Lauriston Girls' School vs Wesley College Melbourne

	L Lauriston Girls' School Melbourne, Australia	W Wesley College Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year A$150 - 47,400	Fees / year A$27,702 - 49,834
Age range	Age range 0 - 18 years	Age range 0 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Girls School	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,040	Pupils 3,400
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 22
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1901	Opened 1866
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Armadale, Victoria, Australia. The main campus is at 38 Huntingtower Road, Armadale, Victoria 3143. Lauriston is accessible by public transport and offers private bus services to assist students' travel.	Location Wesley College Melbourne operates across three campuses in Melbourne: St Kilda Road Campus (577 St Kilda Road, Melbourne 3004), Elsternwick Campus (5 Gladstone Parade, Elsternwick 3185), and Glen Waverley Campus (620 High Street Road, Glen Waverley 3150). The St Kilda Road Campus is located minutes from Melbourne's CBD in the inner south-east suburb of Prahran. Public transport to St Kilda Road includes Prahran Station (about a 10-minute walk) and tram lines 16, 3/3a, 5, 6, 64 and 67, plus bus routes 246, 216, 219 and 220. Wesley private bus services operate to and from the St Kilda Road Campus with a registration fee for unlimited access.
Stages	Stages Early Learning; Junior School; Howqua (Year 9); Senior School.	Stages Early Learning to Year 12. Junior School (Early Learning to Year 4); Middle School (Years 5–9); Senior School (Years 10–12).
School type	School type Private girls' day school.	School type Coeducational, independent private day and boarding school. Boarding is available at the Glen Waverley Campus for Years 7–12.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Programs are designed to meet the needs of each student, with extension opportunities or greater support as needed.	Additional learning support English Language Preparation Program (ELPP) is Wesley's in-house intensive English program for international and local students with English as an additional language; available to students in Years 7–10 and delivered at the Glen Waverley Campus with tailored language instruction and integration into mainstream schooling.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Australia	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Lauriston provides private bus services to help students travel to school; a bus buddy program is available for younger students.	Bus service details Wesley provides private bus services to and from the St Kilda Road Campus with an unlimited access registration fee of A$500 per student per year.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and admission fees - Application Fee: a non-refundable AUD 150 payable for each application for enrolment. - Admission Fee (Prep–Year 12 and securing Prep from Kindergarten): a non-refundable AUD 1,250 per student (maximum AUD 2,250 per family). The Admission Fee is separate to tuition and is not credited against fees. Tuition fees (Net fee per full year and per-term billing) (All fees shown in AUD. Fees are billed in four instalments: Oct / Jan / Apr / Jul; the per-term figure below is the net fee per billing at those instalment points.) - 3 Year‑Old Kindergarten (3 full days): Full year AUD 18,400 — per billing AUD 4,600. - 3 Year‑Old Kindergarten (4 full days): Full year AUD 24,500 — per billing AUD 6,125. - 4 Year‑Old Kindergarten (4 full days): Full year AUD 25,700 — per billing AUD 6,425. - Prep – Year 2: Full year AUD 31,260 — per billing AUD 7,815. - Year 3: Full year AUD 37,600 — per billing AUD 9,400. - Year 4 – 6: Full year AUD 39,400 — per billing AUD 9,850. - Year 7: Full year AUD 44,400 — per billing AUD 11,100. - Year 8: Full year AUD 44,800 — per billing AUD 11,200. - Year 9: Full year AUD 45,000 — per billing AUD 11,250. - Year 9 HRAC (Howqua Residential & Activities Charge — separate residential/activity charge for Year 9): Full year AUD 34,800 — per billing AUD 8,700. - Year 10 – 11: Full year AUD 47,400 — per billing AUD 11,850. - Year 12: Full year AUD 46,800 — per billing AUD 11,700. Deposits and scholarship acceptance amounts - Kindergarten Tuition Deposit: non-refundable AUD 1,000, credited to the second instalment after commencement. - Prep – Year 12 Tuition Deposit (new students, excluding most scholarship recipients): non-refundable AUD 2,500, credited to the second instalment after commencement. - Scholarship recipients accepting an offer: Admission Fee AUD 1,250 (non-refundable) and a Tuition Deposit of AUD 5,000 (non-refundable and credited to the second instalment after commencement). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed one term in advance. Invoices are issued at the beginning of each term and must be paid in full within one month from the invoice issue date. - Standard 2026 invoice/due schedule (example): Term 1 invoice issued 08-Oct-2025, due 07-Nov-2025 (25% of annual fees billed); Term 2 invoice issued 30-Jan-2026, due 27-Feb-2026 (50% cumulative); Term 3 invoice issued 24-Apr-2026, due 25-May-2026 (75% cumulative); Term 4 invoice issued 24-Jul-2026, due 24-Aug-2026 (100% cumulative). - The first instalment for entry is paid in October in the year prior to entry. For Year 12 students the final account is rendered in July and due 30 days after invoice. - Students may not commence a term if fees remain outstanding. Interim accounts may be issued where significant other charges are incurred. Other charges and typical additional costs - Year 9 Howqua Residential & Activities Charge (HRAC): covers food, board, laundry, outdoor activities and additional staffing/resources for the residential campus; payable in advance. Student travel to/from Howqua by charter bus is a fixed charge of AUD 500 (incl. GST) per year, charged in two equal instalments (October and April). Additional skiing beyond specified days may attract an approximate AUD 200 per day charge. - Camps, optional excursions and optional co-curricular program charges are invoiced to the