This week, Newpoint’s Primary and Secondary School Study Abroad Department visited one of Melbourne's historical and highly reputable girls' schools, Methodist Ladies' College. Due to the increasing demand for primary and secondary school consultations, we will regularly provide you with the most straightforward introductions to Australia's private primary and secondary schools, ensuring that parents can confidently plan their children's study abroad.

School: Methodist Ladies' College (MLC)

Established: 1882

Number of Students: 2,300, with 33 international students (as of 2023)

School Highlights: This Melbourne-based, historically renowned top private girls' school has an excellent local reputation and is one of the largest girls' schools in Australia. Starting in 2023, an additional teacher has been assigned to each class, reducing the student-teacher ratio from 1:24 to 1:12, ensuring that every child receives individual attention. The school offers the IB International Baccalaureate as well as the VCE Victorian Certificate of Education. It boasts the largest Art Department in Victoria, with distinctive programs in both sports and the arts, equipped with a heated indoor swimming pool, sports fields, a performance center, and more. Over 50% of students score above 90, and many go on to study at the top-ranked University of Melbourne in Australia.

School Boarding: The school provides boarding from Year 7 (with a local emergency contact required for students), accommodating over 100 students.

2023 International Student Tuition Fees: Preparatory Year to Year 9: $46,530 AUD, Year 10 to Year 12: $50,310 AUD

International Student Application Requirements: It is advisable to join the waiting list at least two years in advance. Applicants need AEAS scores and will undergo an internal interview.

Let's take a look at the campus photos from our visit.

Finally, the Newpoint Study Abroad and Immigration Team, with 18 years of experience, is a professional and dedicated team that has helped numerous primary and secondary school study abroad families smoothly integrate into Australia for their education journey.