Independent Schools Guide 2018: Eastern, Ivanhoe & Valley

INDEPENDENT

Schools Guide

2018

Choosing the right school for your child PLUS \ SCHOOL PROFILES & FEES

E A S T E R N , I VA N H O E & VA L L E Y

Yarra Valley Grammar –

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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.” Dr Mark Merry, Principal

A CO-EDUCATIONAL SCHOOL IN THE ANGLICAN TRADITION – EARLY LEARNING TO YEAR 12

Great teachers. Great education. Great opportunities.

a great place to excel.

Established in 1966 and set on a spacious 29-hectare campus, Yarra Valley Grammar overlooks the Yarra Valley and the 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.

For more information contact our Admissions Office on 03 9262 7700 or visit yvg.vic.edu.au

Ringwood, Victoria

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

OUR GIRLS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES. “A successful school is a community of inquiry in which divergent and deep thinking is fostered and students are encouraged to accept that a failure from taking a risk leads them one step closer to a success. Students in this culture not only aspire to be exceptional, they expect to be exceptional. Ivanhoe Girls’ is a remarkable school that enthusiastically embraces innovation, internationalism and new opportunities.”

Dr Deborah Priest, Principal

“I care a lot about the world around me and aspire to be a politician or lawyer.

I am passionate about these two career paths as I feel they offer voices for those who often aren’t heard in our society.”

Johanna

“There are many ways to explore creativity at Ivanhoe Girls’. I like all the forms of art: pastels, sketching, painting and performing arts.”

Christina

“As a sporty person, the Ignite Robotics program provided me with a new perspective on Science as it gave me a hands-on approach rather than a theoretical. That is something that I really enjoyed.”

Kerrilee

Head to our website to find out more.

CRICOS 00974A/018621A

Visit Whitefriars 156 Park Road Donvale Victoria 3111 www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au

Be l on g. Be li eve. Bec ome.

Educated decision

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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?

CONTENTS Alphington Grammar School

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Yarra Valley Grammar

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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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Alphington Grammar School

YEARS ELC3 - 12

18 Old Heidelberg Road, Alphington, Vic, 3078 DENOMINATION ENQUIRIES

Non-denominational

039 497 4777, alphington.vic.edu.au GENDER

info@ags.vic.edu.au

Coeducational

A

PRIN CIPA L \ VIVIAN N E NIKO U

lphington Grammar School is located on one convenient and idyllic campus, set on five hectares of beautiful parklands by the banks of the Darebin Creek in Alphington – just seven kilometres north-east of the CBD. The small size of the school ensures a complete focus on the learning needs of our students in a supportive environment where all staff have in-depth knowledge of each student and can respond quickly to their individual needs.

Alphington Grammar School encourages, supports and monitors the personal development and growth of each student at every level. Programs focus on creating an environment where personal goals are achieved and the most relevant learning atmosphere is created for all of our students. The school fully embraces the connection between school and home, and values active engagement with our parents to further support our students.

We foster interest in the arts, physical activity and recreational pursuits, to ensure a healthy life balance and a well-rounded individual. Cultural awareness and an appreciation and awareness of environmental issues are also fostered in our students to secure a sustainable future, with this theme running through many of our programs. The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others are vital skills for lifelong learning.

FEES Prep $12, 558 – Year 12 $16,746 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes

ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL

Dr Vivianne Nikou started as principal in 2013 and is a passionate and dynamic educator with more than 30 years’ experience. She brings a global perspective to the school with an agenda to lead an innovative change for future growth.

GLOBAL GATEWAYS

CO-CURRICULAR

STEM

LANGUAGES

Our Global Gateways

We have a wide range of

Our STEM facilities allow

Students from the ELC

program fosters positive

co-curricular opportunities

our students to engage in

through to year 12 are

learning experiences by

available to our students.

hands-on, practical

exposed to language and

travelling to the Top End,

These bring breadth to their

activities and provide real-

other cultures. Studying

Central Australia, Greece,

educational experience,

life learning experiences.

