St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School is a Prep to Year 12 Anglican day school for girls located in suburban Brisbane. Number of current student is 8000 students.
Location
St Aidan’s is centrally located around 12km southwest of Brisbane City Centre. There are excellent transport links. It is around a one hour drive to the world class attractions of both the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.
Curriculum and Qualifications
In Years 9 and 10, students begin their high school academic program with the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, History, Religious and Physical Education.
In Years 11 and 12, students follow the guidelines for senior studies set by the Queensland Studies Authority.
Address : 546 Portrush Road, Glen Osmond, South Australia 5064, Australia
Philosophy
Seymour College is a girls’ day and boarding school to Year 12, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE). Here at Seymour College we are passionate about offering our girls an outstanding education, and helping them flourish as learners, and as people. Seymour inspires within each student a passion for life-long learning, a celebration of community and a quest for personal excellence. The vision is to foster women of strength, optimism and justice, contributing to an equitable world for all.
Academic Achievement
The 2015 Results
The median ATAR achieved was 92.25
14 students (14%) were in the top 1% nationally, with an ATAR of 99+
23 students (23%) were in the top 2% nationally, with an ATAR of 98+
38 students (38%) were in the top 5% nationally, with an ATAR of 95+
58 students (57%) were in the top 10% nationally, with an ATAR of 90+
Curriculum and Qualifications
IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma)
South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE)
Location
Adelaide, Australia just 10 minutes from the City of Adelaide, South Australia.
Address : Old Mornington Road, Mount Eliza, VIC, AUSTRALIA 3930
Philosophy – Special Features Brief history
Toorak College is an all girls’ boarding school and is considered one of the oldest schools in Australia. The school has been founded 132 years ago and continues to operate until today. The school’s main objective is to develop each student’s abilities across a spectrum of categories such as sports, arts and music for instance.
Location
Toorak College is located 1 hour away from Melbourne. The school is located in a peaceful environment, close to the sea that provides the ideal environment for students to enjoy, relax and study.
Curriculum and Qualifications
The school is open to students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Students in Year 10 are able to choose 1 of 2 curriculums to pursue: Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), a certificate awarded upon successful completion of the course requirements and continue onwards to university. The other is Vocational Education & Training (VET), a certificate awarded to students pursuing a specific career after graduation.
Entry requirements for overseas students
Students at Toorak College from Year 7 – 10 must present their Academic Report prior to applying to the school. This process is required for staff to determine the student’s scores and eligibility to enter Year 11 – 12. Students must take the AEAS Test (which can be taken at CETA) to determine their English proficiency skills as well
English Language Support
The school has prepared an Intensive English course for students whose English is not their primary language. The courses will be taught by a qualified English teacher with many years of teaching experience and works closely with international students.
Pathways to University
The school has a centre for students who are on their last phase of their academic journey to come in and consult with the school’s counsellors for advice.
Academic Achievement / Other Notable Achievements
In 2013, many students from the school achieved many noteworthy academic milestones:
Many students achieved an average ATAR score of 83.55 points.
15% of students under VCE achieved ATAR scores in the Top 5% of the country.
30% of students in all of Year 12 achieved ATAR scores in the Top 10% of the country.
54% of students in all of Year 12 achieved ATAR scores in the Top 20% of the country.
76% of students in all of Year 12 achieved ATAR scores in the Top 30% of the country.
All students from Year 12 received university offers.
Accommodation
The school’s boarding facilities are provided for high school students within a safe, secure and positive environment. Students will be well-cared for during their time at the school.
Support Service for International student
The school has international students from 20 different countries from around the world. Each student will be personally assisted by the staff, ensuring each student is on track and happy.
PCW Melbourne is a learning-teaching school, with highly qualified, expert staff and a very wide range of studies and programs. The College is 143 years old, the second oldest Catholic school in Victoria, giving us a very rich history and strong traditions. The College is old in years but not old in our learning, programs and initiatives. As a base school for Melbourne University’s Masters of Teaching, PCW Melbourne is a leading educator of emerging teachers. Research partnerships with Melbourne University, Monash and Swinburne Universities contribute to the knowledge of staff and maintain a vital connection with the contemporary education discourse.