school account as advised; optional program enrolment is subject to availability and payment of fees. Cancellation of co-curricular enrolment requires four weeks' written notice within a term or four weeks' fees will be charged. - Books and materials requirements and charges are provided to families in Term 4 prior to the following year. - Printing: an amount of AUD 100 per student for printing is included in tuition; excess usage will be charged to the account. - Device program: Years 5–12 operate one-to-one/bring-your-own-device arrangements; a Lauriston Device Program (LDP) option is available that configures and supports devices and may incur additional costs. - Uniforms: on-site Uniform Shop sells required uniforms (shoes excluded); second‑hand uniform options are available from the Parents' Association shop on site. Subsidies, discounts and special charges - Sibling discount: where three or more siblings attend simultaneously, a 15% discount applies to the Annual Tuition Fee for each child (this discount applies to tuition only and not to other charges). - Payment-in-advance discount: a discount on Annual Tuition Fees is available when the annual fee is paid in full by the due date for the instalment one account (contact the Business Office to arrange). - Kindergarten fee subsidy: eligible Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card holders may apply for the Department of Education subsidy for 4‑year‑old Kindergarten; supporting documentation must be sighted prior to each term. Withdrawal, cancellation and refund rules - Admission Fee and Tuition Deposits (as specified above) are non-refundable and non-transferrable if a student does not commence on the agreed date (Scholarship recipient deposit exceptions noted above). - Cancellation of enrolment: one full term's written notice to the Principal is required prior to withdrawal. If less than one full term's notice is given, a Fee in Lieu of Notice equal to one term's tuition fee is charged. - Extended leave: for absences of one term or less full fees are payable; for absences of more than one term a non-refundable Holding Fee equal to 10% of the Tuition Fee for each term absent is payable to retain the student's place. Failure to pay the Holding Fee may lead to cancellation of enrolment. - Other refunds: optional/extra charges (camps, co-curricular activities) will be subject to the specific cancellation and refund terms advertised at the time they are offered. Billing penalties and chargebacks - Late payment penalties: if an account is unpaid by the due date a charge of AUD 200 will be added; if still unpaid one month later a further AUD 200 will be charged; accounts may be referred to a collection agency and any recovery costs will be added to the account. - Failed payment charge: AUD 60 applies to each failed cheque, credit card or direct debit transaction. Fee payment options and surcharges - BPAY (use biller code 18085 and the family reference number on the account). - Credit card (Visa or MasterCard) via the Parent Central page on the Schoolbox portal. A credit card surcharge of 1.0% (GST inclusive) is applied to card transactions. - Monthly direct debit from a nominated cheque, savings or credit card account (Visa or MasterCard) is available by written arrangement with the School. A credit card surcharge of 1.0% applies where applicable. - The School does not accept cash payments. - Failed transactions and recovery charges apply as noted above.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application fee (per application): AUD 200 (domestic); AUD 300 (international). Application fees are non-refundable and are waived for children and grandchildren of Old Wesley Collegians (where applicable). - Confirmation fee (to accept an offer): AUD 1,200 (domestic); AUD 1,500 (international). Confirmation fees are non-refundable and non-transferable except where the College withdraws an offer. A Tuition Contribution Fee of AUD 2,800 is payable on acceptance (domestic) and is deducted from the first account once enrolment commences; this fee is not transferable or refundable except where the College withdraws the offer. Tuition fees — Domestic students (annual and per-term equivalents) - Early Childhood Learning Centre (ECLC): Annual AUD 26,701 — Per term AUD 6,675.25. - Prep to Year 3: Annual AUD 30,185 — Per term AUD 7,546.25. - Year 4: Annual AUD 32,590 — Per term AUD 8,147.50. - Year 5: Annual AUD 34,666 — Per term AUD 8,666.50. - Year 6: Annual AUD 37,201 — Per term AUD 9,300.25. - Year 7: Annual AUD 38,171 — Per term AUD 9,542.75. - Year 8: Annual AUD 40,325 — Per term AUD 10,081.25. - Year 9: Annual AUD 44,175 — Per term AUD 11,043.75. - Years 10–12: Annual AUD 45,206 — Per term AUD 11,301.50. Notes on compulsory additional annual components (Domestic): - Infrastructure Levy (annual; payable by semester instalments): Early years 0; Prep–4 AUD 662; Years 5–6 AUD 1,326; Years 7–9 AUD 1,927; Years 10–12 AUD 2,108. The Infrastructure Levy is payable by semester; per-term equivalent is the annual levy divided by four. - Consolidated Charge (covers specified excursions, some textbooks, stationery, diary/yearbook, selected resources — payable by semester instalments): ECLC AUD 1,001; Prep–Year 3 AUD 1,186; Year 4 AUD 1,642; Years 5–12 AUD 2,520. The Consolidated Charge is payable by semester; per-term equivalent is the annual charge divided by four. Tuition fees — International students (annual and per-term equivalents) - Early Childhood Learning Centre / Prep to Year 3: Annual AUD 46,006 — Per term AUD 11,501.50. - Year 4: Annual AUD 46,566 — Per term AUD 11,641.50. - Years 5–6: Annual AUD 48,541 — Per term AUD 12,135.25. - Years 7–8: Annual AUD 52,172 — Per term AUD 13,043.00. - Years 9–12: Annual AUD 55,974 — Per term AUD 13,993.50. Other compulsory international student charges: - International Student Levy (per family, payable by semester instalments): AUD 5,663. - Infrastructure Levy and Consolidated Charge for international students follow the College's published schedules and are payable by semester. Additional compulsory or program-specific charges (for example, Year 9 Clunes or specialist