Greek from ELC4, and

China or Vietnam. Students

and help in their

We are committed to

Chinese from year 7, all our

return with enhanced

development as an

providing a range of

students are exposed to

intercultural

interesting, caring and

learning opportunities

language, with many

understandings and

responsible member of the

throughout the curriculum

continuing to study LOTE

sharpened self-awareness.

school and beyond.

and across all levels.

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Assumption College

YEARS Sutherland Street (PO Box 111), Kilmore, Vic, 3764

7 – 12

ENQUIRIES

DENOMINATION

+61 3 5782 1422, www.assumption.vic.edu.au

Catholic

bernard.jephson@assumption.vic.edu.au GENDER Coeducational

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PRIN CIPA L \ K AT E FO G A R T Y

ssumption College, founded in 1893, is a Catholic, coeducational day-and-boarding school and a Marist Schools Australia college. We provide outstanding opportunities for the young people in our care and cater for their diverse educational, physical, social and spiritual needs.

The college was pleased to announce a new curriculum structure in 2017. These learning experiences are aimed at equipping students with the core knowledge and skills to prepare them to be good citizens in a vastly changing world.

To help them adapt to these rapid changes we aim to instil in them a love of lifelong learning.

The curriculum at years 7 and 8 focuses on subjects that offer breadth and balance, where students study all areas of the Victorian curriculum, and are exposed to an array of digital and design technologies. They begin elective choices in years 9 and 10 – students can select up to 16 semesterbased electives in these years, providing a highly personalised learning experience and promoting student ownership of their education. In the senior years, up to 30 VCE studies are offered, as well as VET and VCAL courses and school-based apprenticeships.

Our aim is to engender in our graduates a passion for life, a commitment to excellence and lifelong learning, a focus on community and service, and an appreciation of God’s love.

FEES POA BOARDING \ Yes SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL

Kate Fogarty knows the benefits of a high-quality rural education. She is committed to ensuring all students can share in this life-giving opportunity and is passionate about forming young adults with “strong minds and gentle hearts.”

SOCIAL

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

CO-CURRICULAR

EXCHANGE PROGRAMS

We are committed to social

We strive to cultivate a

The college has many

Each year our senior

justice, especially for the

climate that gives students

cultural and sporting

students have the chance to

marginalised. Our students

a lived experience of

co-curricular choices,

visit Italy and France for

and staff work to improve

Catholic values and beliefs.

including an equestrian

three weeks and attend our

life for those most in need:

Our formal religious

program. All students are

sister schools. Closer to

the homeless, Indigenous

education program is based

expected to take part in at

home, there is an annual

Australians and people in

on the curriculum

least one activity each year.

cultural and sporting

Third World countries.

framework for religious

exchange with Sacred Heart

education in the

College, Adelaide.

Archdiocese of Melbourne.

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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 Female (Coed 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.

personal endeavours.

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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

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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.

social-justice focus.

inspire young minds.

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COEDUCATION C CATION OR SINGLE SEX? NEGOTIATING THE SOCIAL LANDSCAPE

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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 men and women and being in a co-educational 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 they would be obsolete by 2035), they are still a popular choice.

All-boys school Whitefriars College in Melbourne suburb Donvale agrees that single-sex education allows boys to develop without gender stereotypes.

Principal Anthony Kirley says parents should 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. ● MELISSA HEAGNEY

BEYOND STEREOTYPES

“A better question to ask is how does the school manage its gender arrangements?”

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR HELEN PROCTOR

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here has always been debate around what type of school is best for 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 or coeducational school.

The choice can be difficult and complex.

