE BA SICS ENQUIRIES +61 3 9490 1877
IVANHOE CAMPUS
ivanhoe.com.au
The Ridgeway, Ivanhoe, Vic, 3079
enrol@ivanhoe.com.au
PLENTY CAMPUS 730 Bridge Inn Road, Mernda, Vic, 3754
YEARS
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS – OPENING 2019
ELC – year 12
Terrace Way, Macleod, Vic, 3085 DENOMINATION
T
PRIN CIPA L \ G E R AR D F FO LE Y
he journey through school is much more than just a great education; it’s about opportunities within and beyond the classroom. Ivanhoe Grammar School has been educating young people since 1915, and while much has changed since our humble beginnings, the philosophy of our founding headmaster is still at the core of our practices. We believe in supporting our students to be the best they can be in their academic and co-curricular achievements, and in the development of their individual character. We encourage a strong ethos of service to others and provide an opportunity for our students to be active contributors to their community. We offer a personalised approach to our curriculum, taking into account the different stages of children’s development and attitude toward learning. In primary years, we provide a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy, teaching through encouragement to inspire a love of learning. In middle years, we focus on the development of the whole child and provide innovative educational experience. In senior years, students are able to prepare for the challenges of the VCE or International Baccalaureate over three years rather than two. Students are prepared for successful transition to tertiary study and the workforce through our personalised, futures-focused senior years pastoral model.
Anglican GENDER Coeducational FEES $6760 ELC – $26,620 Year 12 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Gerard Foley (BEd, MEd Leadership) leads with a focus, ensuring students at Ivanhoe Grammar School graduate as engaged citizens with fundamental 21st-century skills in intercultural understanding, creativity, innovation and enterprise.
BE YOUR BEST
GO GLOBAL
BUILD CHARACTER
IMAGINE YEAR 9 UNI
As an open-entry school,
Our Global Citizenship
We provide authentic
In 2019, year 9 students
students of all abilities are
Centre develops social
learning experiences to
from the Ivanhoe and
part of our school
entrepreneurship and a
develop innovative,
Plenty campuses will
community. Each year we
global mindset from
courageous and
relocate our new University
celebrate wonderful co-
primary school. The centre
compassionate thinkers.
Campus. A dedicated
curricular and community-
brings the Round Square
We encourage our students
campus on the outskirts of
service achievements,
network to students as they
to act in a collaborative,
La Trobe University, it
alongside our strong VCE
partner with community
ethical and reflective way as
provides students with a
and International
groups and train in
they grow into young people
year-long, university-based
Baccalaureate (IB) results.
leadership and service.
of character.
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To belong is to thrive.
open eveningy thursdcah 22 mar 2018
At Kingswood College we offer a welcoming and inclusive community where students develop confidence and skills for lifelong learning. Ours is an authentic culture that appreciates and supports every student so they can achieve their best. Join us and become part of something great. Come along to our Open Evening on Thursday 22 March 2018 for a tour of the College and discover all that Kingswood College has to offer.
Kingswood College is an independent co-educational Kindergarten to Year 12 day school.
For more information visit www.kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au or call 9896 1700
CRICOS Provider No 00150G
Kingswood College
THE BA SICS
355 Station Street, Box Hill, Vic, 3128
YEARS ELC – year 12
ENQUIRIES +61 3 9896 1700, www.kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au
DENOMINATION
kwc@kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au
Uniting Church GENDER Coeducational
K
PRIN CIPA L \ E LISA B E TH LE N D E RS
ingswood College is a coeducational, independent school from ELC – year 12. At Kingswood College, we’ve thought long and hard about what a school must do - but more importantly what a school must be – in order to deliver the best possible education for our students, to enable them to progress and prosper in this complex and demanding 21st century. In 2016 Kingswood College sought feedback from several current and future families about their reasons for choosing Kingswood College as the education partner for their children. The overarching message from the Kingswood College community was loud and clear: the sense of belonging – and, as a result, the college implemented the ‘belong’ focus for our branding, and we have received very strong affirmation for this both in and beyond the College community. In discussing what it means to commit to a Kingswood College education, we speak with prospective families about a package, rather than a single point of difference. There are 10 key parts to this and these are unpacked on our website: coeducation; community; we know our students; lifelong learning; wellbeing; diversity; personal best; social conscience; learning spaces; physical activity. College tours are held regularly and we’d love to welcome you.
FEES Year 7: $22,284; year 12: $25,497 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Elisabeth Lenders joined the college as principal in 2011 and she has a genuine passion for nurturing the strengths and talents of each individual to achieve their personal best. She is also the Chair of the Council for Strategic Education.
LATTICE
INNOVATION
COLLABORATION
ENGAGEMENT
Learning And Teaching
Our students live in a fast-
Collaboration is a powerful
Engagement is about
Through Innovation,
changing, borderless world
tool that shares wisdom,
winning hearts and minds
Collaboration and
– so they need a
solves problems and helps
– ensuring that students
Engagement. LATTICE is a
contemporary, future-
build a community of
understand the purposes
leading-edge curriculum
focused education.
caring learners.
for their learning, and their
framework developed by
Innovation is more than
Collaboration creates an
application to the real
Kingswood College. It is a
just improving education;
environment that
world. We empower our
new way of teaching and
it can also help create a
maximises our students’
students through teaching
learning for life in the 21st
learning environment that
individual and collective
them about how they learn,
century.
challenges and inspires.
potential to achieve.
and they love it! I N DEPE N DE N T SCHOOL S GU IDE 2018
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10–16 Ranfurlie Crescent Glen Iris, Victoria P: +61 3 9811 0200 E: admissions@korowa.vic.edu.au www.korowa.vic.edu.au
HER FUTURE IS OUR FOCUS A leader in girls’ education since 1890, Korowa is renowned for its academic excellence. The broad curriculum on offer encourages all students to achieve their personal best, by identifying their unique interests, talents and ambitions. Our Mission is to develop self-aware, confident and capable young women, who understand their responsibility and capacity to influence the world in a positive way. As part of an exciting new Master Plan, Korowa has unveiled designs for a new Performing Arts Centre, Sports facility and Early Learning Centre.
SCHOOL TOURS Visit an Open Morning to see our school in action, or ‘Try us for a day’ and let your child really experience life at Korowa. Register by calling 03 9811 0200 or at www.korowa.vic.edu.au/tours Korowa Anglican Girls’ School is all-girls Prep – Year 12, and co-ed in the Early Learning Centre.
Korowa Anglican Girls’ School
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10-16 Ranfurlie Crescent, Glen Iris, Vic, 3146
DENOMINATION
YEARS 3yo kindergarten – year 12
Anglican ENQUIRIES +61 3 9811 0200, www.korowa.vic.edu.au
GENDER
admissions@korowa.vic.edu.au
ELC: coeducational; prep – year 12: girls only
A
PRIN CIPA L \ H E LE N CA R M O DY
leader in girls’ education since 1890, Korowa is renowned for its academic excellence. At Korowa, girls are empowered to become leaders, to express their talents and individuality and to feel confident in their ability to make a positive contribution to the world. We are committed to academic excellence within a meaningful journey of holistic learning experiences, and support our staff to develop expertise and commitment to the success of our students. At Korowa, every teacher knows every student and encourages her to pursue her own unique interests, talents and ambitions - wherever they may lie. Korowa students earn admission into the most selective tertiary institutions. Typically, all students seeking university entry gain a first-round offer each year, and Korowa graduates embark on tertiary studies as diverse as medicine, business and design. As part of an exciting new master plan, Korowa has recently unveiled designs for a new Performing Arts Centre, sports facility and Early Learning Centre. Our facilities are continually updated to incorporate new learning technologies and in 2017, our new STEAM Lab opened in the Learning Commons. In leafy Glen Iris, Korowa is near numerous publictransport options. Our open mornings are a great way to see our school in action and we look forward to welcoming you.
FEES Please visit our website BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Mrs Helen Carmody is proud to lead the school with bold strides into the future. Her vision is guided by the school’s motto, which translates to “No reward without effort”, inspiring students to connect, excel and be challenged.
EXCELLENCE
OPPORTUNITY
INNOVATION
COMMUNITY
Korowa is renowned for its
New experiential learning
Whether it’s working with
Our community is one of
academic excellence.
programs offer girls
the University of Melbourne
the main reasons families
Teaching is student-
opportunities to explore the
on education solutions,
choose us. It is connected,
centred, drawing on the
world, including our
360-degree teaching
engaged and welcoming.
natural curiosity and
renowned year 9 trek and
feedback, real-time
Our students travel from
interests of students to
new camps discovering the
reporting or our small and
more than 60 postcodes
engage them in the learning
Red Centre of Australia,
supportive classes, our
across Melbourne each day
process. Our VCE results
Cairns Eco-Tour and
students’ learning
and we are proud of the
consistently place Korowa
US-based Space School
experience is at the centre of
diverse nature of our
in the top schools.
program.
everything we do.
community. I N DEPE N DE N T SCHOOL S GU IDE 2018
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FIND YOUR IMAGINATION. EXPERIENCE PREP—YEAR 2 Creative thinking and artistic play enriches learning and adds fun to a child’s life. At Lauriston, we believe that focusing on imaginative skills develops problem solving abilities and encourages participation. Come see how our expert staff can support your child to find her imagination and achieve her best. Places now available for Prep—Year 2 in 2019 and 2020.