programs) are billed separately. Boarding fees (Learning in Residence — Glen Waverley Campus) - Full boarding (Years 7–12, Mon–Sun): Annual AUD 35,000. Boarding fees are payable in two half-year instalments. Boarding fees cover accommodation, meals, internet access, laundry and mending as part of the package. Additional living costs and incidental charges are the family's responsibility. Additional program and one-off charges - Year 9 Clunes Program (optional eight-week placement): AUD 6,000; billed prior to attendance. - Year 10 Yiramalay Induction Program (three-week program): Fee listed as TBD; airfares and travel costs charged at cost and billed separately. - Uniforms (Prep–Year 12): estimated range AUD 1,500 – AUD 2,000 (new uniform); second‑hand options available. Books and stationery estimated at approximately AUD 600 per year. These amounts are estimates and depend on choices and student participation in activities. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual fees are billed by semester. 2026 semester invoices are issued on 1 October 2025 (Semester 1) and 1 April 2026 (Semester 2). Semester invoice due dates are 31 October (for the 1 October invoice) and 30 April (for the 1 April invoice). Year 12 tuition is invoiced in full on 1 April and payable by 30 April. A three-month instalment plan is available for invoices issued on 1 October and 1 April. Payment of the Semester 1 invoice confirms re-enrolment and acceptance of the College's terms and conditions. If fees are unpaid or overdue, the College may take recovery action. - Early payment discount: a 2.5% discount applies where the total annual fees (tuition + consolidated charge) are paid in advance by the published early-pay date (example: full 2026 fees paid by 31 October 2025). Family fee discounts apply to tuition only (10% for second child in certain circumstances, 20% for third child, 50% for fourth and subsequent children). Refunds, notice of withdrawal and penalties - Domestic notice and refund rules: One full term's written notice to the Head of Campus is required before withdrawing a student (two terms' notice for four‑year‑old ECLC); failing to provide the required notice incurs a charge equivalent to one term's fees. If a student leaves during a term without giving a term's notice, no refund is made for the remaining portion of that fee instalment. If the College withdraws an offer, the Confirmation Fee and Tuition Contribution Fee are refundable. A holding fee of 25% of applicable tuition fees applies to approved periods of leave. - International refunds: Application and Confirmation Fees are not refundable if a student cancels; Application, Confirmation Fees and Tuition Fees are refundable in full if a student's visa application is rejected. A cancellation fee of AUD 1,000 applies if a student cancels less than 30 days before the proposed commencement date. After commencement, where a term's notice of withdrawal is not given, a penalty equivalent to one term's fees will apply. Refunds are paid in Australian dollars and are subject to the College's international refund procedures. Fee payment options and practical payment details - Accepted payment methods: Cheque; Credit card (MasterCard and Visa — surcharges may apply); Charge card (American Express — surcharge may apply); BPAY (credit‑card surcharges may apply), Biller code 3426; Direct credit transfer (BSB: 083 004; Account number: 117480554); and Payment Plans or third‑party fee management services (where applicable). Longer‑term multi‑year payment plans are available through third‑party providers (for example, Edstart) as an independent option for families. A three‑month instalment plan is available for semester invoices. Other costs and estimates parents should allow for - Estimated additional weekly living costs (for students away from home): approximately AUD 100–150 per week for transport, phone, incidental accommodation/medical/pocket money etc. Uniforms, books, stationery and specific activity equipment generate additional annual costs as noted above. Some additional activities (specialist music tuition, optional trips, camps, extra-curricular programs) incur separate charges and are billed as they arise.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The Howqua Program is compulsory for Year 9 and involves living on the Howqua campus for eight blocks during the year, with each block lasting four to five weeks. The campus describes the arrangement as residential but not a boarding school, and students return home during exeats and school holidays.	Boarding arrangements Learning in Residence is Wesley College's purpose-built boarding facility at the Glen Waverley Campus. It is open to domestic students in Years 7–12 and international students from Years 9–12. The residences comprise eight two-storey houses for girls and boys, each housing up to 16 students and one staff member, with dedicated wellbeing and residential support integrated into the program.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are worn from Prep to Year 12. The summer uniform is worn in Terms 1 and 4 and the winter uniform in Terms 2 and 3, with a two‑week transition at the start of Terms 2 and 4. Students travel to and from Lauriston in full uniform; a Lauriston blazer is required in Terms 2 and 3; there are guidelines on hair, makeup, jewellery and the wearing of the PE uniform for sport.	Uniform requirement The Wesley uniform comprises summer and winter academic uniforms and a general sports uniform. Uniform items can be purchased from the Glen Waverley Uniform Shop or the St Kilda Road Uniform Shop, with some items also available via Noone retail stores. Black school shoes are required, and sport-specific uniforms are used for PE and competition.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Meals are served in a communal dining area overlooking Kennedy Oval, with a variety of healthy options offered. Our onsite catering provides breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning and afternoon tea, and supper daily. Nuts and foods containing traces of nuts are not permitted in Learning in Residence facilities.
