Right School Right Place 2010/2011 the Victorian Government School’S International Student Program Get a Head Start on Your Future

Right School Right Place 2010/2011 The Victorian Government School’s International Student Program Get a head start on your future.

There’s so much to help you achieve and so many reasons to choose a Victorian Government school. You will have the opportunity to:

01 become part of a welcoming and secure community

02 learn English

03 achieve academic excellence in your studies

04 choose from many different subjects

05 access the world’s top universities

06 feel at home with people from around the world

07 establish a clear pathway to career success

08 beneﬁ t from dynamic and varied learning environments

09 enjoy different hobbies, sports and other skills

10 experience the Australian way of life “ Victorian Government Schools give you many opportunities to achieve your goals and opportunities to try something different. You will never hesitate to try something new because the teachers are always happy to talk with the students and they give you very helpful advice.”

– Jisook Noh, former student, Victorian Government Schools Welcome to Right School Right Place 2010/2011 Welcome to the 2010/2011 edition of Right School Right Place, the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development’s guide to Victorian Government Schools accredited to enrol international students.

The Victorian Government has This publication should be used as a a strong commitment to giving all guide and be read in conjunction with students, irrespective of the school they the Department’s publication, Victorian attend, access to a high-quality school Government Schools: A Quality Pathway education and a genuine opportunity to Higher Education, which is available to succeed in life. Victorian Government in English, simplifi ed Chinese, Schools promote a high level of traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean international awareness in and outside and Vietnamese. of the curriculum, preparing students to engage in a globalised world. Last year, over 98 per Victoria, and its capital city Melbourne, cent of international are very multicultural and home to people students across 110 from over 230 different cultures. In fact, Victorian Government one in four Victorians was born outside Schools successfully Australia. International students are very completed their high welcome and valued in our schools and during your time in Victoria you will not school qualifi cation – only be well supported to achieve your the Victorian Certifi cate academic goals, but you will also be of Education. strongly supported as part of the school community. Additionally, 68 per cent of international students Victorian Government Schools provide studying in Victorian a wide range of study options and offer a diverse curriculum. By studying at Government Schools a Victorian Government School, you went on to tertiary can achieve your maximum potential, education in Australia, learn fl uent English and make nine per cent above the lifelong friends. national average.

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Schools in the by checking the school’s website) 2010 2011 to fi nd out more information about: / edition • subjects offered (also refer to the list In this publication you will fi nd profi les of subjects offered by each school at on 96 accredited secondary schools (85 the back of this publication) in metropolitan Melbourne and 11 in • languages offered. If a language you regional Victoria) containing information are interested in studying is not about their location, number of available on-site at your preferred students, special programs offered, school, the language may be available contact details and a brief overview of through the Victorian School of the school environment. Languages (VSL) which offers tuition in over 40 languages. For more All schools with international students information, visit the VSL website must meet strict accreditation criteria, at www.vsl.vic.edu.au and they are regularly assessed and • sports and extra-curricular programs reviewed. All schools listed are of high • academic and sporting facilities, and quality and depending on where you • whether the school offers a University want to live in Victoria, what subjects Extension Program. you want to undertake and what other interests you may have, we believe Your welfare there is a school in this guide that is right for you. Your happiness, comfort and security are our highest priority. The Department We recommend you discuss your study places high importance on the welfare options and school preferences of students at a Victorian Government with the Department or an accredited School. All accredited high schools education agent in your country. are required to have a designated Accredited education agents will member of staff to oversee your have current information about all wellbeing during your stay in Victoria. accredited Victorian Government schools They are usually called International and will be able to help you choose a Student Coordinators and they will be number of schools to place on your there to provide you with around the application form. A list of accredited clock support from the time you touch education agents and contact details down in Victoria right up until your fi nal for departmental staff is available day at high school. on the Department’s website at www.study.vic.gov.au The International Student Coordinator or another representative from the school Schools are listed in alphabetical will also sometimes visit your parents in order and the information found in your home country to report on your each profi le has been provided by the progress at school. In addition, schools school. However, as these are just brief are also required to send four progress overviews, it is recommended that you reports to your parents each year. Where conduct your own further research on possible, these reports are translated schools of interest (through the internet into your parents preferred language.

4 Right School Right Place 2010/2011 www.study.vic.gov.au Internationally recognised high school certiﬁ cate

At a Victorian Government School you have the opportunity to achieve an internationally recognised school qualiﬁ cation, the Victorian Certiﬁ cate of Education (VCE). The VCE is a two year comprehensive senior high school program, and provides entry to all Australian universities and many international universities.

In Victoria there are a variety of subjects available, from the traditional Depending on your English language If you are interested in this program, ones such as mathematics and science profi ciency, you may be required to please contact Department staff or your to the more diverse, such as technology undertake a period of focused tuition local education agent to confi rm that the and dance. A list has been included at prior to attending school. This tuition program is being offered, which subjects the back of this publication indicating is provided by English Language are included and whether the program is the VCE subjects offered at each school Centres located across the State. taught on-site or at a university campus. (see page 61). University Extension Regional profi les Please note, a minimum of 3 units from Program within Victoria the range of English subjects is required to satisfactorily complete your VCE. For A number of Victorian Government New to the 2010/2011 edition of Right full VCE completion requirements, visit schools listed in the publication offer School Right Place are eight pages of www.vcaa.vic.edu.au university subjects which can be studied maps. These maps enable you to see as part of the VCE. These subjects are where in Victoria each school is located. In addition, if you are interested in taught either on the school site by a Schools have been divided into six gaining practical work-related experience teacher accredited by a participating localities allowing each map to display as part of your VCE, such as hospitality or university (such as the University of greater detail. small business management, you can Melbourne or Monash University) or choose from a further range of vocational sometimes they are taught at the The maps can be found at the back of subjects (see page 63). university campus. this publication and display the location of schools in proximity to other schools, These subjects are available through Should you proceed to university university campuses, train stations and an alternate qualifi cation called the studies in Australia, you will receive English Language Centres as well as Victorian Certifi cate of Applied Learning recognition of prior learning and the their distance from Melbourne’s Central (VCAL). Although this qualifi cation is not subject will be credited towards the Business District. Please note that only available to international students, completion of your degree. Aimed at the proximity to other schools and a list subjects from the VCAL can be included the most able students, this program of universities are provided in the in the VCE. These subjects are called can extend your interest in a subject regional Victoria map. Vocational Education and Training beyond the VCE. (VET) subjects.

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Testimonials from current • All Victorian schools are required to be registered and to meet and former students standards under the Education and Right School Right Place 2010/2011 is Training Reform Act. To search for a also available online in e-book format at school, visit the Victorian Registration http://rightschoolrightplace.study.vic. and Qualifi cations Authority (VRQA) gov.au website at www.vrqa.vic.gov.au • Further details on English language The e-book contains the same information profi ciency requirements can be that is in this publication, plus a few found in the International Student additional features including: program application forms available • audio-visual testimonials from current at www.study.vic.gov.au and former international students, • For a full list of Victorian universities International Student Coordinators and TAFE Colleges, please visit and Principals the Skills Victoria website at • Victorian Government Schools: A www.skills.vic.gov.au Quality Pathway to Higher Education • For great information about the in the six languages previously listed many places to see and visit in Victoria • easy navigation and the ability to go to www.visitvictoria.com.au quickly search through the publications • To fi nd out about how to get by keywords around when in Victoria please visit • links to relevant Victorian Government www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au and external websites. Feedback Where to go to fi nd out more The Department hopes you fi nd this about studying in Victoria guide useful and we would appreciate any feedback you may have. You can Further information about Victoria’s fi nd our contact details at the back education system, culture and how to of this publication. get around can be found online at the following websites: • For information on Victorian Government Schools, accredited agents and tuition fees, visit www.study.vic.gov.au • To fi nd out more about education in Victoria visit www.education.vic.gov.au and www.studymelbourne.com.au • VCE and VET subjects offered by schools listed in this publication can be found in the subject matrix on pages 60–65. Up-to-date subject information can also be found on the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) website at www.vcaa.vic.edu.au

6 Right School Right Place 2010/2011 www.study.vic.gov.au Victorian Government Schools

Regional Schools (pages 8–15)

Belmont High School 9Grovedale College 11 Traralgon College 13 Bendigo Senior Secondary College 9Kurnai College 11 Warrnambool College 13 Brauer College 10 Mount Clear College 12 Wodonga Senior Secondary College 14 Bright P-12 College 10 Stawell Secondary College 12

Metropolitan Schools (pages 16–59)

Ashwood College 17 Gilmore College for Girls 32 Mullauna College 45 Balwyn High School 17 Glen Eira College 32 Noble Park Secondary College 45 Banksia La Trobe Campus of Glen Waverley Secondary College 33 Northcote High School 46 Charles La Trobe College 18 Hallam Senior College 33 Parkdale Secondary College 46 Bayside P-12 College 18 Hawthorn Secondary College 34 Preston Girls’ Secondary College 47 Bentleigh Secondary College 19 Highvale Secondary College 34 Princes Hill Secondary College 47 Blackburn High School 19 Keilor Downs College 35 Reservoir District Secondary College 48 Box Hill High School 20 Kew High School 35 Ringwood Secondary College 48 Box Hill Senior Secondary College 20 Keysborough Secondary College 36–37 Rosebud Secondary College 49 Braybrook College 21 Keysborough Secondary College Rowville Secondary College 49 Brentwood Secondary College 21 – Chandler Campus 36 Sandringham College 50 Brighton Secondary College 22 Keysborough Secondary College South Oakleigh College 50 – Coomoora Campus 36 Brunswick Secondary College 22 St Albans Secondary College 51 Keysborough Secondary College Buckley Park College 23 Strathmore Secondary College 51 – Heatherhill Campus 37 Camberwell High School 23 Sunshine College 52 Keysborough Secondary College Carwatha College P-12 24 52 – Springvale Campus 37 Swinburne Senior Secondary College Cheltenham Secondary College 24 53 Koonung Secondary College 38 Templestowe College Collingwood College 25 53 Lalor North Secondary College 38 Thornbury High School Copperﬁ eld College 25 54 Lilydale Heights College 39 Vermont Secondary College Dandenong High School 26 54 Lyndale Secondary College 39 Victoria University Secondary College Debney Park Secondary College 26 Macleod College 40 Victorian College of the Arts Doncaster Secondary College 27 Secondary School 55 Maribyrnong College 40 Dromana Secondary College 27 Viewbank College 55 Maroondah Secondary College 41 East Doncaster Secondary College 28 Wantirna College 56 McKinnon Secondary College 41 Elwood College 28 Warrandyte High School 56 Melbourne Girls’ College 42 Essendon Keilor College 29 Wellington Secondary College 57 Mill Park Secondary College 42 Fairhills High School 29 Werribee Secondary College 57 Mordialloc College 43 Footscray City College 30 Westall Secondary College 58 Mornington Secondary College 43 Forest Hill College 30 Wheelers Hill Secondary College 58 Mount Eliza Secondary College 44 Fountain Gate Secondary College 31 Williamstown High School 59 Mount Waverley Secondary College 44 Frankston High School 31

Subject Matrix (pages 60–65)

VCE subjects offered by schools 61 VET subjects offered by schools 63

Location of Schools (pages 66–75)

Regional Victoria 67 Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs 71 Melbourne’s Western Suburbs 74 Metropolitan Melbourne 68 Melbourne’s Southern Suburbs 72 Melbourne’s Inner City 70 Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs 73

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Belmont High School Bendigo Senior Secondary College

Address: Rotherham Street Address: Rosalind Park Belmont, Victoria 3216 Bendigo, Victoria 3550

Distance from Melbourne: 80 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 1 ) Distance from Melbourne: 145 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 2 )

Principal: Garry Schultz Principal: Dale Pearce

International Student Coordinator: Michael Caccamo International Student Coordinator: Dan Dwyer

Telephone: +61 3 5243 5355 Telephone: +61 3 5443 1222 Fax: +61 3 5243 2420 Fax: +61 3 5441 4548 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.bhs.vic.edu.au Web: www.bssc.edu.au

Number of students: 1140 Number of students: 1800 Number of international students: 20 Number of international students: 35

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: No uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $400 – $600 Cost of uniform (approx.): – Cost of homestay per week: $230 Cost of homestay per week: $224

Belmont High School encourages personal excellence through diverse Established in 1907, Bendigo Senior Secondary College (BSSC) is one of the academic experiences and extensive extracurricular programs. It is oldest secondary colleges in the state. We are a VCE college offering a broad committed to global education with international exchange programs. range of units at Years 11 and 12. Students consistently achieve outstanding The on-site English Language Centre offers an intensive language program success. BSSC was the ﬁ rst state school in Australia to gain international providing excellent grounding for its students. The school is located in accreditation with the Council of International Schools. Bendigo is a large Geelong, Victoria’s second largest city and provides a safe living and regional city in Central Victoria with outstanding educational facilities. learning environment for international students. Geelong provides access “I love Bendigo; I love BSSC; I love my friends here. There are so many to the facilities of a large city, including Deakin University and students can lovely things that let me love here. It’s a good choice to study here!” easily access Melbourne and its universities. – Ma Yang Li, Year 12 student in 2010.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Italian •Indonesian •Over 40 other •Basketball •Table tennis •Chinese (as a fi rst and second •Athletics •Basketball •Cycling languages through VSL •Volleyball •Soccer •Athletics language) •Indonesian •German •Soccer •Swimming •Table tennis 40 Intensive English Language provided Special facilities •French •Over other languages •Volleyball On-site •Specialist Arts and Technology through VSL Special facilities University Extension Program Centre •Innovative Middle Years Intensive English Language provided •New state-of-the-art language 2010 University of Melbourne Learning Centres •Pathways and On-site centre will be completed in Monash University Career Advice Centre •Gymnasium University Extension Program •Students are supplied with •Music Centre •The new Victorian University of Melbourne required texts and calculators Our school is accredited to deliver Bio-Science Education Centre •High-speed multimedia network fi rst-year university mathematics (VBEC) is a statewide maths/ Special programs with over 1,000 computers subjects at our school campus on science centre which will be •Individualised programs through distributed across the college behalf of the University of Melbourne located on our school campus and English Language Centre •Outstanding gymnasium Special programs will be completed in 2010 •International program has a group of •The end of semester reports are dedicated staff •Outstanding translated •Constant communication information technology and is maintained with parents to ensure multimedia programs •High quality that the students are progressing well music and dance programs •Multiple •Accelerated Learning Program vocational education certifi cates •Extensive Music Program •Student •Chinese teacher/interpreter Welfare Support •Leadership providing communication with Programs •Outstanding Debating Chinese parents and students Program •Extensive Sporting Program •Career guidance staff offering advice on careers, university and other future education options

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Brauer College Bright P-12 College

Address: P.O. Box 676 Address: Park Street Warrnambool, Victoria 3280 Bright, Victoria 3741

Distance from Melbourne: 280 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 3 ) Distance from Melbourne: 300 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 4 )

Principal: Julie Myers Principal: John Pryor

International Student Coordinator: Tricia Blakeslee International Student Coordinator: Katrina Ciolli

Telephone: +61 3 5560 3888 Telephone: +61 3 5755 1166 Fax: +61 3 5560 3889 Fax: +61 3 5755 1770 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.brauer.vic.edu.au Web: www.brightp12.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1300 Number of students: 500 Number of international students: 8 Number of international students: 1

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $260 Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $210

Brauer College has developed a reputation as a centre of educational Bright P-12 College is set on ten hectares of landscaped grounds in excellence and prides itself on its strong values while offering innovative the tourist township of Bright, in the picturesque Ovens Valley. Recent programs to help students reach their potential and achieve their goals. renovations have added many new facilities and specialist classrooms. Students are welcomed into a learning environment which aims to develop Primary and secondary students share the same campus, providing a their conﬁ dence and self esteem. The college is widely respected for its unique atmosphere and further enhancing the qualities of the college. excellent academic results and dedicated teaching staff who spend time Bright P-12 College operates an annexe at Dinner Plain during the winter nurturing each student’s potential. ski season. A two acre hobby farm used for agricultural studies adjoins the college enabling students to undertake specialised studies in agriculture and horticulture.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Japanese •Over 40 other languages •Surfi ng •Basketball •Volleyball •German •Japanese •Over 40 other •Snowsports •Equestrian through VSL •Athletics •Swimming •Soccer languages through VSL •Australian Rules Football Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Netball •Cricket •Cycling •Tennis On-site •Internationally accredited On-site •Basketball •Volleyball •Mountain-biking University Extension Program athletics track •Outdoor Education Special programs Monash University and Deakin camp at the foothills of the •VET Certifi cate II in community Special facilities University, Warrnambool campus Grampians National Park •Recent studies, equine industry and sport •Sports stadium •New science, building works and upgrades and recreation •Music (including wood, metal and food classrooms Special programs include a new science wing, •Annexe school at Dinner Plain •CISCO internet working •Literacy instrumental and choir) •Drama computer pods, library, music •Visual arts and communication in the Victorian Alps •Two acre and numeracy support •Public centre, student well being centre, hobby farm used for agricultural speaking and debating •Performing •Wood, metal and food technology purpose built technology building •Careers •Student Representative studies •Football and soccer ovals arts •Sporting academies •Classroom •Year 11 and year 12 student •Newly equipped gymnasium enhancement •Pastoral care Council (SRC) •German and Japanese common rooms •Performing language and exchange •Year level •Computer labs and smaller pods •Overseas cultural visits to three Arts Auditorium •Careers centre countries •Music (instrumental and camps •Student welfare and peer •English Language Centre support programs •Indigenous voice) •Careers counselling •Extensive sporting fi elds •Extensive sporting program Studies with travel opportunities to •Onsite uniform shop •Canteen the Northern Territory

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Grovedale College Kurnai College

Address: 19 Wingarra Drive Address: Northways Road Grovedale, Victoria 3216 Churchill, Victoria 3842

Distance from Melbourne: 80 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 6 ) Distance from Melbourne: 140 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 7 )

Principal: Janet Matthews Principal: Anthony Rodaughan

International Student Coordinator: Janine Coombs International Student Coordinator: Danny Johnston

Telephone: +61 3 5245 4545 Telephone: +61 3 5132 0800 Fax: +61 3 5245 4577 Fax: +61 3 5132 0828 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.grovedale.vic.edu.au Web: www.kurnaicollege.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 739 Number of students: 1100 Number of international students: 1 Number of international students: 20

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: No uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): – Cost of homestay per week: $150 – $200 Cost of homestay per week: $200

Grovedale College is located in a semi-rural setting serving the southern Kurnai College is part of an exciting development in education – suburbs of Geelong, together with the rural and surf coast communities the Gippsland Educational Precinct (GEP). The GEP places Kurnai College to the south, east and west. Extensive educational resources enable the within the grounds of Monash University’s Gippsland campus. This unique college to give an academic focus together with many arts, sciences, sports partnership of education providers shares stunning new facilities, and technology options. VCE enhancement subjects, VCAL and VET subjects, including a $1.5 million ICT hub connecting Kurnai to the world. Set provide many new opportunities for university and TAFE studies and exciting in beautiful grounds, the GEP allows our students access to Monash pathways to the future. Excellence, achievement and improvement are University, the university library and tutoring from Monash University central to all college programs. students. Students are able to access the full range of VCE subjects.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Indonesian •Japanese •Over 40 •Netball •Australian Rules •German •Chinese (ﬁ rst language) •Australian Rules Football other languages through VSL Football •Soccer •Tennis •Over 40 other languages •Swimming •Basketball •Golf Intensive English Language provided Special facilities through VSL •Tennis At nearby English Language Centre •Drama and conference room Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Special programs •Commercial gym on-site •Senior On-site •State-of-the-art technology 1.5 •Laptop program •Instrumental study centre •Music studio University Extension Program centre •$ million computer hub music program •Sports academy •State-of-the-art technology/ Monash University •Gymnasium/basketball courts •Innovative ICT enhanced learning art centre •Indoor swimming pool •Modern, Special programs well-resourced library •Specialist programs and a focus on maths •English support provided underpins and science science rooms for Physics, Chemistry the mainstream English program to and Biology •Access to Monash ensure success in language studies University Gippsland facilities for international students

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Mount Clear College Stawell Secondary College

Address: Olympic Avenue Address: 79-97 Patrick Street Mt Clear, Victoria 3350 Stawell, Victoria 3380

Distance from Melbourne: 100 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 8 ) Distance from Melbourne: 230 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 10 )

Principal: Linda Flynn Principal: Peter Hilbig

International Student Coordinator: Andrew Lang International Student Coordinator: Kerrie Peters

Telephone: +61 3 5330 1500 Telephone: +61 3 5358 1700 Fax: +61 3 5330 2670 Fax: +61 3 5358 3096 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.mtclearsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.stawellsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1150 Number of students: 500 Number of international students: 4 Number of international students: 18

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of homestay per week: $210 Cost of homestay per week: $217