BOOK A TOUR TODAY lauriston.vic.edu.au • Armadale
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Lauriston Girls’ School
YEARS 3yo kindergarten – year 12
38 Huntingtower Road, Armadale, Vic, 3143 DENOMINATION Non-denominational ENQUIRIES +61 3 9864 7555, www.lauriston.vic.edu.au
GENDER
admissions@lauriston.vic.edu.au
Coeducational kindergarten; girls only Prep – year 12
W
PRIN CIPA L \ SUSAN J US T
e all go to school to learn. Good schools produce solid academic results. Great schools teach life skills to go along with that. At Lauriston we do both, but we don’t stop at just putting in. Our difference is what we bring out. We help every student find their difference. Our innovative and experiential pedagogy, combined with a comprehensive wellbeing program, work together to provide a well-rounded educational experience that encourages students to achieve their best. Lauriston values good teaching and, combined with the latest technology, each girl can learn at her own pace and be ready for the challenges that lie ahead. Our goal is to connect students with choice and best-practice teaching and learning; we work daily to bring local and international connections back to Lauriston. Learning is a constant process that doesn’t end with the submission of an assignment or the passing of an exam. At Lauriston, ‘success’ is never the end of the story, it’s a launch pad towards new discoveries, innovation and understanding.
FEES $21,960 – $33,360 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Susan Just is an experienced educator and leader and, during her time at Lauriston, has spearheaded many innovations, including the creation of Australia’s first FabLearn Lab and the development of a comprehensive wellbeing program.
KINDERGARTEN
JUNIOR SCHOOL
SENIOR SCHOOL
HOWQUA
Play and laughter feature
Junior School students learn
As students take on their
Howqua teaches lessons no
strongly in our three and
in a nurturing environment
final year’s study, it’s
traditional classroom can.
four-year-old kindergarten
that encourages investigation
important that they are
With a combination of
programs, grounded in the
and collaboration. As they
supported, challenged and
academic learning and
Reggio Emilia philosophy.
progress, students begin to
inspired. Studying either
outdoor activity and an
Children’s cognitive skills
view the world from a
the VCE or IB, Lauriston
absence of social media,
are developed, and they go
broader perspective,
girls leave ready to take
girls learn to rely on
home happy and eager to
investigating cultures
their education further and
themselves and the people
return the following day.
and viewpoints beyond
face new challenges.
around them in this unique
their own.
year 9 program. I N DEPE N DE N T SCHOOL S GU IDE 2018
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The opportunity to choose from more than 24 music ensembles.
We believe in providing our girls with the challenges they need to excel in life and to grow and discover their true selves. We provide these challenges in a nurturing environment that encourages our girls to become the best they can be. 2018 School Tours, 9.00am - 10.30am Friday 9 February, Wednesday 28 March, Thursday 24 May, Friday 3 August Enquiries: +61 3 9823 8231 admissions@loretotoorak.vic.edu.au AN INDEPENDENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ELC TO VCE
Year 3 String Program
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Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak
YEARS ELC – year 12 DENOMINATION
10 Mandeville Crescent, Toorak, Vic, 3142
Catholic ENQUIRIES +61 3 9823 8100, www.loretotoorak.vic.edu.au
GENDER
admissions@loretotoorak.vic.edu.au
Girls only (Coeducational ELC)
L
oreto Toorak is an Independent Catholic Girls’ School FEES
embracing genuine values of freedom, justice, sincerity, verity
$18,300 – $26,390
and felicity to foster a mutual respect and deep understanding of the individual and a compassion for the broader community.
PRIN CIPA L \ D R SUSA N S T E VE N S
To become confident, self-assured women, girls need the right challenges. Loreto Toorak has created an environment where your daughter will be nurtured, challenged and encouraged to discover her true self. Excellent academic results are achieved each year, but this is only one aspect of our holistic approach to education. Established in 1924, the foundations began over 400 years ago with a truly remarkable English woman, Mary Ward. She overcame extraordinary opposition and hostility to found the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM), known as the Loreto Sisters. Today, there are seven Loreto Schools in Australia and more than 90 throughout the world. An extensive and challenging academic program is integral to the education of heart and mind, which is cherished at Loreto Toorak. A love of learning is fostered by specialist teachers who share a passion for their subjects, with programs that aim to foster individual needs. The opportunities we provide will challenge and extend your daughter, helping her to graduate with an inner belief that there is much she can achieve.
BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Dr Susan Stevens, PhD Melb, MEd (EdAdmin), MMusic, AMusA, GradDip (AdolHealth&Welfare), GradDipTheology, FACE, MACEA, MAICD. Principal for 14 years, she chairs and is an active contributor on many boards in several organisations.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
MUSIC
LANGUAGES
Students are taught to
Physical education includes
Music is a rich and diverse
Four languages are taught
critically analyse the
20 different sports. A
component of our
at Loreto Toorak. Chinese
structures of society that
member of Girls Sport
education. There are 25
(Mandarin) and French are
perpetuate injustice. We
Victoria, we compete
ensemble groups available
taught from preparatory to
nurture their hearts and
against 23 girls’ schools
for students. These include
VCE. From year 7, students
minds to become aware of
during a weekly
bands, choirs, orchestras,
may also elect to study
social justice issues.
competition. We engage
instrumental ensembles,
additional languages,
Students participate in
many top specialist coaches
chamber groups and voice
including Italian and
numerous justice activities.
across several sports to
programs.
Indonesian, taught through
challenge our students.
to VCE. I N DEPE N DE N T SCHOOL S GU IDE 2018
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SINGLE OR MULTI CAMPUS? DOES SCHOOL SIZE MATTER?
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hen it comes to schools – size can matter – and many parents weigh up the benefits of sending their child to either a larger, multi-campus school or a smaller, single-campus one. For parents, this decision can include what’s on offer in terms of the curriculum, the facilities of the school, how active the school community is and, of course, whether their child will be supported and learn in these different environments. Associate Professor Helen Proctor with the University of Sydney says there is no research to definitively help parents choose between multi-campus or single-campus school. It comes down to which type of school parents believe their child will excel in. “There are just too many factors at play,” Proctor says. “Schools are big, complicated institutions. Some of them are the size of small towns. “And that’s before you even start to consider family and other factors. Anyone who has been to their school reunion should be able to understand this. “People even in the same class at a fairly homogenous school can have such different memories of their education a few years down the track and such different post-school lives.” Dean of Learning and Teaching at the University of Melbourne’s Graduate School of Education, Associate Professor Larissa Davies-McLean, says both types of schools have their positives and challenges.
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What matters most, she says, is the quality of teaching and learning within the school environment, whether it’s big or small. “There are different opportunities that children will have to experience in different learning contexts – wonderful learning can happen in a range of contexts,” she says. Davies-McLean says it’s good to keep debate going on different types of schools, but remembering at the core of it all is supporting teachers to be able to give children a quality education. That’s certainly been the focus of schools in Melbourne like Haileybury and Shelford Girls’ Grammar. Haileybury has campuses in Melbourne, Darwin and China and also delivers the VCE in China, Timor Leste and The Philippines. Haileybury’s principal, Derek Scott, says one of the main benefits of a multi-campus school is the students’ connection across Melbourne (and the globe). “The school’s international operations provide additional benefits to its students [giving them] a number of opportunities to travel abroad and experience new cultures.” While it is a large school with many campuses, Haileybury still has a tight-knit alumni community with around 16,000 members connected through clubs and events associated with the school. At Shelford Girls’ Grammar in Caulfield, the draw of a single-campus school is also its close community.
“Schools are big, complicated institutions. Some of them are the size of small towns.” - ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR HELEN PROCTOR
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Principal Polly Flanagan says their research shows that is only part of the appeal. “Our research tells us that parents choose Shelford because it is a small girls’ school with strong academic results. Parents like the fact that everyone is known and that they and their daughters can join a close-knit community. “A small school like Shelford will never be able to compete with the
facilities of very large schools and we are quite open about that. For example, we don’t have a swimming pool or expansive sports stadium. With MSAC (Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre) so close, we don’t think that matters. “What does matter is valuing our best assets; our teachers, our students and their families and the quality relationships that they build and nurture.” ● MELISSA HEAGNEY
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STRIVE FOR THE HIGHEST Marcellin College was founded by the Marist Brothers in Camberwell in 1950 and moved to its current site in Bulleen in 1963. From a humble beginning of 107 students, the College now provides an education for over 1400 boys. Our faith learning community is one that continues to evolve and the recent development of the new Hermitage project has unlocked our imaginations and the potential of the Bulleen campus. This exciting building development of clearly defined precincts has created a diversity of learning and social environments, moving the focus from traditional classrooms to dynamic and flexible learning spaces. These new learning spaces encourage creativity, communication, critical thinking and collaboration with opening walls, meeting places, writable surfaces and furniture that can quickly be reconfigured to suit individual classes and all learning opportunities. Each space designed to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, community and encounter in support of student wellbeing and learning. At Marcellin we aim to create spaces that awaken, challenge and motivate our young men to aspire to simply be more.