House system	House system Lauriston has a four-house system: Andrews House (Blue), Irving House (Gold), Kirkhope House (Red) and Mitchell House (White). The House system was introduced in 1930 to boost participation in extra‑curricular activities, bond younger and older students, and expand leadership opportunities.	House system Wesley College uses a Senior School House system, with House Captains and Prefects; regular House activities and competitions are organized as part of campus life.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The School is a Company Limited by Guarantee and is governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association. The School Council oversees governance and strategic direction, with Council members serving as Directors and appointing the Principal. The Lauriston Foundation, established in 1984, is the fundraising arm; it is governed by a board of trustees that manages funds and governance matters, and supports major school projects.	Governance and ownership The College is governed by the Wesley College Council, which was incorporated as Wesley College Melbourne on 1 September 2016 and meets about nine times a year to oversee governance, strategic direction and budgets.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers a broad-based curriculum from Prep to Year 12 with up to 28 subjects available by Year 12. Students may complete either the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) in Years 11–12. Languages include French, Chinese and Latin, and the curriculum covers English, Humanities, Languages, Music, Social Science, Sport, STEM, Creative Arts and Drama. The Howqua program provides a robust five-day core subject academic program with Mathematics, Science, Humanities, English, Mandarin and French, plus Music and Art, and is an immersive residential experience with wellbeing, outdoor and fitness components. The Lauriston Inquiry Framework—Ask, Investigate, Create, Discuss, Reflect—underpins learning across the school.	Curriculum details Wesley College uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) in the Junior School and continues the PYP framework through to Year 6 before commencing the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Year 7; the final year of the MYP is completed in Year 10 prior to following a chosen pathway in Years 11 and 12.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results NAPLAN growth and strong academic results.	Exam results In 2025, 59% of Wesley College graduates completed VCE and 41% completed the IB Diploma Programme (IB DP). The combined VCE and IB DP median ATAR was 87.38, and the IB DP median ATAR was 92.3. Rick Foley, IB DP Dux, achieved a perfect ATAR of 99.95, and 13 students achieved an ATAR of 99 or above. All Year 12 students received first-preference university offers, with 61% accepting offers from Melbourne's top universities.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates have entrance to tertiary institutions locally and overseas through the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB).	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education at universities in Australia and overseas. In 2025, 61% of first-preference offers were to Melbourne's top universities, including the University of Melbourne and Monash University, with some graduates gaining offers from UK institutions such as Imperial College London, King's College London and University College London. The College supports pathways through both VCE and IB Diploma programmes, with graduates attending a diverse range of courses worldwide.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Extension opportunities are provided as needed to challenge advanced students.	Gifted and talented Academic Excellence Scholarships: Rennie Coutts STEM Scholarship for Girls; Nigel Cherk Memorial Academic Scholarships; Richard Ball Academic Scholarship. General Excellence Scholarships: Carlo and Tine Tabalujan Scholarship; Norman Mendelson Scholarship; Jimmy Wastell Bursary; Bruce Gregory Bursary; Rob Webster Bursary; Tony Ayerbe Bursary; Chu Family Award for Excellence in Leadership and Service. Boarding scholarships: Posner Lenzer Boarding Scholarship.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a wellbeing program embedded across all years, anchored in the Victorian Child Safe Standards and Lauriston's core values. Eight wellbeing domains underpin the personal development curriculum, including Self-Awareness, Healthy Holistic Habits, Emotional Awareness, Mindsets, Positive Direction, Positive Relationships, Role Modelling and Looking Outward. SHINE is the wellbeing program for Years 7–12, focusing on developing social and emotional skills, self-confidence and resilience. The wellbeing program includes The Resilience Project, Bodyworks Health and Wellbeing, Social Stencil, Bravehearts, Cyber Safety, Year 5 Courage Conference and the Year 6 Leadership Program. Student voice and inclusivity are integral to wellbeing, with the Student Representative Council and opportunities to contribute to wellbeing policy and activities.	Social & emotional learning Wesley College places wellbeing and social‑emotional development at the core of its learning. The Prospectus describes relationships and emotional literacy as key elements of learning and wellbeing. Play‑based learning supports social and emotional wellbeing in the Primary Years Program, with experiences that foster emotional literacy and personal safety. The College uses a restorative approach to behaviour management to address breaches of rights and responsibilities, supporting wellbeing and accountability. WesleySAFE promotes a speak‑up culture to support student wellbeing and safeguarding across the community.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Lauriston is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for all students. Reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities are made through Student Support Group processes in consultation with the student, parents or carers, teachers and, if appropriate, treating practitioners. Lauriston acknowledges and responds to the diverse needs, identities and strengths of all students. Lauriston upholds inclusion and diversity and does not tolerate discrimination.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language Classes are offered as part of Lauriston's co-curricular offerings.	English as an additional language The English Language Preparation Program (ELPP) is Wesley's in‑house intensive English language program. Designed for international and local students with English as an additional language, the program is available to students in Years 8–10. It is delivered at the Glen Waverley Campus and focuses on the four language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Before completing the program, students undertake the AEAS assessment and are interviewed by the Head of School to determine readiness for transition to mainstream classes; all transitions into mainstream take place at the end of a school term. Students can choose to continue into mainstream study at any Wesley campus after completion.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Howqua provides wellbeing support with a dedicated team of over 20 staff, including psychologists and nurses available at any time, to care for the girls' wellbeing. The environment supports daily opportunities for wellbeing and intrapersonal development through outdoor and campus activities.	