Mount Clear College is located in Ballarat, a large regional city in Central Stawell Secondary College caters for all subjects within the VCE, with modern Victoria with outstanding educational facilities including two universities. facilities and excellent access to technology. A new Language Centre will be Our school aims for the highest academic outcomes for all of our students. completed in 2010. Students are encouraged and assisted to reach their full Highly qualiﬁ ed and experienced staff give international students a academic, social and physical potential. Students are assisted with career challenging educational program with a diverse curriculum. International and university advice and guidance. The college provides an education in a students are carefully monitored with regular reporting to parents. safe and supportive rural environment which values good work habits, a English-speaking homestay families provide a secure environment that positive attitude to learning and a nurturing homestay in an English-speaking supports English language development. The college offers an excellent household. Respect and understanding of individual differences are range of VCE subjects and extra-curricular programs. highlighted and community spirit is highly valued.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Japanese •Chinese •Over 40 other •Australian Rules Football •Chinese •German •Over 40 other •Australian Rules Football languages through VSL •Basketball •Athletics •Soccer languages through VSL •Tennis •Basketball •Cricket Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Swimming •Soccer On-site •Specialist mathematics and •On-site Special facilities University Extension Program science centre •Specialist Asian Special programs •A new Language Centre is to 2010 Monash University language centre (Japanese and •The college encourages programs be completed in •Modern Chinese) •State-of-the-art physics, library with internet access Special programs that provide students with a diverse chemistry and biology facilities range of skills necessary for success •Computer laboratories •Music •Full intensive English language •Extensive computer facilities rooms and recording studio program •Accelerated program in the real world, including ecology •Visual and performing arts projects, music, performing arts, •Competition gymnasium for gifted students •After-school 300 centre including -seat theatre science projects, outdoor education •Technology centre •Art and homework program •Australia’s •Student welfare centre •Gymnasium photography darkroom •Year 12 fi rst Confucius Classroom •Student and hair and beauty •Student welfare •Oval •Tennis courts •Netball, support and chaplaincy program VCE centre •Netball, tennis and leadership program •Student basketball and soccer fi elds basketball courts •Football and services including on-site doctor •Outdoor camps and adventure trips •After-school classes for international soccer fi elds •Skills centre •Hair students •Assistance with individual and beauty teaching salon subject selections, careers and university advice and guidance •Participation in the Australian Mathematics Competition •We have a Chinese teacher/interpreter to assist with Chinese parent communication

12 Regional Victoria A–Z www.study.vic.gov.au For a listing of studies by school, please visit http://schlprv.vcaa.vic.edu.au/schoolsstudiessearch

Traralgon College Warrnambool College

Address: 154–184 Grey Street Address: P.O. Box 442 Traralgon, Victoria 3844 Warrnambool, Victoria 3280

Distance from Melbourne: 145 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 11 ) Distance from Melbourne: 270 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 12 )

Principal: Pip Grifﬁ ths Principal: Mary Pendergast

International Student Coordinator: Ian Outhred International Student Coordinator: Fiona Mckenzie

Telephone: +61 3 5176 2240 Telephone: +61 3 5564 4444 Fax: +61 3 5174 8475 Fax: +61 3 5561 2356 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.traralsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.wblcoll.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1235 Number of students: 946 Number of international students: 9 Number of international students: 6

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of uniform (approx.): $400 Cost of homestay per week: $200 Cost of homestay per week: $200

Traralgon College, is located in the Latrobe Valley, east of Melbourne and Warrnambool College offers an outstanding academic program alongside near Monash University (Gippsland Campus). Students and staff work a broad extra-curricular program. Students have an opportunity to prepare closely together to ensure the delivery of an excellent curriculum and for university while enjoying a wide range of opportunities including the welfare service with an extensive range of VCE and VET programs offered. use of high level science and language facilities, easy access to technology The college strongly supports the notion of a positive partnership between and highly competent teachers. We have a strong focus on respectful the school and homestay families to ensure the best possible outcomes, relationships and promote the values embedded in cultural diversity. both academic and personal, for our international students. We promote success and wellbeing as core attributes for life. Warrnambool College has three sister school relationships with schools in France, Indonesia and Japan.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •German •Over 40 other languages •Basketball •Netball •Australian •French •Indonesian •Japanese •Over •Hockey •Netball •Australian through VSL Rules Football •Table tennis 40 other languages through VSL Rules Football •Tennis •Equestrian Intensive English Language provided •Cricket Intensive English Language provided •Swimming At nearby English Language Centre On-site Special facilities Special programs Special facilities Special programs •Swimming pool •Science centre •Well-established programs with •ESL Centre including classrooms, •Music •Duke of Edinburgh Award •Language centre •Arts centre sister schools in China and Germany computers, kitchen and prayer •Sports •Camps •Student leadership •Climbing wall •New technology, •Regular tutorial sessions and room for student use •IT and •Careers guidance •Holiday revision arts and science centres •Apple revision lectures at Monash multimedia rooms •Computer •Outdoor education •Country Fire Mac wing •Careers centre •Music University’s Gippsland campus pods •Technology Centre Authority cadet program •Public auditorium •Multi-purpose ovals •Accelerated learning programs •Large (indoor and outdoor) speaking and debating •Hockey centre •Immigration assistance (including sporting facilities university visa applications) •Central Australia tour •Prize winners in Victorian Schools Rock Eisteddfod competitions

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Wodonga Senior Secondary College

Address: 69 Woodland Street Wodonga, Victoria 3690

Distance from Melbourne: 255 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 13 )

Principal: Peter MacLean

International Student Coordinator: Andrew Box

Telephone: +61 2 6043 7500 Fax: +61 3 6024 2937 Email: [email protected] Web: www.wssc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 964 Number of international students: 10

Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Wodonga Senior Secondary College is a unique, stand-alone senior college catering for Years 10–12. The college is situated in Albury-Wodonga, a major regional city free from the distractions of capital cities. International students, supported by ESL teachers, are integrated into the school community and provided with quality learning experiences ensuring they achieve their full potential and develop ﬂ uent English. The College offers a stimulating learning environment with high expectations of all students. Students are provided with specialist support and constant communication to help them adapt to life and education in Australia.

Languages taught Popular sports •Japanese •Indonesian •Over 40 •Soccer •Table tennis other languages through VSL •Volleyball •Australian Rules Intensive English Language provided Football On-site Special facilities Special programs •State-of-the-art visual arts •Academic extension •Excellence technology •Performing arts programs including mathematics and facilities •Outstanding ICT and 1 science •Sport (elite and soccer) technology equipment (ratio of 3 12 •Music •Trade technologies computer to students) •Year •After-school study program study centre •Specialist science facility •Performing arts auditorium •On-line course materials/support •VET technology workshop •Expansive grounds

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Ashwood College Balwyn High School

Address: Vannam Drive Address: Buchanan Avenue Ashwood, Victoria 3147 Balwyn North, Victoria 3104

Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 1 ) Distance from Melbourne: 15 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 2 )

Principal: Kerrie Croft Principal: Deborah Harman

International Student Coordinator: James Yao International Student Coordinator: Grace Yin

Telephone: +61 3 9807 1333 Telephone: +61 3 9819 7911 Fax: +61 3 9888 1441 Fax: +61 3 9819 7395 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.ashwood.vic.edu.au Web: www.balwynhs.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 530 Number of students: 1900 Number of international students: 45 Number of international students: 80

Gender: Co-ed (balanced) Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $250 Cost of uniform $300 – $500 Cost of homestay per week: $240 – $280 Cost of homestay per week: $250 – $270

Ashwood College is located in the leafy and attractive suburb of Ashwood Balwyn High School was established in 1954 and is a large multicultural, to the east of Melbourne with convenient transportation to the CBD. The co-educational Year 7–12 school of approximately 1900 students serving the school provides students with personalised care and attention. eastern suburbs of Melbourne. We have strong relationships with schools in International students are given extensive support to ensure they make the China, Vietnam, South Korea and Hong Kong. The school’s highly qualiﬁ ed and most of their life and study in Australia. We offer a broad, comprehensive experienced staff provide international students with a diverse curriculum and curriculum that nurtures academic, technological, creative and social a challenging educational program resulting in consistently outstanding VCE interests. Our students have achieved great results, both in academic results. The school community also encourages our international students to performance and personal development. become involved in a wide range of other school activities such as sport, music, student leadership and presentations to the public.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Chinese (Mandarin) •Over •Basketball •Swimming •Tennis •French •Classical Greek •Greek •Basketball •Swimming 40 other languages through VSL •Cricket •Volleyball •Athletics (Modern) •Chinese as a ﬁ rst and •Athletics •Badminton Intensive English Language provided Special facilities second language •Chinese as a •Table tennis •Soccer •Tennis At nearby English Language Centre •New performing arts centre second language (advanced) •Over Special facilities 350 40 other languages through VSL Special programs • -seat theatre •New •Music complex •Modern •Advanced mathematics and science multimedia centre •Modern ICT Intensive English Language provided science wing •Large gymnasium 340 programs •International student facilities •New canteen and on-site On-site and sports centre • -seat leadership program •Advanced visual uniform shop •Well-resourced University Extension Program theatre •Modern ICT facilities 9 and performing arts program •Year library •Large indoor and outdoor University of Melbourne •Canteen precinct •Year Xplore 10-12 subjects timetabled so that sports area •Music centre •New Monash University learning centre 21st century science wing in 2010 students can choose subjects at an Special programs advanced level outside their year •Exemplary music program •Select level •ESL as a separate subject Entry Accelerated Learning Program 9 from Year onwards •International •Extensive co-curricular program (e.g. student tutoring and homework debating, chess club, drama, sports) group program •Enrichment activities •Student leadership programs

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Banksia La Trobe Campus of Charles La Trobe College Bayside P-12 College

Address: 230 Banksia Street Address: Kororoit Creek Road Ivanhoe, Victoria 3079 Williamstown, Victoria 3016

3 68 & 74 4 Distance from Melbourne: 8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. ) Distance from Melbourne: 9 km (Map Ref: Pg No. )

Principal: Gerry Fogarty / Glenn White Principal: Mike Kerin

International Student Coordinator: Bernadette Smith International Student Coordinator: Connie Prinzi

Telephone: +61 3 9497 3822 Telephone: +61 3 9391 6666 Fax: +61 3 9499 3044 Fax: +61 3 9392 8593 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.banksialatrobesc.vic.edu.au Web: www.bayside.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 365 Number of students: 1550 Number of international students: 24 Number of international students: 9

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $120 – $160 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of homestay per week: $230 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $250

Banksia La Trobe is the secondary campus of the new Charles La Trobe P-12 Bayside College is a co-educational and multicultural school with three College. In 2011 the college will move to new architecturally designed buildings campuses. We provide students with the advantages of a small, caring next to La Trobe University. The new college will have strong links with the environment combined with all the curriculum beneﬁ ts that a large school university. We are a co-educational and multi-cultural school that cares for can offer. Bayside’s senior campus has become one of the most respected students, assisting them to achieve personal goals and academic excellence. VCE providers in the western suburbs, offering a very wide range of VCE Skilled staff in our on-site Language Centre assist students to meet the English subjects taught by experienced staff who are specialists in their ﬁ elds. We requirements of secondary education, and mainstream staff provides support are proud of our multicultural school community and provide personalised to international students to meet their goals. care to all students. The mature atmosphere of the senior campus encourages students to achieve their best.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese ﬁ rst language •Auslan •Basketball •Soccer •Australian •Japanese •Italian •Arabic •Over 40 •Australian Rules Football •Soccer •Over 40 other languages Rules Football •Volleyball other languages through VSL •Tennis •Badminton •Basketball through VSL •Weights program Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Excellent computer laboratories 12 On-site – provides Intensive English •New P- college opening University Extension Program •Extensive library •Gymnasium with Language tuition to students who will adjacent to La Trobe University in Monash University weight-training room •Music centre attend schools in the north-eastern 2011 •Maths Science complex •Sporting facilities •Tennis school Special programs region of Melbourne •Language Centre •Gymnasium for Years 7-9 •Automotive centre •Specialist ESL tutoring •Career and sports grounds •Specialist classrooms (including Special programs counselling •Drama production •International student tutoring science, art, photography, wood, •Music/dance/school band •Camps food, textiles, metal and electrical) and homework club •Experienced •Overseas study tours •Debating International Student Manager and •Partnerships with tertiary Coordinators to oversee student institutions and industry •Business welfare and academic progress and administration program •Chinese and Vietnamese Program Assistants

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Bentleigh Secondary College Blackburn High School

Address: Vivien Street Address: 60 Springﬁ eld Road Bentleigh East, Victoria 3165 Blackburn, Victoria 3130

Distance from Melbourne: 14 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 5 ) Distance from Melbourne: 16 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 6 )

Principal: Karen Wade Principal: Sandra Woodman

International Student Coordinator: Chen Lee International Student Coordinator: Max Garrard

Telephone: +61 3 9579 1044 Telephone: +61 3 9878 4477 Fax: +61 3 9579 2720 Fax: +61 3 9894 2435 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.bentleighsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.blackburnhs.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 840 Number of students: 700 Number of international students: 20 Number of international students: 50

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $450 Cost of homestay per week: $250 Cost of homestay per week: $240 – $260

Bentleigh Secondary College is a Year 7–12 medium-sized college, located We expect the highest academic outcomes for our conﬁ dent, young adults. in the Melbourne Metropolitan area. The college is close to bus stops, Our experienced teachers and multicultural aides provide plenty of shopping centres, swimming pools and other facilities. Dedicated and support. Academic performance and welfare are carefully monitored with highly motivated staff provide strong support and leadership for all regular reporting to parents. Leadership skills and individual initiative are students. Senior students beneﬁ t from ongoing career guidance and encouraged through extra-curricular activities, sports and music. positive feedback about their academic performance. Our multilingual English-speaking homestays provide a comfortable, secure home international student coordinator provides individualised, support and environment with excellent opportunities for learning English. Our pastoral care for international students. students come from Asian and European cultures. “Blackburn is like a second family to me.” – School Captain, Nhat Nguyen.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Japanese •Modern Greek •Soccer •Basketball •Volleyball •French •German •Over 40 other •Basketball •Soccer •Hockey •Indonesian •Over 40 other •Tennis languages through VSL •Tennis •Baseball languages through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •State-of-the-art learning centre, At nearby English Language Centre •Senior Science centre At nearby English Language Centre including four science laboratories, University Extension Program •Specialist instrumental, University Extension Program three multimedia areas, library Monash University ensemble and soiree music and integrated learning spaces performance facilities and music University of Melbourne Special programs Monash University •VCE study centre •International technology centre •Extensive students centre •New music and •Outstanding instrumental indoor and outdoor sports Special programs performance theatre and ensemble music program facilities •Classrooms have •Enhanced learning program for •Nationally awarded sports program state-of-the-art learning highly academic students •Middle •Outstanding mathematics, science technology whiteboards school program offers opportunities and business programs •Study •Computer pods and wireless for students to research and report support and after school homework access to school intranet on a subject of their choosing sessions •Career and tertiary •Computer graphics centre •Excellence in sport initiatives education counselling •Victorian •New language centre in 2010 •Afﬁ liated with local tennis academy School of Languages on campus •Attractively landscaped •Student leadership and peer offering Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, environment for student use support •Nationally award-winning Hindi, Punjabi and Spanish instrumental and ensemble music program •Year 10 mentor program

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Box Hill High School Box Hill Senior Secondary College

Address: Cnr. Whitehorse and Middleborough Address: Dunloe Avenue Roads, Box Hill, Victoria 3128 Mont Albert North, Victoria 3129

Distance from Melbourne: 15 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 7 ) Distance from Melbourne: 14 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 8 )

Principal: Kate Mitchell Principal: Steve Cook

International Student Coordinator: Annie Loke International Student Coordinator: Sandy Toohey

Telephone: +61 3 9877 1177 Telephone: +61 3 9890 0571 Fax: +61 3 9894 1347 Fax: +61 3 9899 4093 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.boxhillhs.vic.edu.au Web: www.bhssc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1000 Number of students: 750 Number of international students: 90+ Number of international students: 4

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: No uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $350 Cost of uniform (approx.): – Cost of homestay per week: $240 – $260 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $240

Box Hill High School was established in 1930 with easy access to public Box Hill Senior Secondary College is a senior college with over 750 transport. We pride ourselves on our high academic standards, friendly students in Years 10, 11 and 12. The college is a vibrant school that atmosphere, ﬁ rm discipline and our strong encouragement of students to celebrates and values diversity. Students enjoy the young adult learning reach their full potential. Our International Student Coordinator speaks a environment and the many specialist programs, they can choose from number of Asian languages. a wide range of VCE subjects and vocational units that provide quality pathways to employment, training and further education. The college is also one of the largest providers of vocational education in Victoria and most of its vocational subjects are taught on-site.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •German •Chinese (Mandarin) •Badminton •Basketball •Soccer •Over 40 other languages •Basketball •Tennis •Over 40 other languages •Tennis •Swimming through VSL •Australian Rules Football through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Modern computer facilities with At nearby English Language Centre •Library linked to Box Hill Institute On-site internet access •Arts specialist Special programs •Science, engineering and University Extension Program room •Problem-solving centre for • +40 Club for high achieving electronics labs incorporating University of Melbourne mathematics •Brand new students •Laptop Computer program state-of-the-art Computer Monash University state-of-the-art gymnasium •ESL •Contemporary music, dance and Numerically Controlled (CNC) room •Science and technology equipment •Multimedia suites, Special programs fashion incorporating vocational centre •Ecology centre certifi cate courses with VCE studies video production, fashion design, •Accelerated program for fi ne art, jewellery and dance gifted students •Extensive and folio preparation for tertiary studies •Sports development studios •Gymnasium, weight music program •Camps and tours training facilities, basketball and •Solar car program •Quintessence programs (tennis, basketball) combine studies with intensive training and tennis courts (three clay courts art exhibition •Debutante ball and fi ve hard courts) •Full •TAFE pathways programs skills development with professional coaches. Scholarships to the US commercial kitchen, carpentry, college system •Comprehensive electrical and plumbing workshops mentor program to monitor student progress and welfare and cater for individual needs

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Braybrook College Brentwood Secondary College

Address: 352 Ballarat Road Address: Watsons Road Braybrook, Victoria 3019 Glen Waverley, Victoria 3150

10 Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 9 ) Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. )

Principal: Geraldine Moloney Principal: Vicki Forbes

International Student Coordinator: Kelly Panousieris International Student Coordinator: Lakshmi Weeraratne

Telephone: +61 3 9312 2900 Telephone: +61 3 8545 0300 Fax: +61 3 9311 7668 Fax: +61 3 8545 0355 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.braybrooksc.vic.edu.au Web: www.brentwood.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1048 Number of students: 1450 Number of international students: 49 Number of international students: 42

Gender: Co-educational Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $170 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $250

Braybrook College is a Years 7–12 co-educational and multicultural school Brentwood Secondary College is a high performing college catering largely serving the areas of Footscray, Braybrook and Sunshine. Situated on for Years 7–12 that provides a safe and secure learning environment, a large site, with excellent sporting facilities and attractive buildings and valuing and respecting students’ individual achievements. Brentwood gardens, the college is well serviced by public transport along Ballarat is committed to the delivery of a challenging, high quality, inclusive Road. Braybrook College has a strong focus on academic achievement, is curriculum. Students are encouraged to strive for excellence. The college committed to established values and places a particular emphasis on offers over 30 VCE subjects and a structured ESL program supporting providing individual help and support within a safe and caring environment. student learning through intensive assistance. The college maintains a well disciplined environment supported by an experienced team of student managers.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Vietnamese (Years 7–12) •Over 40 •Soccer •Table tennis •German •Japanese •Over 40 other •Basketball •Netball •Australian other languages through VSL •Volleyball •Basketball languages through VSL Rules Football •Softball •Tennis Intensive English Language provided •Australian Rules Football Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Extensive computer access University Extension Program •Modern science laboratories and University Extension Program •Library resource centre •Careers University of Melbourne soon to be built state-of-the-art Monash University centre •Senior learning centre science centre •Six fully equipped •Thinking, learning and creativity Special programs Special programs ICT rooms (school wide, wireless centre •Gymnasium complex with •Accelerated and enrichment •Well-established and highly internet access) •Gymnasium and tennis and basketball courts programs •Career counselling regarded ESL program •Advanced activities centre •New wood •Photography, darkroom and 7 10 for Years 9–12 •Focus on arts, Years – classes for academically technology centre •Modern music multimedia facilities multimedia and music •Extensive talented students •Accelerated complex •VCE common room •Five sport programs •Extended programs •Extensive co-curricular tennis courts •Two sports ovals study program for international program (eg. debating, instrumental •School camp in central Victoria music, camps, excursions and sports) students •Supportive student •Student leadership programs wellbeing program •After-school homework club

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Brighton Secondary College Brunswick Secondary College

Address: 120 Marriage Road Address: Dawson Street East Brighton, Victoria 3187 Brunswick, Victoria 3056

Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 11 ) Distance from Melbourne: 4 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 70 No. 12 )

Principal: Julie Podbury Principal: Vivienne Tellefson

International Student Coordinator: Linda Ward International Student Coordinator: Lauren Flannery

Telephone: +61 3 9592 7488 Telephone: +61 3 9387 6133 Fax: +61 3 9592 5724 Fax: +61 3 9387 0061 Email: [email protected] Email: ﬂ [email protected] Web: www.brightonsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.brunswick.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1200 Number of students: 870 Number of international students: 85 Number of international students: 22

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 Cost of uniform (approx.): $500 Cost of homestay per week: (avg.): $240 Cost of homestay per week: $230 – $250