Marcellin College
THE BA SICS
160 Bulleen Road, Bulleen, Vic, 3105
7 – 12
ENQUIRIES
DENOMINATION
+61 3 9851 1589, www.marcellin.vic.edu.au
Catholic
YEARS
info@marcellin.vic.edu.au GENDER Boys only
M
PRIN CIPA L \ M A R K M U R PH Y
arcellin College is a leading Catholic Marist school for boys established by the Marist Brothers, first at Camberwell in 1950 and later at Bulleen in 1963. We are a college founded on the spiritual and educational philosophy of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, who believed that to educate young people we must love them and love them all equally. We do this by aiming to provide an environment where each boy is known and where each is supported to reach his full potential. At Marcellin the educational opportunities are driven by a desire to engage and connect boys with their learning in specific ways. Our college’s motto: “Virtute Ad Altissima” means “through virtue and courage to strive for the highest”. Our motto comes alive every day as we challenge our students to constantly aspire for personal excellence in all that they do. It is our conviction that an exceptional education begins with good teaching and learning that empowers individuals to strive to be the best they can be. The building and enhancement of relationships between students, parents and teachers are the most significant elements in the achievement of a student’s full potential and the college’s pastoral structures not only provide avenues of accessibility for home/school communication, they also provide parents with confidence that their son is known and supported.
FEES Available on the website BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ No
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
As principal of a Marist school, Mark Murphy has a strong commitment to the charisma and educational philosophy of Saint Marcellin Champagnat as a vehicle for supporting young men as they grow in their Catholic faith.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
LEADERSHIP
SPORTS
THE ARTS
Catholic Social Teaching
A variety of opportunities
Marcellin is blessed with
The college places a high
plays a great role in the
for leadership are available
extensive fields, an award-
value on the arts,
Marcellin community. This
at college, house, academic,
winning gymnasium and
encouraging all students to
is seen through our
faith and sporting levels.
the equipment necessary for
develop their creative
Cambodia and South Africa
These roles enable students
students to strive for their
thinking capacities. Studies
immersions and
to gain leadership
best. The college’s
are offered in art, drama,
connections with The
experience, grow in
membership of the AGSV
music, studio arts, theatre
Exodus Community, the
confidence and become
and the VSRU are integral
studies and visual
Youth Juvenile Centre and
responsible citizens and
parts of college life.
communication design.
Marist Solidarity.
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Melbourne Girls Grammar
THE BA SICS
86 Anderson Street, South Yarra, Vic, 3141
DENOMINATION
YEARS ELC – year 12
Anglican ENQUIRIES
PRIN CIPA L \ M RS CAT H E RIN E M IS S O N
+61 3 9862 9200, www.mggs.vic.edu.au
GENDER
enrolments@mggs.vic.edu.au
Girls only
M
FEES
elbourne Girls Grammar (MGGS) is a place where challenge and choice create opportunities for every girl to discover who she is meant to be. We have an outstanding history of providing girls with an exceptional education that equips them to thrive and lead in many life contexts. We are a forward-looking community and understand that our students must be prepared for life in an increasingly complex and globally connected world. Our focus is the development of young women with the confidence, skills and experience to excel in life beyond school. Through an unwavering commitment to their personal best, girls at MGGS develop confidence and independence. Our Student Values provide the foundation for student service and leadership, and the world-class learning programs (early learning; junior years: prep – year 4; middle years: years 5-8; senior years: years 9-12) are specifically created to respond to the unique needs of contemporary girls. Enhancing an MGGS education are the diverse opportunities offered in the classroom and beyond. The depth of co-curricular programs offered in every learning program ensures that every girl explores and develops her areas of interest and passion to maximise her learning. We believe that students flourish when they are engaged in a challenging academic program within a nurturing environment.
For fee listings, please visit mggs.vic.edu.au BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
With more than 25 years’ experience in schools, Catherine has particular interests in reframing schooling’s purpose, developing contemporary educational frameworks and environments, and creating a continuum for whole-of-child development.
STEM
ENTERPRISING MINDS
FIT FOR LIFE
THE ARTS
Advancing science,
We champion the
Physical engagement is an
The expression of who we
technology, engineering,
development of enterprising
essential component of a
are and how we understand
and mathematics (STEM)
mindsets. Our innovative
healthy life and an
the world through the arts
education is a critical focus
programs and internships
important protective factor
has always been an
for MGGS. We value the
ensure our girls are
for mental health and
essential component of an
importance of educating
equipped for a digital age
wellbeing. Our girls
MGGS education. Our
our young women in
where their experience of
establish their personal
classroom and co-curricular
expanding and diversifying
work and wellbeing will be
fitness goals with our
programs develop
their opportunities in these
vastly different to past
fitness coaches to create
conceptual thinking and
fields of endeavour.
generations.
personalised programs.
creativity for the future.
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Melbourne Grammar School
THE BASICS
GRIMWADE HOUSE
mgs@mgs.vic.edu.au
ENQUIRIES +61 3 9865 7555 www.mgs.vic.edu.au
67 Balaclava Road, Caulfield, Vic, 3161 W WAD HURST AND SENIOR SCHOOL
YEARS
355 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Vic, 3004
Grimwade House, Prep – year 6; Wadhurst, years 7 – 8;
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PRIN CIPA L \ M R ROY KE LLE Y
hen your child joins Melbourne Grammar School, they join a strong community of independent thinkers. We focus on developing well-rounded, self-motivated students who are prepared to make their own mark on the world, and who have the compassion and drive to use their capabilities for the benefit of others. At Melbourne Grammar School, education is intentional. It is shaped by honesty to oneself and to others, humility in the pursuit of excellence, and active engagement with the broader community. We have a proud tradition of academic excellence and, year on year, our students achieve outstanding results. However, at Melbourne Grammar, success is also measured by a student’s integrity, their sense of responsibility and their greater understanding of the world around them. Our three well-resourced campuses cater for the needs of students as they develop. Our coeducational junior school, Grimwade House, provides girls and boys from prep to year 6 with a strong academic foundation within a nurturing environment. At Wadhurst, our middle school for boys in years 7 and 8, students build strong learning skills and a positive sense of self. And, in the Senior School, we support boys in years 9 to 12, to achieve academic success and personal growth. Boarding is available for boys from year 7 to 12.
Senior School, years 9 – 12 DENOMINATION Anglican GENDER Grimwade House: coeducational; Wadhurst and Senior School: boys only FEES $25,400 – $33,940 BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Mr Kelley joined Melbourne Grammar School in 2009. “Successful lives are ones which are grounded in high-quality, positive human relationships, steered by knowledge, understanding and a strong sense of moral purpose.”
COMMUNITY
EXCELLENCE
LEARNING
INTEGRITY
A sense of community is at
We value the process of
We celebrate the curiosity
We value strength of
the heart of the school.
striving for excellence,
and intellectual growth of all
character, honesty,
We aim to provide an
recognising relative and
students, appreciate their
empathy and courage,
inclusive and supportive
absolute standards
different learning needs,
guided by a strong moral
environment where
of excellence, and the desire
and encourage them to be
code of behaviour.
everyone feels that
to produce one’s best at
creative, engaged and
they belong.
all times.
lifelong learners.
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INSPIRING THE POTENTIAL WITHIN At MLC no dream is too big, whether it is sport technological, sporting, musical, creative, com academic or a combination of all these. Offering one of the broadest curricula of indepe any Australian independent school, we can da support all of your daughter’s pursuits and too to achieve her best. provide her the tools Discov the possibilities at Discover our next Information Sessions: Friday, 16 and Saturday, S 17 February, 9.15 am – 11.30 am. Register at m mlc.vic.edu.au/visitus
THE BA SICS
Methodist Ladies’ College
ENQUIRIES +61 3 9274 6316 mlc.vic.edu.au admissions@mlc.vic.
207 Barkers Road, Kew, Vic, 3101
edu.au
A
PRIN CIPAL \ D IANA VE R N O N
s educators, we are acutely aware of the rapid pace of technological change and embracing skills for the future. MLC’s rich history of innovation in technology provides the foundation for developing new skills and new learning opportunities. Yet we also recognise that, as a society, the more we depend on technology, the more we deskill ourselves in other areas. For example, one could ask: do students still need to know how to form letters when a keyboard can? Handwriting is widely recognised for the role it plays in developing fine motor skills and lays the cognitive foundation for language and literacy. It may seem contradictory to be providing our students with forward-thinking learning systems such as cloud technologies and reputed laptop programs alongside the benefits of skills such as handwriting. However, our approach to learning underpins the need to understand the “old” while adopting the “new”. We encourage our students to be adaptable and challenge the status quo. We are proud of the outstanding achievements of our students in all areas of school life, including their excellent VCE and IB results. We are confident that they leave MLC as young women prepared for a world beyond school, many in careers that don’t, as yet, exist. Discover the reasons that make MLC one of Australia’s leading schools: whymlc.com.au.
YEARS MLC Kindle (6 weeks - 5 years), Prep – year 12 GENDER Girls only (MLC Kindle – coed) FEES Prep – year 12: $18,540 – $31,050; see website for MLC Kindle fees BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Passionate about girls’ education, Diana Vernon has been leading MLC since 2014. She is delighted to be supported by a talented leadership team of vice principals and heads of schools to ensure MLC remains at the forefront of education.