Mental wellbeing Wesley College emphasises mental wellbeing as part of its learning and wellbeing framework. The Prospectus highlights relationships and emotional literacy as elements of wellbeing, and the environment includes activities aimed at promoting social and emotional development. The school's approach to wellbeing is complemented by practices that support emotional wellbeing and resilience within the community.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school follows the Victorian Child Safe Standards and embeds child safety and wellbeing across leadership, governance and daily practice. Lauriston has a suite of Child Safe Standards policies, including the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Policy for Students, Code of Conduct, Mandatory Reporting Policy and related procedures. Staff and volunteers are screened, trained and required to report concerns immediately.	Safeguarding Wesley College has a Child Safe Policy and a Child Safe Code of Conduct to protect students, with the policy applying to all adults in the College community and to all physical, virtual and online environments used by students. The policy supports the Victorian Child Safe Standards and Ministerial Order requirements, and safeguarding channels are provided through reporting procedures and safeguarding training as part of a comprehensive safeguarding program. The WesleySAFE whistleblowing service offers a formal mechanism to report concerns and promotes a speak‑up culture for safeguarding and child protection.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has been reimagined under a 10-year master plan to inspire learning. The launch of a new Sports and Wellbeing Centre, redevelopment of the Junior School 5/6 and Prep classrooms, and an adventure playground are key recent developments. In Year 9, students study on the Howqua campus in high country Victoria, with learning ranging from art in outdoor classrooms to science taught by the Howqua River. The Year 5/6 Centre, completed in 2022, provides light, spacious learning spaces over two levels with a common area and outdoor play. The Year 7/8 Lilian Bayly Centre offers open-plan learning spaces over two floors designed to support interconnected learning.	Facilities overview Wesley College operates across three Melbourne campuses: Elsternwick, Glen Waverley and St Kilda Road. The Elsternwick Campus comprises an Early Childhood Learning Centre, Junior School and Middle School, serving children from three years old to Year 9. Glen Waverley Campus has modern learning environments and extensive sporting facilities, with dedicated Junior, Middle and Senior Schools and age‑specific learning, recreation and social spaces. St Kilda Road Campus is a progressive learning environment near Melbourne's central business district, with a community of more than 1,500 students from across Melbourne and around the world. Across campuses Wesley offers cocurricular programs and strong pastoral care.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Ullmer Sports and Wellbeing Centre comprises two competition-sized netball courts, a weights, yoga and movement room, an ergo/cardio room and a learn-to-swim pool. These facilities provide girls with what they need to continue to grow and flourish, from both a sporting and a wellbeing perspective. The centre is integrated with campus life to support regular physical activity, training and wellbeing programs. It forms a cornerstone of Lauriston's commitment to sport and health.	Sports facilities Glen Waverley Campus offers extensive sporting facilities, including five ovals, an indoor pool, a gymnasium, a weights room, a full‑sized indoor basketball court, a two‑court indoor sports centre, an athletics track, tennis and netball courts, hockey pitches and a rowing centre, plus playing fields for football, soccer and cricket. Outdoor spaces support a wide range of sports and fitness activities. Facilities are available for hire across Elsternwick, Glen Waverley and St Kilda Road campuses.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The FabLearn Lab is a hands-on Digital Fabrication Lab that supports cross-disciplinary learning and engagement with STEM concepts. The Year 5/6 Centre, completed in 2022, provides light, spacious learning spaces across two levels with large classrooms, a common area and quiet spaces. The Year 7/8 Lilian Bayly Centre spans two floors with open-plan and dedicated learning spaces designed to encourage linked learning and a sense of belonging. On the Howqua campus, lessons range from art in the outdoor classroom to science taught by the Howqua River. There are plans for an Inter-Disciplinary Learning Commons as part of the master plan.	Academic facilities Elsternwick Campus provides a library and facilities designed for design, science, food technology, the arts and physical education. Glen Waverley Campus features The Drennen Centre, a campus library, the Goldstraw Visual Arts Centre, and specialist language classrooms with audio‑visual equipment. St Kilda Road Campus includes an Early Childhood Learning Centre and related academic facilities.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Lauriston's Co-curricular Program includes Sport, Music, Drama and Clubs. In the Junior School, co-curricular activities before, during and after school include Swim Squad, Netball, Running, Coding, Chess, Ballet and Orchestra. By Years 5 and 6 there are more than 20 different co-curricular activities on offer, designed to develop minds and bodies as well as team and leadership skills. In the Senior School, the program includes Debating and Public Speaking, Duke of Edinburgh, Art Extension, Rowing, Snowsports and Drama. Students can participate in clubs such as the Environmental Club, Making and Coding Club, Pride Club, Model UN Club, STEM Club and Sustainability Club.	Extra curricular facilities Cocurricular sport is compulsory in Years 7 to 12; students participate in Associated Public Schools sports on Saturdays and in AGSV and APS girls sport competitions. There are 20 sports across three seasons and about 680 teams. Performing arts and music are offered as extracurricular activities. Wesley Olympians highlights alumni who have competed in Olympic Games, including Jemima Montag (OW2016) who competed in Paris 2024.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Lauriston Girls' School was established in 1901 by Margaret and Lilian Irving, daughters of Professor Martin Howy Irving, and opened with 12 students. From the outset, Matric (Year 12) subjects were offered, and Geddes Hammond was the first student on the roll to pass Matriculation in 1901. Lauriston moved to Huntingtower Road, Armadale, in 1907, introduced Kindergarten, and hosted boarders from 1905 to 1953. In 1948 the School transitioned from private ownership to a non-profit limited guarantee company while preserving its non-denominational status, and a new building program was initiated. In the 1990s the Howqua Year 9 campus opened in 1993 and the International Baccalaureate program was introduced in 1991; in 2019 Lauriston launched a 10-year Masterplan with the first phase completed in late 2022.	History Wesley College opened on 11 January 1866 at the St Kilda Road Campus with a single student, Freddie Binks. Today it is a leading coeducational, multi-campus school with a student population of more than 3,300. Wesley has a history of more than 150 years and celebrates open entry, religious tolerance and cultural diversity. The College operates across three Melbourne metropolitan campuses: Elsternwick, Glen Waverley and St Kilda Road.