Not only because the findings of studies show single-sex and coeducational schools are good 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

THE BASICS

Catholic Ladies’ College

YEARS Years 7 – 12

19 Diamond Street, Eltham, Vic, 3095 DENOMINATION Catholic ENQUIRIES

PRIN CIPA L \ M RS S T E PHA N IE E VA N S

+61 3 9439 4077, www.clc.vic.edu.au

GENDER

registrar@clc.vic.edu.au

Girls only

C

FEES

atholic Ladies’ College (CLC) is committed to providing a sustainable education model that leads each student to a diverse range of academic outcomes. We are an all-inclusive girls’ secondary college grounded in the tradition and heritage of the Sisters of Charity. As such, our ideals of courage, resilience, empathy and integrity are ever present in the daily life of our community.

The college was founded in East Melbourne in 1902 and relocated to Eltham in 1971. CLC’s campus includes flexible, technologically rich classrooms, set on eight hectares. We celebrate and embrace the diversity of our students within a range of subjects, including religious education, history, global politics, legal studies, art, and english.

Years 9 to 11 students are able to explore modern Australia Aboriginality through immersive experiences.

Other opportunities are provided for students to engage with the global stage, in the classroom or participating in international experiences. Our language program includes Italian, German and Indonesian and builds proficiency, which encourages overseas travel in the senior years.

CLC is guided by our mission, along with a strong culture of continuous improvement. We seek to challenge our students and allow them to discover their gifts and aspire to be active and responsible local and global citizens.

Year 7 - $9,245; Year 12 - $9,553 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ No

ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL

Stephanie is committed to the development of contemporary young women and their future aspirations. She believes that CLC’s strong focus on a STEAM curriculum, complemented by vibrant co-curricular programs, helps define students’ pathways.

TECHNOLOGY

OUTDOOR EDUCATION

LEARNING

CO-CURRICULAR

CLC students use digital

CLC offers experiences like

CLC’s contemporary

Co-curricular programs

technologies including

surfing, cross-country

learning blends tradition

connect young women with

GSuite, Google maps, and

skiing, abseiling and

with latest practices,

diverse, rich communities,

virtual exhibitions from

conservation activities.

encouraging curiosity,

both at CLC and the wider

world-renowned museums

This develops our students’

resilience and self-

world. Choices include

and overseas institutions

interest and confidence in

empowerment. Practical

technology, STEAM club,

as collaborative tools,

understanding and

learning and co-curricular

arts, sports, education

letting them learn

maintaining their own and

opportunities let students

extension, leadership roles,

anywhere, any time and

the community’s health

pursue their interests in a

community service,

build learning networks.

and wellbeing.

calm and safe community.

pastoral care and travel.

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THE BASICS

ELTHAM College

ENQUIRIES +61 3 9437 1421,

ELTHAM COLLEGE - RESEARCH CAMPUS

www.elthamcollege.vic.

1660 Main Road, Research, Vic, 3095

edu.au

ELTHAM COLLEGE - CITY CAMPUS

registrar@elthamcollege.

Level 2, 398 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Vic, 3000

vic.edu.au YEARS ELC – year 12

A

PRIN CIPA L \ SIM O N LE PL A S T RIE R

t ELTHAM College we strive to get the most out of our time with your child, by introducing them to a broad range of experiences, while focusing on the skills and attributes that make each of them unique. We believe in providing learning experiences that will encourage your child to reach their full potential as compassionate and intelligent contributors to their world.

Children are born with a natural curiosity, a need and desire to understand and interpret the world around them.

As they grow, we aim for our students to become increasingly self-confident, resilient and responsible, with an understanding of themselves as unique individuals, integral team members and valued community builders.

Our exceptional teachers and small classes enable students to be treated as individuals and to be given individual attention. Our curriculum integrates literacy and numeracy into a wide range of experiences, ensuring that learning is meaningful and constructive.

We are also constantly adapting to the changing needs of young people and their world. We support them on their learning journey to unlock their talents through one of Victoria’s broadest curriculums. Most importantly, our teachers guide each young person to become empowered with the self-confidence and independence to manage all aspects of their future lives.