MLC GIRLS GROW
GLOBAL CITIZENS
BE GRITTY
GETTING STARTED
As educators, we are
We prepare our students to
Whether it is trying a new
Our unique school
passionate about our
take on the world and make
skill or beating a personal
structure, integrated
students constantly
a positive difference.
goal, we provide the
wellbeing framework,
growing and discovering
Through authentic learning
opportunities and tools for
passionate staff and
their identity. They are
experiences, they build the
our students to be inspired,
leadership from each head
supported in different ways
skills that are needed in
to persist and take risks.
of school means that every
during every stage of their
this globalised era, and the
When shown how, there is
student is heard, nurtured
journey, so they can grow
resilience to face a
no limit to our students’
and supported by age-
into the person they want
constantly evolving world.
achievements.
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to become.
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SCHOLARSHIPS YEARS 7 & 11 2019
CREATI A VITY AND INNOVATIO ATI VA VATIO N Preshil is seeking applications from young adults looking fo f r an opportunity to further their creativity and independent thinking in any area of learning. Admission is fo f r years 7 or 11 entry. y y. Applicants are asked to submit a portfo f lio of material that shows fo of learning and of their capacity to contribute to the Preshil community. y y. Visit www.preshil.vic.edu.au/scholarships to learn more. 2018 Open Days: Arlington Kindergarten and Primary:Thursday ay, ay y, 8th March from 9:15am. Blackhall Kalimna Secondary School:We W dnesday We ay, ay y, 21st March from 9:15am. the school,, please visit www.preshil.vic.edu.au/enquiry
THE BA SICS
Preshil
ENQUIRIES +61 3 9817 6135
ARLINGTON (PRIMARY AND KINDERGARTEN)
www.preshil.vic.edu.au
395 Barkers Road, Kew, Vic, 3101
preshil@preshil.vic.edu.au
BLACKHALL KALIMNA (SECONDARY) YEARS
12-26 Sackville Street, Kew, Vic, 3101
Kindergarten – year 12 DENOMINATI NA ON NATI
P
PRIN CIPA L \ M A RILY N S M ITH
reshil is the oldest progressive school in Australia, focusing on the education of each individual child and the social relationships that support their development as critical and creative thinkers. It remains a deliberately small school, welcoming children into the kindergarten at three years of age and following them through to the completion of their secondary schooling in year 12. Preshil is an International Baccalaureate World School, with an accredited IB Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) and Diploma Programme (IBDP), and acceptance as a candidate school for the Primary Years Programme (IBPYP). These IB Programmes perfectly align with Preshil’s focus on intellectual challenge, inquiry and research-based learning, which accommodate individual choice and independent learning. The school continues to produce graduates who have developed the “courage to question” – to find their own voice and to become responsible and active global citizens. The Preshil approach to schooling does not use the fear of failure or the threat of punishment to motivate children. We do not demand conformity or unthinking obedience to arbitrary rules. The rapport between teachers and students is relaxed, respectful and focused on achieving outstanding learning outcomes, trust and a genuine regard for each individual.
Secular GENDER Coeducational FEES $15,520 – $25,400 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Marilyn has been at Preshil for more than seven years, during which time she has overseen a deliberate strengthening of Preshil’s commitment to the individuality and creativity of students through the adoption of the International Baccalaureate.
THE IB
PRIMARY SCHOOL
SECONDARY SCHOOL
ELECTIVES
Preshil is an authorised
Our primary school and
The MYP affords an
The Electives Program is
International
kindergarten are set in the
intellectually vibrant
designed to broaden the
Baccalaureate World school
rambling grounds at
curriculum, preparing
students’ experience within
for the Middle Years
Arlington. Play, conceptual
students to progress to the
and beyond the curriculum.
Programme (IBMYP) and
and critical thinking are
DP in years 11 and 12.
It offers opportunity to
Diploma Programme
key elements in project-
Accompanied by electives,
extend or deepen
(IBDP). The school holds
based enquiry, with art,
the outstanding program of
knowledge in a particular
candidacy for the Primary
music, philosophy, PE and
arts, drama, film and music
area of study or ignite a
Years Programme (PYP).
French adding to the rich
emphasises authentic
passion for a particular
curriculum.
challenge and creativity.
general interest.
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You are invited to see our School at work from Early Learning to Year 12 OPEN MORNING Thursday 15 March Thursday 30 August 9am-11am with Principal’s address at 9.30am SCHOLARSHIPS Saturday 24 February (pre-registration required) SCHOOL SNAPSHOT Tuesday 5 June Tuesday 13 November 9am - 10am
PRINCIPAL’S CONVERSATIONS (small groups) Friday 23 February Monday 30 April Friday 11 May Monday 28 May Thursday 26 July Friday 17 August Wednesday 17 October Monday 29 October 9.30am-11am
Visit our website to see our 2017 results www.ruyton.vic.edu.au
Bookings essential Contact the Registrar, Mrs Nadine Hibbert, on 9819 2422 or book online www.ruyton.vic.edu.au
RUYTON GIRLS’ SCHOOL 12 Selbourne Road Kew 3101 Tel +61 3 9819 2422
ruyton@ruyton.vic.edu.au www.ruyton.vic.edu.au CRICOS 00336J
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Ruyton Girls’ School
YEARS Early learning – year 12
12 Selbourne Road, Kew, Vic, 3101 ENQUIRIES
DENOMINAT INA ION INAT
+61 3 9819 2422, www.ruyton.vic.edu.au
Non-denominational
hibbertn@ruyton.vic.edu.au GENDER ELC: coeducational;
PRIN CIPA L \ LIN DA D O U G L A S
We Believe in Girls At Ruyton we foster the individuality of each girl in a caring and safe environment; nurturing her intellectual, physical, social and emotional qualities that are essential to flourish. Powerful learning is central to the Ruyton culture, building on our strong academic reputation. We focus on advancing the learning of every girl through the engagement of intellectual curiosity, building knowledge and skills about how to learn and supporting them to be the best learners they can be and exemplary citizens. We believe in real-world learning beyond the classroom, collaborating with the wider community to promote growth, discovery and sustainability. We empower our girls to lead lives of purpose with courage, character and compassion. Through the development of values and action-focused learning, they are inspired to pursue equity and justice for self and others. By embracing diversity and raising their voices, our girls effect positive change and make a difference. One Campus. Endless Opportunities Our Early Learning, Junior School and Senior School are situated on one campus, emphasising our strength as a connected learning community and enabling many opportunities for collaboration, mentoring and role modelling.
prep – year 12: Girls only FEES $12,713 – $31,631 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Through her involvement in education and sport, Ms Douglas has a passion for providing the next generation with opportunities to achieve their personal best, as confident, engaged and compassionate members of their community.
CO-CURRICULAR
STEM
YEAR 4 PROGRAM
CO-ORDINATE
With a wide range of
By building strong links
At this age, girls are finding
This unique signature
activities, our girls have
with the scientific
their place and realising
program with Trinity
endless opportunities to
community beyond the
their ability to make a
Grammar School in years
achieve personal best,
school, our girls work with
difference. This program
11 and 12 provides shared
embrace a new challenge,
scientists from a range of
provides unique
classes and co-educational
ensure a sense of balance
fields, using STEM skills
opportunities to engage
learning at a time when
and have fun.
and understandings to
with the wider community,
students are emotionally,
deal with and solve real-
increasing girls’
physically and socially
world problems.
understanding and
mature.
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Our vision, Sacré Cœur Women Shape the World, is a strong young women, and it is authentic to our Sacred Heart Tradition. others to shape the world.
Sacré Coeur Her Spirit Her Education Her Community Her Voice Her Life 172 Burke Road, Glen Iris Ph: 9835 2700
www.sacrecoeur.vic.edu.au
supportive environment. As a result, they consistently achieve communities and to the world. Discover the opportunities a Sacré Cœur education can Open Day on 25 March or our Tour Mornings. Register now via the website.
Sacré Cœur Women Shape the World
Sacré Cœur
THE BA SICS
172 Burke Road, Glen Iris, Vic, 3146
Prep – year 12
ENQUIRIES
DENOMINATION
+61 3 9835 2700, www.sacrecoeur.vic.edu.au
Catholic
YEARS
admissions@sac.vic.edu.au GENDER Girls only
S
PRIN CIPA L \ A N NA MA S T E RS
acré Cœur is a leading Catholic girls’ school. It was founded in 1888 by the French order of nuns, the Society of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ). Our purpose is to “educate and empower our women to make a profound contribution to their world”. This purpose statement reflects our commitment to educate each student, not just academically, but holistically with the goal of empowering her and building her confidence and resilience to respond to change and to live her life with a future focus. Our expert and dedicated teachers are privileged to work with students to guide their heads and their hearts in all they do. Sacré Cœur is built upon a proud tradition of sharing our gifts and talents and for providing an optimal educational outcome in a caring and supportive environment. At the heart of a Sacred Heart education is a deep respect and concern for each student’s wellbeing. We believe that positive relationships lie at the heart of learning and for students to be ready to learn, they must first feel happy and secure. Our objective is to build and develop connections to maximise capabilities and opportunities for respectful and mutually beneficial relationships, ensuring all students have their emotional and social wellbeing carefully nurtured. ‘Sacré Cœur Women Shape the World’ reflects our ongoing aspirations for our young women.