Community	Community Lauriston is supported by the School Council, Lauriston Foundation, the Lauriston Parents' Association, and the Old Lauristonians' Association. The School Council is a Company Limited by Guarantee that oversees governance and appoints the Principal, with committees including Finance, Risk, Building, and Governance. The Lauriston Foundation, established in 1984, funds major projects and initiatives such as the Ullmer Sports & Wellbeing Centre, the Swimming Centre, Blairholme Early Learning Centre, the Science and Resource Centre and the Howqua campus. The Old Lauristonians' Association (OLA) was formed in 1913 to support alumnae and maintain connections, including through mentoring and events. The Lauriston Parents' Association coordinates community events and fundraising, fosters belonging, appoints year-level representatives, and leads interschool sporting involvement.	Community Wesley is more than a school, it's a community. Wesley parents and guardians are vital to the community, diverse, welcoming and supportive, and there are programs and groups connecting families from orientation through graduation. The Wesley Parents' Association is an active campus-based group with various activities and events that provide social interaction and fundraising opportunities, and there are avenues for volunteering, including helping at the Second-hand Uniform Store. WiSE, School TV and the Parent Intranet support communication and engagement, and the Albert Park Hockey and Tennis Centre provides recreational facilities for families across the three campuses.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Lauriston Parents' Association (LPA) is the active parent group open to all parents and guardians with Lauriston students. The LPA coordinates a range of activities and fundraising to support and enhance School programs and it appoints year-level representatives to improve communication between families and staff. The LPA supports dedicated groups including the Lauriston Arts Association (LAA), the Lauriston SnowSports Association (LSSA), the Lauriston Rowing Association (LRA), the New and International Parents Association (NIPA), and the Fathers of Lauriston (FOL). LPA-funded projects have included the Howqua Dining Hall, the Science and Technology Centre, Ullmer Sports & Wellbeing Centre, Blairholme facilities, and the LPA Centre for Student Services; it has also provided equipment such as data projectors and a grand piano. The LPA was founded during the Great Depression in 1933 and continues to coordinate fundraising, community events, and interschool activities like rowing and skiing through its various groups and the LPA Innovation Fund.	Parent teacher association The Wesley Parents' Association is an active and dynamic part of each campus, and parents and guardians are automatically members. As a parent volunteer group, it aims to create a positive, inclusive, and thriving College community across all year levels. A variety of activities and events are held throughout the year that provide social interaction and fundraising for the College. Parents can participate by sharing ideas, volunteering, helping at the Wesley parents' Second-hand Uniform Store, or providing feedback. Our campus-based associations include Wesley Parents Elsternwick, Wesley Parents Glen Waverley and Wesley Parents Association St Kilda Road. WiSE, School TV and the Parent Intranet aid engagement and information sharing.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Debating and Public Speaking, Duke of Edinburgh, Art Extension, Rowing, Snowsports and Drama are offered in the Senior School co-curricular. The school runs student-led clubs such as Environmental Club, Making and Coding Club, Pride Club, Model UN Club, STEM Club and Sustainability Club. In the Junior School, Swim Squad, Netball, Running, Coding, Chess, Ballet and Orchestra are available, with more than 20 co-curricular activities offered by Years 5 and 6.	Academic & intellectual The school offers international exchanges with partner schools in Germany, Spain, China, Japan and France, staying with approved host families. This immersive experience develops students' language skills, resilience and understanding of local culture. Science tours expose students to leading practice, from cloud chamber workshops at CERN in Switzerland to examining molecular structures with biophysicists at the University of Oxford, deepening scientific understanding across disciplines. Wesley also provides incursions that include Q&A sessions with politicians, thought leaders and sports stars, expanding knowledge across multiple disciplines.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school has Music and Orchestra, Drama and Art Extension as part of the co-curricular program. A Creative Arts program supports performing and visual arts, with opportunities to participate in plays and musicals on stage or behind the scenes. Life drawing and photography are offered as after-school activities, and students can contribute to school productions through backstage roles.	Arts & creative Cocurricular music offers every student opportunities to practise, improve and perform. The College hosts 21 chamber ensembles, 23 bands, 10 orchestras and 16 choirs across the campus. Students have performance opportunities throughout the year, including events such as Wesley's Winter Concert at the Melbourne Recital Centre. The music program embraces students of all ages and abilities, encouraging participation and exploration of different musical styles.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school teaches French, Chinese and Latin, and language study deepens cross-cultural understanding. Model United Nations is active, providing opportunities to discuss global issues and practice diplomacy. Amnesty International Support Group and Pride Club foster global awareness and inclusion.	Cultural & language International hosting partnerships place Wesley students with partner schools in Germany, Spain, China, Japan or France, staying with host families and developing language skills while deepening cultural understanding. Music and drama tours offer extended performance experience and exposure to the arts on the world stage. Sports tours provide opportunities to train and compete internationally, broadening cross-cultural perspectives through sport.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Student clubs run at lunchtime and after school, including Model United Nations, Amnesty International Support Group, Coding Club, Greenies environmental group, Pride Club, and Life drawing and photography. Clubs are student-led with teacher support and foster social engagement and collaboration. Backstage management, lighting and sound skills are gained through productions and performances.	Social & hobbies Recreational sport is supported by Wesley College's joint operation of the Albert Park Hockey and Tennis Centre, which features facilities including 12 tennis courts and a hockey pitch. The centre offers programs designed to engage families, communities and individuals, promoting a fit and healthy lifestyle. Wesley's campus life also includes after-school activities and clubs that connect students beyond the classroom, contributing to social connections and well-being.