Established in 1955, close to the city and the beach, Brighton Secondary Brunswick Secondary College is an inner city, co-educational school College has a tradition of excellence. Students are offered an outstanding located just 4km from the CBD and cultural heart of Melbourne. We offer program in a structured, supportive and caring environment. A broad an extensive curriculum with an emphasis on traditional academic subjects. curriculum offers the students academic studies, creative and performing International students and their families are attracted to Brunswick arts, technology studies, special programs and an extensive sporting Secondary College by our reputation for supporting students to achieve their program. A broad range of VCE studies is offered as well as vocational best and preparing them for tertiary education. The college has an English studies at senior levels. Language Centre that is located within the main campus. International students are fully integrated into the life of the college and many enjoy the enrichment activities and leadership opportunities on offer.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Japanese •Hockey •Tennis •Basketball •English •Italian •Chinese •Soccer •Badminton •Australian •Chinese (unit 3 and 4) •Soccer •Badminton •Intensive English •Over 40 other Rules Football •Basketball 40 •Over other languages Special facilities languages through VSL •Swimming •Cricket •Gym through VSL •Up-to-date computer Intensive English Language provided •Athletics •Hockey •Table tennis Intensive English Language provided facilities •Specialist Year 9 On-site Special facilities On-site facility •Range of specialist University Extension Program •English Language Centre University Extension Program areas including instrumental University of Melbourne •Networked wireless computer University of Melbourne music and drama •International Monash University suites and classrooms •Modern Monash University student centre •Computer network well equipped physics, chemistry and internet access •Sporting Special programs and biology laboratories •Modern Special programs facilities include a double court •Enrichment and accelerated learning library •Auditorium •Performing •Accelerated, enrichment and gymnasium, synthetic tennis and program •Multicultural and bilingual arts centre •Technology rooms enhancement programs within the hockey courts •New VCE and support •Student leadership training •Language laboratory college and with universities careers centre •Homework Clubs for academic •Extensive ESL •Instrumental music support and ESL •University of program including concert and rock Melbourne mentoring •English, bands •Experienced International mathematics and science competitions Student Manager and coordinators •Music and performing arts who oversee student welfare •Inter-school debating •Careers and •House choral and annual arts course counselling •Student welfare and drama festivals services •School dance production

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Buckley Park College Camberwell High School

Address: Cooper Street Address: Prospect Hill Road Essendon, Victoria 3040 Canterbury, Victoria 3126

Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 13 ) Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 14 )

Principal: Tony Tartaro Principal: Isabelle McKenzie (Acting Principal)

International Student Coordinator: Justin Garrett International Student Coordinator: Paula Stocker

Telephone: +61 3 9331 9999 Telephone: +61 3 9836 0555 Fax: +61 3 9331 9977 Fax: +61 3 9836 0194 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.buckleyparkco.vic.edu.au Web: www.camhigh.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 890 Number of students: 1200 Number of international students: 12 Number of international students: 65

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 Cost of homestay per week: $240 – $260 Cost of homestay per week: $250

Buckley Park College offers a broad curriculum in a safe caring Established in1941, Camberwell High School is highly regarded for its environment where each student’s individual progress is monitored. academic excellence, extra-curricular activities and its well-established, We are committed to nurturing the academic and personal development successful international students’ program. Highly qualiﬁ ed and that prepares students to take their place in the world. Highly qualiﬁ ed experienced teachers provide a comprehensive and engaging curriculum and experienced teachers challenge and support students to achieve and a safe educational environment incorporating the latest learning excellent VCE results and entrance to university, training and employment. technologies. Students are well supported by a team of specialised staff Our international students participate in all aspects of school life and and experienced Homestay providers to ensure their success in their establish valued relationships with their peers and teachers. studies and careers.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •German •Japanese •Over 40 other •Basketball •Australian Rules •French •Indonesian •Chinese (ﬁ rst •Basketball •Badminton •Soccer languages through VSL Football •Soccer •Netball •Tennis language) •Over 40 other languages •Table tennis •Netball •Hockey Intensive English Language provided Special facilities through VSL Special facilities At a nearby English Language Centre •Four computer laboratories Intensive English Language provided •Extensive IT facilities: fully 2010 University Extension Program •Computer and internet access On-site (planned for ) networked school •Individual University of Melbourne in all classrooms and library University Extension Program netbook program to be introduced 2010 •Sports hall •Performing arts Monash University in •Well-equipped classrooms Special programs centre •New science, technology •Science laboratories, arts and •Student leadership training and art facilities •Study centre Special programs Technologies Centre •VCE study •Learning technology •Enrichment for senior students •Study support sessions centre •Music centre with recording program for academically advanced •Accelerated studies •Participation in studio •Drama studio •Modern students •Strong pastoral care state, national and international sports facilities program •Instrumental music academic competitions •Strong •Comprehensive sporting program student leadership programs •English skills course •Accelerated •Extensive music programs – many learning program •Access to bands and orchestras •Sporting university enhancement program competitions at local and state levels

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TH & LEAR HEAL NING Carwatha College P-12 Cheltenham Secondary College

Address: 43–81 Browns Road Address: Bernard Street Noble Park North, Victoria 3174 Cheltenham, Victoria 3192

Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 15 ) Distance from Melbourne: 18 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 16 )

Principal: Bronwyn Hamilton Principal: Keith Muller

International Student Coordinator: Lynne Ramsay International Student Coordinator: Heath McMillin / Lorraine East

Telephone: +61 3 9795 5848 Telephone: +61 3 9555 5955 Fax: +61 3 9790 1712 Fax: +61 3 9555 8617 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.carwatha.vic.edu.au Web: www.cheltsec.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1100 Number of students: 1200 Number of international students: 12 Number of international students: 21

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $120 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $300 Cost of homestay per week: $180 Cost of homestay per week: $235

Carwatha College P-12 attracts students from a wide area and from over Cheltenham Secondary College has a strong discipline and welfare 55 different nationalities. The aim of the college is to cater for the needs structure that is supportive to students and staff. Courtesy, self-discipline of all students in a caring and nurturing environment that facilitates and and respect for others are promoted in a safe environment. The VCE promotes success and achievement. The college strives for academic program is characterised by a highly experienced teaching team and an excellence whilst ensuring that the programs offered cater to the needs of extensive counselling process that leads to outstanding VCE results. all students. At Years 11 and 12, emphasis is on breadth of choice through The college was one of the ﬁ rst Victorian Government Schools to VCE, VET and VCAL subjects. The college also welcomes primary accept international students. enrolments.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Over 40 other languages •Football •Netball •Basketball •Italian •Over 40 other languages •Basketball •Hockey •Australian through VSL •Cricket •Hockey through VSL Rules Football Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Senior years centre •Flexible At nearby English Language Centre •Modern computer labs 7 8 Special programs learning centre (Years – ) University Extension Program •New science, technology and •English and mathematics support •Victorian School of Languages on University of Melbourne mathematics administrative buildings •Double •Extension program in mathematics site •Two gymnasiums •Weights offered on-site gymnasium •Air-conditioning 230 •Music and theatre productions room • -seat theatre •Music precinct •Darkroom for media Special programs •Camps and excursions •University mathematics delivered •Instrumental music studies •Specialised metal, timber, ceramics and craft rooms on-site, under the auspice of the •Networked computers with University of Melbourne •Academic, internet access •Large indoor musical and sporting exchange with a and outdoor sports facilities South Australian school •Annual theatre production

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Collingwood College Copperﬁ eld College

Address: Crn McCutcheon Way and Cromwell Address: Goldsmith Avenue Road, Collingwood, Victoria 3066 Delahey, Victoria 3037

Distance from Melbourne: 2.8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 70 No. 17 ) Distance from Melbourne: 18 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 18 )

Principal: Dale Perichon Principal: Tony Simpson

International Student Coordinator: Chrys Polack (AP) International Student Coordinator: Sue Wettenhall

Telephone: +61 3 9417 6681 Telephone: +61 3 9307 5555 Fax: +61 3 9416 1279 Fax: +61 3 9307 5444 Email: [email protected] Email: copperﬁ [email protected] Web: www.collingwood.vic.edu.au Web: www.coperﬁ eldcollege.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 550 Number of students: 1750 Number of international students: 24 Number of international students: 17

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: No uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): – Cost of uniform (approx.): $330 – $400 Cost of homestay per week: $230 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $250

Collingwood College is a small co-educational college located in the centre Copperﬁ eld College is a multicultural, multi-campus school with two of Melbourne. It is in close proximity to the University of Melbourne, RMIT Years 7–10 campuses and one senior campus. It is culturally diverse. and TAFE colleges. Our students consistently gain 100% completion of VCE ESL classes support students and an ability-based program supports and obtain placements in a wide range of tertiary institutions. We offer literacy development. Year 9 students participate in Challenge Day, building exciting new opportunities with the introduction of our design school, conﬁ dence and community links. A production occurs each year with incorporating VET Design subjects and a major project based on individual students participating as singers, dancers, actors, musicians and back stage. interest. The college focuses on pastoral care and academic progress The student leadership program develops leadership skills and provides for all students. opportunities for students at all levels. Programs provide the opportunity to achieve the highest VCE results as well as other educational pathways.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese •Over 40 other languages •Soccer •Basketball •Japanese •Italian •Over 40 other •Athletics •Soccer through VSL •Badminton •Volleyball languages through VSL •Australian Rules Football Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Well-resourced library At nearby English Language Centre •Artiﬁ cial turf sports ground University Extension Program •Multimedia/conference room Special programs •Trade training centre •VCE centre University of Melbourne •Extensive resource centre with •Literacy program •Challenge Day •Performance Space •Two purpose 7 10 internet access •Two gymnasiums •English as a Second Language built Years – campuses and Special programs 11 12 and extensive playing ﬁ elds •Two program •Production and one purpose built Years – •After-school, weekend and 270 large music studios • -seat instrumental music •VCE and VCAL campus •Gymnasiums and holiday study program •Different theatre •Canteen libraries with extensive resources streams in mathematics and science •Extensive VET programs available via local school network •Homework and internet access on each to cater for a variety of abilities campus •Performance space •VET subjects •Advocacy program club •Holiday exam preparation for 12 with La Trobe University •English Year students •Camps and activity as a second language program program for all year levels •Mentoring program •Career guidance with local organisations

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Dandenong High School Debney Park Secondary College

Address: Princes Highway Address: 169-175 Mt Alexander Road Dandenong, Victoria 3175 Flemington, Victoria 3031

Distance from Melbourne: 30 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 19 ) Distance from Melbourne: 4 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 20 )

Principal: Martin Culkin Principal: Michael O’Brien

International Student Coordinator: Angelika Bertacco International Student Coordinator: Huong Nguyen

Telephone: +61 3 9792 0561 Telephone: +61 3 9376 1622 Fax: +61 3 9706 8028 Fax: +61 3 9376 5232 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.dandenonghs.vic.edu.au Web: www.debney.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 2060 Number of students: 265 Number of international students: 17 Number of international students: 11

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: No uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 – $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): – Cost of homestay per week: $230 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $240 – $250

Established in 1919, Dandenong High School has a long tradition and Debney Park Secondary College is a small college whose motto is ‘Every an outstanding reputation for providing excellent educational programs. Child Matters.’ The Middle Years program focuses on the learning styles The school has a rich social environment provided by the diverse cultural of individuals as well as their well being. The Later Years program provides background of its students. The caring environment engenders in each excellent learning opportunities with small class sizes. Our college has individual a sense of self-worth, tolerance and the conﬁ dence to meet outstanding ICT and multimedia facilities which support student learning the challenges of a rapidly changing society. The school is currently across the curriculum. In 2010 a new Science Centre will be completed. undergoing a $45 million rebuilding program and offers a broad program The college is situated close to the Melbourne city centre, the University of at Years 10, 11 and 12. Melbourne, RMIT University and Victoria University. It is well served by public transport.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Japanese •Latin •Over 40 •Badminton •Table tennis •Italian •Over 40 other languages •Soccer •Australian Rules Football other languages through VSL •Hockey •Volleyball •Cricket through VSL •Basketball •Athletics Intensive English Language provided •Basketball •Australian Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre Rules Football At nearby English Language Centre •Multimedia centre •Science Special programs Special facilities Special programs centre •Four computer rooms •English as a Second Language •VSL located on-site •Extensive •A whole school Literacy Program •Gymnasium •Resource centre program •Year 12 career classes library and resource centre operates on a daily basis – students •Large instrumental music program •Excellent IT and multimedia are tested to be placed in a group to 750 with private tuition •Drama facilities including networked build and extend their literacy level productions •Multimedia and computers •Well-equipped science •English as a Second Language information technology •Art and laboratories •Music rooms program •Multimedia •SCRAYP graphic communication •Debating •Modern performing arts centre program (Schools, Community, and public speaking •Wide range of •Media centre (for photography Research, Arts, Youth and VET courses, including certiﬁ cate and digital multimedia) Performance) offered to promote courses through Chisholm TAFE and •Gymnasium •Tennis, netball language conﬁ dence and 12 other providers and basketball courts •Year group work centre •Canteen

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Doncaster Secondary College Dromana Secondary College

Address: 123 Church Road Address: 110 Harrisons Road Doncaster, Victoria 3108 Dromana, Victoria 3936

Distance from Melbourne: 15 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 21 ) Distance from Melbourne: 60 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 5 )

Principal: Frank Sal Principal: Alan Marr

International Student Coordinator: Jeff Pavlou International Student Coordinator: Simon Jones

Telephone: +61 3 9848 4677 Telephone: +61 3 5987 2805 Fax: +61 3 9840 1390 Fax: +61 3 5981 4345 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.doncastersc.vic.edu.au Web: www.dsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1370 Number of students: 900 Number of international students: 70 Number of international students: 5

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $400 Cost of uniform (approx.): $400 Cost of homestay per week: $250 Cost of homestay per week: $200

Doncaster Secondary College is located 15km east of Melbourne and Dromana Secondary College is located on 14 hectares in a rural setting is well-served by public transport. It is noted for its strong academic overlooking Port Phillip Bay on the Mornington Peninsula. The college achievement with 31% of our international students attaining an ENTER provides a broad curriculum and fl exible learning environment. It combines score above 90. The college values high standards of learning, the awareness of individual needs with the pursuit of academic excellence. Our attainment of personal excellence, confi dence and self esteem. These highly skilled and passionate staff ensure students become independent values are fostered by a disciplined, safe caring environment, highly learners with the knowledge, skills and values necessary to experience skilled teaching staff and welfare support. successful, rewarding and fulfi lling lives. The college is proud of its VCE results which give students access to a range of university and other tertiary courses.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese •French •Italian •Over 40 •Basketball •Australian Rules •Indonesian •Japanese •English as a •Swimming •Athletics •Tennis other languages through VSL Football •Tennis •Badminton Second Language •Over 40 other •Surﬁ ng •Australian Rules Football Intensive English Language provided Special facilities languages through VSL •Netball •Basketball On-site •Well-maintained amenities and Intensive English Language provided Special facilities 14 University Extension Program attractive grounds •Dedicated At nearby English Language Centre • hectares of land with rural and University of Melbourne study centre for senior students Special programs coastal outlooks •State-of-the-art Monash University •Modern science, IT and •St John Ambulance Cadets design and technology centre hospitality facilities •Focus centre •Multi-purpose, all-weather sporting Special programs •Partnership with Monash University for international students •Dance •Marine studies •Notebook facility •Language and science •Specialist ESL programs at all levels centre (under construction) •Dance •University enhancement study laptop program •Annual readers and writers festival •Musical production studio •Hospitality centre with opportunities •Student leadership commercial facilities •Designated programs •Special interest activities: •Debating and public speaking •Camps and tours •VET hospitality junior and senior learning areas debating, chess clubs, camps, tours, •Careers centre •Gymnasium including focused programs for and basketball centre international students

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East Doncaster Secondary College Elwood College

Address: 20 George Street Address: 101 Glenhuntly Road East Doncaster, Victoria 3109 Elwood, Victoria 3184

Distance from Melbourne: 16 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 22 ) Distance from Melbourne: 8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 23 )

Principal: John Handley Principal: Rhonda Holt

International Student Coordinator: Joyce Conidoni International Student Coordinator: Greg Pritchard / Stella Turchina

Telephone: +61 3 9842 2244 Telephone: +61 3 9531 9566 Fax: +61 3 9841 8010 Fax: +61 3 9525 6213 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.eastdonsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.elwood.vic.gov.au

Number of students: 1500 Number of students: 650 Number of international students: 60 Number of international students: 67

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform in Years 7–10 only Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $400 Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of homestay per week: $235 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $240 – $250

East Doncaster Secondary College offers a broad educational program Elwood College has a popular international student program because for Years 7–12 with extensive VCE subjects. The college has a strong of its commitment to the highest quality study program, excellent care and multicultural background representing 42 nationalities. There is an Homestay families, and exciting activities and sports. More than 90% of emphasis on academic achievement, tolerance and disciplined conduct graduating students gain entry to tertiary study places in Australia and within a caring and safe environment. The school offers excellent teaching abroad with graduates attending many excellent universities and colleges. staff, outstanding resources and facilities, and a broad co-curricular Elwood College is located in a delightful suburb of restaurants, shops and program, all of which are necessary for students to achieve their diverse popular tourist attractions, close to Elwood Beach and 15 minutes from goals. Our well-established international program is highly supported by the central business district. all, and students participate in a range of activities offered by the college.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Italian •Chinese •Over 40 other •Soccer •Australian Rules Football •Japanese as a ﬁ rst and second •Basketball •Australian Rules languages through VSL •Badminton •Table tennis language •French •Mandarin as a Football •Soccer •Tennis •Swimming 40 Intensive English Language provided •Basketball •Netball ﬁ rst language •Over other Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities languages through VSL •New classrooms and laboratories Special programs •Modern, air-conditioned Intensive English Language provided •Excellent library and computer •Outstanding ESL program classrooms and teaching spaces On-site facilities •Gymnasium •Theatre at all levels •Multicultural aide •VCE senior student centre University Extension Program •Excellent sports facilities (Chinese speaking) •Instrumental •Mathematics centre •State-of- University of Melbourne music •Camps and overseas tours the-art science and technology Monash University facilities •Visual arts specialist •Debating •Student Representative Special programs Council (SRC) •Student leadership rooms •Instrumental music centre •Education resource centre •Extensive English language program •Annual multicultural dinner program, including translation and musical production •Careers •Careers centre •Student welfare centre •Canteen •Excellent ICT services and Chinese, Korean, Japanese, counselling •International Vietnamese, Russian, French, Spanish Student homework program facilities comprising classrooms and smaller pods •Gymnasium and German language assistants •Tennis courts •Covered •Orientation program •Specialist basketball courts • Sports oval Maths and Sciences program •Dedicated Business and Accounting program •Art, design and photography program •Instrumental music •Excursions and interstate trips •Camps •Vocational education programs •International food festival •Homework and ‘help’ classes

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Essendon Keilor College Fairhills High School

Address: 286 Buckley Street Address: Scoresby Road Essendon, Victoria 3040 Knoxﬁ eld, Victoria 3180

Distance from Melbourne: 8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 24 ) Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 25 )

Principal: David Adamson Principal: Harvey Wood

International Student Coordinator: Alistair McCrum International Student Coordinator: Sally Newnham

Telephone: +61 3 9319 1300 Telephone: +61 3 9758 5022 Fax: +61 3 9319 1343 Fax: +61 3 9752 2597 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.ekc.vic.edu.au Web: www.fairhillshs.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1531 Number of students: 870 Number of international students: 65 Number of international students: 14

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): Supplied free Cost of uniform (approx.): Girls $250 / Boys $200 Cost of homestay per week: $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Essendon Keilor is a co-educational college close to the city centre Fairhills High School is a medium-sized secondary school in an attractive of Melbourne. There are two Years 7–10 campuses, located in Keilor East residential eastern suburb of Melbourne, close to a major shopping and Niddrie with the senior campus in Essendon. The college is well served complex and the picturesque Dandenong Ranges. Our school strives for at each campus by convenient public transport. We provide a caring excellence with highly qualiﬁ ed and experienced staff providing a quality environment with a focus on personal achievement. The college offers a education in a caring and safe environment. Fairhills High School has been comprehensive range of VCE subjects and VET courses. The supportive and designated a specialist Science and Technology School. It is one of the top professional relationship between teachers and students helps students to sporting schools in Melbourne’s eastern region and has won awards for achieve their best. Our international students are encouraged to involve outstanding achievements in the Rock Eisteddfod Challenge. themselves in many activities and excursions. “Great school, great teachers, great Aussie mates.” – Masa Hatoyama.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese Years 11–12 •Italian Years •Basketball •Soccer •Tennis •Japanese •German •Over 40 other •Basketball •Volleyball •Baseball 7–12 •Japanese Years 7–12 •Over 40 •Volleyball •Australian Rules languages through VSL •Soccer •Table tennis other languages through VSL Football Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •State-of-the-art basketball On-site •Careers centre •International Special programs stadium •ESL centre •Performing University Extension Program students’ centre •Library with •Accelerated Learning Program arts centre •Flexible learning University of Melbourne email access •Gymnasium and •University Enhancement •VET centre •Library •Science fi tness centre •IBM networked laboratories •Computer labs and Special programs subjects •Personalised, intensive computer rooms •Photography tutoring for international students computer pods •Art and •Language centre and language dark room •Specialist technology photography studios program at Essendon campus •Inter-school debating and public section •Music centre •Air- speaking •Dance •Drama •Outdoor •Performing arts •Sport and fi tness conditioned classrooms programs •Tutorial support education (cycle touring, skiing, •Performing arts •Vocational courses surfi ng) •Excursions and tours including hospitality •Interstate •Sports coaching and competitions excursions •Special excursion and activities program for international students •Homestay provision

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Footscray City College Forest Hill College

Address: Kinnear Street Address: Mahoneys Road Footscray, Victoria 3011 East Burwood, Victoria 3151

Distance from Melbourne: 7 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 26 ) Distance from Melbourne: 16 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 27 )

Principal: Maria Bawden Principal: Jenny Cook

International Student Coordinator: Maureen O’Flaherty International Student Coordinator: Jacki Hood

Telephone: +61 3 8387 1518 Telephone: +61 3 9814 9444 Fax: +61 3 8387 1599 Fax: +61 3 9887 8126 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.footscray.vic.edu.au Web: www.fhc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 950 Number of students: 580 Number of international students: 60 Number of international students: 65

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform (Year 7 only) Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $240 Cost of homestay per week: $200 Cost of homestay per week: $230 plus an internet fee