FEES $8,950 – $24,870 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Anna is a highly experienced educational leader in wellbeing, learning, teaching and innovation. She has had a range of educational leadership experiences in Vic and NSW, and looks forward to serving the Sacré Cœur community in 2018.
GLOBAL VILLAGE
COMMUNITY
TECHNOLOGY
CO-CURRICULAR
In an ever-changing world,
Programs and learning
Technology facilitates a
Success comes in countless
it is a challenging time to
opportunities abound for
different approach to
forms at Sacré Cœur. We
educate young women. We
students and staff in our
education; our students are
are especially pleased that
belong to an international
international community.
globally minded citizens.
our students achieve
Sacred Heart family,
Participation in sharing
Being among the most
academically and
comprising more than 150
contemporary learning
privileged, in terms of
holistically across a vast
sister schools in 40
ideas, through our networks
educational opportunity,
array of co-curricular
different countries. We are
and curriculum offerings,
they are encouraged to
activities, often at a level
enriched by exchanging
influences global thinking
help bring about change in
greater than their original
cultures and contexts.
and leadership.
the world.
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any Australian families are religious. In fact, 59.4 per cent of us claimed affiliation to a religion in the 2016 Census. So it’s no surprise that religion becomes part of the deliberation when it comes to parents choosing a school. Of all the independent (private) schools in Australia, 94 per cent have a religious affiliation, according to figures from The Independent Schools Council of Australia. That means, for some, the choice may not be simply between a religious and secular school, but between religious schools themselves. Associate Professor Helen Proctor, a researcher into the history of education in Australia with The University of Sydney, says the research suggests some parents are choosing religiously affiliated schools for reasons other than religion. “That’s largely because there are few secular private schools in Australia,” Proctor says, “and if people are attracted by the religious affiliation of a school, it is often about what they perceive to be religious values or ethos rather than faith-based religiosity.” Parents are looking at what schools can offer, not only academically, but also in terms of social justice – how their children can learn to give back, raise funds and be of service to the community.
Xavier College in Kew in Melbourne’s inner south-east is a Jesuit Catholic School that includes strong religious studies and social justice programs as part of the curriculum. Students are encouraged to volunteer and raise funds, locally and internationally. Rector of the school, Father Chris Middleton, says the knowledge of religion is not only important in terms of shaping the lives and ethos of students, but is also “central to understanding where we come from [as humans].”
“In our Western culture, so much of our law, human rights and social structures have their origin in the Judeo-Christian tradition,” Father Middleton says. “Similarly, our music, literature, art, drama, education and science were in many ways shaped by Christianity … religion remains a powerful force in our world, and to understand our world you need to understand the role and teachings of religions. “For example, an understanding of Islam is fundamental to understanding the Middle East, Christianity is important in understanding American politics or African societies, Hinduism is important in understanding modern India, and so on.” While nearly a quarter of Australian students are educated in Catholic schools, there are still those who are taught in private, secular schools where religious studies are not part of the day to day. Ruyton Girls’ School is a nondenominational school, not too far from Xavier College. While religion is not part of the curriculum, the school has a strong set of values that it promotes through each year level. Principal Linda Douglas says the school encourages students to give back and raise their voices where they are needed. “Our Community Service and Sustainability Programs encourage our girls to take on new challenges, collaborate, take action, consider ethical implications, develop new skills and engage with issues of local and global importance,” Douglas says. “Through volunteer work, awareness raising and their own initiatives, they experience the value of raising their voices and taking action to ensure equity and justice for self and others.” ●
Values and ethics are an important part of learning for parents
GOTTA HAVE FAITH?
59.4% of Australians claimed some religious affiliation in the 2016 Census.
MELISSA HEAGNEY
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A CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN IN THE DOMINICAN TRADITION, YEARS 7 TO 12
THE BA SICS
Siena College
YEARS 815 Riversdale Road, Camberwell, Vic, 3124
7 – 12
ENQUIRIES
DENOMINATION
+61 3 9835 0200, www.siena.vic.edu.au
Catholic
office@siena.vic.edu.au GENDER
S
PRIN CIPA L \ G AY N O R RO B S O N - G A R T H
iena College is a Catholic school in the Dominican tradition, offering young women an education, which will inspire and challenge them to make intelligent and responsible use of their personal gifts and develop a lifelong love of learning. Our students have a daily, lived experience of women as leaders at all levels, from a broad-based Student Representative Council, to the women from past decades on whose shoulders we stand. Our patron, St Catherine of Siena, broke the bonds of what was expected of a woman in the 14th century by speaking the truth. She challenged those in power and committed herself to a life of prayer and service of others. Our Dominican tradition places emphasis on diversity and the unique gifts of every person. We are inspired by each other and find joy in our work, our learning and our community. Our motto, Veritas, challenges us to search for truth through prayer and contemplation, a commitment to study and a strong sense of justice and outreach to others. Siena College offers a richly stimulating and contemporary education that makes student learning exciting for young women. We encourage our students to engage in critical reflection on the world, we nurture their individual gifts and talents and build their self-esteem and sense of connectedness.
Girls only FEES $11,365 – $12,695 plus Capital Levy $2,110 per family BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ No ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
2018 is Gaynor’s 12th year as Siena College Principal. She continues to be inspired by the college’s Dominican values to educate young women “towards intelligent use of liberty” and to empower them to go out and make a difference.
MATHEMATICS
COMMUNITY SERVICE
VISUAL ARTS
MUSIC
Year 7-10 classes are ability
Siena College’s Community
Siena College has a long
Siena College is known for
grouped to better support
Service Program seeks to
history of excellence in
an extensive and highly
student learning. There is
assist students to develop
visual arts and technology,
successful co-curricular
an extension group at each
empathy and
with students’ work
music program. Specialist
year level. Technology is
understanding of the lives
consistently selected for
instrumental tuition is
integral to learning in
of others, and foster a
VCE Season of Excellence.
offered across 19
mathematics, and students
willingness to help make a
Student work is showcased
instruments with
use graphics calculators
difference in our world.
in the college’s purpose-
performance opportunities
and dynamic geometry
Students volunteer service
built Visual Arts and
in an array of ensembles,
software.
out of college hours.
Technology Gallery.
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COURAGE, OPTIMISM & AN ETHICAL MIND T
skills to grapple challenges, the self-belief and resilience
Book a School Tour
to embrace new opportunities, and the confidence to pursue
ELC (co-ed) & Prep - Year 12 (girls)
their passions so they can make their way bravely, faithfully
P +61 3 8779 7500 W strathcona.vic.edu.au
ogether at Strathcona, we instil in our young people the
and happily in a world full of possibilities.
Strathcona Baptist Girls Grammar
THE BASICS
ELC, MIDDLE SCHOOL AND SENIOR SCHOOL CAMPUS
registrar@strathcona.vic.
34 Scott Street, Canterbury, Vic, 3126
edu.au
ENQUIRIES + 61 3 8779 7500, www.strathcona.vic.edu.au
JUNIOR SCHOOL CAMPUS 173 Prospect Hill Road, Canterbury, Vic, 3126
YEARS
YEAR 9 CAMPUS – TAY CREGGAN
ELC – year 12
30 Yarra Street, Hawthorn, Vic, 3122 DENOMINAT INA ION INAT
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PRIN CIPA L \ M RS M A RIS E M c C O NAG H Y
ocated across three separate campuses, Strathcona is a nurturing learning community that develops intellectually curious, optimistic, life-ready young women who are empowered to shape their future in a rapidly changing world. Our school is a warm, vibrant and happy community that facilitates the pursuit of academic excellence, co-curricular involvement, leadership development, and community and social engagements for each girl. We believe in girls and we know how to challenge them in a carefully curated and appropriately supported way. Because we are dedicated to the education of girls, we can focus on what works best for them. This allows the development of confidence, so that they are able to explore and experiment across a range of curricular and cocurricular learning opportunities. Belonging matters at Strathcona, and because we are a mid-sized school, we know our students well. We are able to be genuinely student-centred in our approach to the design of a holistic education appropriate for girls at each stage of their development. Above all, our girls love to learn. They embrace their education wholeheartedly and are ready to take on a world full of possibilities.
Baptist GENDER ELC: coeducational; Prep – year 12: girls only FEES $8,440 (ELC) – $27,716 (year 12) BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
(BA, Dip Ed, ASDA, MACE, FAIM) Mrs McConaghy is committed to the provision of exceptional educational experiences for girls and young women, in a place where learning as a lifelong experience is embedded in a culture of care and community.
TAILORED LEARNING
GREAT TEACHERS
FACILITIES
TAY CREGGAN
Our committed teachers
Our teachers have a high
Students benefit from state-
By year 9, girls are
and education specialists
regard for their students
of-the-art resources across
maturing intellectually,
provide and support
and their working
all three campuses,
socially and emotionally.
personalised learning for
relationships are warm and
including access to
Our dedicated year 9
all our students. All are
authentic. They are devoted
exemplary learning,
campus is guided by
encouraged to be active
to nurturing the potential
sporting, arts and
specialist teaching staff
learners, empowered by
of every girl in their care.
multimedia facilities.
who provide girls with the
knowing and
This is a particularly
At each stage of their
expertise to help them
understanding their unique
strong aspect of school life.
education, girls are offered
thrive during this unique
every opportunity to excel.
time of their education.
learning profiles.