Community & service	Community & service The GIVE program drives community service and practical social contribution by building bridges between Lauriston and diverse communities. Girls undertake hands-on volunteering and fundraising with organizations nominated by students. The program emphasizes social responsibility and active service as a core part of school life.	Community & service Our community fundraising supports diversity and access by providing opportunities for more students to experience Wesley's education and to sustain an exceptional teaching and learning environment. The College jointly operates facilities such as the Albert Park Hockey and Tennis Centre to engage communities and promote sport and wellness. Alumni networks connect graduates across more than 53 countries, enabling career collaboration and professional networking opportunities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Duke of Edinburgh is offered as part of the co-curricular program. The House system provides cross-year participation in sport, drama or music and focuses on Community Service. The Student Futures and Pathways Program helps girls explore careers, with Careers Readiness, guest lectures from major universities and the annual Student Futures and Pathways Expo featuring alumnae.	Leadership & professional The school maintains an alumni network of over 22,000 graduates living in more than 53 countries, offering networking and career collaboration opportunities. Wesley presents incursions and talks featuring politicians, thought leaders and sports stars to broaden student leadership and professional understanding. The XSOAR high-performance tennis program integrates mindset, nutrition and life-skills development, preparing students for diverse career pathways in sport and beyond.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is central to Lauriston, with a focus on physical and emotional health. Sport is compulsory from Year 7 to Year 10 and a wide range of recreational and competitive sporting opportunities are available. The House activities also include sport, debating, public speaking, music and drama to build confidence, resilience and community.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wesley's high-performance tennis program balances daily training and school commitments, emphasising well-being and life skills alongside sport. The XSOAR program develops physical, tactical and mental skills while supporting students' broader education. The school's recreational facilities and sports programs promote a healthy lifestyle and physical well-being across student life.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French, Mandarin and Latin are offered to Lauriston students. In Years 11–12, Diploma students may study Spanish Ab Initio. Language learning is linked to culture and cross-cultural understanding, helping Lauriston girls engage in a globalised world. The languages are taught across Junior and Senior School. English is the language of instruction and assessment across Lauriston.	Language provision Chinese and French are taught as Language Acquisition options in the Middle School. Year 5 students choose between French or Chinese for the language acquisition elective, and in Years 7–9 students study Language Acquisition with Chinese or French, continuing with their chosen language through at least Year 9. English language support is provided through the English Language Preparation Program (ELPP). In Senior School, all students study under the International Baccalaureate framework until Year 10, and may pursue the IB Diploma Program or Victorian Certificate of Education in Years 11–12; the IB DP requires languages as a compulsory subject area.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Lauriston Girls' School is non-selective with open entry from 3-year-old Kindergarten to Year 12. Main entry points are 3-year-old and 4-year-old Kindergarten, Prep, Year 5, Year 7 and Year 10, with occasional vacancies in other year levels. Applications can be submitted for immediate commencement, and the admissions team will contact families if a position is available. Families are encouraged to place their child's name on the waitlist by submitting an Application for Admission. An application is not a guarantee of enrolment. Step 2: Pre-enrolment Documentation involves completing the Enrolment Profile (parents/guardians) and Student Profile (student) and submitting supporting documents such as two most recent school reports (translations on letterhead if not in English), NAPLAN results if applicable, an Immunisation History Statement (Kindergarten only), external reports, medical reports, and any court orders relevant to custody or living arrangements. Completion of the Enrolment Profile and Student Profile is not a guarantee of enrolment. Step 3: Interview invites prospective students and their parents to an enrolment interview (which could be up to 36 months before commencement). The interview is conducted by a senior member of staff and aims to determine fit for Lauriston. A tour of the School is encouraged prior to the interview. Attending an interview is not a guarantee of enrolment. Step 4: Offer of Enrolment occurs if Lauriston can meet the student's educational needs; to accept, families complete an Acceptance of Offer of Enrolment and pay the relevant fees by the due date. Confirmation of enrolment is issued only after all documentation and fees are received. Step 5: Transition and Orientation introduces the Transition & Orientation Program for new students. Step 6: Enrolment Policies instruct families to read the enrolment policies.	