DENOMINATION Non-denominational GENDER Coeducational FEES Please see our website BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL

Committed to ensuring that young people see life as a chance for unlimited learning, Simon Le Plastrier is a highly experienced and enthusiastic educator who has worked in coeducational, independent education for more than 37 years.

HOSPITALITY

SCIENCE

OUTDOOR EDUCATION

DRAMA

ELTHAM owns and

Students are encouraged to

Outdoor Education is a

Our exceptional visual and

operates a Hospitality

explore, innovate and

fully immersive and

performing arts programs

Training Centre and fully

collaborate. Academic skills

experiential program. Our

challenge and inspire. After

functional café and

are further developed

goal is to extend students’

a thorough dramatic

restaurant called Swipers

within engaging modules

experiences by utilising

education throughout their

Gully. The Centre allows

that specifically promote

activities and situations to

primary years, ELTHAM

years 10, 11 and 12 students

the value of the STEAM

promote a positive attitude

College Senior School

to participate in several

movement in education.

towards self, others and the

students can choose from 11

environment.

drama modules and

VET and VCE options.

electives.

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Some of the best careers start right here

JOIN US ON OUR

TWILIGHT TOUR

Thursday 1 March

ELC–Year 4 / 5.45-6.30pm Year 5–Year 12 / 6.30-8.30pm VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO BOOK

Fintona is an optimal place for girls to succeed.

With many opportunities and dedicated teachers to extend students’ learning, a Fintona girl is motivated to achieve her goals.

2019 SCHOLARSHIPS Academic and Music Scholarships are available for Years 5 to 11 for entry in 2019

���������������������������������������������� daughter to aim high, join us on our next tour or call the Registrar on 9830 1388.

Applications close Friday 16 February 2018 Examination date Saturday 24 February 2018

APPLY ONLINE NOW

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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.

developing country.

hands-on experiences.

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OUR GIRLS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES. 2018 OPEN DAY

SCHOOL TOURS

• Meet our new Principal, Dr Deborah Priest • School Tours (Pre-Register Online) • Curriculum Displays and Activities • Science Experiments and Sport Demonstrations • Music and Drama Performances

Wednesday 14 March Wednesday 29 May Friday 27 July

SATURDAY 28 APRIL 10.00am–1.00pm

From 9.00am

Head to our website to register today.

CRICOS 00974A/018621A

Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School

THE BASICS

YEARS 3yo ELC – year 12

123 Marshall Street, Ivanhoe, Vic, 3079 DENOMINAT INA ION INAT ENQUIRIES

Anglican

+61 3 9490 6222, www.ivanhoegirls.vic.edu.au GENDER

iggs@ivanhoegirls.vic.edu.au

Girls only (including ELC)

A

PRIN CIPA L \ DR DEBORAH PRIE S T

t Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School, we support young women to find their voice and identify and celebrate each girl’s unique strengths.

Ivanhoe Girls’ is an open-entry school with more than 900 students (from ELC to year 12). This means that Ivanhoe Girls’ is small enough to focus on each student as an individual learner, yet large enough to be able to offer a broad range of subject and co-curricular choices.

The school has a special culture that is spoken about by parents, students and staff. There is a warmth, friendliness that is hard to describe, but experienced by those who walk through the gardens and become a part of the school family.

Students are encouraged to develop a broad range of thinking and learning skills and strategies, and each girl is encouraged to achieve academic excellence, as well as develop leadership skills and teamwork in a supportive and stimulating environment. Students also have the benefit of developing resilience and self-esteem in an environment that encourages respect for the individual, together with an understanding of others.

Our students are evidence of what we do well. Articulate, courageous, critical thinkers who are generous of spirit, have a lifelong love of learning, and who have a voice and use it to create change. Because at the end of the day, our girls speak for themselves.

