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Located in the leafy inner Canberra suburb of Deakin, Canberra Girls Grammar School spreads across two campuses and has a multi-purpose facility on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. The Early Learning Centre and Junior School are at 24 Grey Street, Deakin ACT 2600; the Senior School is at Melbourne Avenue, Deakin ACT 2600. The school's Deakin campuses provide easy access to airport, road and rail transportation.
Early Learning Centre (ages 3–6); Junior School (Kindergarten to Year 6); Senior School (Year 7 to Year 12).
Independent girls' school offering day and boarding; Canberra's first authorised IB Continuum School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school also hosts a boarding community.
Inclusive Learning and Enrichment Program coordinates support for diverse learning needs, including gifted and talented students, students with disabilities, and those needing social-emotional support. Programs include inspirED (Junior School), Middle Years Study Skills, Senior Study Support, Negotiated Studies (Year 10) and ILP-based support for students with disabilities.
Anglican
Class times: Early Learning Centre 9:00–3:00; Junior School 8:45–3:20; Senior School 8:45–3:20.
Private CGGS bus service operates a Northside route for Kindergarten–12 students, serving Gungahlin, Franklin, O'Connor, Dickson, Ainslie and Campbell. NSW residents can access CDC Canberra bus routes; there are also weekly and casual boarding options available.
The school has a boarding house (the BoHo), the ACT's first and only exclusively female boarding option. Boarding options include full-time boarding, weekly boarding, and casual boarding; international and regional students typically board full-time. The BoHo is located on the Senior School grounds and provides meals in the Dining Hall, study spaces and health and wellbeing support, with a dedicated Director of Boarding and a team of supervisors.
Uniforms are available exclusively from The CGGS Shop on the Senior School campus. The shop stocks new and second-hand CGGS uniforms, including sports items, with online ordering and pickup or home delivery. Cash payments are not accepted.
Meals are provided in the Dining Hall with a balanced hot and cold menu. The menu accommodates dietary requirements and uses locally sourced produce; it changes seasonally and evolves in response to boarder feedback.
The House System is the basis of the pastoral care program. There are four Junior School houses and six Senior School houses; students remain in the same House for the duration of their time at CGGS, with Houses providing opportunities for participation in music, dance, drama, sport, debating and leadership activities.
The ownership of CGGS properties is vested in CGGS, a company limited by guarantee, as Trustee for the Canberra Girls Grammar Property Trust. Operations are governed by a Board of Directors, the majority of whom are appointed by the Bishop-in-Council of the Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn, with five Directors elected by the company's members. The Principal is appointed by the Board and leads the school with the support of the Executive.
Junior School uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Kindergarten to Year 5, and Year 6 marks the introduction of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). Years 7–9 study English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Design Technologies, Language, Art and Health and Physical Education, with Languages offered in Latin, Chinese and French and Arts options in Visual Art, Drama, Dance or Music. Years 11–12 offer either the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS) package or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP); both lead to an Australian Tertiary Admissions Ranking (ATAR). The IBDP comprises six subject groups plus core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service; CGGS notes the IBDP as a holistic pre-tertiary option. The school integrates the IB framework with the ACT senior secondary pathways, supporting multiple post-school routes.
Jaya Pitchford was the 2025 Dux of the BSSS cohort with an ATAR of 99.6 and received a Recognition of Excellence Award; Graduation also highlighted award recipients in English and Mathematics. The Class of 2025 profiles show high-achieving outcomes and progression into competitive university programs.
Graduates pursue higher education at universities including the Australian National University, Charles Sturt University, University of Wollongong, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, University of New South Wales, and Central Queensland University; individual profiles note plans to study in 2026–2027 or pursue related programs (e.g., Adarae Wong to the University of Melbourne; Maeve Ryan to CSU; Charlotte Walker to UOW; Isabelle Hung to CQUniversity). Suha Thazhathezil Zakir also heads toward Medicine at ANU, and Heidi King plans to study engineering at the Australian Defence Force Academy.
CGGS identifies giftedness across areas including academics, creative arts, sport, leadership and service; it uses a balanced identification process and provides high-quality, specialised programs and learning environments, including curriculum compacting, cluster grouping, above-level testing, subject acceleration, gifted profiles and in-class differentiation; Enhanced learning options extend opportunities beyond the standard curriculum.