Admissions 1. Online application: Submit the online international application, or apply through one of Wesley's approved international agents. Provide a copy of the applicant's birth certificate or passport; AEAS results if English is a second language (AEAS results are valid for 12 months); a notarised copy of the student's most recent school report (entry to a year level requires completion of the prior year or equivalent); and details of living and welfare arrangements. An application is a prerequisite for admission but not a guarantee of enrolment. 2. Application fee: Pay a non-refundable and non-transferable $300 application fee. The fee is waived for children and grandchildren of Old Wesley Collegians (OWs) and for Wesley approved education agencies applying on an applicant's behalf. An application is a prerequisite for admission but not a guarantee of enrolment. 3. AEAS test: International applicants, for whom English is a second language, must sit an entrance test administered by Australian Education Assessment Services (AEAS). AEAS results provide detail on English proficiency and are one of the measures of the candidate's suitability. The AEAS test may be completed in your home country and should be completed within 12 months of submitting your application. Applicants must attain a satisfactory level of English before entering mainstream study, and may be invited to attend the post-ELICOS AEAS test. 4. Interview: Students who satisfy entry requirements may be invited to attend an interview with the Head of School (or delegate), Head of Boarding (if applicable) and Head of the English Language Preparation Program (if applicable) prior to a letter of offer being issued. The interview may take place online or in person. During the interview, the student's suitability to enrol at the College is assessed, and the College may review reports and other notarised documents and undertake additional verification if required. 5. Enrolment criteria: The College considers a range of criteria when making enrolment offers, including siblings already attending, children or grandchildren of Old Wesley Collegians, gender balance, and the interests and activities of the student. It also considers the number of students seeking boarding, class size and the year level, College resources and staffing, and the date of application. Genuine aspiration to derive value from the course is considered. 6. Offer of enrolment: Successful applicants receive a formal offer of enrolment in writing, which may be subject to conditions such as satisfactory completion of a Wesley-approved English language preparation or ELICOS course for EAL students. To accept, families must return a completed Acceptance of Offer form and pay a non-refundable $1,500 confirmation fee plus a deposit equal to the annual international tuition fee. The deposit is refundable under specified conditions. 7. Confirmation of enrolment and visa: After confirmation fees and documentation are received, the College issues a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and a Confirmation of Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW) if applicable. These documents are required to obtain a student visa. If payment is not received by the due date, the offer may be withdrawn. 8. Contact: The international admissions team is available to guide families through the enrolment process.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships at Lauriston reflect values of creativity, courage, engagement in life, intellectual curiosity and relationships. Scholarship applications for 2027 entry are closed; applications for 2028 entry will open at the end of 2026. Academic Scholarship is awarded to students with outstanding academic potential and is not funded by philanthropic support; candidates must articulate what a scholarship would mean to them and how they would contribute to Lauriston and the broader community. General Excellence Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate academic proficiency and potential to contribute in areas such as Music, Sport, Performing Arts, Creative Arts, Leadership or Community Service; not funded by philanthropic support; applicants must demonstrate participation and achievements in activities noted in the application. Belinda Phillips Goldman Sachs Memorial Scholarship is not being offered for commencement in 2027; it is for girls entering Years 7, 8, 10 or 11 and is means-tested for a well-rounded student with both academic and sporting pursuits. Lauriston Foundation Scholarship is not being offered for commencement in 2027; established in 2011, it provides financial assistance to a student who would otherwise be unable to experience Lauriston and is means-tested, with full remission for tuition fees awarded based on above-average scholarship exam results, school reports and an interview.	Scholarships Wesley College offers scholarships and bursaries that balance merit and means, recognizing talents, achievements and character. Scholarships typically provide a 25–80 percent reduction in tuition fees, last for the duration of the student's time at the College, and include a means-tested component informed by family circumstances provided in the scholarship application. The number and value of scholarships depend on meeting scholarship criteria, means assessment, and the availability of places. Boarding Scholarships are available at the Glen Waverley campus for boarders entering Years 7–11; Academic Excellence Scholarships reopen late in 2026 and are awarded to Years 7 and 10; General Excellence Scholarships reopen late in 2026 and apply to Years 5–11. Named scholarships include Rennie Coutts Academic Scholarship, Nigel Cherk Memorial Academic Scholarship, and Richard Ball Academic Scholarship, with General Excellence Named Scholarships such as Carlo and Tine Tabalujan Scholarship and Norman Mendelson Scholarship.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school is non-selective with main entry points and occasional vacancies, and families are encouraged to join the waitlist by submitting an Application for Admission.	Waitlist —
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