Academic Achievement
Our high results continue a clear pattern over the last decade with:
Nearly 85% of our student cohort receiving an ATAR score in the top half of the state
Nearly 40% scoring in the top quarter of the state.
Good VCE results take the students confidently into the next phase of their lives. Course selection is also a crucial part of this process. The effectiveness of the Subject Selection and Careers program at PCW is indicated by the percentage of students being offered their first preference and the range of courses adopted. Approximately 50% of our students applying for a tertiary course receive their 1st preference. Over 75 % receive an offer from their top 3 preferences.
Curriculum and Qualifications
Our curriculum promotes academic achievement leading to further education, training and work. Subject selection and careers advice is a 1:1 program, ensuring each student has opportunities to experience success and find their pathway beyond school. Being located 5kms from Melbourne, enables the school to create a dynamic curriculum that extends well beyond the classroom.
Intensive English/ ESL Support
Through the partnership, prospective students would complete their English language at the Hawthorn Language Centre in Melbourne.
Location
PCW Melbourne is centrally located just 6kms from the city centre of Melbourne. Our proximity to most lines of train, tram and bus transport makes it easy for students to access the College. For this reason the College attracts applicants from a wide range of inner city and suburban areas. Windsor Train Station is very close to the school, giving access to PCW Melbourne from all suburbs that connect through Flinders Street Station.
Address : New South Head Road, Rose Bay, NSW, AUSTRALIA 2029
School Type : Girl school
Philosophy – Special Features, Brief history
Kincoppal-Rose Bay School was founded in 1882 and is a co-educational school and has classes from Kindergarten to Grade 6. Grade 7 to Grade 12 is only offered to girls. The school is known for its excellent educational standards and is recognized by the international community. The school also has a network of over 200 schools worldwide. The school teaches students the concept of ‘growth mindset’ where students are encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge through effort. They are trained to achieve academic excellence, learn new life skills and learn the concept of self-study.
Location
The school is located in city and surrounded by a positive environment. Sydney Harbour, the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House all can be seen from the school campus.
Curriculum and Qualifications
The school encourages students the use of multimedia in their daily learning and in classes. Multimedia is used in music, art, drama and physical education classes so students are able to practice more efficiently and better prepare for their career path. Students will receive a HSC qualification upon graduation. This certificate is international recognized and can be used to enroll in higher education in both Australia and around the world.
English Language Support
English is taught to those who speak English as a second language (ESL) and taught by experienced teachers who only accommodate a small group of students in each class. This is to help maximize each individual’s development. Apart from this, a special advisory group is also there to help analyze and recommend.
Pathways to University
To ensure students are well prepared for university, the school officials are trained to counsel each student on their career path and what information they need to properly prepare before entering. Career counseling or information is for universities all around the world.
Academic Achievement / Other Notable Achievements
In 2013, 52% of the students achieved a score of 90 and above in ATAR. Students are then able to apply for higher education in various fields such as Business and Communications, Medicine, Pharmacy, Commerce, Applied Science, Combined Law, Engineering, Fine Arts, International Studies, Actuarial Studies and Architecture.
Accommodation
The school provides dormitories for students from grades 7 through grade 12. One out of 3 students chooses to board at the school together with other Australian and international students. Student rooms have recently been renovated and redesigned. School staffs are also present to take care of the well-being of students.
Address : 26 Albion St, Waverley NSW 2024, Australia
School Type : Independent Girls School (Boarding School)
Philosophy
St Catherine’s teachers and mentors spend time getting to know each girl to gain a deep understanding of her talents and interests as well as areas that need strengthening. It means we can set the academic bar at the right height for each student to ensure she is constantly challenged and strives for excellence in her learning. We call this ‘Academic Challenge’, one of two core pillars that nurture each girl in her journey through the School. It is enhanced by programs such as Gifted and talented and Learning enrichment. The other foundational pillar is ‘Academic care’ which supports each girl every step of the way and features a mentoring program and our innovative positive psychology focus from Kindergarten to Year 12.