The school delivers pastoral care and wellbeing across student life. It focuses on the physical, emotional, cognitive, spiritual and social health and development of all students. Educators take responsibility for supporting each student's personal, social and physical development through learning engagements both within and outside the curriculum. The House system anchors the pastoral program, creating a caring and positive environment and helping students develop self-esteem, resilience and a sense of social justice. The pastoral program is supported by heads of house, school psychologists and the Chaplain, with expert guest speakers. Parents are partners in supporting students' academic, social and emotional growth to help them become independent, world-ready young women.
The Inclusive Learning and Enrichment Program is coordinated by the Head of Inclusive Learning and Enrichment with the assistance of the Inclusive Learning and Enrichment Support Team. It recognises diverse learning needs, including gifted and talented students, students with disabilities or specific learning difficulties, and students whose welfare or emotional wellbeing need particular support. An Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is developed for students with an identified disability in collaboration with an advisory teacher, parents, classroom teachers and the student, with long-term goals and short-term objectives. The ILP is supported by the Inclusive Learning and Enrichment team to enable learning across the curriculum. InspirED (Junior School) provides learning extension and targeted support, including high-potential learner programs and interventions such as small-group reading and numeracy support. The aim is to tailor learning to the individual student's needs.
The school places pastoral care and wellbeing at the core of student life and focuses on the whole person. It attends to physical, emotional, cognitive, spiritual and social health and development. Pastoral care is built on the House system and is supported by Heads of House, school psychologists, the Chaplain and guest speakers, with reinforcement through camps, chapel and service opportunities. The program supports adolescents' social and emotional growth and is integrated with the school's broader curriculum to nurture resilient, well-rounded young women.
CGGS has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and development of all children and young people. The school has policies, procedures and training to meet obligations under the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and relevant laws. All staff, volunteers and anyone involved in child-connected work are responsible for safeguarding. If there is a belief or suspicion that a child is being abused or neglected, contact the Child and Youth Protection Services (CYPS) and the School immediately. A Child Safe Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policy are provided for viewing.
Intake and enrolment structure: CGGS is co-educational from Early Learning to Year 3, then female-focused through to Year 12. Intake years include Reception, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten (co-educational) and Years 4, 7 and 10 (female-focused). International applications are accepted from Year 3. Most enrolments are confirmed two years in advance; applications are accepted year-round; enrolment can commence at any time, depending on waitlists. Step 1: Enquire. Step 2: Apply. Step 3: Documentation. Step 4: Interview. Step 5: Offer. Step 6: Confirmation. Step 1: Enquire contact details: Enrolments Team via online enquiry form, phone 02 6202 6420 or email [email protected]. Step 2: Apply: Online application with a 235 AUD non-refundable non-transferable fee. Step 3: Documentation: Two years prior to entry, waitlisted applicants are contacted to request updated documents; if the start date is immediate, this is requested at application. Step 4: Interview: Interview with the Principal, Head of Junior or Senior School or delegate; boarders involve the Director of Boarding; ELC interviews are six months prior to commencement with a Conditional Letter of Offer. Step 5: Offer: Letter of Offer and Enrolment Agreement issued after the interview. Step 6: Confirmation: Enrolment Agreement signed and 2,500 AUD non-refundable enrolment fee paid; Boarding House Agreement for boarders; enrolment is guaranteed through to Year 3 for boys and Year 12 for girls, provided ongoing requirements are met.
Scholarship and Bursary Program has two streams: The Scholarship Stream and The Bursary Stream. The Scholarship Stream recognises academic excellence and achievement in sport, music or the arts; Indigenous students may access boarding; Scholarships are generally 25% of tuition and may be means-tested; An Academic Assessment Services (AAS) test is required. Scholarships include the Principal's Scholarship of Excellence; Gabriel Foundation Scholarship (Academic, Arts, Music, Sport); Indigenous Scholarship. The Bursary Stream provides means-tested financial tuition support; Indigenous opportunities with boarding; Bursaries include Gabriel Foundation Bursary and Archer Family Bursary; Archer Year 11 entry; Gabriel Foundation Bursary and Archer Family Bursary Remissions: typically 25% or more for Gabriel Foundation; 50% for Archer Family Bursary; The Gabriel Foundation funds both Scholarship and Bursary programs. Applications for the 2028 Scholarship and Bursary Program are open; close on Wednesday 18 March 2026; Bursary applications are accepted year-round; Guidelines and Policy available.
Waitlist: Enrolment is influenced by waitlists; most enrolments are confirmed two years in advance; applications are accepted year-round; enrolment can commence at any time depending on waitlists.