Footscray City College is an internationally-focused college close to Forest Hill College is located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. The College the centre of Melbourne and adjacent to Victoria University, attracting is innovative and responsive to change. Parents, staff and students enjoy students from Germany, Vietnam, Columbia, China, Thailand, Japan, Korea working together in an environment that promotes respect, and the and Hong Kong. Our academic program is complemented by multimedia, fulﬁ lment of potential in every student across academic, sporting, artistic, music, dance and outdoor education subjects. Experienced staff operate cultural and technological pursuits. The College is committed to the values an ESL program. The welfare and academic success of students is closely of cultural diversity within a cohesive society. Our dynamic international monitored by the International Student Coordinator with support from a student program is well established and students are supported by all student welfare coordinator and careers advisor. teachers, an international student manager, assistant, and language aides.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Spanish •Japanese •Italian •Badminton •Soccer •Hockey •Chinese •French •Auslan •Over 40 •Basketball •Soccer •Tennis •Other languages taught at our •Basketball •Rowing other languages through VSL •Badminton •Table tennis 40 Saturday Language School •Over Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Cross-country running other languages through VSL •Access to the Victoria University On-site Special facilities Intensive English Language provided library and heated swimming pool University Extension Program •Fully equipped specialist Science, On-site •Science laboratories •Multimedia Monash University Technology, Arts, IT and Media Special programs complex •Film and television rooms •Library and Resource studio •Mathematics task centre Special programs Centre •400-seat theatre •Sports •Science education programs in •English Language School on-site conjunction with Victoria University •Professional training kitchen 9 10 stadium with two international •Library and audio-visual centre for Year / new arrivals •CISCO sized basketball courts •Sports •Outdoor education program Certiﬁ ed Network Associate (CCNA) •Media studies •Hospitality studies •Art and photography studios ovals •Tennis and basketball •Horticultural complex Exploration qualiﬁ cation – the college courts •Senior student lounge •Accelerated Learning Program was the 2008 Australian National •After-school program including Champion of CISCO in an international homework support •English computer network competition conversation classes •Tutor •Music •VET •Excursions, including group system annual trip to Central Australia •Peer Support •Science and Technology •Homework Club •English program, including an extra 70 minutes of English instruction per week for Year 11 and Year 12 students

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Fountain Gate Secondary College Frankston High School

Address: Josephine Avenue Address: Towerhill Road Narre Warren, Victoria 3805 Frankston, Victoria 3199

Distance from Melbourne: 40 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 28 ) Distance from Melbourne: 40 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 29 )

Principal: Vicki Walters Principal: John Albiston

International Student Coordinator: Rebecca James International Student Coordinator: Cathy Hogg / Donna Harding

Telephone: +61 3 9796 6839 Telephone: +61 3 9783 7955 Fax: +61 3 9796 7401 Fax: +61 3 9783 7689 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.fgsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.fhs.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1100 Number of students: 1600 Number of international students: 3 Number of international students: 35

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $150 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Fountain Gate Secondary College is committed to providing an excellent Frankston High School has a long tradition of academic excellence, making education for the children of the Narre Warren community in a secure, it a popular choice for students from a range of countries. It is located near supportive and educationally challenging environment. The college beautiful Port Phillip Bay within a peaceful and attractive garden setting. recognises and values the diversity of its community that is drawn from It is renowned for its academic achievements and exemplary sport and different social, economic and cultural backgrounds. The school offers a music programs. Staff are professional, caring and motivated, providing programs-based approach to the VCE. The programs offered are international students with exceptional support. Students are placed with Biomedical, Commerce, Creative Arts and Design, and Health and friendly homestay families who help them feel comfortable, safe and Movement. All students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. happy in their ‘home away from home’.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •German •Indonesian •Over 40 other •Australian Rules Football •French •Japanese •Over 40 other •Athletics •Swimming •Tennis languages through VSL •Soccer •Rugby •Cricket languages through VSL •Australian Rules Football •Table Intensive English Language provided •Netball •Basketball Intensive English Language provided tennis •Soccer •Basketball At nearby English Language Centre •Badminton •Athletics On-site •Volleyball •Hockey Special programs Special facilities University Extension Program Special facilities •High achievers program •Extension •New VCE Centre • Specialist Monash University •Two well-resourced libraries studies •Literacy and numeracy IT rooms •Music and practice •Extensive computer facilities rooms •Well resourced library Special programs •Modern science laboratories programs •English as a Second •Extensive range of VCE subjects and Language program •Gymnasium and sports ovals •Music centre and practice rooms close links to universities •Student •Drama studio •Indoor heated leadership program •Exemplary swimming pool •Two sports music program •Highly successful stadiums •Sports ovals •Tennis, sporting program •Notebook volleyball and beach volleyball computer program with wireless courts •Rock climbing wall internet access and extensive computer resources •Accelerated programs for high achievers •Many activities and excursions for international students

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Gilmore College for Girls Glen Eira College

Address: 298 Barkly Street Address: 76 Booran Road Footscray, Victoria 3011 Caulﬁ eld East, Victoria 3145

Distance from Melbourne: 8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 30 ) Distance from Melbourne: 9 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 31 )

Principal: Bette Prange Principal: Lesley Lamb

International Student Coordinator: Peter Walker International Student Coordinator: Elsa Ch’ng

Telephone: +61 3 9689 4788 Telephone: +61 3 9571 7838 Fax: +61 3 9687 3867 Fax: +61 3 9571 0079 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.gilmoregirls.vic.edu.au Web: www.gec.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 400 Number of students: 400 Number of international students: 14 Number of international students: 45

Gender: Girls only Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $240

Since 1925, Gilmore College for Girls has proudly promoted and provided Glen Eira College (GEC) is situated in the attractive metropolitan suburb the best in girls’ education in Melbourne’s west. Individual learning is of Caulﬁ eld East, close to Monash University’s Caulﬁ eld campus. The practised within a strong supporting framework. Our motto, ‘Harmony school is very well served by public transport. We are a traditional, and Success’, recognises the college’s diverse international community, its co-educational academic college with excellent facilities and a friendly atmosphere, and the excellent quality of its teaching and learning comprehensive curricular and extracurricular program. Our aim is to create and VCE results. Footscray is located close to universities and the city a challenging and positive educational environment which enables, centre of Melbourne. It has a large shopping precinct, food markets, rewards and celebrates students’ success. GEC also celebrates many restaurants and good public transport. multiculturalism and diversity, nurturing the relationships and knowledge that is shared with our international students and community.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •English •Italian •Vietnamese •Over •Volleyball •Basketball •Soccer •French •Chinese (Mandarin) •Over •Basketball •Soccer 40 other languages through VSL •Athletics •Badminton 40 other languages through VSL •Badminton •Tennis Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •New ICT-rich learning centre for On-site •Excellent ICT facilities comprising 7 8 Special programs Years and •Senior student Special programs large laboratories, smaller ‘pods’ •ESL Classes •After-school homework computer lab •Well-equipped •French bilingual program and mobile sets of laptops club and ESL support •Four period science laboratories •Large modern •International aides on campus •Gymnasium •Theatre and Arts day (Junior students have fewer library •Gymnasium and new •Extensive ESL classes •Radio Club complex •Radio Suite •Design teachers and are more engaged) outside courts •VCE study centre •Drama production •Various studio •Technology studies area •Environmental cadetship program •Performing arts venue •Canteen instrumental and classroom music •Canteen •Private study and •Duke of Edinburgh Award •Inter- •Classroom wireless laptops programs •Twice-weekly homework computer facilities reserved school debating and academic and desktop computer rooms help •After-school tuition program for VCE students competitions •Public speaking •School network and internet •Student leadership program •Student leadership program access •Weight training room •Community programs •Camps •Instrumental music •City School •Art and textiles rooms •Home •Solar car design competition experience at Year 10 •Extensive economics kitchen •Horticulture •Chess club sports program •Multimedia facility •New science and technology productions for school TV building (under construction)

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Glen Waverley Secondary College Hallam Senior College

Address: O’ Sullivan Road Address: Frawley Road Glen Waverley, Victoria 3150 Hallam, Victoria 3803

Distance from Melbourne: 20 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 32 ) Distance from Melbourne: 37 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 33 )

Principal: Gerry Schiller Principal: Anne Martin

International Student Coordinator: Lena Tan International Student Coordinator: Kathryn Brentwood

Telephone: +61 3 9802 6275 Telephone: +61 3 9703 1266 Fax: +61 3 8805 6701 Fax: +61 3 9796 4727 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.gwsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.hallamssc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1950 Number of students: 700 Number of international students: 58 Number of international students: 12

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of homestay per week: $240 Cost of homestay per week: $230

Glen Waverley Secondary College is one of the four largest secondary Hallam Senior College specialises in the fl exible delivery of programs schools in Victoria. The educational program aims to support the and certifi cation in the later years of secondary education. We value development of the whole person, with a desire for academic excellence and promote all pathways options by providing a broad range of VCE, VET and respect for the rights of others. All students are encouraged to and VCAL subjects leading to further education, employment and training. develop an international perspective and skills to operate successfully as Our highly experienced staff ensure quality of delivery across all global citizens. The college creates an environment for students to achieve certifi cates. Students are treated as young adults with staff-student their best. Students and teachers enjoy a close working relationship. relationships based on mutual respect, cooperation and a focus on the common goal – learning. In a young adult environment students are encouraged to take personal responsibility for their learning.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Italian •French •Chinese (Mandarin) •Swimming •Cricket •Table tennis •English as a Second Language in •Australian Rules Football •Soccer •Over 40 other languages •Basketball •Softball specialised classes •Over 40 other •Rugby League •Basketball through VSL Special facilities languages through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Four computer laboratories Intensive English Language provided •Visual and performing arts At nearby English Language Centre •Multimedia centre •500 At nearby English Language Centre complex including 250-seat University Extension Program networked computers •Notebook University Extension Program theatre, gallery and Apple Mac University of Melbourne computers •Art wing •Darkroom Monash University multimedia studios •Additional ICT Monash University facilities •Drama and music centre labs for whole classes •Recording •Gymnasium • Sports oval Special programs studio •Fully equipped gymnasium Special programs •Tennis, netball and basketball •Higher humanities •Business and strength conditioning studio •A very well structured and courts •Canteen administration •Information and •Fully equipped hairdressing caring pastoral program •Weekly communications technology •Science training salon study hall and extra ESL tutorial and engineering •Traditional and •Holiday revision programs to manufacturing trades (building and prepare students for the mid-year construction, automotive, metals and end-of-year examinations and manufacturing, hospitality, •Year 12 motivational camps hairdressing) •Sports academy •Year 11 focus program •Science program (Australian rules football, and maths competitions rugby league, soccer, basketball) •Health and community service •The arts (performing arts, visual arts, design)

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Hawthorn Secondary College Highvale Secondary College

Address: Burgess Street Address: Capital Avenue Hawthorn East, Victoria 3123 Glen Waverley, Victoria 3150

Distance from Melbourne: 6 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 34 ) Distance from Melbourne: 19 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 35 )

Principal: Lynton Oaten Principal: Ian Watkins

International Student Coordinator: Bob King International Student Coordinator: Abigail Bristow / Mark Jessup (AP)

Telephone: +61 3 9822 3247 Telephone: +61 3 9803 5144 Fax: +61 3 9822 6837 Fax: +61 3 9803 4310 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.hawthornsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.highvalesc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 570 Number of students: 900 Number of international students: 110 Number of international students: 45

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of homestay per week: $250 Cost of homestay per week: $250

Hawthorn Secondary College is a Year 7–12 college well served by public Highvale Secondary College is a co-educational Years 7-12 college located in transport in the prestigious inner suburbs of Melbourne. The college has the south-east of Melbourne, 10 minutes from Monash and Deakin Universities, excellent resources and sophisticated teaching and learning facilities where with easy transport access to the city centre. The college gives priority to students use leading-edge computer technology. The college provides a providing a high-quality education for students in a safe, supportive learning wide range of challenging educational programs and learning spaces. This environment. The college’s educational philosophy is that students are includes specialist VCE assistance for second language learners and a VCE individuals with differing learning needs. The philosophy is reﬂ ected in the study and learning centre for senior students. student-centred curriculum structure and diverse range of programs which cater for a range of abilities and interests. The college actively promotes academic excellence with an emphasis on literacy and numeracy.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese •Vietnamese •Over 40 •Basketball •Australian Rules •French •German •Over 40 other •Basketball •Soccer •Badminton other languages through VSL Football languages through VSL •Athletics •Table tennis •Hockey Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities On-site •On-site Intensive English At nearby English Language centre •Modern well equipped campus Special programs Language Centre •Specialist University Extension Program •Senior Study Centre •Fully •Intensive English •University VCE study and learning centre Monash University networked computer facilities enhancement •Large VET provider •Student dining area •New science •Excellent science and technology and library facilities •Multimedia Special programs facilities with computers and a •Career/course assistance for all •Extra study support classes students •Acceleration programs studio •Science laboratories multimedia editing suite •Fully •Specialist classrooms •Sports •Accelerated learning and university equipped gym •Tennis courts •Centre of excellence in applied enhancement programs •National technology and design grounds •Two indoor gymnasiums •Recreation areas award-winning literacy programs •Successful participation in national English, mathematics, computer and science competitions •Music and performing arts program •Learning technologies integrated into all areas of the curriculum •Wide range of personal development programs that foster self-esteem, leadership, responsibility and initiative •Homework Club

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Keilor Downs College Kew High School

Address: 100–110 Odessa Avenue Address: 1393 Burke Road Keilor Downs, Victoria 3038 East Kew, Victoria 3102

Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 36 ) Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 37 )

Principal: Stuart Andrews Principal: Clare Entwisle

International Student Coordinator: Katherine Judge International Student Coordinator: Junling Yang

Telephone: +61 3 9367 4200 Telephone: +61 3 9859 8652 Fax: +61 3 9367 6490 Fax: +61 3 9819 7880 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.kdc.vic.edu.au Web: www.kew.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1425 Number of students: 1100 Number of international students: 24 Number of international students: 87

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $225 – $290 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of homestay per week: $230 – $240 Cost of homestay per week: $250 – $270

Keilor Downs College is a large coeducational multicultural college Kew High School is a multicultural, co-educational school for students serving the north-western suburbs of Melbourne. With a student population from Years 7 to 12 from the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. We have a ﬁ rm representing over 35 different nationalities, the college values diversity and reputation for providing a secure environment and high-quality learning has effective support and welfare programs for all students. The College values experience to help all students achieve their full potential. We offer our good relationships with its stakeholders and has a commitment to achieving international students a strong support network which assists them to success. We offer a broad curriculum with an emphasis on an extensive VCE integrate well into our school community. We feel privileged to have the program. In addition we offer VET and VCAL subjects. International students opportunity to be part of their lives and watch them grow and achieve have access to ESL support facilities and timetabled homework support their dreams. classes designed to support students’ welfare and academic needs.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Italian •Japanese •Over 40 other •Soccer •Volleyball •Basketball •Chinese (ﬁ rst language Unit 3 and 4) •Basketball •Volleyball languages through VSL •Table tennis •Japanese (second language Unit •Table tennis •Swimming 1 4 1 4 40 Intensive English Language provided Special facilities – ) •French (Unit – ) •Over Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Flexible Learning Centre •Library other languages through VSL •Senior School Centre •Five University Extension Program and VCE Study Centre •College- Intensive English Language provided modern computer rooms •Two University of Melbourne History, wide wireless internet •Music and On-site fully-equipped kitchens for Food Politics, Earth Sciences, Biology, Technology Centre •Science Centre Special programs Technology and Home Economics Philosophy and Linguistics •Food Technology Centre •Timetabled Foundation English subjects •Gymnasium •Two sports ovals •Weights gym classes that provide VCE international Special programs and gymnasium •Accelerated learning program students with additional English •Student leadership program language support •Maths homework 12 •Pathways planning •Instrumental club and accounting help •Year music •Year 7 Ballarat Scout Camp study camp •Careers guidance •Year 8 Anglesea Camp •Year 9 •International Student Council Canberra Camp •Year 10 Queensland Camp •Year 12 Study Camp •Curriculum-based excursions

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Keysborough Secondary College – Keysborough Secondary College – Chandler Campus Coomoora Campus

Address: 28 Issac Road Address: 15–39 Coomoora Road Keysborough, Victoria 3173 Springvale South, Victoria 3172

Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 38 ) Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 39 )

Principal: Heather Lindsay Principal: Heather Lindsay

International Student Coordinator: Mitze Ho / Kim Tran International Student Coordinator: Mitze Ho / Anne-Marie Parry

Telephone: +61 3 9798 1877 Telephone: +61 3 9798 6366 Fax: +61 3 9798 5196 Fax: +61 3 9798 6212 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.keysboroughsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.keysboroughsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 550 Number of students: 536 Number of international students: 16 Number of international students: 14

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $220

In October 2008, Chandler, Coomoora, Heatherhill and Springvale In October 2008, Chandler, Coomoora, Heatherhill and Springvale Secondary Colleges combined their resources and teaching power to Secondary Colleges combined their resources and teaching power to bring to our students a wealth of educational opportunities. We are now bring to our students a wealth of educational opportunities. We are now called Keysborough Secondary College. We strive for excellence and called Keysborough Secondary College. We strive for excellence and provide opportunities for all to learn for the future. We offer students provide opportunities for all to learn for the future. We offer students a wide range of curriculum choices in a caring, supportive and safe a wide range of curriculum choices in a caring, supportive and safe environment. Students can access all programs and facilities across environment. Students can access all programs and facilities across our four campuses. our four campuses.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Chinese •Over 40 other •Badminton •Soccer •French •Chinese •Over 40 other •Badminton •Table tennis languages through VSL •Table tennis •Basketball languages through VSL •Volleyball •Soccer •Basketball Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Futsal (indoor soccer game) On-site •Performing Arts Centre •Music On-site Special facilities 12 Special programs Technology Centre •Careers Advice Special programs •Year Study and Career Centre 250 •Student leadership program Centre • -seat theatre •Large •Accelerated Learning Program to •International student study and •Debating •Instrumental music computer network •Gymnasium Year 12 and university •Work eating area •Performing Arts •College band •Annual music •VCE Study Centre experience and vocational courses Centre •Modern computer centres production •After-school homework (VCAL) •Public speaking and support program •After-school leadership programs •Choir and tutorials for international students musical production •After-school •Lunchtime activities •Enhancement homework support program in English and maths •After-school tutorials for international students •Instrumental music •Language, mathematics, science and arts competitions •Extensive sports program with state champion teams

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Keysborough Secondary College – Keysborough Secondary College – Heatherhill Campus Springvale Campus

Address: 8–20 Janine Road Address: 13–15 Sandown Road Springvale South, Victoria 3172 Springvale, Victoria 3171

Distance from Melbourne: 24 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 40 ) Distance from Melbourne: 22 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 41 )

Principal: Heather Lindsay Principal: Heather Lindsay

International Student Coordinator: Mitze Ho / Kieu Diep International Student Coordinator: Mitze Ho / Hanh Tran

Telephone: +61 3 9546 4144 Telephone: +61 3 9546 8755 Fax: +61 3 9558 5761 Fax: +61 3 9546 4362 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.keysboroughsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.keysboroughsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 450 Number of students: 350 Number of international students: 20 Number of international students: 27

In October 2008, Chandler, Coomoora, Heatherhill and Springvale In October 2008, Chandler, Coomoora, Heatherhill and Springvale Secondary Colleges combined their resources and teaching power to bring Secondary Colleges combined their resources and teaching power to bring to our students a wealth of educational opportunities. We are now called to our students a wealth of educational opportunities. We are now called Keysborough Secondary College. We strive for excellence and provide Keysborough Secondary College. We strive for excellence and provide opportunities for all to learn for the future. We offer students a wide range opportunities for all to learn for the future. We offer students a wide range of curriculum choices in a caring, supportive and safe environment. of curriculum choices in a caring, supportive and safe environment. Students can access all programs and facilities across our four campuses. Students can access all programs and facilities across our four campuses.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Chinese •Over 40 other •Badminton •Soccer •French •Chinese •Over 40 other •Basketball •Volleyball •Table languages through VSL •Table tennis •Basketball languages through VSL tennis •Soccer •Tennis Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities On-site •Computer rooms with internet On-site •VCE Centre for senior students Special programs and multimedia capabilities Special programs •Information technology •Accelerated learning program for •Hospitality centre •Multi-purpose •Years 11 and 12 VCE study camps classrooms with fully networked gifted students •Instrumental music Arts and Drama Centre •Specialist •After-school homework support computer system •Chess •Debating •Leadership Learning Centre with computer program •After-school tutorials for development •After-school homework and audiovisual facilities •Two international students support program •After-school music studios •New multimedia tutorials for international students rooms •Gymnasium •Table tennis •Study skills program •CISCO Local centre •Football ovals •Tennis and Academy (globally recognised basketball courts computer networking qualiﬁ cation)

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Koonung Secondary College Lalor North Secondary College

Address: 615 Elgar Road Address: 114 Childs Road Mont Albert North, Victoria 3129 Epping, Victoria 3078

Distance from Melbourne: 14 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 42 ) Distance from Melbourne: 20 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. 43 )

Principal: Peter Wright Principal: Denise Veltre

International Student Coordinator: Anna Buzzi International Student Coordinator: Margaret Badham

Telephone: +61 3 9890 9662 Telephone: +61 3 9401 3888 Fax: +61 3 9899 0228 Fax: +61 3 9408 6983 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.koonung.vic.edu.au Web: www.lalornthsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1100 Number of students: 530 Number of international students: 42 Number of international students: 5

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 – $400 Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 – $300 Cost of homestay per week: $250 Cost of homestay per week: $280 – $300