Location
St Catherines School ia located in Sydney on the Waverly suburb which is only 5 minute from Bronte Beach and only 30 minute to Sydney CBD
Curriculum and Qualifications
St Catherine’s pursues excellence in teaching and learning, encouraging girls to take an active role in their learning and make informed choices about their education. During Years 7-10, girls study a range of mandatory courses, with elective options available from Year 8 onwards. In Years 11 and 12, students choose from a wider range of subjects to prepare for the Higher School Certificate (HSC).
Academic Achievement
2015 HSC RESULTS An ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) is a rank between 0 and 99.95 that indicates a student’s position relative to the state cohort.
ATAR Percentage of students
Address : 17 Crest Road, Locked Bag 5, Armidale, New South Wales 2350, Australia
Philosophy
PLC Armidale was founded in 1887, and has for the past 75 years been a school of the Presbyterian Church of Australia in New South Wales. In 2017, the College will celebrate its 130th year of continuous education for girls. PLC Armidale is the only all-girls’ day and boarding school in NSW north of Sydney educating students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. PLC Armidale encourages excellence in academic, creative arts and sporting pursuits. Community engagement is fostered through service learning opportunities for girls of all ages. The school totally supports outdoor activities for students, such as clubs, sport competition, music performance, and festivals to build strong relationship and exchange cultures between international students and local students
Academic Achievement
In 2016, 80% of Year 12 students achieved ATAR more than 80, which 4 of those achieved ATAR more than 90. Moreover, students from PLC Armidale achieved the highest score at 96.45. Besides, PLC Armidale ranked as the fourth in Australia for National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy – NAPLAN)
Curriculum and Qualifications
New South Wales Higher School Certificate is offered to students, and graduates will receive the New South Wales Certificate. English as a Second Language class is also provided for international students. At PLC Armidale, there are many alternatives for subject selection, including Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Modern History, Ancient History, Studies of Religion, Business Studies, Economics, Geography, Legal Studies, French, Latin, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Textiles and Design, Visual Arts, Music and Drama.
Location
Presbyterian Ladies’ College is located in the North of Armidale in New South Wales (NSW). There are many transportations to reach Armidale, such as cars, public transportation, flights from Sydney, and train. Armidale is well known for academic, advanced technology, and agriculture.
Firbank Grammar School was founded in 1909, established as an all girls’ boarding school. The school’s mission is, “To provide all our students with an outstanding education, one that prepares them for the journey beyond school.” The students from the school will develop a strong foundation in leadership and recognize the importance of discipline in teamwork. Firbank Grammar School offers students with a variety of courses in sports, arts, music, dance, science and so forth. The school is recognized as the only school in Australia to use Interactive Whiteboards in the classrooms. Firbank Grammar School is equipped with modern teaching and learning facilities. School facilities include a large lecture theatre, library, music room, science labs, swimming pool, and fitness centre and a multitude of sports fields.
Location
Located in Outer Crescent, a city not far from Melbourne, students can easily travel to and from the school via by bus or train.
Academic Achievement / Other Notable Achievements
Students from the school achieved outstanding scores, placing Firbank Grammar School in the Top 10 private schools in Victoria to accomplish high VCE scores. Additionally, 37% of the students achieved more than 95 points in ATAR.
Curriculum and Qualifications
Firbank Grammar School’s curriculum is designed to teaching and effectively guides students to strive to success. The school sets high academic standards for the student body to follow and in doing so; the staffs provide limitless support to ensure all students meet their full potentials. In high school, students have the opportunity to choose from over 35 courses that allow students to discover their hidden talents, interests and potentials. The school also provides VCE and VET courses as well.