141 Burwood Highway, Burwood, Victoria 3125, Australia
Early Learning to Year 12
Independent day and boarding school for girls
Australia
Presbyterian (Christian)
Boarding is provided in Koorinya, PLC's Boarding House on the Burwood campus, housing up to 90 girls in Years 7 to 12. Boarders have access to campus facilities and dedicated study spaces, with staff available around the clock. Years 7–9 boarders may share rooms; Years 10–12 have individual bedrooms. Meals are prepared on site in the Boarding House kitchen with options reflecting Western and Asian cuisines, and dietary requirements are catered for.
The PLC Uniform Shop offers uniforms, school bags, accessories, stationery and crested goods. A new uniform collection was launched in 2023.
Meals are prepared on site in the Boarding House kitchen, reflecting Western and Asian cuisines. The main evening meal typically includes two meat dishes, a vegetarian option, vegetables and salads and a dessert; breakfast includes cereals, toast, yoghurt, fruit juice and a hot option; morning tea and lunch offer a range of choices with dietary requirements catered for.
Junior School has four houses: Hethersett (blue), Koorinya (silver), Woollahra (yellow) and Wyselaskie (pink). Senior School uses a separate house system; the House system was introduced in 1929 and the houses are named after Scottish castles.
PLC Melbourne is a not-for-profit public company limited by guarantee, operating under its Constitution in connection with the Presbyterian Church of Victoria as a charity with educational purposes. The PLC Council has seventeen voluntary members and oversees the College's strategic direction and financial stewardship, with the Principal as an ex officio non-voting member.
The school provides a connected learning journey from Early Learning Centre to Year 12 on a single-site campus. Across every age and stage, the curriculum balances academic excellence with creativity, character and care. Focused learning is delivered through explicit teaching, with individual learning pathways and structured progression that guide increasing independence and leadership. Cross-age connections are fostered through a House system, student-led clubs and cross-year mentoring, complemented by integrated wellbeing programs such as Empowered Changemakers, Wellness in Motion and Faith in Life. The school prepares girls for life after school through a holistic approach, with graduate outcomes defined as Scholar, Thinker, Citizen, Advocate and Leader.
The school offers both the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) pathways and publishes results for these programs. Graduate outcomes are defined as Scholar, Thinker, Citizen, Advocate and Leader. The College maintains relationships with tertiary institutions, notably Melbourne and Monash Universities, and provides Higher Education Studies (University Extension) for academically gifted students.
Programs for academically gifted students are offered throughout PLC, with opportunities to explore interests and talents beyond the curriculum through extension studies and co-curricular activities. Extension programs include competitions and activities such as da Vinci Decathlon, Tournament of Minds, and Future Problem Solving.
The school has a pastoral program embedded across the College. The pastoral program includes age-appropriate education and information sessions for students to understand, identify, discuss and report child safety matters, and to develop resilience, self-identity, leadership and healthy relationships. Assemblies promote student voice and leadership, with committees giving students a say in school life. The College has a zero tolerance for bullying and harassment and runs policies and programs to mitigate these behaviours, including online safety guidance and consent education delivered from Years 5 to 12. The College is committed to diversity and equity, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, students with a disability, students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ students through inclusive practices.
The school teaches English As An Additional Language as an English subject option in the VCE and IB programs. The Learning Enhancement Department provides EAL support for Years 7–12, offering communicative and academic language skills, study skills and cultural transition. The Learning Enhancement Department assists in identifying learning needs and shares this information with teachers. An EAL course of study is available for students who qualify or are recommended for EAL status, with small group classes and curriculum modifications carried out in collaboration with subject teachers. Students may self-refer or be referred by teachers or wellbeing staff for EAL support.
The school has a Counselling Department staffed by qualified, registered psychologists and mental health professionals who provide short-term counselling and support services to all students and their families. They identify areas of student need and collaborate with staff to support and address social, emotional, educational and psychological needs, and work with staff in developing Wellbeing programs. The school runs a Wellness in Motion wellbeing program to help students balance academic success with personal wellbeing. Pastoral care and wellbeing are embedded across the year levels, with support structures in place to promote healthy development.
The school has a comprehensive Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy that consolidates policies to provide a safe environment and protect the emotional, psychological and physical wellbeing of students. The policy commits zero tolerance for child abuse and aims to promote a child safe culture across the College, including the Boarding environment. The College appoints a Senior Child Safety Officer and several Child Safety Officers, with contact details provided for reporting concerns. Staff, volunteers and external providers undergo induction and mandatory training on child safety and protection, including Working With Children Checks and annual training. The policy sets clear reporting procedures for allegations of abuse, including reporting to the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) or the Police, and it supports student safety through governance, pastoral programs, and family involvement in safety matters.