Located in Mont Albert North, Koonung Secondary College is a Lalor North Secondary College is a co-educational school in Melbourne’s co-educational Years 7–12 college with a proud history of delivering growing northern suburbs, a convenient location well-served by public a comprehensive and challenging curriculum within a secure and transport, close to shops and sporting facilities. We have students from over disciplined environment. Staffed by a team of highly qualiﬁ ed and 40 countries and multiculturalism is celebrated. We have a small number of committed professionals, the college strives to create a stimulating international students who are integrated fully with mainstream English- learning environment that encourages leadership, excellence and speaking students in all programs. English as a Second Language is offered respect for others. at all year levels. We offer a balanced and varied program which includes academic, practical, vocational and physical options. There is strong welfare support and the coordinator works closely with parents and host families.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese •French •Japanese •Over •Hockey •Soccer •Badminton •Italian •Over 40 other languages •Soccer •Australian Rules Football 40 other languages through VSL •Basketball •Netball through VSL •Basketball •Cycling •Personal Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Training At nearby English Language Centre •Excellent outdoor amenities At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities University Extension Program including international standard Special programs •Resource centre with internet 12 University of Melbourne synthetic hockey pitch, synthetic •Wide range of senior programs access •Performing arts centre s Monash University tennis courts, ix outdoor netball including VCE, VET, VCAL and and studio •VCE study centre courts and indoor gym •180-seat •Student common room Special programs TAFE certifi cate courses •Enhanced theatre •Extensive computer network 10 •Gymnasium •Tennis courts •Music tuition and bands •Year 9 study options at Year •Extensive •Library •Senior study centre •Large elective program in senior school •Sports fi elds ‘Live Life’ program •Drama and school open plan fl exi centre production •Inter-school sports •Instrumental program competitions up to state level •Comprehensive team-based •Recreational and study camps student welfare support •High Achievers program Years 7–10 •Careers Pathways •Sister schools in France, China and Japan •ESL classes

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Lilydale Heights College Lyndale Secondary College

Address: 17 Nelson Road Address: Gladstone Road Lilydale, Victoria 3140 Dandenong North, 3175

Distance from Melbourne: 40 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 44 ) Distance from Melbourne: 24 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 45 )

Principal: Greg Hancock Principal: Mark Moir

International Student Coordinator: Gillian Oliver International Student Coordinator: Mark Moir

Telephone: +61 3 9735 1133 Telephone: +61 3 9795 2366 Fax: +61 3 9739 5463 Fax: +61 3 9790 1466 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.lilydaleheights.vic.edu.au Web: www.lyndale.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 780 Number of students: 1243 Number of international students: 1 Number of international students: 12

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $230 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Lilydale Heights College is situated at the gateway to the Yarra Valley. Lyndale Secondary College is a multicultural, co-educational school It commenced in 1970 and is a vibrant learning community. The college located close to public transport and Monash University (Clayton campus). excels in the performing arts with a range of concert bands, choir and We are very proud of our students’ achievements and continuously dramatic performances. Teachers are committed to helping students celebrate their successes. The Senior Studies Wing provides an adult achieve their potential through an engaging curriculum and the provision learning environment and our curriculum affords students the opportunity of after-school tutorials. A comprehensive range of options are available to acquire a range of skills and knowledge in many diverse areas. Through in senior school. our University Enhancement Studies in Year 12, students can incorporate Monash and Melbourne University Degree studies within their Victorian Certiﬁ cate of Education.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Indonesian •Japanese •Over 40 •Australian Rules Football •French •Italian •Japanese •Over 40 •Soccer •Basketball •Athletics other languages through VSL •Basketball other languages through VSL •Tennis •Volleyball Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Performing Arts Centre •Senior At nearby English Language Centre •Senior students centre •Careers Special programs Study Centre •College café •Gym University Extension Program advice centre •Four computer •Extensive performing arts program in and basketball facilities •New University of Melbourne laboratories •Interactive music and drama •Overseas student visual arts facilities Monash University whiteboards •Library internet 1 1 access •Double court stadium exchange program • – Netbook Special programs Program •Wellbeing programs •Specialist technology areas •IT/ •Accelerated, enrichment and multimedia rooms •Computer university enhancement programs pods •Automotive/engineering within the college •Extensive ESL workshops •Large school oval •Instrumental Music Program •Tennis, basketball and netball •Student leadership program courts •Modern canteen •Mathematics competitions •Science and English competitions •Arts Festival •Camps •Excursions and interstate trips •Vocational Education programs •Translation and assistance in many languages •Debating and public speaking

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Macleod College Maribyrnong College

Address: Carwarp Street Address: River Street Macleod, Victoria 3085 Maribyrnong, Victoria 3032

Distance from Melbourne: 12 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. 46 ) Distance from Melbourne: 8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 47 )

Principal: Kathie Gardner Principal: Nick Scott

International Student Coordinator: Helen Tilson International Student Coordinator: Judy Cameron

Telephone: +61 3 9459 0222 Telephone: +61 3 9318 1355 Fax: +61 3 9458 1878 Fax: +61 3 9318 4251 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.macleod.vic.edu.au Web: www.maribsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 900 Number of students: 930 Number of international students: 21 Number of international students: 33

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 – $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220

MacLeod College educates students from Prep to Year 12. This includes a Maribyrnong College is located eight kilometres west of the Melbourne small group of international students. They are supported with specialist central business district, close to Victoria University, Highpoint Shopping English as a Second Language classes in very small groups. The teachers Centre and public transport. The college is rapidly developing a reputation are very friendly and helpful and the International Student Coordinator for academic excellence and also for high standards of student appearance meets weekly with students and liaises regularly with parents and and student behaviour. Teachers provide support during classes and after homestay families. The college has a reputation for academic success and school. Teachers are well qualiﬁ ed to teach students from non-English excellent VCE results, offering an excellent range of subjects and speaking backgrounds. extra-curricular programs. Macleod College excels in the provision of music across all levels with particular emphasis on performance.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •German •Intensive English as a •Basketball •Soccer •Netball •Over 40 other languages •Inter-school competition Second language •Over 40 other •Volleyball •Badminton through VSL in many sports languages through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Integrated primary and At nearby English Language Centre •Recently selected by the At nearby English Language Centre secondary school on one campus Special programs government for major Special programs •Music complex for performances •Acceleration in mathematics redevelopment as a centre of •Pastoral care and extra study of orchestra, bands, choirs and •English as a Second Language academic and sporting excellence support for international students drama groups •Large gymnasium tuition •Foundation English for •New sports stadium due to open 340 2010 •Student leadership program, and sports centre • -seat new arrivals •Homework support in •Well-resourced library including international student theatre for drama and musical classes •Wide range of sciences and IT facilities •VCE study room captaincy •Partnerships with schools performances •Extensive and and humanities at VCE level •Elite 9 in China and Germany •School camps modern ICT facilities •Year sporting performance program and interstate trips •VET program learning centre •Canteen precinct

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Maroondah Secondary College McKinnon Secondary College

Address: 20 Brentnall Road Address: McKinnon Road Croydon, Victoria 3136 McKinnon, Victoria 3204

Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 48 ) Distance from Melbourne: 12 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 49 )

Principal: Barbara Bates Principal: Pitsa Binnion

International Student Coordinator: Lynne Dyer International Student Coordinator: Stuart Baker

Telephone: +61 3 9870 4551 Telephone: +61 3 8520 9000 Fax: +61 3 9870 1784 Fax: +61 3 9578 9253 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.maroondahsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.mckinnonsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 517 Number of students: 1520 Number of international students: 5 Number of international students: 31

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 – $275 Cost of uniform (approx.): $450 – $500 Cost of homestay per week: $220 -– $270 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $240

Maroondah Secondary College is a medium size co-educational school McKinnon Secondary College is a large co-educational, multicultural in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. It is well served by an efﬁ cient public college serving the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. The college has a transport system, allowing easy access to the city and the local area. The long and proud tradition of academic excellence. The majority of our college has an on-site English Language Centre which provides intensive students aspire to and achieve entry to university. In 2010 the college will English for newly-arrived students to ensure their success when they enter offer over 30 VCE subjects. The curriculum is based on established subject mainstream classes. Students beneﬁ t from experienced staff as well as a disciplines enabling students to maximise their subject choice in later specialised ESL program to maximise success in their chosen subjects. years. Co-curricular activities, such as debating, drama, house sports, Carefully selected and supportive homestay accommodation ensures camps, junior and senior leadership roles and academic enhancement the safety and wellbeing of all our international students. provide additional opportunities for students.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese •Japanese •French •Over 40 •Badminton •Volleyball •French •German •Over 40 other •Australian Rules Football •Cricket other languages through VSL •Table tennis •Basketball languages through VSL •Soccer •Netball •Athletics Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Swimming On-site •Senior centre with computer At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities University Extension Program access for all students University Extension Program •Music centre •Resource centre University of Melbourne •Excellent library and careers Monash University •Library •Gymnasium •Synthetic centre •Chinese teacher to netball and tennis courts •Soccer Special programs facilitate close contact with the Special programs and football ovals •LOTE computer •Enhancement studies available along families of international students •Extensive instrumental laboratory •Modern computer with VCAL and VET studies •Qualiﬁ ed music program providing a laboratories •New fully equipped careers advisors •A wide range of range of bands, orchestras science, technology and art rooms subjects across all key learning areas, and choir •Drama and musical •New lecture and performance including instrumental music productions •Student leadership theatre •Year 12 study centre program •Debating •Asia Festival •Specialist Year 9 centre •Extensive sport program •Duke of Edinburgh Award •Participation in various subject based competitions •Camps at each level

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Melbourne Girls’ College Mill Park Secondary College

Address: Yarra Boulevard Address: Senior Campus: Civic Drive Richmond, Victoria 3121 Epping, Victoria 3076

Distance from Melbourne: 4 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 70 No. 50 ) Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. 51 )

Principal: Judy Crowe Principal: Patricia Horner

International Student Coordinator: Bronwyn McGarry International Student Coordinator: Marilyn Pridmore

Telephone: +61 3 9428 8955 Telephone: +61 3 9409 8222 Fax: +61 3 9428 2737 Fax: +61 3 9401 5966 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.mgc.vic.edu.au Web: www.millparksc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1200 Number of students: 1800 Number of international students: 60 Number of international students: 17

Gender: Girls only Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $500 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $300 Cost of homestay per week: $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Our school motto, ‘Where Girls Lead and Achieve’, is reﬂ ected in our Mill Park Secondary College is a large multicultural college in the northern impressive academic results and an exciting student leadership program. suburbs of Melbourne. The college has a middle years campus (Years 7–9) Melbourne Girls’ College (MGC) provides a quality educational experience in Mill Park and a senior campus (Years 10–12) in Epping. Each campus which incorporates intellectual challenge as well as personal and social provides students with the advantage of a small caring environment development. Our students learn in a safe and caring environment. We combined with the beneﬁ ts of a large school, offering a vast range of VCE encourage high standards of achievement, leadership, discipline and subjects. Specialised staff and resources ensure that local and responsibility. MGC values the diversity of our student population and international students are well supported and given the best opportunity encourages a harmonious community that embraces opportunities to to succeed in their chosen studies. foster global citizenship.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Chinese •Over 40 other •Aerobics •Rowing •Cycling •Italian •German •Over 40 other •Soccer •Australian Rules Football languages through VSL Special facilities languages through VSL •Basketball •Tennis •Swimming Intensive English Language provided •Music, drama and dance studios Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre in Performing Arts Centre •Tennis On-site •Dedicated room for international University Extension Program courts, competition gymnasium, University Extension Program students •Excellent science, University of Melbourne ﬁ tness centre •Lyceum integrated University of Melbourne chemistry and physics facilities 12 Monash University learning facility •Year Study •State-of-the-art multimedia Centre •’Moodle’ e-learning linked Special programs facilities •Latest ICT equipment Special programs to MGC website •Extensive arts program •Student •Senior Study Centre •Modern, •Camps: local and overseas leadership opportunities •Select fully-resourced libraries •VSL •Competitions: public speaking, Entry Accelerated Learning Program on-site maths, writing, science •Bands •Career and subject selection •Years •Clubs: environment, philanthropy 7–12 Pastoral Program •VET program •Leadership: Student Representative including Lab Skills •Hairdressing Council, peer support, junior and beauty •Outdoor education ambassadors, captains •Acceleration: Gifted and Talented, university enhancement •Support Services: Chinese/Vietnamese assistant, counsellor, careers advisor •ICT embedded into curriculum •Full-time International Student Manager •VET: hospitality, community service, sport and recreation

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Mordialloc College Mornington Secondary College

Address: 1 Station Street Address: 1051 Nepean Highway Mordialloc, Victoria 3195 Mornington, Victoria 3931

Distance from Melbourne: 20 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 52 ) Distance from Melbourne: 60 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 53 )

Principal: Glenys Harris Principal: Sarah Burns

International Student Coordinator: Margot Shayan International Student Coordinator: Denise Leggett

Telephone: +61 3 9580 1184 Telephone: +61 3 5970 0200 Fax: +61 3 9587 5443 Fax: +61 3 5970 0299 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.mcsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.mornsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 800 Number of students: 1100 Number of international students: 8 Number of international students: 3

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $350 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of home stay per week: $230 – $250

Mordialloc College is a co-educational, multicultural college serving the Mornington Secondary College is an inspirational learning environment south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. It is immediately adjacent to the built on mutual respect and committed to success in a student-centred, beautiful Mornington Peninsula, which provides many recreational safe atmosphere. Situated along the picturesque coastal region of the opportunities. It is also linked by train to the city of Melbourne. Mordialloc Mornington Peninsula, the college offers expansive, highly attractive College has a long tradition of academic excellence and an outstanding grounds offering sports and recreational facilities, specialist classrooms reputation for fostering personal development and future success for all and extensive computer network facilities. The senior school prides itself students. In addition, there are vibrant programs in performing arts, visual on its strong work ethic based on values of personal integrity and honesty. arts and sport, with many student participants. The high standard of teaching Academic rigour, initiative and self-discipline are integral to a team culture in all areas demonstrates the pride of staff in their students’ achievements. which supports each student’s path to success.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Over 40 other languages •Basketball •Australian Rules •Indonesian •Japanese •Over 40 •Basketball •Australian Rules through VSL Football •Swimming •Athletics other languages through VSL Football •Rugby •Swimming Intensive English Language provided •Cross-country running Intensive English Language provided •Athletics •Cricket •Soccer On-site Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Hockey •Aerobics Special programs •Senior study area equipped Special programs Special facilities •Intensive English program with computers •International •College productions •College band •Modern integrated learning •Music and performing arts student centre (computers, •Student leadership •Outdoor centre •Three court basketball 25 •Multimedia and information English-language resources and education •Camps •Presentation ball stadium •Indoor m swimming technology •Art and graphic kitchen) •Wireless internet access •Outstanding multimedia program complex •Extensive computer 25 communication •Well-equipped •Art, photography and darkroom •Instrumental music program facilities and network access • careers centre offering advice on facilities •Drama and music rooms •Sister-city relationship with Osaka, acres of grounds including football a wide range of study and career •Technology rooms (wood, glass, Japan •Exchange program with junior and hockey ﬁ elds •Performing arts pathways (tertiary institutions, metal, food and textiles) •Sports high schools in Osaka, Japan •Sister theatre industry, business and administration) facilities and gymnasium •Canteen school with the Senior High School of •’Advance’ outdoor education Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia program, including camps and excursions

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Mount Eliza Secondary College Mount Waverley Secondary College

Address: Canadian Bay Road Address: Lechte Road Mount Eliza, Victoria 3930 Mount Waverley, Victoria 3149

Distance from Melbourne: 55 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 54 ) Distance from Melbourne: 18 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 55 )

Principal: Heather Worrall Principal: Mark Kosach

International Student Coordinator: Eva Turewicz International Student Coordinator: Wendy Wong

Telephone: +61 3 9787 6288 Telephone: +61 3 9803 6811 Fax: +61 3 9787 9888 Fax: +61 3 9887 9308 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.mesc.vic.edu.au Web: www.mwsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 980 Number of students: 1850 Number of international students: 29 Number of international students: 30

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $400 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $400 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $250 – $280

Mount Eliza Secondary College has a long standing successful international Mount Waverley Secondary College is a leading co-educational secondary program with many students excelling in VCE and continuing on to top school, noted for the consistent academic success of its students and the universities in Melbourne. A large Years 7–12 secondary school, the college dedication of its highly skilled staff. The college’s outstanding success is is situated on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, close to public founded on a strong learning culture based on high expectations and transport, the beach, shopping centres and Monash University’s Peninsula commitment to delivering rigorous academic and co-curricular programs Campus. Together with an outstanding homestay program, international that ultimately lead through VCE to further tertiary pathways. We develop students are provided with a healthy, nurturing environment to thrive both strong values, focus on life-long learning, develop leadership and academically and personally. self-discipline, and nurture the individual to maximise their full potential.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •German •Indonesian •Chinese •Swimming •Basketball •Soccer •Japanese •German •Chinese •Basketball •Soccer •Athletics (fi rst language) •Over 40 other •Table tennis •Surfi ng •Tennis (as a fi rst language) •Over 40 other •Netball •Table tennis languages through VSL Special facilities languages through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Extensive computer facilities Intensive English Language provided •State-of-the-art physics, On-site throughout the school, including At nearby English Language Centre chemistry and biology facilities Special programs interactive whiteboards in all University Extension Program •Excellent multimedia access •International student tutorial learning areas and laptop University of Melbourne •Full internet and email access program •Mentor program facilities •Library with on-line Monash University •Specialist VCE study centre research facilities •Creative art •Purpose-built music centre •Instrumental music program University subjects are offered in •Public speaking •Camp program complex •Drama and gymnasium •Theatrette •Two gymnasiums complex •Outdoor sport areas maths, accounting, philosophy, •New canteen •Student wellbeing biology and some languages to any centre •Full-time qualifi ed nurse student who meets the criteria •Two libraries Special programs •University enhancement subjects •ESL support program •Sister school exchange programs in Japan and Germany •Careers guidance •Extensive music program •Camps program for all levels

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Mullauna College Noble Park Secondary College

Address: 456 Springﬁ eld Road Address: 3 Callaghan Street Mitcham, Victoria 3132 Noble Park, Victoria 3174

Distance from Melbourne: 16 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 56 ) Distance from Melbourne: 28 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 57 )

Principal: Phil Vear Principal: Pamela Dyson

International Student Coordinator: Gwyneth McCubbin International Student Coordinator: Lily Chee

Telephone: +61 3 9874 3422 Telephone: +61 3 9546 9066 Fax: +61 3 9873 2943 Fax: +61 3 9562 4757 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.mullauna.vic.edu.au Web: www.nobleparksc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 520 Number of students: 681 Number of international students: 12 Number of international students: 20

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $250

Mullauna College is situated close to public transport in Mitcham. Noble Park Secondary College, situated in Melbourne’s south-eastern Education at Mullauna refl ects an awareness of individual needs combined suburbs, is within 15 minutes of Monash University. The college provides a with the pursuit of academic excellence. The safe and nurturing safe and caring environment where students are encouraged to strive for atmosphere of the college fosters a high standard of student behaviour academic success. It has a well-earned reputation for sporting and artistic marked by self-discipline and respect for others. The college aims to help success. The college’s programs aim to maximise student success, develop students become independent learners who have developed the student self-confi dence, foster social abilities and build leadership skills. knowledge, skills and self-confi dence necessary to meet the challenges of International students are provided with support by our experienced staff adult life. The college is proud of its VCE results which give our students and multicultural aides. Their welfare and academic progress are monitored entry into the full range of university and other tertiary courses. and regular contact is made with parents and guardians.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Indonesian •German •Over 40 other •Soccer •Basketball •Volleyball •Japanese •German •Over 40 other •Soccer •Badminton •Indoor soccer languages through VSL •Badminton •Table tennis languages through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Five computer laboratories At nearby English Language Centre •Science and technology centres At nearby English Language Centre •Interactive whiteboards •Modern Special programs •Computer laboratories and Special programs library with IT facilities •Two school •High Achievers’ program in resource centre with internet •Outstanding ESL program at all buses, tennis, netball and mathematics and English •English access •Performing Arts Centre year levels •Streamed Mathematics basketball courts and extensive as a Second Language program •Double court sports complex program Years 7-10 •Information oval and gardens •Leadership program •Sport, debating •Extensive ovals and gardens technology across all learning areas and music programs •Art exhibition •Careers Centre •Art, photography •Instrumental music, band, choir •Multicultural and arts festivals and multimedia facilities and college production •Inter-school •Camps and tours •Our Connect •Instrumental Music Centre sports program program provides special support for new overseas students

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Northcote High School Parkdale Secondary College

Address: St. George’s Road Address: Warren Road Northcote, Victoria 3070 Mordialloc, Victoria 3195

Distance from Melbourne: 2 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 70 No. 58 ) Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 59 )

Principal: Kate Morris Principal: Greg McMahon

International Student Coordinator: Lixia Wang International Student Coordinator: Debby Chaves

Telephone: +61 3 9488 2334 Telephone: +61 3 9580 6311 Fax: +61 3 9488 2399 Fax: +61 3 9587 3142 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.nhs.vic.edu.au Web: www.parkdalesc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1380 Number of students: 1100 Number of international students: 80 Number of international students: 28