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Life at St Catherine’s www.stcatherines.net.au
THE BA SICS
St Catherine’s School
YEARS 3yo ELC – year 12
17 Heyington Place, Toorak, Vic 3142 DENOMINATION Non-denominational ENQUIRIES +61 3 9822 1285, www.stcatherines.net.au
GENDER
admissions@stcatherines.net.au
Coeducational ELC; Girls only: prep – year 12
A
PRIN CIPA L \ M I C H E LLE CAR RO LL
t St Catherine’s School, our core philosophy is to empower and nurture independent and thoughtful young women with the confidence to maintain strong values and aspire to their personal best. With our four core values of integrity, curiosity, perseverance and empathy underpinning our educational framework, St Catherine’s School creates an enriching environment focusing strongly on the development of the whole person. We encourage our students to believe in their potential, achieve their aspirations and become confident, resilient women of the future. Offering a personalised level of academic care and exceptional educational opportunities, St Catherine’s is a place for your daughter to excel. Our school culture integrates a critical awareness, a social conscience and quality relationships, which form an essential basis for our students to have a lasting sense of purpose in the world. We are proud of our reputation for excellent academic results and the quality and character of our students. To find out more or to book a school tour, please contact our registrar, Ms Amanda Bennett, on (03) 9828 3071, email admissions@stcatherines.net.au or book online at www.stcatherines.net.au/visit-our-school/
FEES $14,600 – $34,060 BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Michelle is passionate about providing a comprehensive, innovative and engaging educational environment, where students’ individual strengths flourish and girls are empowered to grow into confident, capable and healthy young women.
GRADUATES
AUGMENTED REALITY
CO-CURRICULAR
KEY FACTS
Strong educational
The School’s STEM
Our breadth of co-
foundations empower our
programs are at the
curricular opportunities
ANZAC Day Secondary
graduates to study at top
forefront of innovative
enable students to take the
Schools Award
institutions throughout the
educational practice and
stage in musicals, compete
world, such as Imperial
take students beyond the
at elite levels of sport,
College London, Princeton
textbook. Leading the way,
participate in Public
University, Boston
augmented & virtual
Speaking & Debating and
University, University of
reality technology is now
travel abroad to our
St Andrews, ANU and The
offered as an elective
Exchange Schools and on a
• Prominent alumni
University of Melbourne.
subject.
range of study tours.
• A vibrant community.
• State Winner of the 2017
• A progressive and innovative approach to education • National Snowsports champions
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DISCOVER A TRUE EDUCATION At Wesley we believe a True Education realises the full potential of every girl and boy. Our rich and comprehensive coeducational program promotes excellent academic results and values equally the importance of sport, music, visual and performing arts, outdoor education and community service.
Scholarships for 2019 are now open We have a range of scholarships available, from Academic to General Excellence and Boarding Scholarships. To find out more, visit www.wesleycollege.net/scholarships
Register for a Campus Tour Discover more about the unique learning opportunities at Wesley’s three metropolitan campuses. Elsternwick
Glen Waverley
Book online: www.wesleycollege.net/tours Email: admissions@wesleycollege.net Call: 03 8102 6508
St Kilda Road
THE BA SICS
Wesley College
ENQUIRIES +61 3 8102 6508 www.wesleycollege.net
WESLEY COLLEGE ST KILDA ROAD CAMPUS
admissions@wesleycollege.
577 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Vic, 3004
net
WESLEY COLLEGE GLEN WAVERLEY CAMPUS 620 High Street Road, Glen Waverley, Vic, 3150
YEARS
WESLEY COLLEGE ELSTERNWICK CAMPUS
3yo – year 12
5 Gladstone Parade, Elsternwick, Vic, 3185 DENOMINATION Uniting Church
W
PRIN CIPA L \ D R H E LE N DRENNEN AM
esley College is a leading coeducational, open-entry school. Established more than 150 years ago, the college has enriched the lives of thousands of students through its outstanding liberal, broad-based curriculum. Students from a range of cultures choose Wesley because of our strong tradition of academic excellence, outstanding curricular and co-curricular programs and state-of-the-art facilities. Wesley has three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne: • Elsternwick, 3-year-olds to year 9 • Glen Waverley, 3-year-olds to year 12 • St Kilda Road, 3-year-olds to year 12 Wesley is one of the top Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) schools in Australia, and one of the only schools in Victoria to offer the IB continuum from primary through to middle and senior schools. We provide a diverse breadth of subjects for students to choose from, with 42 VCE and 26 IB Diploma Programme subjects, including six languages. Wesley places the highest value on academic excellence, and encourages each student to aspire to achieve excellence in all areas of learning.
GENDER Coeducational FEES $19,130 – $32,390 BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Dr Helen Drennen AM was appointed Principal of Wesley College Melbourne in 2003, and brings to the role extensive national and international experience in education, at both primary and secondary levels.
CO-CURRICULAR
BOARDING AT WESLEY
RESIDENTIAL
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Our rich variety of
Wesley’s dynamic new
Wesley offers a unique
Wesley offers specialised
activities include visual
boarding facility, Learning
residential program in
programs, including 24
and performing arts, sport,
in Residence, is purpose-
Clunes, the Yiramalay/
organised college tours.
music, outdoor education
built for senior school
Wesley Studio School in the
These include a US space-
and community service,
students (years 10–12),
Kimberley, Western
school program,
with 19 sports, 23 bands, 21
from metropolitan
Australia, and three
international exchange
chamber ensembles, 16
Melbourne, rural Australia
outdoor education camps in
programs in Europe and
choirs, 10 orchestras and
and various international
Victoria, near Healesville,
Japan, a US basketball tour,
seven musicals.
locations.
Paynesville and Portland.
European music tour, and Hong Kong drama tour.
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“The Whitefriars College community provided me with an atmosphere of belonging and trust between student and teacher. I learnt the value of knowledge and was nurtured and supported to believe I could become the person I wanted to be.� Dr Leon Malzinskas Class of 1974 Medical Officer Royal Flying Doctor Service
Be l on g. Be li eve. Bec ome. Whitefriars College Inc 156 Park Road Donvale Victoria 3111 Australia T +61 3 9872 8200 E enrolments@whitefriars.vic.edu.au www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au ABN 35 808 045 134 | REG A0029974Y | CRICOS 01680G
THE BA SICS
Whitefriars College
YEARS 7 – 12
156 Park Road, Donvale, Vic, 3111 ENQUIRIES
DENOMINATION
+61 3 9872 8200, www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au
Catholic
enrolments@whitefriars.vic.edu.au GENDER
L
PRIN CIPA L \ MR ANTHONY KIR LE Y
ocated in a unique bushland setting, Whitefriars is a Catholic college in the Carmelite tradition adopting a holistic approach to boys’ education and to producing responsible, confident and Christian gentlemen. Our teachers specialise in teaching boys. Our curriculum features exciting and challenging programs, making learning fun and engaging. Our staff encourage students to strive for high personal achievement, to be their best and have a strong sense of direction. We are committed to continuous improvement in learning, personal development, resources and facilities. Our Vertical Pastoral Care system connects students across all year levels, providing mentoring and leadership opportunities and emotional and spiritual support from peers and dedicated staff who have a special interest in their development. Beyond academic and sporting opportunities, there are many co-curricular activities, including an extensive outdoor education program, overseas travel in language subjects and social awareness programs, instrumental music, drama and musical productions, debating, chess and environmental programs. When you choose Whitefriars, you join a community committed to caring for one another, which recognises that all boys are individuals. The journey shared by the students, teachers and families is one that is never forgotten.
Boys only FEES From $10,320 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ No
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Anthony Kirley embraces the educational, pastoral and spiritual development of youth and approaches diversity and challenge with courage and optimism. He is passionate about fostering and nurturing best practice and innovative cultures.
SPORT
EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
CO-CURRICULAR
CAMPS
The college competes in the
Overseas study tours
We offer innovative and
Our Outdoor Learning
Associated Catholic Colleges
undertaken by language
engaging activities that
program provides an
sporting competition. Boys
students allow boys to
challenge students and
enjoyable and challenging
have the opportunity to
experience language
maximise learning,
range of experiences, which
develop physical,
beyond the classroom, to
including: debating, chess,
will assist boys in their
recreational, teamwork
immerse themselves in
book clubs, maths, science
personal, social and
and leadership skills in
other lands and languages.
and environment clubs,
spiritual development. The
many sports, at all levels,
Other educational tours to
choir, music and band
ultimate aim is the overall
in a fixture within the
Europe and the US are also
ensembles, coding club and
development of each boy.
college day.
offered.