Step 1: Apply. For ELC applications, complete the ELC online application. For Prep to Year 12 applications, complete a Prep to Year 12 online application and pay AU$150 non-refundable application fee. Applicants will be advised of the documents required during the application process; these typically include copies of the applicant's birth certificate, passport and most recent school report, and NAPLAN report if applicable. The boarding enrolment process follows the same steps as the standard enrolment process; boarding applications are accepted for students entering Year 7 to Year 12 and applicants can indicate boarding in the online application, with the rest of the process remaining the same.
Step 2: Application confirmation. You will receive a confirmation email upon successful completion of the online application. At this stage, your daughter will be placed on a waiting list.
Step 3: Offer. A formal letter of offer will be sent via email if a place is available for the specified intake year. PLC commences offering places according to the timings below: Prep – three years prior to the planned commencement year; Year 5 and Year 7 – two to three years prior to the planned commencement year; Years 9 to 11 – 18 months prior to the planned commencement year. Offers are made at non-intake years as places become available. If you submit an application for a non-intake year, your daughter will automatically be added to the waiting list and the Admissions Team will contact you directly should a place become available.
Step 4: Acceptance and confirmation of enrolment. Complete the Acceptance of Place Offer by the due date outlined in the letter of offer and pay a non-refundable enrolment fee of AU$1,500.
Step 5: Holding deposit. A holding deposit is charged one year prior to commencement to confirm enrolment for Prep, Year 5 and Year 7. The holding deposit is credited back to school fees in Term 2 of the year a student commences.
Step 6: Pre-commencement meeting. In the year prior to enrolment, students entering the Junior School will be invited with their families to a meeting with a member of the Junior School Leadership Team. Students in Years 7 to 11 will be invited to an online meeting. The aim of these meetings is to understand your daughter's interests, talents and needs to support her successful transition to PLC.
Types of scholarships: academic scholarships, general excellence scholarships, music scholarships, boarding scholarships, and means-tested scholarships; Old Collegian/Helen Hailes Memorial Scholarship is also offered. Eligibility: current PLC Year 6 students are eligible to apply for entry into Year 7; students currently attending PLC Senior School are not eligible to apply for Years 8–11; candidates must be Australian citizens or hold a Permanent Resident visa; late applications are not accepted. Value: PLC scholarships may cover up to 50% of the basic annual tuition fees; boarding scholarships cover up to 50% of the boarding fees to the end of Year 12; means-tested scholarships are awarded based on financial need. Scholarship process: Academic and General Excellence scholarships rely on ACER exams and consideration of the most recent school report and, in some cases, an interview; Music scholarships may include an audition; Boarding scholarships involve ACER exam and, in some cases, an interview; Helen Hailes Memorial Scholarship is for daughters or granddaughters of Old Collegians and is not offered every year. Entry for 2028: Scholarship Exam Date is TBA (Term 4, 2026). For more information, contact PLC Admissions at +61 3 9808 5811 or admissions@plc.vic.edu.au.
Applicants who complete the online enrolment application are placed on the waiting list. PLC commences offering places when places become available. For intakes, Prep is offered three years before commencement; Year 5 and Year 7 are offered two to three years before commencement; Years 9 to 11 are offered about 18 months prior. If applying for a non-intake year, the daughter will be automatically added to the waiting list and the Admissions Team will contact you directly should a place become available.
Mosman, a harbourside suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, New South Wales, Australia. The Queenwood campus network is spread across four nearby Mosman campuses. The Junior School is at 6 Queen Street, Mosman 2088, and the Senior School is at 47 Mandolong Road, Mosman 2088, with easy access to the wider city and local community.
Kindergarten to Year 12.
The school provides support for individual learning needs. A team of specialist staff works with classroom teachers to adapt activities and assessments. Additional assistance or programs are provided beyond the classroom as required. Literacy Enhancement courses are offered in Years 8 and 9.