Accommodation
Accommodation-wise, the school provides students with dorms and students will have the option to board alone or share the room. The dorms are situated on campus grounds provided with maximum security and on-site staff and teachers to assist students.
English Language Support
International students are required to attend ESL classes to receive assistance from staff to help develop their oral and written skills.
Address : 28 Bayview Road BELGRAVE VICTORIA 3160 AUSTRALIA
School Type : A catholic boarding school for girls
Philosophy
Mater Christi College is an all girls’ Catholic boarding school, emphasized on developing each girl’s self-confidence, creativity and responsibilities she has to her school and community. Teachers at the school possess many years of teaching experience and as a result, many international students achieve great academic feats with their guidance. Many students continue onwards to pursue higher education in the universities of their choice.
Location
The school is located the Belgrave district in a beautiful and safe environment. The school building is modern and is located on top of the hill. Additionally, the school can be reached via bus and train station within 5 minutes.
Curriculum and Qualifications
Over 90% of students from the school receive university acceptance letters from universities across Victoria and over 60% of students achieved an Enter Score of 70% or more. 50% of students received offers from Monash University and the University of Melbourne, including other recognized universities across Australia.
English Language Support
Mater Christi has an English teaching programme for international students. The classes are focused on developing the student’s language skill through classroom participation and assigning research papers.
Accommodation
The school dorms are located in a safe and friendly environment. The dorms are able to house 40 students and there will be on-site staff to assist students 24 hours a day. The rooms are equipped with telephones and internet. Additionally, the dorm staff provide extra classes for students who require assistance regarding school or personal matters. For students who opt out of boarding, students can choose to stay with homestay families as well.
Support Services for International students
Mater Christi provides extensive support services to international students including Guardianship services, healthcare and extra class sessions. There will be staff on-hand to assist students with school subjects and guiding students through university applications. Additionally, the school provides once a year free transfer services to and from the airport. Other services include assisting students on opening a bank account, travel and health insurance for example.
Address : 86 Anderson St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
School Type : Independent Girls School (Boarding)
Philosophy
Melbourne Girls Grammar has specialised in providing a quality education for girls since 1893. We value our traditions and history of achievement. We are a forward looking community and understand that our students must be prepared for life in an increasingly complex and globally connected world. Our focus is the development of young women with the confidence, skills and experience to excel in life beyond school. Leadership, team building, social and cultural awareness, and a strong sense of personal self worth are crucial components of an education at Melbourne Girls Grammar. We believe that students thrive when they are engaged in a challenging academic program within a nurturing environment. Our approach is aimed at ensuring girls are keen to learn and to extend themselves, that they seek out opportunities and are solution focused in their thinking.
Curriculum and Qualifications
Co-Curricular Programs A broad, rich, liberal curriculum is available at Melbourne Girls Grammar from ELC to VCE with diverse Co-Curricular options for every girl. Life at Melbourne Girls Grammar exposes students to a range of curriculum, community and co-curricular opportunities. Students are extended, challenged and enjoy the extensive co-curricular offerings available to them throughout their time at Melbourne Girls Grammar. MGGS girls are encouraged to embrace all activities as an opportunity to expand their experiences, further develop existing skills and find new passions. It is our belief that involvement in all aspects of School life increases each student’s sense of School belonging, expands friendship groups, and also leads to higher levels of motivation and engagement. At Melbourne Girls Grammar, we expect and encourage our girls to immerse themselves in School life beyond the classroom, and in return be rewarded with the joy of participation and personal best achievement. Standout co-curricular opportunities for MGGS girls include Art, Sport, Drama and Music Opportunities that showcase the diverse talents, interest and passions that girls can develop during their time at MGGS. Passionate staff work with girls to provide world class opportunities in these pursuits for girls to explore and thrive in.