FEES Prep $16,230 – year 12 $24,040 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ Yes

ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL

Dr Priest is an experienced educator who started in 2018. She is passionate about developing girls and young women as individuals and preparing them to take their place as outstanding leaders in our community and on the global stage.

2018 Open Day: Saturday 28 April, 10am-1pm

2018 SCHOOL TOURS

LEADERSHIP

LANGUAGES

MUSIC

Start at 9am:

Experiences abound in

French is taught from ELC

Students have the

• Thursday 15 February

informal ways but equally

to year 12. Both French and

opportunity to learn a

• Wednesday 14 March

through the many formal

Chinese are taught in the

musical instrument or

• Tuesday 29 May

positions offered in

senior school, with years 7

undertake speech and

• Friday 27 July

sporting teams, cultural

and 8 studying both

drama training in a co-

• Friday 10 August

pursuits, house, tutor

languages. A Confucius

curricular lesson situation.

• Tuesday 11 September

groups and other co-

classroom enhances the

The school is renowned for

• Friday 19 October

curricular areas where

school’s 40-year

its great music program

• Thursday 15 November

students are elected to

commitment to Chinese

and offers a wide range of

positions of responsibility.

language and culture.

performance opportunities.

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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.

learning experience.

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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!

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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

THE BA SICS

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.

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SINGLE OR MULTI CAMPUS? DOES SCHOOL SIZE MATTER?

W

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

ISTOCK

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.

role models.

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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.

appropriate transition

to become.

programs.

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Our Lady of Sion College

Learning at Our Lady of Sion College doesn’t end at the classroom door.

Here, students cherish every opportunity to explore the richness of the world in which they live.

Witness our community in action to see how our students embrace life and all it has to offer.

For Talk and Tour dates, see our website www.sion.catholic.edu.au We look forward to meeting you.

1065 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill | Phone 9890 9097

Our Lady of Sion College

THE BA SICS

1065 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill, Vic, 3128

DENOMINATION

YEARS 7 – 12

Catholic ENQUIRIES

PRIN CIPA L \ TINA A P OS TO P O U LOS

+61 3 9890 9097, www.sion.catholic.edu.au

GENDER

info@sion.catholic.edu.au

Girls only

E

FEES

stablished by the Sisters of Our Lady of Sion in 1928, the College has a proud history of providing excellent education to young women, promoting service to others and maintaining a culture of respect and inclusion. Our values of compassion, justice, reconciliation, peace and love underpin every decision on how we educate the students in our care.

At Our Lady of Sion, we celebrate diversity, knowing that each student brings her own set of gifts, from high academic aspirations, to a strong desire for social justice, to talents in music, science or the arts. Together, our staff and students form a partnership of learning and discovery, igniting passion, excitement and innovation. Classes at Sion extend the imagination and inspire our students to explore the endless possibilities that life presents to them.

Our holistic curricular and co-curricular programs support students to engage with global concerns and equip them with Catholic values, understanding and relevant skills. Students maintain a global perspective through formation and social-justice opportunities that call them to dialogue with other faiths and to serve the needs of others.

We offer excellence in education and the opportunity to join a community built on respect and inclusion, working in partnership with parents to support our students to truly flourish.

Years 7, 8 & 9: $8,650 Years 10, 11 & 12: $8,950 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ No

ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL

With 35 years’ experience in teaching and leadership, Tina believes the next decade will be flush with innovative opportunities for each girl to reach her full potential. Her vision is to support students in this new world of possibility.

CHOICES

PARTNERSHIPS

SCIENCE

PERFORMING ARTS

Choice represents voice at

Community is essential at

The Denise O’Hara Science

Our Miriam Theatre offers

Our Lady of Sion. With 27

Sion. Our mentor breakfast

Academy is an innovative

students a stage on which to

VCE subjects and VCAL

invites alumnae to speak

extension program unique

build their confidence. With

and VET pathways on offer,

with students about life

to Our Lady of Sion, where

junior and senior plays,

students can design their

beyond school, while

year 9 and 10 students

collaborative musical

own future with support

relationships fostered in

collaborate with real-world

productions and

and guidance from our

Italy, France, China and

scientists in areas such as

comprehensive music and

expert careers and teaching

the US offer students a

aviation, robotics and

drama pathways, students

staff.

place in a global

conservation.

are supported to find their

community.

inner voices.