The Queenwood Bus Service runs morning and afternoon from Monday to Friday. Bus Routes include Avalon, Lindfield/Lane Cove, North Curl Curl, and Allambie Heights. For more information about the bus service, contact the Business Office at bus.services@queenwood.nsw.edu.au or North Sydney Bus Charters. Public transport is supported by a School Opal Card for eligible students, providing free or subsidised travel on NSW Transport services. Senior School routes include 100 Mosman and City, 114 Royal North Shore via Mosman Shops to Balmoral, 144 Spit Junction and Chatswood via Crows Nest, 230 Spit Junction and North Sydney, 243 Spit Junction to Neutral Bay & City Wynyard via North Cremorne, and B-Line Spit Junction to Northern Beaches; Junior School routes include 100 Mosman and City, 114 Royal North Shore via Mosman Shops to Balmoral, 230 Mosman Wharf and North Sydney, 238 Balmoral and Taronga Zoo, 246 Balmoral Heights and Wynyard.
The school has a regulated uniform that must be worn at all times. The summer uniform is worn in Terms 1 and 4, while the winter uniform is worn in Terms 2 and 3, with a Panama hat required in both seasons and a blazer required in winter. Hats must be worn to and from school.
Lunch orders are available through Flexischools.
There are three houses: Queen (Gold and Green), Wood (Red and White), School (Blue and Brown). Students are allocated to a house on commencement.
The school is governed by a Council of Governors. Key documents include the Queenwood Strategic Plan and Annual Reports (2021–2024).
The Junior School offers core subjects English, Mathematics, Science, History and Geography, with Drama, Music, Art and Physical Education taught by specialist staff. Language options from Year 7 include French or Mandarin, with language study for two years (Year 7–8). In Year 8, electives include Latin or World Religions alongside the core subjects. In Senior School, Years 11–12, girls may undertake either the HSC or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB Diploma). Foundational skills such as essay writing, research and information literacy are explicitly taught to support independent learning. The curriculum is complemented by a broad co-curricular program and opportunities across sport, arts and leadership.
Queenwood consistently achieves formidable results in the HSC and IB Diploma. IB results place the cohort in the state's Top 5%, with some students achieving a perfect score of 45/45. A 2025 highlight shows the highest HSC ATAR of 99.75. Alumni go on to study at top universities in Australia and overseas, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Princeton and Brown.
Most Queenwood graduates pursue tertiary study at universities in Australia and overseas; alumnae have attended Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Princeton, Brown and other leading institutions.
Queenwood embraces giftedness and provides extension for high-potential learners through a formal extension and support program.
The Queenwood Character Education Program places character development at the heart of learning. The three pillars are Truth – The Integrity of Mind, Courage – The Strength to Lead, and Service – The Heart of Purpose, which guide thinking, leadership and community engagement. The program embeds character education across the student experience, curriculum, care and service learning to help students become critical thinkers, ethical leaders and compassionate changemakers. The School Counsellor provides confidential counselling support for students from Kindergarten to Year 12, working with families, teachers and external mental health professionals to ensure wellbeing. Peer support networks foster growth and belonging, with structured programs in the Junior and Senior Schools and Year 10 peer leaders supporting Year 7 transitions.
Queenwood works with students and families to ensure programs meet abilities and needs. A team of highly qualified specialist staff collaborates with classroom teachers to bring out the best in every girl. The central priority is to meet the individual learning needs of every girl within the classroom, with adjustments as required and additional assistance beyond the classroom as needed. The approach includes warm relationships, family communication, comprehensive assessments and data analysis to understand each girl, followed by differentiated classroom work, evidence‑based programs and, where necessary, individualized education plans. Giftedness is supported with a systematic framework that may include external extension, differentiated opportunities within the class, mentorship and purpose‑built projects, as well as Literacy Enhancement courses in Years 8 and 9.
International applicants must reach prescribed standards of English in reading, writing, listening and speaking to be accepted. Thresholds are Years 10–12 Advanced Level above 80%, Years 7–9 Pre‑Advanced Level above 71%, and Years 4–6 Intermediate Level above 46%. If the threshold is not met, AEAS may recommend intensive English Language study (ELICOS) prior to commencing formal studies, after which the applicant may re‑sit the test. Queenwood does not offer course credit, and entry into any course is subject to the school's assessment; interviews are conducted in English. Tests can be arranged through AEAS if required.
The school provides mental wellbeing support through counselling and peer networks. The School Counsellor assists students from kindergarten through Year 12, with confidential conversations unless safety concerns or legal obligations apply, and collaborates with families, teachers and external mental health professionals for short‑ to medium‑term support. Peer support relationships offer opportunities for growth, particularly during transitions, with Year 10 Peer Support leaders delivering a structured program to support Year 7. The Safe & Supportive Schools framework articulates a shared vision for physical and emotional safety and wellbeing, underscoring mutual respect and community wellbeing.