Special & Highlight
Wellbeing Programs We nurture and support the growth and development of every girl and have developed a Wellbeing Program that supports their diverse and ever changing needs. Personal Dimensions Mentors: An outstanding Wellbeing Program that is unique to MGGS “At the heart of MGGS are strong relationships. We are focused on the best outcomes for every girl. We take great joy from seeing our students become who they are meant to be. A MGGS girl is happy, confident and ready for life beyond our School gates.” Catherine Misson, Principal
Address : 207 Barkers Rd., Kew, VIC, AUSTRALIA 3101
School Type : Girls’ Day and Boarding School
Philosophy
Methodist Ladies’ College (MLC) is the oldest, largest and most famous girls’ only school in the state of Victoria. MLC was founded in 1882 and serves as a day school with optional boarding services. MLC is catered to providing students with a host of interesting subjects such as sports, arts, music and more to meet the demands and needs of each student. Most interestingly, MLC was the first school in the world to introduce the use of notebooks computers for teaching Year 5 – 12. Additionally, the school was the only school in the state of Victoria to only use Smart Cards as well. MLC is focused on learning and developing each student’s abilities to the fullest with the help and supervision of staff and faculty.
Location
MLC is located in Kew, just 7 kilometres from Melbourne’s city centre. Traveling to and from the school or Melbourne’s city centre is convenient.
Curriculum and Qualifications
There are a variety of subjects taught at the school under the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). There are 80 interesting subjects for students to choose from. However, students have the option to pursue the Vocational Education Training (VET) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB).
Entry requirements for overseas students
For students who do not speak English as their primary language, students must take and pass the AEAS Test (which can be done at CETA) before enrolling into the school. English Language Support Additionally, the school provides international students with English as a Second Language (ESL) course to help improve the student’s English proficiency at school and better understand the education system also.
Pathways to University
Students are able to take a variety of courses aligning with their interests from the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Vocational Educational Training (VCE – VET) and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB).
Academic Achievement / Other Notable Achievements
In 2012:
There were a total number of 2 students under VCE to achieve an ATAR score of 99.96 points.
1 student under VCE achieved an ATAR score of 99.90 points.
2% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 99 points.
8% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 98 points.
4% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 95 points.
40% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 90 points.
8% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 80 points.
Accommodation
The Tiddeman House is the school’s dormitory welcoming both local and international students. The dorm can easily house more than 100 students in its space. However, if students choose to stay with homestay families, the school can arrange and match the perfect homestay family for the student as well.
Support Services for International students
MLC is committed to helping students in all fields of study, including helping students with integrating with the school and society plus, providing students with in-depth career advice. Additionally, the school works closely with parents by reporting the student’s academic progress and providing suggestions, based on the student’s academic performance.
Address : 26 Albion St, Waverley NSW 2024, Australia
School Type : Independent Girls School (Boarding School)
Philosophy
St Catherine’s teachers and mentors spend time getting to know each girl to gain a deep understanding of her talents and interests as well as areas that need strengthening. It means we can set the academic bar at the right height for each student to ensure she is constantly challenged and strives for excellence in her learning. We call this ‘Academic Challenge’, one of two core pillars that nurture each girl in her journey through the School. It is enhanced by programs such as Gifted and talented and Learning enrichment. The other foundational pillar is ‘Academic care’ which supports each girl every step of the way and features a mentoring program and our innovative positive psychology focus from Kindergarten to Year 12.
Location
St Catherines School ia located in Sydney on the Waverly suburb which is only 5 minute from Bronte Beach and only 30 minute to Sydney CBD
Curriculum and Qualifications
St Catherine’s pursues excellence in teaching and learning, encouraging girls to take an active role in their learning and make informed choices about their education. During Years 7-10, girls study a range of mandatory courses, with elective options available from Year 8 onwards. In Years 11 and 12, students choose from a wider range of subjects to prepare for the Higher School Certificate (HSC).
Academic Achievement
2015 HSC RESULTS An ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) is a rank between 0 and 99.95 that indicates a student’s position relative to the state cohort.
ATAR Percentage of students
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