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Discover Xavier College Xavier is a Catholic College in the Jesuit tradition, offering an inspiring education which seeks to engage the hearts, minds, bodies and spirits of our students, enabling them to serve in the wider world. Xavier is one of the few Colleges to offer a genuine three-tiered education that emphasises high-performance in every field, across three distinct campuses, in both co-educational and boys-only environments. The Xavier model of a Catholic Jesuit education EARLY YEARS
MIDDLE YEARS
SENIOR YEARS
Co-educational 3-year-olds to Year 4
Boys Years 5 to 8
Boys Years 9 to 12
(Including Boarding)
2018 DISCOVERY TOURS Saturday 17 February Combined tours at Saturday 18 August Senior Campus and Burke Hall Campus Friday 23 March
Burke Hall Campus
Friday 18 May Friday 14 September Friday 26 October Tuesday 13 February
Senior Campus 135 Barkers Road Kew Kostka Hall Campus 47 South Road Brighton Burke Hall Campus Studley Park Road Kew
Kostka Hall Campus
Tuesday 22 May Tuesday 14 August Tuesday 30 October @XAVIERCOLLEGE
For bookings please visit xavier.vic.edu.au/tours or contact Di Odgers, Head of Admissions on (03) 9854 5307
Xavier College
the basics
Senior Campus
+61 3 9854 5307
135 Barkers Road, Kew, Vic, 3101
xavier.vic.edu.au
Burke Hall Campus
admissions@xavier.vic.
Studley Park Road, Kew, Vic, 3101
edu.au
enquiries
Kostka Hall Campus Years
47 South Road, Brighton, Vic, 3186
3yo kindergarten – year 12
F
prin cipal \ m r willia m dohe r ty
ounded in 1878, Xavier College is a Catholic school within the Jesuit tradition. A Jesuit education seeks to encourage self-reflection so that the heart, mind, body and spirit may become fully engaged to serve the wider world. Xavier College aspires to “set hearts on fire” by an educational commitment to a faith that does it justice. At Xavier, we challenge our students to pursue excellence in all things, both within and beyond the classroom. Education for life in the true sense embraces the intellectual, spiritual, moral and social aspects of life. This ensures that each individual achieves their full potential. In addition to its strong academic initiatives, including university extension programs, Learning Enhancement Centres and IB (Primary Years Programme), Xavier College offers an extensive range of music, sports, and co-curricular activities, including community service and overseas exchange programs. Xavier regularly features in the annual list of highestperforming schools in the Victorian Certificate of Education. It is fundamentally committed to scholarship and to the intellectual development of the students entrusted to the college. While Xavier College is an historic school, it also works to embrace the many opportunities presented by the 21st century.
Denomination Catholic Gender Coeducational 3-year-old Kindergarten – year 4; boys only from year 5 – year 12 Fees Year 12 – $28,450 Boarding \ Yes Scholarships \ Yes
About the principal
Mr Doherty believes that strong education must challenge as much as it supports and exalts. Notions of excellence are a great testament to one’s sense of self-worth and of both personal and collective standard and aspiration.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
Curriculum
Arts Program
Sport Program
By the time our students
Xavier College has always
The college offers
Education through sport
graduate from Xavier in
provided a first-class
opportunities for students
furthers the Ignatian
year 12, they have
grounding in all the
to exhibit their art, both on
philosophy of developing
completed a total of 26,000
traditional core subjects
campus and at three yearly
the whole individual.
hours of service for others
and a breadth of learning
art shows. Xavier also has
Xavier offers a huge variety
under the Ignatian Service
experience. The curriculum
an extensive performing
of sports catering for
Program. It is all about
caters towards the
arts program in co-
students’ different talents,
being men for others.
intellectual, social, physical
operation with girls’ schools
as well as opportunities for
and emotional growth of
in the area.
overseas sporting tours.
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Great teachers. Great education. Great opportunities.
Yarra Valley Grammar a great place to excel.
“T
HE GREATEST STRENGTH OF THE SCHOOL IS ITS PEOPLE WITH A DEDICATED STAFF, SUPPORTIVE PARENTS AND STUDENTS WHO READILY ACCEPT THE MANY OPPORTUNITIES THEY ARE GIVEN. THIS IS A POWERFUL COMBINATION WHICH CREATES A VIBRANT SCHOOL EXPERIENCE.”
Ringwood, Victoria
Dr Mark Merry, Principal
A CO-EDUCATIONAL SCHOOL IN THE ANGLICAN TRADITION – EARLY LEARNING TO YEAR 12 Yarra Valley Grammar Kalinda Road Ringwood Victoria 3134 T 03 9262 7700 E admissions@yvg.vic.edu.au www.yvg.vic.edu.au CRICOS NO. 00356E
THE BA SICS
Yarra Valley Grammar
YEARS Early Learning – year 12
Kalinda Road, Ringwood, Vic, 3134 ENQUIRIES
DENOMINATION
+61 3 9262 7700, www.yvg.vic.edu.au
Anglican
admissions@yvg.vic.edu.au GENDER Coeducational
E
PRIN CIPA L \ D R MAR K M E R RY
stablished in the heart of Melbourne’s east in 1966 and set on a spacious 29-hectare campus, Yarra Valley Grammar overlooks the Yarra Valley and picturesque Dandenong Ranges. Our students excel under the guidance of great teachers, who love what they do and seek to inspire them to strive for excellence. The school offers an extensive range of contemporary opportunities and sets high standards of performance, encouraging all students to achieve their personal best. Great teachers are able to vary the way they teach to suit the way each student learns. This takes patience, flexibility and the ability to see things from the students’ perspective. Yarra Valley Grammar’s team of teachers have a genuine interest in getting to know their students, so they can teach them effectively, encourage them to achieve their best, identify issues or problems, and care for their welfare. Yarra Valley Grammar’s broad curriculum is responsive to individual student needs, with extra opportunities for enrichment and support. Key learning areas include art, design and technology, business studies, English, health and physical education, humanities, ICT, languages, mathematics, music and science. Students study a common curriculum until the mid-secondary years and then a range of diverse electives for senior years is offered.
FEES $9,300 - $27,000 (approx) BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes
ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL
Dr Mark Merry was appointed principal of Yarra Valley Grammar in 2009. Prior to that he was principal of Marcellin College and deputy principal at St Patrick’s College, Launceston. He has a doctorate in educational psychology.
SOCIAL
MEDIA
LANGUAGES
MUSIC
Social responsibility is
Yarra Valley Grammar
Yarra Valley Grammar
Students are introduced to
integral to a Yarra Valley
offers a range of subjects in
introduces languages in
practical music through the
Grammar education. All
media that explore the
junior school with French
year 2 strings and year 7
students are encouraged to
different types of media,
and students are then given
music programs. These
participate in fund-raising
including television, film,
the choice of Indonesian,
programs challenge and
and giving back to the
sound, photography, games,
French or Chinese in
build students’ confidence
community. There are
and digital technologies.
secondary school. Chinese
by involving them in vocal
activities for local charities
We also offer a Certificate
as a first language is also
and instrumental
and communities.
III in Screen and Media.
offered at VCE level.
performances.