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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

THE BA SICS

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.

perspective of the world.

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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.

bands or choirs.

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ISTOCK

RELIGIOUS OR SECULAR? FAITH, ETHICS AND VALUES ARE PART OF THE AUSTRALIAN CURRICULUM

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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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THE BA SICS

St Andrews Christian College

YEARS Prep – year 12

130 Tyner Road, Wantirna South, Vic, 3152 DENOMINATION ENQUIRIES

Presbyterian

+61 3 8847 8300, www.standrews.vic.edu.au GENDER

enrolments@standrews.vic.edu.au

Coeducational

S

PRIN CIPA L \ CAT RI O NA WA N S B RO U G H

t Andrews Christian College is a school of learning and teaching excellence, where Christ is central in all we do.

Known for our academic rigour, we are a community that seeks to nurture the whole child and provide an environment where students are inspired and encouraged to grow spiritually, emotionally, socially, creatively and cognitively.

College staff are passionate about the mission of educating the next generation so that they are well skilled, understand life on the basis of biblical truth, and are motivated to walk with God and serve Him in their lives.

Students thrive in the safe atmosphere at St Andrews Christian College, where all students are known and cared for. We partner with parents to support and nurture our students to become the young men and women God intends them to be. We help students to discover their giftings and purpose in this world, and offer an education rich in hope that delivers more than just excellent academic results.

We strive to prepare students to be leaders bringing a powerful positive influence in tomorrow’s community.

Come and visit us on a school tour, and discover for yourself what makes St Andrews Christian College a unique and exceptional school.

FEES Prep $7,495 – year 12 $10,095 BOARDING \ No SCHOLARSHIPS \ No

ABOUT THE PRINCIPAL

Catriona Wansbrough has 15 years’ experience as a principal and has been leading St Andrews for seven years. She is passionate about Christian education, where students are able to excel and find their purpose in life.

EXCELLENCE

CHARACTER STRENGTH

LEADERSHIP

MISSION & SERVICE

A sound, rigorous

All college activities in and

Our well-established

All students undertake

curriculum and

out of the classroom focus

programs provide

service activities each year

outstanding co-curricular

on developing a sound

leadership opportunities

and are encouraged to step

opportunities are offered to

character to enable students

beyond the college to

out and serve others.

help each student grow and

to serve God. The

develop citizens who

Students who go beyond

achieve their best. We

importance of teaching

influence others, rather

their comfort zone

consistently pursue

resilience, reasoning and to

than following and being

experience real-life learning

excellence in learning and

be reflective is richly

influenced by the changing

and develop life skills,

teaching, which is centred

incorporated into our

values and expectations of

strong values and

on Christ.

curriculum.

the world around them.

compassion.

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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 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,

including: debating, chess,

will assist boys in their

recreational, teamwork

to 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

choir, music and band

ultimate aim is the overall

in a fixture within the

to Europe and the US are

ensembles, coding club and

development of each boy.

college day.

also offered.

peer support.

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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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Yarra Valley Grammar

THE BA SICS

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 Co-educational

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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Assumption College

18 Old Heidelberg Road, Alphington, 3078 +61 3 9497 4777 info@ags.vic.edu.au www.alphington.vic.edu.au

Sutherland Street (PO Box 111), Kilmore, 3764 +61 3 5782 1422 bernard.jephson@assumption.vic.edu.au www.assumption.vic.edu.au

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● 571 students ● Pre-Prep – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● Coeducational

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Camberwell Girls Grammar School

Camberwell Grammar School

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

55 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury, 3126 +61 3 9835 1777 registrar@cgs.vic.edu.au www.cgs.vic.edu.au