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $240 Cost of uniform (approx.): $500 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $240 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Northcote High School is located two kilometres north of Melbourne’s city Parkdale Secondary College is a student focused school with a safe, centre and is close to major universities and TAFE institutes. The school was supportive and welcoming learning environment embracing the success established 84 years ago and is co-educational, culturally diverse and offers a of each student. A Parkdale Secondary College education provides a wide range of subjects including studies in sciences, mathematics, commerce, dynamic, stimulating and engaging learning journey with quality teaching. humanities, technology and the arts. Highly qualiﬁ ed and experienced staff Students are challenged to reach their potential, to develop as lifelong support students to achieve outstanding academic results. The international learners and become effective and caring members of the wider world. program is a valued part of the school’s vibrant learning community.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Chinese (Mandarin) •Soccer •Basketball •Table tennis •Japanese •French •Over 40 other •Soccer •Golf •Rugby 40 •Modern Greek •Italian •Over •Badminton •Netball languages through VSL Special facilities other languages through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Purpose built science classrooms Intensive English Language provided •Air-conditioned classrooms •VCE On-site •Junior school centre •Centrally At nearby English Language Centre senior students centre •Music University Extension Program located library •Language centre University Extension Program centre •New science laboratories, University of Melbourne •Information technology centre University of Melbourne •Large gymnasium and sports •Senior study wing •Technology centre •Modern arts and Special programs sectors for wood, metals, food, Special programs technology facilities •Computer •Specialists-in-residence •ELEVATE textiles/fashion •ESL program •Individual classroom program •Connect at Year 9 •Advance ICT facilities •Access to extensive 10 2009 support •Extra tuition for international parkland and sports ﬁ elds at Year •Rock Eisteddfod – 40 3rd students •Over VCE studies •Year 9 learning centre Premier Division Place •Acclaimed instrumental music •Instrumental music program program •Chess and debating clubs with weekly tuition and band •Additional maths and science groups •Effective learning teams tutoring •Sister schools in China •Senior school mentors •Study and Italy •Outstanding sports hall •After-school tutoring program •Drama and performing for VCE students arts programs

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Preston Girls’ Secondary College Princes Hill Secondary College

Address: Cooma Street Address: Arnold Street Preston, Victoria 3072 Princes Hill, Victoria 3054

Distance from Melbourne: 8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. 60 ) Distance from Melbourne: 2 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 70 No. 61 )

Principal: Cheryl Judd Principal: John Stone

International Student Coordinator: Karen Eastlake International Student Coordinator: Debra Icely

Telephone: +61 3 9470 2755 Telephone: +61 3 9389 0600 Fax: +61 3 9471 0707 Fax: +61 3 9387 0108 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.prestongirls.vic.edu.au Web: www.phsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 320 Number of students: 800 Number of international students: 11 Number of international students: 7

Gender: Girls only Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: No uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 – $400 Cost of uniform (approx.): – Cost of homestay per week: $180 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $300

At Preston Girls’ Secondary College students are strongly encouraged and International students are regarded as important contributors to supported to succeed at the highest possible level in their studies. The the college’s culture and ethos. The program at the college is designed college emphasises the development of leadership qualities and academic to support the development of the whole person, fostering positive success for all students. Our staff provides individual attention to self-image, the pursuit of excellence and respecting the rights of others. international students to ensure they are welcomed and settle into their Princes Hill Secondary College is well located because it is 10 minutes studies in Australia. Teachers are highly qualifi ed and keen to assist all from the University of Melbourne and a 15 minute tram ride from the students and refl ect the college values of ‘Excellence, Respect, Trust and city. The College encourages all students to become confi dent, and acquire Compassion’. The Universities of Melbourne, La Trobe and RMIT are easily knowledge and skills that are highly valued internationally, enabling accessed by public transport from Preston. them to enter universities in Australia or in their home countries.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese (Mandarin) •Italian •Soccer •Volleyball •Basketball •French •Italian •Over 40 other •Australian Rules Football •Arabic •Over 40 other languages •Netball •Athletics languages through VSL •Basketball through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Computerised and well resourced At nearby English Language Centre •Specialist art area for woodwork, At nearby English Language centre student library •Very close to local University Extension Program visual communications and University Extension Program public library •Multipurpose University of Melbourne photography •Five computer University of Melbourne gymnasium including strength Monash University laboratories •Gymnasium conditioning studio and two all •Access to Princes Park sporting Special programs weather outdoor courts •Three Special programs ﬁ elds •Music Centre •400-seat •Comprehensive English as a Second networked computer laboratories •ESL •School camp near Mt Bulller theatre •VCE study area Language program •Intensive Literacy •Instrumental music •Debating 7 9 with internet access •Music 12 •Commercial kitchen for Improvement program in years - complex including a recording •Year prizes sponsored by Caltex, hospitality studies •VCE, VET and VCAL •Orientation studio and rehearsal rooms •Art the Australian Defence Force, local Program for new students •Girls wing •Dark room facilities •Senior business and the Minister for leadership and enrichment programs student study centre •Full-time Education •Art exhibitions •Drama •Public speaking and debating careers counsellor •Student/ and music performances •Inter- competitions •Instrumental music staff canteen •Close to public school sport •Science activities with •Year level camps •Inter-school transport •Local business and the University of Melbourne •Work sporting programs •Art and community partnerships experience •Study tours to France, Performing Art Festival •Pastoral care Italy, China, Vietnam, Papua New program provided by home group Guinea, New Caledonia •Chinese Aide teachers, year-level, student welfare •Links with Victoria University and career guidance coordinators

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Reservoir District Secondary College Ringwood Secondary College

Address: 855 Plenty Road Address: Bedford Road Reservoir, Victoria 3073 Ringwood, Victoria 3134

Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. 62 ) Distance from Melbourne: 23 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 63 )

Principal: Robin Lockington Principal: Michael Phillips

International Student Coordinator: Christine Farrugia International Student Coordinator: Jenny Ward / Linda Cody

Telephone: +61 3 9470 3555 Telephone: +61 3 9870 2002 Fax: +61 3 9471 0252 Fax: +61 3 9879 5414 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.rdsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.ringwoodsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 800 Number of students: 1450 Number of international students: 20 Number of international students: 11

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $320 Cost of homestay per week: $180 – $200 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $220

Reservoir District Secondary College is a co-educational Year 7–12 school. Ringwood Secondary College is a large college that supports student A general curriculum is offered at Years 7 and 8, with a wide choice of involvement in the arts, overseas exchanges, camps and excursions and electives available in Years 9 and 10. A full range of VCE and VCAL subjects sport. Highlights include Education Week, band and world tours, our annual are offered. The college is well serviced by public transport. The school is performance plus a rich range of studies including ESL, specialist comprised of students from a variety of backgrounds and provides a mathematics, accounting, dance, media and classical studies. Vibrant supportive ESL program. The college has a dedicated and caring teaching relationships and learning are fostered through student leadership, parent staff. Our International Student Program (ISP) is well established and committees and staff commitment. Our international program spans the students are supported by all teaching staff, an ISP Coordinator and globe and there is positive rapport between students. language aides. “The school cares for me as a person. I’m valued – never alone.” – Yulu – Yr 10.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese •Italian •Over 40 other •Soccer •Badminton •Volleyball •French •Indonesian •Over 40 other •Athletics •Netball •Aerobics languages through VSL •Hockey •Australian Rules languages through VSL •Swimming •Tennis •Australian Intensive English Language provided Football •Netball Intensive English Language provided Rules Football •Table tennis At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •Equestrian Special programs •Computerised library •Science Special programs Special facilities •Inter-school sports competitions centre •Technology wing •Six •Performing arts (drama, dance and •Wellbeing centre plus Chaplain’s •Instrumental music •English as a computer laboratories with access music) •Halls of recognition for corner •Careers counselling centre Second Language program to the internet •Four basketball student achievement in sport, the •Gymnasium •VCE centre •Leadership programs •Musical and courts •Stadium/gymnasium arts and science •New Heritage Hall •Performing Arts Centre •Modern theatrical performances •Extension •Language laboratory •Photography of Fame in 2009 •CHALLEN9E grass courts •Outdoor arena •Hall activities •Select Entry Accelerated and multimedia studios program for Year 9 students •Global with tiered seating •College nurse 1 1 Learning Program for Years 7–10 learning initiatives •City project and • : Laptop program •VET and VCAL subjects •Camps Year 8 combined investigations •Year level common periods with guest speakers •Scholarship program •International student prefects •Exchange tours and visitors •Maroondah Education Coalition events, eg. VCE orientation and revision lectures, debating, Youth Voice projects and combined curriculum initiatives

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Rosebud Secondary College Rowville Secondary College

Address: 245 Eastbourne Road Address: Paratea Drive Rosebud, Victoria 3939 Rowville, Victoria 3178

Distance from Melbourne: 60 km (Map Ref: Pg 67 No. 9 ) Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 64 )

Principal: Bryan Ridgeway Principal: Glenn Fankhauser

International Student Coordinator: Vivienne Keogh International Student Coordinator: Chris Rodier

Telephone: +61 3 5986 8595 Telephone: +61 3 9755 4555 Fax: +61 3 5981 2276 Fax: +61 3 9764 5087 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.rsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.rowvillesc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1465 Number of students: 1840 Number of international students: 6 Number of international students: 32

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $160 – $200 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $230 Cost of homestay per week: $200 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $230

Rosebud is in a seaside location on the edge of Port Phillip Bay. The The college motto of ‘Opportunities for All’ describes the curriculum and college enjoys a well-earned reputation in the southern peninsula extra-curricular programs available to local and international students. Over community. There is a rich tradition of academic, sporting and performing 50 VCE, VET and VCAL subjects are available for senior students, while an arts successes. This tradition has continued recently with the development extensive core and elective program operates at Years 9 and 10. Students in of cultural and student exchange programs that are a model for many Years 7 and 8 operate in learning teams and teaching is through an schools and includes sister school relationships in Japan and Malaysia. interrelated set of studies. Participation in music, drama, dance, sport and The college places emphasis on the environment and internationalism, camps is encouraged. The college is large, multicultural, dual campus and celebrating both World Environment Day and Harmony Day highlighting modern, located in Melbourne’s east. We feature strong academic and Australia’s diverse society. welfare structures.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Japanese •Indonesian •Over 40 •Surﬁ ng •Basketball •Baseball •Italian •Indonesian •Over 40 other •Basketball •Baseball •Australian other languages through VSL •Golf •Athletics languages through VSL Rules Football •Football •Golf Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Netball On-site •Resource centre and internet At nearby English Language centres Special facilities University Extension Program facilities •Community and college University Extension Program •Performing arts theatre and dance Monash University basketball complex •Updated University of Melbourne studio •Indoor swimming pool Senior Student Centre and Monash University •Senior study centre •Two libraries Special programs cafeteria •New performing arts with extensive computerised •Academic Acceleration and complex and music rooms Special programs resources •Sophisticated and High Achievers Programs •Careers •Updated science laboratories •Rowville sports academy: integrating accessible ICT facilities •Two full Advisors and workplace opportunities and visual art and technology academic studies and training in sized gymnasiums •Fitness centre with programs closely linked to local facilities •Diving and marine basketball, football (soccer), golf, •Basketball courts, football ground, community •Academic, sport and biology facilities netball •Rowville Institute of the Arts: multiplex courts, synthetic football performing arts scholarships integrating academic studies with (soccer) pitch •Fully equipped •Extensive student leadership visual and performing arts •English as centres for food, material and opportunities including community a Second Language •Acceleration and systems technologies, media, programs and student mentoring university enhancement •Instrumental drama, photography, art, •Wellbeing counsellors with college music, bands, dance, drama, debating graphics, music and dance nurse and chaplains •Camps, tours •Careers advice, work experience •Sports activities and competitions

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Sandringham College South Oakleigh College

Address: Holloway Road Address: Bakers Road Sandringham, Victoria 3191 South Oakleigh, Victoria 3167

Distance from Melbourne: 15 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 65 ) Distance from Melbourne: 16 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 66 )

Principal: Wayne Perkins Principal: Debbie Locco

International Student Coordinator: Denise Cornish International Student Coordinator: Helen Koziaris

Telephone: +61 3 8599 0548 Telephone: +61 3 9579 2322 Fax: +61 3 8599 0504 Fax: +61 3 9579 2946 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.sandringhamsc.vic..edu.au Web: www.sosc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1400 Number of students: 500 Number of international students: 37 Number of international students: 17

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: 7-10 uniform / Senior no uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $350 Cost of homestay per week: $240 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $240

Sandringham College has a proud tradition of academic excellence and ‘Growth, Strength, Resilience’ exemplifi es the college’s commitment opportunity. The college consists of two Year 7-10 campuses and a senior to all students, both international and local, in their pursuit of academic campus. The senior campus is one of the largest VCE/VET providers in excellence, personal growth and development as responsible young Melbourne, offering over 70 VCE and VET subjects taught by experienced adults. Proudly multicultural, we are situated in the south-eastern suburbs specialist teachers. The strong International Student Team and the college close to Monash University. A stimulating learning environment is provided community welcome overseas students from Asia, Europe and South by our highly qualifi ed teachers ensuring students’ needs are met and America, and ensure that international students enjoy their time in Victoria high expectations are pursued. A broad range of subjects enables all and achieve their personal and academic goals. students to succeed in their chosen fi eld.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Indonesian •Japanese •Over •Sailing •Tennis •Table tennis •Japanese •Greek •Over 40 other •Basketball •Soccer •Rugby 40 other languages through VSL •Volleyball •Australian Rules Football languages through VSL •Australian Rules Football •Softball Intensive English Language provided •Soccer •Basketball •Surﬁ ng Intensive English Language provided Special facilities On-site Special facilities At nearby English Language centre •350-seat Performing Arts/ University Extension Program •Fully equipped English Language Special programs Lecture theatre •Instrumental University of Melbourne Centre on-site •ICT facilities •Separate ESL classes •International music program •State-of-the-art Monash University •Comprehensive science facilities study tours •Local and interstate camps visual communication amenities •Excellent technology facilities •Enhanced Learning Program •Extra •Excellent science and technology Special programs (wood, metal, automotive, facilities •Year 12 student lounge •Two Multicultural Aides, Homestay VCE study classes during term break electronics, food and textiles) •Award-winning Arts Program •Student and study room •Computerised Coordinator •Pre-VCE program and •Extensive studios for art, music, library and classrooms •Extensive orientation camps for Year 10 Leadership Program •VCAL and VET photography, visual communication subjects on-site including Automotive, sporting grounds •Automotive students •Libraries •Specialist and media •Performing arts centre, Skills Centre and hairdressing salon courses in; Science, Mathematics, Hairdressing, Interactive Digital Media theatrette, assembly hall and Community Recreation Arts, Technology, Business, •Sporting ovals •Tennis courts Humanities •Separate ESL classes •Commercial kitchens •Homework program •Student Leadership Program •Careers Counsellor •Study Centre •On-site English language program for international students

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St Albans Secondary College Strathmore Secondary College

Address: 289 Main Road East Address: Pascoe Vale Road St Albans, Victoria 3021 Strathmore, Victoria 3041

Distance from Melbourne: 18 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 67 ) Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 68 )

Principal: Kerrie Dowsley Principal: Ken Harbottle

International Student Coordinator: Maranda Truong International Student Coordinator: Lois Kruger

Telephone: +61 3 9366 2555 Telephone: +61 3 9379 7999 Fax: +61 3 9367 9361 Fax: +61 3 9379 2812 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.stalbanssc.vic.gov.au Web: www.strathmore.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1020 Number of students: 1470 Number of international students: 68 Number of international students: 59

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Years 7-11 / no uniform Year 12 Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 – $400 Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 Cost of homestay per week: $200 Cost of homestay per week: $240

Proudly serving the local community since 1956, St Albans Secondary College Strathmore Secondary College is located in a safe suburb only 20 minutes (Years 7–12) is a co-educational college located in Melbourne’s inner west, 18 by train from Melbourne’s city centre. It is set in beautifully landscaped kilometres from the CBD. The college offers a full range of VCE subjects. At all year gardens. There is a variety of nationalities, but English is the ﬁ rst language levels our teaching staff support and challenge our students to fulﬁ l their academic for most students. The staff and students are friendly and supportive. potential. Our curriculum is designed to meet students’ individual needs and The college helps all students to do their best and to gain high academic abilities, with an Accelerated Learning program for high achievers in maths and results. International students are provided with experienced and English. At St Albans, your child will be embraced into a school community that personalised care. nurtures academic success in a supportive environment and provides multiple pathways to tertiary studies at Melbourne’s universities and TAFE colleges.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Italian •Japanese •Soccer/Futsal •Athletics •Table •Japanese •Italian •Greek •Hockey •Swimming •Athletics •Vietnamese •Over 40 other tennis •Badminton •Volleyball •Year 12 Chinese •Over 40 other •Soccer •Basketball •Netball languages through VSL •Tennis •Netball •Basketball languages through VSL •Volleyball •Badminton Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre •New state-of-the-art learning At nearby English Language Centre •Victorian Space Science Education 9 Special programs centre for Year students Special programs Centre (only such centre in the •Chinese and Vietnamese languages •Extensive computer and IT •Advanced mathematics classes world) •New senior science rooms 600 spoken by the International School facilities including over at all levels •Leader in the study •Separate air-conditioned study Coordinator •Accelerated Learning networked computers •Sports of space science •Highly regarded centres for senior students program for High Achievers in English facilities including soccer ﬁ eld, instrumental music program •Modern arts and technology and Mathematics •University gymnasium and newly refurbished •Outstanding sport school facilities •Award-winning cafeteria scholarship opportunities including the tennis courts •Modern performing •Wide range of drama and •Swimming pool •Extensive sports Kwong Lee Dow program at Melbourne arts centre •New, fully equipped visual arts activities •Native ovals and synthetic sports ﬁ eld University •English as a Second science labs •Strathbogie speaking teacher aides to •Gymnasium •Computer laboratories Language (ESL) offered at all year campsite and Alpine Snowy River support international students •Library with wireless internet access levels •Enrichment and co-curricular program opportunities •After school tutoring •Visual and performing arts program, including instrumental music •Student leadership opportunities •Sports and Physical Education •Camps and Outdoor Education •Scholarship program •Careers counselling

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Sunshine College Creating futures Sunshine College Swinburne Senior Secondary College

Address: Graham Street Address: 505 Burwood Road Sunshine, Victoria 3020 Hawthorn, Victoria 3122

Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 69 ) Distance from Melbourne: 8 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 70 )

Principal: Tim Blunt Principal: Bronwen Thompson

International Student Coordinator: Graeme Newman International Student Coordinator: Anne Munro

Telephone: +61 3 8311 5200 Telephone: +61 3 8862 4400 Fax: +61 3 8311 5299 Fax: +61 3 9819 6186 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.sunshine.vic.edu.au Web: www.sssc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1000 Number of students: 420 Number of international students: 30 Number of international students: 3

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: No uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): – Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Sunshine College prides itself in creating futures for its students. It operates Swinburne Senior Secondary College is a co-educational college an Australian Technical College with links to industry, Victoria University and exclusively serving the needs of Year 11 and 12 students. It is located Kangan Batman TAFE. Each year students achieve high ENTER scores and are close to public transport. It has earned a high reputation in the community placed among the top students in Victoria. Over the past ﬁ ve years, seven as a provider of a school experience that is caring, supportive and students have won the prestigious Dafydd Lewis scholarship worth over committed to bringing out the best in students. An excellent range of $70,000 in university costs. The college has also produced Premier Award studies including the VCE and a selection of VET programs is offered. winners and a VCE Achiever of the Year. 85-90% of our students on average go onto tertiary education and college duxes of the last three years are now studying engineering, dentistry and commerce/law.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Vietnamese •Italian •Macedonian •Australian Rules Football •French •Over 40 other languages •Summer and winter inter-school •Over 40 other languages •Badminton •Tennis through VSL sporting activities through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •VCE senior campus, cafeteria •At nearby English Language Centre •Modern ICT facilities •New 350 At nearby English Language Centre and learning centre •Australian University Extension Program performing arts centre • -seat Special programs Technical College •Deaf facility University of Melbourne theatre •Multimedia centre •VCE •On-site specialist English Language •Gymnasium •Special teaching study centre •Well-resourced unit •Computer pods and ICT Special programs library •Large indoor and outdoor Programme for international students •Art and graphic communication •Literacy program (SunLit) •Managed classrooms •Studio arts facilities sports areas •Canteen including photography and ﬁ lming •Business •Visual and performing •Music centre individual pathways program arts •Multimedia and IT •Mathematics •Advanced mathematics •Specialist studio •Drama and dance studio •Music complex •Information and sciences •A range of English and mathematics classes for vocational courses international students •Instrumental resource centres •Libraries music program •Peer support •Hospitality area program •Leadership development program (SLF) •School network access program •Extensive scholarship program •Arts/ media program

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Templestowe College Thornbury High School

Address: Cypress Avenue Address 238 Collins Street Lower Templestowe, Victoria 3107 Thornbury, Victoria 3071

Distance from Melbourne: 15 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 71 ) Distance from Melbourne: 10 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. 72 )

Principal: Peter Hutton Principal: Peter Egeberg

International Student Coordinator: Angela Hoptroff International Student Coordinator: Elisabetta D’Amore

Telephone: +61 3 9850 6333 Telephone: +61 3 9480 4066 Fax: +61 3 9852 0728 Fax: +61 3 9480 1314 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.templestowec.vic.edu.au Web: www.thornburyhs.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 400 Number of students: 705 Number of international students: 45 Number of international students: 20

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 – $300 Cost of uniform (approx.): $210 – $250 Cost of homestay per week: $230 – $240 Cost of homestay per week: $230 – $250

Templestowe College is a safe and caring school with friendly students. Thornbury High School is a fast growing school located close to the city Situated in Melbourne’s attractive eastern suburbs, students enjoy a and major universities and TAFE institutions. Its VCE program achieves positive learning environment that fosters leadership skills and excellent results and students are offered a broad and stimulating encourages students to be successful. The on-site English Language education. It has extensive grounds and provides a safe and caring learning Centre provides a supportive program for students’ initial English studies environment. It has a strong pastoral care program which nurtures all its allowing a seamless transition into mainstream classes. The strong students. With highly qualiﬁ ed and experienced teaching staff and modern pastoral care program at Templestowe College ensures the welfare of facilities, Thornbury High School is committed to achieving academic international students, who leave our school well equipped to achieve excellence and successful learning outcomes for all its students. their goals and succeed in their tertiary studies. “We are all like family here at Thornbury High” – Yong Hao (Isaac).