Queenwood operates a Safe and Supportive School Environment framework to ensure physical and emotional safety and mutual respect. The guiding principles require staff to act in accordance with child safety and wellbeing policies, behave respectfully, listen to children's views and concerns, promote human rights and safety, maintain appropriate boundaries and inclusivity, involve children in decisions where possible, and identify and mitigate risks. The framework also mandates prompt responses to concerns or allegations of harm, compliance with reporting requirements, and appropriate record keeping and information sharing within policy guidelines. A whole‑school commitment to safeguarding underpins learning, growth and flourishing for every student.
1. Submit the application and join the waiting list. Applicants are added to the waiting list in order of application date; for Kindergarten, priority is given to the time elapsed between birth and application; priority is also given to siblings of current Queenwood students, daughters of Queenwood Old Girls, siblings enrolling together, and applicants related to Queenwood Old Girls. Following receipt of the Application Form and accompanying fee, the daughter is added to the waiting list.
2. Attend an introductory event or tour. Families are encouraged to submit an application prior to attending an Introductory Day, and may register their intent to attend a Tour or Introductory Day via the website.
3. Prepare for and participate in the interview. Parents and the daughter are invited to an interview; prior to the interview, an Interview Request Form and accompanying paperwork including recent school reports should be submitted. Both parents are expected to attend the interview together with the prospective student, and interview discussions address expectations, aspirations and concerns.
4. Receive and consider an offer. Following a successful interview, a place may be offered. Usual entry points are Kindergarten, Year 3, Year 5 and Year 7, with other offers possible at the Principal's discretion if places are available. To accept, the paperwork accompanying the written offer must be returned, the Conditions of Enrolment signed, and the Acceptance Fee paid; enrolment is confirmed after these steps. Deferred entry cannot be offered due to demand.
5. Overseas applicants and placements. If a family is transferring from overseas, a visit to the School can be arranged followed by an interview, with places offered only if vacancies exist in the appropriate year.
6. Entry points and progression. Junior School entry points are Kindergarten, Year 3 and Year 5; interviews and offers for Kindergarten are usually made soon after application. Prospective students for other years are placed on the waiting list and offered a place if a vacancy arises. Senior School offers are made on the basis of reports and interview outcomes, with interviews possible up to two years before commencement; there is automatic progression from Junior School to Year 7.
7. Mid-year enrolment. Enrolment during the school year is possible if vacancies are available and a confirmed place is offered in writing; starting at the beginning of a school term is preferable.
8. Fees and payments. The 2026 fee schedule lists annual tuition by year level; an application fee of 300 AUD is non-refundable, and an acceptance fee of 4000 AUD is non-refundable. If sisters are enrolled at the same time, a 50% discount applies to the second and subsequent acceptance fees. Enrolment is confirmed after receipt of the applicable fees and paperwork.
9. Contacts for enquiries. For further information, contact the Admissions Office via the listed emails and phone numbers.
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Queenwood offers academic, all-rounder, and music scholarships as well as means-tested bursaries. The application process opens in October each year with testing the following February, and applications are welcome from both current Queenwood students and new applicants. Scholarships can be applied for via the Academic Assessment Services (AAS) scholarship portal. Academic Scholarships require an online application with NAPLAN results and the most recent Academic School Report, an academic examination, and shortlisted candidates are interviewed by a senior member of the academic team; current Queenwood Year 6 students are eligible. Music Scholarships involve auditions and an interview process, with eligibility for Year 7, Year 10 and Year 11 entries. All-Rounder Scholarships require evidence across multiple strengths (e.g., sport, leadership, arts, languages) and include an academic examination plus an interview for shortlisted candidates. The Grace Lawrance Bursary is means-tested, covers tuition fees, and requires financial assessment; hardship assistance is also available for current students. Applicants must provide the required documentation (NAPLAN results, Academic School Report, etc.) and may be shortlisted for interview. Applications can be made using the AAS portal.
Applicants are added to the waiting list in order of application date; for Kindergarten, priority is given to the time elapsed between birth and application; priority is given to siblings of current Queenwood students, daughters of Queenwood Old Girls, siblings enrolling together, and applicants related to Queenwood Old Girls. After receipt of the Application Form and accompanying fee, the daughter is placed on the waiting list.
207 Barkers Road, Kew, Victoria 3101, Australia. The campus is in the leafy suburb of Kew, about seven kilometres from Melbourne CBD. It is easily accessible by tram and train, with route 16 tram stops directly outside MLC and Glenferrie Railway Station within a 10-minute walk.