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Only About Children THE BA SICS LOCATION A ATION 12 campuses across Melbourne AGE RANGE Six weeks to six years EDUCATION A ATION AL PHILOSOPHY Play-based, intentional teaching in small groups GENDER Coeducational FEES POA
ABOUT US
ENROLMENT
We give children more than an education – our holistic care encompasses everything from health
Contact +61 3 8529 5000 or
and wellbeing, to creative expression. Oac has created innovative environments for children to safely play and learn; guided by our passionate and highly qualified Educators. Together with our OacGrow curriculum (an educational framework led by the interests of the child and includes literacy, numeracy, music, Spanish, active and sustainability programs), Oac Health and Wellbeing services, we’ve created a world-leading offering designed to give children the best possible preparation for life. At Oac, we encourage every child to reach their full potential. ●
visit oac.edu.au ●
Malin Friends Kindergarten THE BA SICS LOCATION A ATION 305 Barkers Road, Kew, 3101 AGE RANGE Nursery to school aged, 3- and 4-year-old kindergarten EDUCATION A ATION AL PHILOSOPHY Play-based, structured play programs GENDER Coeducational FEES POA
ABOUT US
ENROLMENT
Malin Friends provides a beautiful, fascinating early learning environment for children, offering Nursery, 3- and
Contact +61 3 9817 7788
4-year-old Kindergarten programs. Our classes have access to outdoor gardens rich in exploring, creativity, sensory and motor opportunities. We provide structured, play-based programs supporting a range of learning styles, interests and development, which instill feelings of achievement and wellbeing. Our Kindergarten programs are designed and implemented by expert Early Childhood Teachers during term. Specialist programs include yoga, language, PE, music and movement. Our facilities include: a Studio for movement, dance and art; nutritional meals; and parking with lift access. ●
www.malinfriends.com.au ● I N DEPE N DE N T SCHOOL S GU IDE 2018
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL S GUIDE \ dire c tor y 2018
Alia College
Camberwell Girls Grammar School
405 Tooronga Road, Hawthorn East, 3123 +61 3 9822 9622 info@alia.vic.edu.au www.alia.vic.edu.au
SENIOR SCHOOL \ 2 Torrington Street, Canterbury, 3126 +61 3 9813 1166 JUNIOR SCHOOL \ 4 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury, 3126 +61 3 9813 1965 admissions@cggs.vic.edu.au www.cggs.vic.edu.au
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● 82 students ● Years 7 – 12 ● Independent, Non-religious ● Coeducational
● 750 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Girls only ● (ELC: coeducational)
Camberwell Grammar School
Carey Baptist Grammar School
55 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury, 3126 +61 3 9835 1777 registrar@cgs.vic.edu.au www.cgs.vic.edu.au
KEW CAMPUS \ 349 Barkers Road, Kew, Victoria, 3101 DONVALE CAMPUS \ 9 Era Court, Donvale, Victoria, 3111 +61 3 9816 1222 admissions@carey.com.au www.carey.com.au
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● 1300 students ● 4yo Pre-prep – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Boys only
● 2380 Students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Baptist ● Coeducational
Caulfield Grammar School WHEELERS HILL CAMPUS \ 74-82 Jells Road, Wheelers Hill, 3150 MALVERN CAMPUS \ 5 Willoby Avenue, Glen Iris, 3146 PROFILE PAGE
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CAULFIELD CAMPUS \ 217 Glen Eira Rd, East St Kilda, 3183 +61 3 9524 6300 cgs@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au
● Wheelers Hill: Pre-Prep – Year 12 ● Malvern: Kinder – Year 12 ● Caulfield: Years 7–12 ● Associated with Anglican Church ● Coeducational
Christ Church Grammar School
De La Salle College
677 Punt Road, South Yarra, 3141 +61 3 9866 3540 registrar@ccgs.vic.edu.au www.ccgs.vic.edu.au
TIVERTON CAMPUS \ 1318 High Street, Malvern, Vic, 3144 KINNOULL CAMPUS \ Northbrook Avenue, Malvern, Vic, 3144 +61 3 9508 2100 enrolment@delasalle.vic.edu.au www.delasalle.vic.edu.au
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● 400 Students ● 3yo – Year 6 ● Anglican ● Coeducational
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● Wheelers Hill Campus: 1400 students ● Malvern Campus: 430 ● Caulfield Campus: 1375
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● 1140 student ● Years 4–12 ● Catholic ● Boys only
Fintona Girls’ School
Geelong Grammar School
79 Balwyn Road, Balwyn, 3103 +61 3 9830 1388 registrar@fintona.vic.edu.au www.fintona.vic.edu.au
14 Douglas Street, Toorak, 3142 Private Mail Bag, Mansfield, 3722 50 Biddlecombe Avenue, Corio, 3214 +61 3 5273 9200 admissions@ggs.vic.edu.au www.ggs.vic.edu.au
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● 600 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● Girls only ● ELC: coeducational
● 1579 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Coeducational
Haileybury KEYSBOROUGH CAMPUS \ 855 Springvale Road, Keysborough, 3173 BRIGHTON CAMPUS \ 120 South Road, Brighton East, 3187 PROFILE PAGE
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BERWICK CAMPUS \ 138 High Street, Berwick, 3806 CITY CAMPUS \ 383 King Street, West Melbourne, 3003
TIANJIN CAMPUS \ 6 Gongxue Road, Gaocun County, Wuqing District, Tianjin, China +61 3 9904 6000 NORTHERN TERRITORY CAMPUS \ Lot 6057 Berrimah Road, Berrimah, Northern Territory, 0828 admissions@haileybury.vic.edu.au www.haileybury.vic.edu.au ● 4700 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● Parallel education
Ivanhoe Grammar School IVANHOE VANHOE CAMPUS \ The Ridgeway, Ivanhoe, 3079
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+61 3 9490 1877 enrol@ivanhoe.com.au www.ivanhoe.com.au
PLENTY CAMPUS \ 730 Bridge Inn Road, Mernda, 3754 UNIVERSITY CAMPUS – OPENING 2019 \ Terrace Way, Macleod, 3085
● 1180 students including ● ELC – Year 12 ● Coeducational ● Angilcan
Kingswood College
Korowa Anglican Girls’ School
355 Station Street, Box Hill, 3128 +61 3 9896 1700 kwc@kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au www.kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au
10-16 Ranfurlie Crescent, Glen Iris, 3146 +61 3 9811 0200 admissions@korowa.vic.edu.au www.korowa.vic.edu.au
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● 620 students ● Year 7 – Year 12 ● Coeducational ● Uniting Church
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● 700 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● ELC: Coeducational; Prep – Year 12: Girls only I N DEPE N DE N T SCHOOL S GU IDE 2018
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Lauriston Girls’ School
Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak
38 Huntingtower Road, Armadale, 3143 +61 3 9864 7555 admissions@lauriston.vic.edu.au www.lauriston.vic.edu.au
10 Mandeville Crescent, Toorak, 3142 +61 3 9823 8100 admissions@loretotoorak.vic.edu.au www.loretotoorak.vic.edu.au
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● 1044 students ● Kindergarten – Year 12 ● Secular ● Co-ed to Kindergarten ● Girls only: Prep – Year 12
Marcellin College
Melbourne Girls Grammar
160 Bulleen Road, Bulleen, 3105 +61 3 9851 1589 info@marcellin.vic.edu.au www.marcellin.vic.edu.au
86 Anderson Street, South Yarra, 3141 +61 3 9862 9200 enrolments@mggs.vic.edu.au www.mggs.vic.edu.au
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● 1410 students ● Years 7 – 12 ● Catholic ● Boys only
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Methodist Ladies’ College (MLC)
GRIMWADE HOUSE \ 67 Balaclava Road, Caulfield, 3161
207 Barkers Road, Kew, 3101 +61 3 9274 6316 (admissions) admissions@mlc.vic.edu.au www.mlc.vic.edu.au
W WADHURST AND SENIOR SCHOOL \ 355 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, 3004 +61 3 9865 7555 mgs@mgs.vic.edu.au www.mgs.vic.edu.au
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● 2000 students ● MLC Kindle (6 weeks – 5 years) and Prep – Year 12 ● Girls only ● Kindle: coeducational
Preshil
Ruyton Girls’ School
ARLINGTON (PRIMARY AND KINDERGARTEN) \ 395 Barkers Road, Kew, VIC, 3101 BLACKHALL KALIMNA (SECONDARY) \ 12-26 Sackville Street, Kew, VIC, 3101 +61 3 9817 6135 preshil@preshil.vic.edu.au www.preshil.vic.edu.au
12 Selbourne Road, Kew, 3101 +61 3 9819 2422 hibbertn@ruyton.vic.edu.au www.ruyton.vic.edu.au
● 277 students ● Kindergarten – Year 12 ● Secular ● Coeducational
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● 1000 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Girls only
Melbourne Grammar School
● 1800 students ● Prep – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Grimwade House (Prep – Year 6): coeducational; ● Wadhurst and Senior School: Boys only
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● 1100 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Catholic ● Girls only ● ELC: coeducational
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● 850 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● ELC: coeducational ● Prep – Year 12: Girls only
Sacré Cœur
Siena College
172 Burke Road, Glen Iris, Victoria, 3146 +613 9835 2700 admissions@sac.vic.edu.au www.sacrecoeur.vic.edu.au
815 Riversdale Road, Camberwell, 3124 +61 3 9385 0200 office@siena.vic.edu.au www.siena.vic.edu.au
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● 719 students ● Prep – Year 12 ● Catholic ● Girls only
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Strathcona Baptist Girls Grammar
St Catherine’s School
34 Scott Street, Canterbury, 3126 173 Prospect Hill Road, Canterbury, 3126 30 Yarra Street, Hawthorn, 3122
17 Heyington Place, Toorak, 3142 +61 3 9822 1285 admissions@stcatherines.net.au www.stcatherines.net.au
+ 61 3 8779 7500 registrar@strathcona.vic.edu.au www.strathcona.vic.edu.au
● 800 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Baptist ● Prep – Year 12: Girls only ● ELC: coeducational
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● 750 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● ELC: coeducational ● Prep – Year 12: Girls only
Wesley College
Whitefriars College
ELSTERNWICK \ 5 Gladstone Parade, Elsternwick, 3185 GLEN W WAVERLEY \ 620 High Street Road, Glen Waverley, 3150 ST KILDA ROAD \ 577 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, 3004 +61 3 8102 6508 admissions@wesleycollege.net www.wesleycollege.net
156 Park Road, Donvale, 3111 +61 3 9872 8200 enrolments@whitefriars.vic.edu.au www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au
● 3182 students ● 3yo – Year 12 ● Uniting Church ● Coeducational
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● 780 students ● Years 7 – 12 ● Catholic ● Girls only
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● 1200 students ● Years 7 – 12 ● Catholic ● Boys only
Xavier College
Yarra Valley Grammar
SENIOR CAMPUS \ 135 Barkers Road, Kew, 3101 BURKE HALL CAMPUS \ Studley Park Road, Kew, 3101 KOSTKA HALL CAMPUS \ 47 South Road, Brighton, 3186 +61 3 9854 5307 admissions@xavier.vic.edu.au www.xavier.vic.edu.au
Kalinda Road, Ringwood, 3134 +61 3 9262 7700 admissions@yvg.vic.edu.au www.yvg.vic.edu.au
● 2080 students across three campuses ● Catholic ● 3yo – Year 4: coeducational ● Year 5 – 12: Boys only
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● 1300 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Coeducational
Visit Whitefriars 156 Park Road Donvale Victoria 3111 www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au
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