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Italian •Over 40 other languages •Soccer •Basketball •Table tennis •Italian •Greek •Chinese •Soccer •Cricket •Rugby through VSL •Badminton •European handball •Indonesian •Over 40 other •Athletics •Swimming Intensive English Language provided Special facilities languages through VSL Special facilities On-site •Dynamic ICT learning environment Intensive English Language provided •Chemistry, physics and Special programs •Wireless connection throughout •At nearby English Language Centre biology laboratories •Computer •Netbook laptop program the school •Home/school Special programs laboratories •State-of-the-art •Multicultural aides for Chinese connectivity •Science laboratories •English as a Second Language •High information and technology and Vietnamese •VCE studies •e-learning computer pods achiever’s program •Accelerated facilities •Dedicated VCE centre from Year 10 •Participation in •Outstanding art and technology mathematics program •Leadership •Air-conditioned classrooms science and mathematics study areas •Modern indoor and debating •Award winning music •Indoor sports centre •Arts and competitions •Instrumental sports centre •Careers centre program •Strong sports program technology specialist areas •TV music program •ESL program •College restaurant •Library •Homework support program for production and radio studios for Years 10–12 •Camps resource centre •Canteen international students •Sister schools •Student cafeteria •Excursions •VET Hospitality •On-site uniform shop in China and Italy

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Vermont Secondary College Victoria University Secondary College

Address: Morack Road Address: Deer Park Campus, Billingham Road Vermont, Victoria 3133 Deer Park Victoria 3023

Distance from Melbourne: 22 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 73 ) Distance from Melbourne: 18 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 74 )

Principal: Tony Jacobs Principal: Genevieve Simson

International Student Coordinator: Joanna Alexander International Student Coordinator: Margherita Ferraro

Telephone: +61 3 9873 1077 Telephone: +61 3 9363 1155 Fax: +61 3 9874 4368 Fax: +61 3 9363 8681 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]. Web: www.vermontsc.vic.edu.au gov.au

Number of students: 1300 Number of students: 581 Number of international students: 6 Number of international students: 15

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $250 Cost of home stay per week: $200 – $250

Vermont Secondary College is a large, single campus, co-educational Years Victoria University Secondary College is on the western fringe of 7–12 college. The college values of excellence, integrity, responsibility, respect Melbourne. The staff and student population is drawn from a diverse range and tolerance reﬂ ect our college ethos. We consistently achieve VCE results of ethnic groups. Over 42% speak a language other than English at home which are above similar school averages throughout Victoria. Our community and 20% of students were born overseas. The college community is has high expectations of the school due to the long tradition of outstanding committed to personal excellence that starts in the classroom. The quality academic achievement and a comprehensive and successful co-curricular and dedication of the teaching staff, along with a positive learning program. The college promotes the achievement of excellence in a learning environment, encourage students to strive for their personal best. The environment that is safe, caring and accepting of diversity. Our three languages life of the college is enriched by a strong international perspective, one other than English (LOTE) programs are French, German and Indonesian. which values the harmonious diversity of cultures within the school.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •German •Indonesian •Over •Athletics •Netball •Basketball •Italian •Over 40 other languages •Soccer •Rugby •Athletics 40 other languages through VSL •Australian Rules Football •Soccer through VSL •Basketball •Volleyball Intensive English Language provided •Cricket •Swimming Intensive English Language provided •Table tennis At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities Special programs •Seven computer laboratories Special programs •Modern technology centre •Well-established and highly •New senior study centre and •Literacy and numeracy support •Computer and internet access regarded English as a Second library •New ﬂ exible learning •English as a Second Language throughout classrooms •Laptops Language program •Mathematics, centre •New music and performing Program at all levels •Assistance to for student use in school •Music science and English competitions arts centre •New creative students in their personal pathways room and an extensive range of •Extensive co-curricular program arts complex program •Outdoor education, instruments •Extensive •Year 7 learning enrichment and including surﬁ ng, scuba diving and computerised library •Gymnasium, extension program •Sporting water skiing •Camps, excursions, courts for tennis, netball and competitions at local, state and public speaking and debates •Sports basketball, football pitch national level •Instrumental coaching and sport competitions music program •Student leadership program •Graduation and awards night

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Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School Viewbank College

Address: 57 Miles Street Address: Warren Road Southbank, Victoria 3006 Rosanna, Victoria 3084

Distance from Melbourne: 2 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 70 No. 75 ) Distance from Melbourne: 17 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 71 No. 76 )

Principal: Colin Simpson Principal: Judith Craze

International Student Coordinator: Ludi Servadei International Student Coordinator: Kaye Mackenzie

Telephone: +61 3 8644 8644 Telephone: +61 3 9458 2811 Fax: +61 3 8644 8699 Fax: +61 3 9459 0512 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.vcass.vic.edu.au Web: www.viewbank.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 340 Number of students: 1100 Number of international students: 2 Number of international students: 12

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform (Dance and Music) Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of uniform (approx.): $350 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $240 – $260

The Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School (VCASS) is Victoria’s Viewbank College is a Years 7 to 12, co-educational and multicultural premier school for the education and training of talented young dancers secondary school serving the north-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. and musicians. The VCA Secondary School provides a training program Viewbank College has a strong tradition of excellence in academic supported by a high quality education, to prepare talented young people achievement, music, drama and sport. We host a small, but increasing for professional careers in music and dance. Entry to the school is by number of international students, assisting them to develop their skills competitive audition, held every August. Overseas students are able to in a caring and safe environment. Students have access to a wide range audition by video. Students perform in professional venues throughout of VCE subjects, as well as the opportunity to take part in many extra the year and have access to master classes from visiting national and curricular activities. international artists.

Languages taught Special facilities Languages taught Popular sports •French •Over 40 other languages •Purpose built facility for •Japanese •German •Over 40 other •Basketball •Soccer through VSL academic, dance and music languages through VSL •Athletics •Australian 200 Intensive English Language provided • -seat studio theatre Intensive English Language provided Rules Football •Swimming 140 At nearby English Language Centre • -seat music recital room •At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities •50-seat niche Pitt Recital Room University Extension Program Special programs •Extensive computer facilities and •Three other dance studios •Black state-of-the-art multimedia centre University of Melbourne 19 •Extensive music program Box Drama Room • practice •Well-equipped science facilities Special programs rooms and ensemble rooms •Challenging extension activities in mathematics and science •Visual arts complex •Newly •Music and Dance Selective Entry •Grand pianos •Percussion room renovated Library Resource Centre Program •Academic Program •Recording Studio •Large Central •Debating, sport and drama programs •Student leadership •Extensive sporting grounds, delivering quality results Atrium •Well-equipped library tennis and basketball courts 11 12 program •Extensive arts program •Years and mezzanine •Two •Banyule Theatre large common learning areas •Student exchange programs surrounded by classrooms and learning studios •Project laboratory for cooking •Art and science rooms

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Wantirna College Warrandyte High School

Address: Harold Street Address: 241–247 Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road Wantirna, Victoria 3152 Warrandyte, Victoria 3113

Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 77 ) Distance from Melbourne: 20 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 78 )

Principal: Sue Bell Principal: Glennis Pitches

International Student Coordinator: Catherine Ford International Student Coordinator: Stephen Parkin

Telephone: +61 3 9801 9700 Telephone: +61 3 9844 2749 Fax: +61 3 9800 2590 Fax: +61 3 9844 1813 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.wantirnacollege.vic.edu.au Web: www.warrandytehigh.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1380 Number of students: 650 Number of international students: 40 Number of international students: 3

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $250 Cost of uniform (approx.): $200 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $200 – $220

Wantirna College has an excellent reputation and offers a broad range Warrandyte High School is a learning community that strives for excellence of subjects including Spanish, Chinese and Indonesian. ESL classes are in the delivery of its programs to its student population. The school available from Years 10 to 12 with support available from a team of encourages a strong community ethos and the development of educationally well-trained, bilingual staff ensuring our international students are rewarding staff-student relationships. Programs ranging from performing regularly amongst the top achievers. Wantirna is located near a large arts to information technology are recognised, locally and internationally, business precinct in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Homestay for excellence in innovation and delivery. Through the consideration of each accommodation in the area is carefully selected and monitored. student’s academic, sporting and social needs, the school fosters the “I always talk in English with my Homestay, and they teach me the achievement of high academic standards and the development of conﬁ dent Australian accent as well.” – Wang Ying Yi, Year 10. individuals, who are able to take their place in a rapidly changing world.

Languages taught Languages taught Popular sports 40 •Spanish •Chinese •Indonesian •Drama and dance program •Italian •Over other languages •Soccer •Basketball •Australian 40 •Over other languages •English as a Second Language through VSL Rules Football •Weights program through VSL program •Multicultural aides Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Wide range of VCE, VET and At nearby English Language Centre •265-seat theatre •VCE study On-site VCAL subjects Special programs centre •Modern ICT facilities University Extension Program Popular sports •VCE studies from Year 10 •Tennis and basketball courts Available off-site to our students at •Tennis •Soccer •Table tennis •Visual and performing arts •Natural setting featuring the University of Melbourne and •Badminton •Cricket •Multimedia •Mathematics and indigenous ﬂ ora Monash University Special facilities sciences •Camps and excursions Special programs •Senior centre for Years 10–12 •Careers assistance and individual with access to computers for pathway advice •Students start their private study •Two large sports studies in the on-site English ovals •Gymnasium •Tennis and Language Centre for a 20 week basketball courts •Lecture theatre, course •The course is designed to music and drama rooms •Lunch meet the needs of the students at and kitchen area for international different language levels •Students students •Full-time qualiﬁ ed nurse can accelerate into the mainstream •Large library with internet access classes or receive tuition for longer for study and research periods, as necessary •Extensive instrumental music program

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Wellington Secondary College Werribee Secondary College

Address: 91 Police Road Address: Duncans Road Mulgrave, Victoria 3170 Werribee, Victoria 3030

Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 79 ) Distance from Melbourne: 30 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 80 )

Principal: Mary-Jo Putrino Principal: Steve Butyn

International Student Coordinator: Connie Tzelepis International Student Coordinator: Angela Callea

Telephone: +61 3 9547 6822 Telephone: +61 3 9741 1822 Fax: +61 3 9548 4483 Fax: +61 3 9742 3164 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.wellingtonsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.werribeesc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1400 Number of students: 1380 Number of international students: 82 Number of international students: 27

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $230 Cost of uniform (approx.): $600 Cost of homestay per week: $220 Cost of homestay per week: $230

Wellington is a multicultural high school close to Monash University, Werribee Secondary College is highly regarded for the level of academic Clayton. Our motto, ‘Caring, Striving, Learning’ underpins the traditional achievement of its students and the quality of its curriculum programs. Wellington values of good behaviour, leadership and academic excellence. Our motto ‘Live Worthily’, represents the college’s vision to enable all our We are an experienced provider of a high quality international program students to become resilient and ready for post-secondary education, both and the school is renowned for the personalised care given to each student. within Australia and overseas. A well established ESL department provides Homestay providers are carefully selected and monitored. Parents are a high level of support to our international students. Centrally located in kept fully informed in their ﬁ rst language of the academic and social Werribee, our modern campus is within easy walking distance of train progress of their child through our multicultural aides. services, and is well served by a school bus system.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •French •Over 40 other languages •Soccer •Table tennis •Chinese •Japanese •Italian •Basketball •Australian Rules through VSL •Basketball •Badminton •Spanish •Over 40 other languages Football •Swimming •Badminton Intensive English Language provided Special facilities through VSL •Cricket •Netball On-site •Modern international student Intensive English Language provided Special facilities University Extension Program centre •Multicultural teachers At nearby English Language Centre •New Science, IT and Language 2010 The University of Melbourne’s and aides •New, well-equipped Special programs laboratories (opening ) Extension Program for Mathematics classrooms, science centre and •Select Entry Learning Program for •State-of-the-art music, art and theatre •Modern technology accelerated learning •Music program technology facilities •Gymnasium Special programs including many mobile laptop •Careers Centre •Library Resource •Accelerated program in maths at including bands and orchestra •Duke trolleys •Two new gymnasiums of Edinburgh Awards •Debating and Centre •Modern auditorium school and/or university •Experienced •Synthetic basketball courts •Full international program staff, including chess •Sports programs •Leadership time nurse •Canteen •Landscaped Programs •Welfare counselling a manager, coordinators, careers and grounds and courtyards wellbeing counsellors •Extensive ESL •University and careers counselling program Years 7–12 •Lunchtime and •Homework Club after-school homework support classes and extra-curricular clubs •Annual Multicultural Concert

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Westall Secondary College Wheelers Hill Secondary College

Address: 88 Rosebank Avenue Address: Raphael Drive Clayton South, Victoria 3169 Wheelers Hill, Victoria 3150

Distance from Melbourne: 25 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 72 No. 81 ) Distance from Melbourne: 21 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 73 No. 82 )

Principal: David Tyson Principal: Marie Ghirardello

International Student Coordinator: Lap Lam International Student Coordinator: Terry Ashton

Telephone: +61 3 9546 3233 Telephone: +61 3 9561 5811 Fax: +61 3 9547 5785 Fax: +61 3 9561 8227 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.westallsc.vic.edu.au Web: www.whsc.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 600 Number of students: 565 Number of international students: 50 Number of international students: 30

Gender: Co-ed Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $450 Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 Cost of homestay per week: $220 – $240 Cost of homestay per week: $240

Westall Secondary College has a modern, exemplary education facility. We Wheelers Hill Secondary College is a Year 7 to 12 co-educational college have strong working relationships with schools in Asia. Homestay which seeks to empower students to achieve success in a positive and caring providers have been selected carefully to ensure international students environment. Located in the eastern suburbs, close to public transport hubs are well cared for. A senior campus provides a young adult environment and Monash University, Holmesglen TAFE and within easy proximity to the and welcomes students from across the world for both short and long term city centre, the college offers a broad and engaging curriculum program. study periods. The college ensures all international students enjoy Victoria International students are assisted by multilingual aides and ESL teachers. with many tours to places of interest. The International Student Coordinator maintains regular contact between students, parents, teachers and homestay providers.

Languages taught Popular sports Languages taught Popular sports •Chinese •French •Khmer •Basketball •Volleyball •Netball •French •Indonesian •Over 40 other •Soccer •Basketball •Netball •Vietnamese •Over 40 other •Soccer •Surﬁ ng languages through VSL •Golf •Swimming •Athletics languages through VSL Special facilities Intensive English Language provided Special facilities Intensive English Language provided •Fully air-conditioned school At nearby English Language Centre •New science, ICT, performing On-site •Dedicated and well-supported University Extension Program arts and food technology facilities Special programs study centre for senior students Monash University •Modern library with internet 15 19 •Global Earth Dial •NASA Space (aged – ) •Fully networked and intranet access •Basketball, computer system Special programs tennis courts and soccer pitches project to monitor environmental •Extensive camp program including change and global warming •Specialist VCE Centre •Careers Central Australia, World Challenge, centre •Landscaped grounds •Advanced select entry courses for G’Day USA and Great Victorian Bike gifted students •Instrumental music •Email facilities available in Ride •English, maths, science, chess Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese (classical and modern) and debating competitions •Inter and intra-school sport •Instrumental music and performing arts •Study skills seminars •VCE valedictory dinner and formal

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Williamstown High School

Address: Pasco Street Williamstown, Victoria 3016

Distance from Melbourne: 9 km (Map Ref: Pg 68 & 74 No. 83 )

Principal: Gino Catalano

International Student Coordinator: Lucille Compton

Telephone: +61 3 9397 1899 Fax: +61 3 9397 6899 Email: [email protected] Web: www.willihigh.vic.edu.au

Number of students: 1420 Number of international students: 22

Gender: Co-ed Dress: Uniform Cost of uniform (approx.): $300 – $350 Cost of homestay per week: $220

Williamstown High School was established in 1915 and is one of Victoria’s oldest and most distinguished secondary schools. While achieving outstanding VCE results, our students are encouraged to participate in the many extra-curricular activities offered. Proud of its past, but with an eye ﬁ rmly on the future, Williamstown High School prepares students so they may become academically successful individuals, productive adults and responsible citizens in all spheres of their life. Our international students are enrolled only in Years 10–12.

Languages taught Popular sports •French •Indonesian •Japanese •Over •Swimming •Athletics •Sailing 40 other languages through VSL •Cricket •Netball •Australian Intensive English Language provided Rules Football •Tennis At nearby English Language Centre Special facilities Special programs •Modern science and technology •English as a Second Language facilities •Full ICT capacity, •Instrumental music and theatrical networked computers and access performance •Elite sports program for all students •Modern Library •International study tours •Cadets and Resource Centre •Gymnasium, program •VCE Head-start program netball, basketball and tennis •Intensive career and tertiary courts •Careers Centre education counselling •Extensive arts •Specialised VCE Study Centre program •Extensive elective program •Instrumental music facilities in Year 10 •Camps •Inter and •Photography and media classes intra-school sports •Fitness program with editing facilities •Photography and media program

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These results are based on September 2009 enrolments. Please contact your education agent or Department staff if your subject preferences are not listed.

VCE subjects

School/Provider Name Accounting and HorticulturalAgricultural Studies Art Biology Business Management Chemistry Classical Societies and Cultures Dance Technology Design and Drama Economics English / ESL English Language Science Environmental Technology and Food Geography Health and Human Development History Industry and Enterprise Information Technology International Politics International Studies Than English Languages Other Studies Legal Literature Mathematics Media Music Music Styles National Politics Studies Outdoor and Environmental Philosophy Physical Education Physics Psychology and Society Religion Sociology Studio Arts Engineering Systems Traditions and Texts Studies Theatre Communication and Design Visual

Regional Victoria Belmont High School • •••• •• • •••• • ••••••• •••••• • • Bendigo Senior Secondary College ••••••• ••••••••••••••••••••• ••••• •• •• Brauer College • •••• ••••• ••••• • ••••••• • ••• •• • Bright P-12 College ••••• •••••• •••• • Grovedale College ••••• • • • •• • •• ••• • ••• • • Kurnai College • •••• • •••••••• • •••••• • ••• • •• Mount Clear College • •••• ••• •••• •••• •••••• ••••• •• • Stawell Secondary College • ••• • • •• • ••••••• •••• •• • Traralgon College •••••• •• •• • •• • ••••••• ••••• • • Warrnambool College • •••• • •• •••••• ••••• • ••••• • • Wodonga Senior Secondary College • •••• •• • •• •••• ••••••• ••••• ••• ••

Metropolitan Melbourne Ashwood College • •••• ••• • • • ••••• • ••• • • Balwyn High School • •••• •••••• •••• • •••••••• ••••• • • Banksia La Trobe Campus of • ••• • • • • •• •• ••• ••• • • Charles La Trobe College Bayside P-12 College • •••• •••••••••• •• •••••• • ••• •• • Bentleigh Secondary College •••• ••• • • •• • •••••• •••• • • Blackburn High School • •••• •• •• •••• • •••• •• •••• •• • Box Hill High School • ••• ••• ••• ••••••• • ••• • • Box Hill Senior Secondary College • •••• •••••• •••• • •••••• •••••• ••••• Braybrook College • •••• • •• •• • •••• • ••• • Brentwood Secondary College • ••• • ••• •••• • •••••• •••• • •• Brighton Secondary College • ••• ••••• • •• • •••••• • ••• • • Brunswick Secondary College • ••• ••••• •• • •••• •••• ••• • •• Buckley Park College • ••• • • • •• • ••••••• ••• • • Camberwell High School • ••••••••••• •••• • •••••••• ••• •• • Carwatha College P-12 • ••• •••• • •• • ••••• ••• • • Cheltenham Secondary College • ••• •• • •••• • •••••• ••••• • •• Collingwood College •••• •••• •• •• •••• ••••• • •• Copperﬁ eld College • ••• •••• •••• ••••••••• • ••• •• • Dandenong High School • ••••••••••• •••• ••••••••• ••••• • •• Debney Park Secondary College ••• • • •• • •• •• • • • Doncaster Secondary College • •••• ••• •••• • •••••• ••• • • Dromana Secondary College ••••••••••• • •••• •••••• • ••• •• • East Doncaster Secondary College • ••••• • •• •••• • •••••• ••• • •• Elwood College • ••• • • •••• • •• •••• •••• • •• Essendon Keilor College •••••• ••••• •••••••••••••• ••••••••• •• Fairhills High School • •••• • • •••••• •••• • •• ••• • •• Footscray City College •••••• ••• •• • •• • ••••••• •••• •• • Forest Hill College • •••• •• • • • • •••••• • ••• • Fountain Gate Secondary College • ••• • •• •••• ••• ••• • • Frankston High School • •••• •••• ••••• • •••••• • ••• • • Gilmore College For Girls • •••• • • • •• • ••• • ••• • Glen Eira College • •••• • ••• • •••• • • •• • • Glen Waverley Secondary College • ••• •••••• •••• •••••••••• • ••• •• • Hallam Senior College • ••••• •• •• • ••••••••••• ••••• ••• •• Hawthorn Secondary College • •••• • • ••• •• •• •• •• • •• Highvale Secondary College • ••• ••• • • •• • •••••• ••• • • Keilor Downs College • ••• ••••• • •••••••••••• ••• ••• • Continued next page. www.study.vic.gov.au Subject Matrix 61 VCE subjects offered by schools

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Metropolitan Melbourne (Continued) Kew High School • •••• ••• •••• • •• ••• ••• • •• Keysborough Secondary College – Chandler Campus ••••• • •••••••• •••• • – Coomoora Campus • ••• • •• • • •• ••• •• • ••• • • – Heatherhill Campus ••••• ••••• ••••• ••• • – Springvale Campus • ••• • •• • •• • ••• • Koonung Secondary College • •••• • • •• •••• • •••••••• •••• • Lalor North Secondary College • ••• •• •• • •••• ••••• ••• • • Lilydale Heights College • ••• ••• • • •• • •••••• • ••• • • Lyndale Secondary College • •••• •••• • •• • ••••• •••••• •• • Macleod College • ••• • ••• • • •••••••• ••• • • Maribyrnong College • ••• • ••• • •• • ••• • • Maroondah Secondary College • ••• •••• • •• • •••••• • ••• • • Mckinnon Secondary College • ••• •• •• ••• • •••••••• •••• •• • Melbourne Girls’ College • ••• ••• •••• •• •• •••••• ••••• • • Mill Park Secondary College • ••• ••••••••••••• •••••• ••••••• •• •• Mordialloc College • •••• ••••• •• •• ••••• ••• • Mornington Secondary College • •••• •• • • •• • ••••••• ••••• • • Mount Eliza Secondary College • •••• •• • •••• • •••••• • ••• • • Mount Waverley Secondary College • •••• •••••• • •• • ••••••• •••• •• • Mullauna College • •••• •• • •••• • •••••• ••• • • Noble Park Secondary College • •••• •• • • •• • ••••• • ••• •• • Northcote High School • ••••• ••••• •••• ••••••••• •••• • • Parkdale Secondary College • ••• ••••• • •••• •••• • ••• • • Preston Girls’ Secondary College • ••• • • •••••••••• • ••• • • Princes Hill Secondary College • ••••• •• •• •• ••• •••• •••• • • Reservoir District Secondary College • ••• • • • • •••• •••• • ••• • • Ringwood Secondary College • ••••••• •• •••• • ••••••• ••• •• • Rosebud Secondary College • •••• •• • •••• • •••••• ••••• •• •• Rowville Secondary College • •••• •• ••• ••••••• •••••• •••• • •• Sandringham College •••••• •••••••••••••••••••••• ••••• •••••• South Oakleigh College • ••• • • •• • •••• ••• •• • St Albans Secondary College • ••• • • •••• •• •••• • ••• • • Strathmore Secondary College • •••• •••••• •••• • ••••••• •••• • • Sunshine College • •••• • •• • •••• •••••• • •••• ••• • Swinburne Senior Secondary College • •••••••• •• •••••••••••••• • •••• ••• •• Templestowe College • ••• • • • • •• •• •• • • Thornbury High School • ••• • • •• • •••••• ••• • • Vermont Secondary College • •••••••••• •••• • ••••• •• •••••• • •• Victoria University Secondary College • •••• • • • •• • •••• •••• • Victorian College Of The Arts •••• • • • •• • •••••• • •• Secondary School Viewbank College • •••• •••• •••• ••••••• • ••• • • Wantirna College • •••• •• ••••••• • ••••••• ••• • •• Warrandyte High School • •••• • • •• •• •••• •••• • • Wellington Secondary College • ••• ••••• •• ••••• ••••• • • • Werribee Secondary College • •••• • •• ••••• • •••• • •••• • •• Westall Secondary College • •••• • •• •••• •• •• •• • •• Wheelers Hill Secondary College • ••• • • • •• • ••• • •••• • • Williamstown High School • ••• • •• • •• •• •••••• ••••• • ••

62 Subject Matrix www.study.vic.gov.au VET subjects offered by schools

These results are based on September 2009 enrolments. Please contact your education agent or Department staff if your subject preferences are not listed.