Early Learning (MLC Kindle) to Year 12; Early Learning, Junior School, Junior Secondary School, Middle School and Senior School.
Day and boarding school for girls
Deaf Education Program; English as an Additional Language (EAL) program; Learning Diversity with Learning Support and Enrichment and targeted intervention options across year levels.
Australia
Non-denominational
Panorama Coaches provides four routes offering secure, dedicated bus services for Kew-based independent schools; Public Transport Victoria school buses are operated by Kinetic Melbourne with most drop-off/pick-up points near campus.
The school has an on‑campus boarding house, Tiddeman House, which houses boarders from Year 7 to Year 12. Boarders have access to in‑house facilities including common rooms, a kitchen, study spaces and an in‑house gym, with around 100 students in residence. Students sign in and out at Reception; boarders in Years 7–11 share bedrooms while Year 12 boarders have their own bedrooms; the boarding house is about seven kilometres from Melbourne's CBD and is linked to the campus by walking and local transport. Boarders dine together on Thursday nights in six ‘Tiddeman Families' and Lunch for day students is collected from the Star Café onsite during the day. A dedicated boarding nurse provides health support alongside the MLC Health Centre, and external medical resources are nearby.
The uniform is worn by students and features the MLC crest with a dark emerald green colour scheme. The current uniform, introduced in 2002, includes warm and cool weather options and separate PE/sport uniforms; uniforms are available from the on‑campus Uniform Shop, Bob Stewart in Kew, or online, with secondhand uniforms also available. The uniform collection accommodates different age groups and activities, with guidance and accessories available from the Uniform Shop staff.
The Terrace Restaurant and Krome Eats Café provide on‑site dining experiences: the Terrace Restaurant is open to the public on select Thursdays for lunch, and Krome Eats Café offers takeaway and dine‑in options on select Fridays. Boarding students collect their lunch from the Star Café onsite and eat in the boarding dining areas, while daily dinners feature a variety of hot dishes. The onsite catering team also accommodates dietary requirements, and menu offerings change daily across dining spaces within the campus.
MLC operates a House system that coordinates activities across a wide range of areas, including cheerleading, athletics, performing arts, debating, cross country, music, swimming, chess and drama. Houses foster unity by connecting older and younger students and promoting a strong sense of pride and belonging through ongoing House events and competitions.
The College is governed by a Board of Directors, with the Principal reporting to the Board and working with the College Leadership Team to oversee all aspects of the College. The Constitution was updated in 2015 and amended in 2020. A Relationship Agreement with the Uniting Church recognises the College's heritage, and MLC is a member of the International Coalition of Girls' Schools.
MLC offers a P-12 curriculum with four stages: Junior School, Junior Secondary (Years 7–8), Middle School (Years 9–10) and Senior School (Years 11–12). More than 60 subjects are available across VCE, VCE VET and IB, with diverse pathways and a sequenced approach that builds knowledge across learning areas. Education Outdoors operates at two remote campuses, Banksia and Marshmead, focusing on personal sustainability, environmental learning and outdoor experiences. The Arts and Design area is extensive, offering Art, Photography, Fashion, Product Design and Technology and Visual Communication Design, supported by 13 specialist studios and a dedicated technology studio, with opportunities such as an Italy study tour for Years 11–12. English, EAL, English Language and Literature are provided within a broad English pathway, alongside Digital Technology, Civics and Commerce, Dramatic Arts, Humanities and other disciplines to form a cohesive secondary program.
MLC has one of the lowest student-to-staff ratios among Victorian all-girls schools, supporting personalised learning and strong student–teacher relationships.
MLC holds one of the highest VCE and IB rankings in Victoria, with students consistently achieving within the top 1% of ATAR scores. The College highlights strong VCE, IB and NAPLAN results and ranks among Victoria's top private schools for both primary and secondary education. Year 12 results are presented as part of its academic profile and are frequently cited in performance summaries.
MLC offers Learning Diversity, which supports both gifted students and those needing additional help. The program includes subject-specific extension, targeted programs (such as math mentoring with gifted MLC alumnae and participation in the Da Vinci Decathlon), and withdrawal groups, all designed to challenge high-ability learners beyond the differentiated classroom.