● 750 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Girls only ● (ELC: coeducational)

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● 1300 students ● 4yo Pre-prep – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Boys only

Catholic Ladies’ College

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

19 Diamond Street, Eltham, 3095 +61 3 9439 4077 registrar@clc.vic.edu.au www.clc.vic.edu.au

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● 2380 Students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Baptist ● Coeducational

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● 1230 students ● Year 7 – 12 ● Catholic ● Coeducational

● 852 students ● Year 7 – 12 ● Catholic ● Girls only

ELTHAM College

Fintona Girls’ School

RESEARCH CAMPUS \ 1660 Main Road, Research, 3095 +61 3 9437 1421 CITY CAMPUS \ Level 2, 398 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, 3000 registrar@elthamcollege.vic.edu.au www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au

79 Balwyn Road, Balwyn, 3103 +61 3 9830 1388 registrar@fintona.vic.edu.au www.fintona.vic.edu.au

● 712 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● Coeducational

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● 600 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● Girls only ● ELC: coeducational I N DEPE N DE N T SCHOOL S GU IDE 2018

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Alphington Grammar School

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Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School

Ivanhoe Grammar School

123 Marshall Street, Ivanhoe, 3079 +61 3 9490 6222 iggs@ivanhoegirls.vic.edu.au www.ivanhoegirls.vic.edu.au

IVANHOE CAMPUS \ The Ridgeway, Ivanhoe, 3079

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● 980 students ● 3yo ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Girls only

● 2105 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Anglican ● Coeducational

Kingswood College

Lauriston Girls’ School

355 Station Street, Box Hill, 3128 +61 3 9896 1700 kwc@kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au www.kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au

38 Huntingtower Road, Armadale, 3143 +61 3 9864 7555 admissions@lauriston.vic.edu.au www.lauriston.vic.edu.au

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● 620 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Coeducational ● Uniting Church

● 1044 students ● Kindergarten – Year 12 ● Secular ● Co-ed to Kindergarten ● Girls only: Prep – Year 12

Marcellin College

Methodist Ladies’ College (MLC)

160 Bulleen Road, Bulleen, 3105 +61 3 9851 1589 info@marcellin.vic.edu.au www.marcellin.vic.edu.au

207 Barkers Road, Kew, 3101 +61 3 9274 6316 (admissions) admissions@mlc.vic.edu.au www.mlc.vic.edu.au

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● 1410 students ● Years 7 – 12 ● Catholic ● Boys only

● 2000 students ● MLC Kindle (6 weeks – 5 years) and Prep – Year 12 ● Girls only ● Kindle: coeducational

Our Lady of Sion

Ruyton Girls’ School

1065 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill, 3128 +61 3 9890 9097 info@sion.catholic.edu.au www.sion.catholic.edu.au

12 Selbourne Road, Kew, 3101 +61 3 9819 2422 hibbertn@ruyton.vic.edu.au www.ruyton.vic.edu.au

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● 945 students including ● Year 7 – 12 ● Girls only ● Catholic

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PLENTY CAMPUS \ 730 Bridge Inn Road, Mernda, 3754 +61 3 9490 1877 enrol@ivanhoe.com.au www.ivanhoe.com.au

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● 850 students ● ELC – Year 12 ● Non-denominational ● ELC: coeducational ● Prep – Year 12: Girls only

Siena College

St Andrews Christian College

815 Riversdale Road, Camberwell, 3124 +61 3 9385 0200 office@siena.vic.edu.au www.siena.vic.edu.au

130 Tyner Road, Wantirna South, 3152 +61 3 8847 8300 enrolments@standrews.vic.edu.au www.standrews.vic.edu.au

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● 780 students ● Years 7 – 12 ● Catholic ● Girls only

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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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● 605 students ● Prep – Year 12 ● Presbyterian ● Coeducational

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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

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