VET subjects

School/Provider Name Education Adult Community - Further Agriculture and HorticultureAgriculture Technology Design and Applied Fashion Automotive Building and Construction Business Networking Academy Program CISCO Community Services – Arts and Design and Recreation Cultural – Entertainment and Recreation Cultural – Racing and Recreation Cultural Dance Desktop Publishing Technology) (Shared Electrotechnology Engineering Equine Industry Financial Services Processing Food Furnishing Horticulture Hospitality Laboratory Skills Multimedia Music Industry - Animal Handling Primary and Forest Printing and Safety Public Administration Operations Retail Small Business (Operations/Innovation) Sport and Recreation and Storage Transport

Regional Victoria Belmont High School • ••• • ••• • • ••• • • Bendigo Senior Secondary College ••••••• •••••••••••• Brauer College • ••• •• • •• ••• • • • Bright P-12 College ••• • • • Grovedale College • •••• ••• • • ••• • • Kurnai College ••••• •••••••••• Mount Clear College •• ••• • • ••• • ••• • • Stawell Secondary College • • ••• • ••• • •• • Traralgon College ••• • ••• • • •• • • Warrnambool College • •••••• ••• ••• • • • Wodonga Senior Secondary College • ••• • • • ••• ••• ••• • ••

Metropolitan Melbourne Ashwood College ••••• •• • ••• Balwyn High School •• • Banksia La Trobe Campus of ••• • • ••• ••• • •• Charles La Trobe College Bayside P-12 College ••••• • ••• •• Bentleigh Secondary College •••• Blackburn High School •••• Box Hill High School •• Box Hill Senior Secondary College ••• • • • • • •• •• • • Braybrook College •• •• •• Brentwood Secondary College •• • • •• Brighton Secondary College •••••• Brunswick Secondary College • Buckley Park College ••• • • • • • • • Camberwell High School •• •• ••••••• •• Carwatha College P-12 ••• • •• • • • ••• •• • Cheltenham Secondary College ••• • •• •• •• • • Collingwood College • •••• ••• •• • • •• • •• Copperﬁ eld College •••• • • • • ••• • • Dandenong High School •• •••• • •• • • • ••• • • Debney Park Secondary College •• Doncaster Secondary College •• • • •• • Dromana Secondary College •••••• • ••• • ••••• • • East Doncaster Secondary College ••••••••• Elwood College ••• • • • • • • Essendon Keilor College ••• • • •• • • Fairhills High School ••• •• • • • ••• ••• • • Footscray City College •• •••• Forest Hill College ••••• •• • •• Fountain Gate Secondary College •••••• • Frankston High School ••• • • ••• ••• • Gilmore College For Girls ••• Glen Eira College ••• • • •• • Glen Waverley Secondary College •• • •• Hallam Senior College ••• •• • • • ••••• • • Hawthorn Secondary College • •• • •• •• • • •• • • Highvale Secondary College • Keilor Downs College •••••••• Continued next page. www.study.vic.gov.au Subject Matrix 63 VET subjects offered by schools

These results are based on September 2009 enrolments. Please contact your education agent or Department staff if your subject preferences are not listed.

VET subjects

Metropolitan Melbourne (Continued) Kew High School •• ••••••• Keysborough Secondary College – Chandler Campus •••• • • • • •• • • – Coomoora Campus • ••••• •• • • ••• •• – Heatherhill Campus •• • • • • – Springvale Campus • Koonung Secondary College ••••• Lalor North Secondary College ••••••• •••• •• Lilydale Heights College ••••• • • •• • •• • • Lyndale Secondary College •••• ••• •••• •• Macleod College ••• • • •• ••••• • • Maribyrnong College •• Maroondah Secondary College •• •• • •• •••• •• • • Mckinnon Secondary College ••• Melbourne Girls’ College • •• • •• •• Mill Park Secondary College •••• • ••• ••••• • • Mordialloc College •• • • • • • • • Mornington Secondary College • ••• • • ••• • •• • • Mount Eliza Secondary College •••• • • •• • •••• • • • Mount Waverley Secondary College ••• Mullauna College ••• • • • •• • Noble Park Secondary College ••• • • • Northcote High School ••• •• • • • Parkdale Secondary College •••• • • • • •• • • Preston Girls’ Secondary College ••• •••••••• Princes Hill Secondary College ••••••••••••• Reservoir District Secondary College ••• • •••• • • •• • • Ringwood Secondary College ••• •• • ••• • • •• • • Rosebud Secondary College ••• • • ••• ••• •• •• • Rowville Secondary College • ••••• • • • • ••• • • Sandringham College ••••••••••• •••••••• South Oakleigh College ••• •• • • • • St Albans Secondary College •• • • • • • ••• Strathmore Secondary College • • •• •• •• • Sunshine College •••• • • • • • • • Swinburne Senior Secondary College •••••••• •••• •• Templestowe College ••• •• Thornbury High School ••• • • • • • • Vermont Secondary College • • •• • ••• •• ••• • Victoria University Secondary College ••• •• ••• ••• Victorian College Of The Arts •• • Secondary School Viewbank College • • •• •••• • Wantirna College ••• •• • ••• •• •• • • Warrandyte High School ••••••• Wellington Secondary College •••• • • • •• • • Werribee Secondary College • •••• • • •• • •• • • Westall Secondary College •••• • •• • • • • Wheelers Hill Secondary College •••••• Williamstown High School •••• •• ••••••

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Location of Schools Regional Victoria

Schools in regional Victoria span some 1 Belmont High School 11 Traralgon College of the most beautiful locations and 2 Bendigo Senior Secondary College 12 Warrnambool College communities in Australia. Watch whales 3 Brauer Secondary College 13 Wodonga Senior Secondary College 4 12 migrate from the beach or go surfi ng Bright P- College 5 Dromana Secondary College along the Great Ocean Road in south- For more information about tourist 6 Grovedale College attractions and activities in this region, western Victoria. Search for gold in the 7 Kurnai College please visit www.visitvictoria.com.au Goldfi elds region, admire the wide open 8 Mount Clear College spaces in Gippsland or go snowboarding 9 Rosebud Secondary College in Victoria’s north-eastern ski fi elds. 10 Stawell Secondary College

As well as the picturesque landscapes from sweeping plains to rainforest Universities in Regional Victoria mountainous regions, there is an exciting and culturally diverse heritage University Campus name/location • Geelong Campus at Waurn Ponds • Warrnambool Campus found in major regional centres right Deakin University • Geelong Waterfront Campus through to small country towns. Monash University • Gippsland Campus Discover the people and places from the Swinburne University of Technology • Healesville Campus past that have helped contribute to the • Mt Helen Campus • Horsham Campus variety of present-day Victoria. Providing University of Ballarat • SMB Campus • Stawell Campus • Camp Street Campus • Ararat Campus students exposure to a ‘living history’, • Creswick Campus • Shepparton Campus University of Melbourne the physical environment and cultural • Dookie Campus richness offered throughout many areas • Albury-Wodonga Campus • Shepparton Campus La Trobe University • Bendigo Campus • Beechworth Campus of the State will give all who visit a • Mildura Campus learning experience that will last long Victoria University • Melton Campus • Sunbury Campus after they have ﬁ nished their schooling. Australian Catholic University • Ballarat Campus

www.study.vic.gov.au Location of Schools 67 Metropolitan Melbourne

1 Ashwood College 54 Mount Eliza Secondary College 2 Balwyn High School 55 Mount Waverley Secondary College 3 Banksia La Trobe Campus of 56 Mullauna College Charles La Trobe College 57 Noble Park Secondary College 4 Bayside P-12 College 58 Northcote High School 5 Bentleigh Secondary College 59 Parkdale Secondary College 6 Blackburn High School 60 Preston Girls’ Secondary College 7 Box Hill High School 61 Princes Hill Secondary College 8 Box Hill Senior Secondary College 62 Reservoir District Secondary College 9 Braybrook College 63 Ringwood Secondary College 10 Brentwood Secondary College Rosebud Secondary College 11 Brighton Secondary College – see regional map page 67 12 Brunswick Secondary College 64 Rowville Secondary College 13 Buckley Park College 65 Sandringham College 14 Camberwell High School 66 South Oakleigh College 15 Carwatha College P-12 67 St Albans Secondary College 16 Cheltenham Secondary College 68 Strathmore Secondary College 17 Collingwood College 69 Sunshine College 18 Copperﬁ eld College 70 Swinburne Senior Secondary College 19 Dandenong High School 71 Templestowe College 20 Debney Park Secondary College 72 Thornbury High School 21 Doncaster Secondary College 73 Vermont Secondary College Dromana Secondary College 74 Victoria University Secondary College – see regional map page 67 75 Victorian College of the Arts 22 East Doncaster Secondary College Secondary School 23 Elwood College 76 Viewbank College 24 Essendon Keilor College 77 Wantirna College 25 Fairhills High School 78 Warrandyte High School 26 Footscray City College 79 Wellington Secondary College 27 Forest Hill College 80 Werribee Secondary College 28 Fountain Gate Secondary College 81 Westall Secondary College 29 Frankston High School 82 Wheelers Hill Secondary College 30 Gilmore College For Girls 83 Williamstown High School 31 Glen Eira College 32 Glen Waverley Secondary College English Language Centres 33 Hallam Senior College 1 Blackburn English Language School 34 Hawthorn Secondary College 2 Brunswick English Language Centre 35 Highvale Secondary College 3 Collingwood English Language School 36 Keilor Downs College 4 Glen Eira English Language Centre 37 Kew High School 5 Hume Central English Language Centre Keysborough Secondary College 6 Noble Park English Language School 38 Keysborough Secondary College 7 Springvale English Language Centre – Chandler Campus 8 Western ELS 39 Keysborough Secondary College 9 Westall English Language Centre – Coomoora Campus 40 Keysborough Secondary College For a full listing of universities, TAFE – Heatherhill Campus institutes and their campus locations, please 41 Keysborough Secondary College visit Skills Victoria at www.skills.vic.gov.au – Springvale Campus 42 Koonung Secondary College For more information on Victoria’s public 43 Lalor North Secondary College transport system, please visit Metlink 44 Lilydale Heights College Melbourne at www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au 45 Lyndale Secondary College 46 Macleod College For more information about tourist 47 Maribyrnong College attractions and activities in this region, please visit www.visitvictoria.com.au 48 Maroondah Secondary College 49 McKinnon Secondary College 50 Melbourne Girls’ College 51 Mill Park Secondary College 52 Mordialloc College 53 Mornington Secondary College

68 Location of Schools www.study.vic.gov.au www.study.vic.gov.au Location of Schools 69 Melbourne’s Inner City

The City of Melbourne has an 12 Brunswick Secondary College English Language Centres 17 Collingwood College exhilarating atmosphere with ample 2 Brunswick English Language Centre 50 Melbourne Girls’ College shopping, culture, art, history and food 3 Collingwood English Language School 58 to suit everyone’s taste. Taking a stroll Northcote High School 61 Princes Hill Secondary College through the inner city will uncover many For a full listing of universities, TAFE 75 Victorian College of the Arts hidden and wonderful aspects to this institutes and their campus locations, please Secondary School visit Skills Victoria at www.skills.vic.gov.au bustling metropolis – laneways showcasing the City’s diversity and the For more information on Victoria’s public artistic ﬂ air and Federation architecture transport system, please visit Metlink Melbourne at www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au iconic of Melbourne’s history. For more information about tourist Major attractions in the city include attractions and activities in this region, the Melbourne Zoo, the Bourke Street please visit www.visitvictoria.com.au Shopping Mall, Chinatown, Victoria’s famous Fresh Food and Craft Markets, the Melbourne Museum and the Melbourne Aquarium.

With the beautiful Yarra River offering postcard views and numerous landscaped gardens and parks in the area providing a calming and relaxing space, there is always something exciting to do in the city after school or on weekends.

70 Location of Schools www.study.vic.gov.au Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs

Surrounding the northbound corridor 3 Banksia La Trobe Campus of English Language Centres Charles La Trobe College to Sydney is the cultural heritage region 5 43 Hume Central English Language Centre of Melbourne’s northern suburbs. This Lalor North Secondary College 46 Macleod College region has a blend of the Old Melbourne For a full listing of universities, TAFE 51 Mill Park Secondary College feel from days gone by and the new institutes and their campus locations, please 60 Preston Girls’ Secondary College visit Skills Victoria at www.skills.vic.gov.au styles and cultures of our modern era. 62 Reservoir District Secondary College 72 Thornbury High School For more information on Victoria’s public Have a tea or coffee at the many 76 Viewbank College transport system, please visit Metlink cafes located along Brunswick Street Melbourne at www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au while reading a book or engaging in For more information about tourist conversations with friends. Enjoy a attractions and activities in this region, homestyle meal in the Italian precinct please visit www.visitvictoria.com.au of Lygon Street or going for a walk or bike ride along one of the many bicycle trails. This region offers a variety of ways to experience Melbourne’s unique culture whilst studying.

www.study.vic.gov.au Location of Schools 71 Melbourne’s Southern Suburbs

Offering a wide range of study 5 Bentleigh Secondary College Rosebud Secondary College 67 options and environments, Melbourne’s 11 Brighton Secondary College – see regional map page 65 15 Carwatha College P-12 Sandringham College southern suburbs continue to offer 66 16 Cheltenham Secondary College South Oakleigh College diversity in spacious settings. This 79 19 Dandenong High School Wellington Secondary College region has some fantastic leisure 81 Dromana Secondary College Westall Secondary College activities, shopping experiences and – see regional map page 67 coastal locations to complement study 23 Elwood College English Language Centres schedules and requirements. 28 Fountain Gate Secondary College 4 Glen Eira English Language Centre 29 Frankston High School 6 Noble Park English Language School There is always something going 31 Glen Eira College 7 Springvale English Language Centre 9 on in this region. You can choose to 33 Hallam Senior College Westall English Language Centre take a bayside trip to St Kilda, walking Keysborough Secondary College 38 Keysborough Secondary College For a full listing of universities, TAFE along the famous Esplanade and – Chandler Campus institutes and their campus locations, please seeing the variety of shops, cafes and 39 Keysborough Secondary College visit Skills Victoria at www.skills.vic.gov.au entertainment options available. The – Coomoora Campus For more information on Victoria’s public fashion precincts such as Chadstone 40 Keysborough Secondary College – Heatherhill Campus transport system, please visit Metlink Shopping Centre, Chapel Street and the Melbourne at www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au 41 Keysborough Secondary College Prahran Markets are worth a visit. You – Springvale Campus For more information about tourist may also choose to get involved in the 45 Lyndale Secondary College attractions and activities in this region, 49 McKinnon Secondary College many local sporting groups and clubs. please visit www.visitvictoria.com.au 52 Mordialloc College With over two dozen secondary 53 Mornington Secondary College institutions in this region, there are 54 Mount Eliza Secondary College 57 plenty of great schools to choose from Noble Park Secondary College 59 Parkdale Secondary College when planning to study in Victoria.

72 Location of Schools www.study.vic.gov.au Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs

Extending from Melbourne’s inner 1 Ashwood College English Language Centres 2 Balwyn High School region all the way to the foothills of 1 Blackburn English Language School the majestic Dandenong Ranges, the 6 Blackburn High School 7 eastern suburbs of Melbourne are a Box Hill High School For a full listing of universities, TAFE 8 Box Hill Senior Secondary College very popular place to live and study. institutes and their campus locations, please 10 Brentwood Secondary College visit Skills Victoria at www.skills.vic.gov.au 14 Camberwell High School Whether your interest is in shopping, 21 Doncaster Secondary College For more information on Victoria’s public enjoying a game of golf at world- 22 East Doncaster Secondary College transport system, please visit Metlink renowned courses, or experiencing 25 Fairhills High School Melbourne at www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au some of the wonders of Victorian 27 Forest Hill College For more information about tourist 32 Glen Waverley Secondary College Rainforests in the Dandenong Ranges attractions and activities in this region, 34 National Park, this region provides Hawthorn Secondary College please visit www.visitvictoria.com.au 35 an excellent environment for all Highvale Secondary College 37 Kew High School types of study. 42 Koonung Secondary College 44 Lilydale Heights College With strong inﬂ uences from Asian 48 Maroondah Secondary College cultures, this region offers a range of 55 Mount Waverley Secondary College experiences of different cultures, 56 Mullauna College cuisines and past times, and with almost 63 Ringwood Secondary College 30 schools to choose from, you can be 64 Rowville Secondary College 70 sure to ﬁ nd the right school for you. Swinburne Senior Secondary College 71 Templestowe College 73 Vermont Secondary College 77 Wantirna College 78 Warrandyte High School 82 Wheelers Hill Secondary College

www.study.vic.gov.au Location of Schools 73 Melbourne’s Western Suburbs

On the fringe of Victoria’s historical 4 12 Bayside P- College English Language Centres 9 Braybrook College Lava Plains, this region links Melbourne 8 Western ELS to the major regional centres of Geelong, 13 Buckley Park College 18 Ballarat and Bendigo – the doorstep to Copperfi eld College For a full listing of universities, TAFE 20 Debney Park Secondary College Victoria’s Goldfi eld region. The Werribee institutes and their campus locations, please 24 Essendon Keilor College visit Skills Victoria at www.skills.vic.gov.au Open Range Zoo is a major attraction 26 Footscray City College 225 with a hectare open savannah 30 Gilmore College For Girls For more information on Victoria’s public featuring lions, zebras and giraffes. 36 Keilor Downs College transport system, please visit Metlink 47 Maribyrnong College Melbourne at www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au Melbourne’s second major river, the 67 St Albans Secondary College For more information about tourist 68 Strathmore Secondary College Maribyrnong, offers the chance to enjoy attractions and activities in this region, 69 leisure activities such as cycling along Sunshine College please visit www.visitvictoria.com.au 74 its many bike paths, fi shing, and Victoria University Secondary College 80 Werribee Secondary College walking (including some light bush 83 Williamstown High School walking). Alternatively, a short trip to the Macedon Ranges around 60 km north-west of Melbourne can give those keen for some further bush walking an exhilarating experience.

One of Melbourne’s fasted-growing regions, the western suburbs are culturally diverse and vibrant.

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Notes

76 Location of Schools www.study.vic.gov.au Acronyms

DEECD Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, Victoria ELC English Language Centre ELS English Language School ESL English as a Second Language ICT Information and Communication Technology ISC International Student Coordinator LOTE Language Other Than English NAPLAN National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy Testing TAFE Technical and Further Education VCAA Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority VCAL Victorian Certiﬁ cate of Applied Learning VCE Victorian Certiﬁ cate of Education VET Vocational Education and Training VSL Victorian School of Languages VTAC Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre Co-Ed Coeducational CBD Central Business District ENTER Equivalent National Tertiary Entrance Rank

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