The school has an integrated wellbeing approach guided by PROSPER (Positivity, Relationships, Outcomes, Strengths, Purpose, Engagement, Resilience). Wellbeing programs are age-appropriate and delivered by the MLC Wellbeing team, in partnership with evidenced-based organisations. In Junior School, Learning Diversity specialists support learning and social–emotional needs; in Secondary, every student has a dedicated Mentor with regular one-on-one meetings and group wellbeing check-ins. The Counselling Team provides short-term counselling for social, emotional and wellbeing needs, delivered by qualified mental health professionals. The Health Centre offers nurse-led health services from 8 am to 4:15 pm with beds for short-term recovery, and Chaplains support spiritual wellbeing and inclusion, including leading events and an open, inclusive religious education curriculum.
The school has Learning Diversity that supports all students, including those who need additional support and those who are gifted. In Junior School, every classroom is supported by Learning Diversity teachers with specialist qualifications who review progress and implement a differentiated curriculum. In secondary years, Year 7–10 students with higher learning support needs participate in the Language and Learning program to develop reading, writing and study skills, and an organisational repertoire is built to suit individual needs. The Deaf Education Program provides regular review meetings, in-class and withdrawal support with a Teacher of the Deaf, and supports communication through sign language, speech and listening, with interpreters and audiology services (Australian Hearing) and access to speech therapy.
Through the English as an Additional Language (EAL) program, English skills are taught to linguistically and culturally diverse students to access the curriculum and understand the College and wider community. EAL provides a structured framework and varied language support options to help students develop proficiency. International students may take EAL as a VCE subject if they meet Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) eligibility requirements.
Counselling is provided by a qualified team of mental health professionals to address students' social, emotional and wellbeing needs. The Health Centre is staffed by registered nurses and provides health information sessions and private care, with beds for short-term recovery. Chaplains support spiritual wellbeing and foster inclusive practices and events, contributing to a supportive wellbeing ecosystem across the College.
The College has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy (MLC Child Safe Program) that applies to all adults in the MLC Community, aligned with Victorian Child Safe Standards. Procedures for Responding to and Reporting Child Safety Incidents or Concerns are in place to guide staff and the College community in safeguarding practices.
1. Main intake points are Prep, Year 5 and Year 7, with a minor intake in Year 3. Places may be available at other year levels from time to time. Enrolment begins when an online application is completed and the $100 application fee is received.
2. Apply online via the Application Portal; the process is straightforward and takes about 5–10 minutes. After submission, the student is placed on the waiting list.
3. Applications submitted fewer than three years before entry require contact with Admissions to discuss the enrolment timeline and options.
4. Approximately three years before the nominated entry year, the College contacts families to confirm intention to enrol and to collect additional information such as school reports and an official Immunisation History Statement if entering ELC or Junior School.
5. A formal offer of enrolment may be made; offers must be accepted by the due date or may be passed to other applicants.
6. Acceptance requires signing the Enrolment Agreement and paying the non-refundable Enrolment Fee. The first child is charged $1,250 and $1,000 for each additional child.
7. A Pre-commencement meeting with the relevant School leader supports the transition; every Year 7 entrant sits a General Ability Test (GAT) one to two years before entry. Approximately 18 months before commencement, a Tuition Fee in Advance of $3,500 per student is payable and credited against the second invoice.
8. Welcome and Orientation Day occurs before the first day, with accompanying parent information sessions.
9. For non-intake entry years, the process is the same but Admissions will be in touch one year before commencement to start enrolment; there is an informal interview with the relevant Head of School before a formal offer is made.
10. Kindle (ELC) entry: 2027 Entry Applications have closed; Kindle Applications close each December, 13 months prior to commencement. If applying for both Kindle and College, select Day Student (Kindle) to enable selection. The Toddler Room (18 months to 3 years) is not an intake year.
The College offers scholarships in six categories: Academic, Music, Sports, Indigenous, Science, and Boarding. Scholarships are competitive and merit-based, assessed on the strength of the scholarship application, school reports, a scholarship test, and an interview. Some scholarships are means-tested, determined by financial need, with eligibility assessed on household income, assets and expenses. Named scholarships include Principal's Scholarship, Dr Wood Scholarship, The Christian and Jinah Johnston / Goldman Sachs Gives Scholarship, and the Thomas Henry Scholarship (Science). Scholarships are available for various year levels as listed in each category (e.g., Academic scholarships for Years 5, 7, 9 and 11; Boarding and Indigenous scholarships with respective year ranges).
Yes, there is a waiting list for all applicants until enrolment begins. Applicants are placed on the waiting list based on the date the completed Application for Admission is received. Enrolments are processed three years before commencement for intake years (Prep, Year 5 and Year 7), and offers are made in order of application date. A family connection to the College gives students a two-year advantage on the waiting list (one year for Kindle applications).
