Methodist Ladies' College vs Wesley College Melbourne

	M Methodist Ladies' College Melbourne, Australia	W Wesley College Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year A$26,970 - 61,335	Fees / year A$27,702 - 49,834
Age range	Age range 0 - 18 years	Age range 0 - 18 years
Type	Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding), Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 2,200	Pupils 3,400
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 22
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1882	Opened 1866
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 207 Barkers Road, Kew, Victoria 3101, Australia. The campus is in the leafy suburb of Kew, about seven kilometres from Melbourne CBD. It is easily accessible by tram and train, with route 16 tram stops directly outside MLC and Glenferrie Railway Station within a 10-minute walk.	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 (MLC Kindle) to Year 12; Early Learning, Junior School, Junior Secondary School, Middle School and 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 Day and boarding school for girls	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 Deaf Education Program; English as an Additional Language (EAL) program; Learning Diversity with Learning Support and Enrichment and targeted intervention options across year levels.	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 Non-denominational	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Panorama Coaches provides four routes offering secure, dedicated bus services for Kew-based independent schools; Public Transport Victoria school buses are operated by Kinetic Melbourne with most drop-off/pick-up points near campus.	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 Enrolment Fees - Application fee: AUD 100 per application (non-refundable). - Enrolment fee (payable on acceptance and return of the signed Enrolment Agreement): First student AUD 1,250; each subsequent sibling AUD 1,000. These enrolment fees are non-refundable and non-transferable except as specified in the International Student Additional Terms and Conditions. Tuition Fees — Local (per annum and per term) Fees are shown per year (annual). Tuition, Boarding and Technology Levy are billed in three equal instalments; the per-term amounts below show the annual fee divided into three equal instalments. - Prep: AUD 26,970 per year — AUD 8,990.00 per term. - Year 1: AUD 27,915 per year — AUD 9,305.00 per term. - Year 2: AUD 28,965 per year — AUD 9,655.00 per term. - Year 3: AUD 32,700 per year — AUD 10,900.00 per term. - Year 4: AUD 33,990 per year — AUD 11,330.00 per term. - Year 5: AUD 37,440 per year — AUD 12,480.00 per term. - Year 6: AUD 38,670 per year — AUD 12,890.00 per term. - Year 7: AUD 40,395 per year — AUD 13,465.00 per term. - Year 8: AUD 40,875 per year — AUD 13,625.00 per term. - Year 9: AUD 41,280 per year — AUD 13,760.00 per term. - Year 10: AUD 43,080 per year — AUD 14,360.00 per term. - Year 11: AUD 43,785 per year — AUD 14,595.00 per term. - Year 12: AUD 43,785 per year — AUD 14,595.00 per term. Tuition Fees — International full-fee students (per annum and per term) - Prep to Year 9: AUD 56,730 per year — AUD 18,910.00 per term. - Years 10–12: AUD 61,335 per year — AUD 20,445.00 per term. (International student fee includes Technology Levy where noted.) Tuition Fees in Advance - Tuition Fees in Advance: AUD 3,500 per student, payable approximately 18 months prior to commencement (credited against the second invoice for the student commencing at the start of Term 1). Boarding Fees (Tiddeman House) - Years 7–12 Full Boarding: AUD 39,765 per year — AUD 13,255.00 per term. - Years 7–12 Weekly Boarding: AUD 31,500 per year — AUD 10,500.00 per term. Weekly boarders must depart by 6:00 pm Friday and check in from 4:00 pm Sunday; a daily rate of AUD 175 is payable if not signed out by 6:00 pm Friday. Boarders do not pay an additional Marshmead fee for Year 9 outdoor education where noted. Technology Levy and Course Levies - Technology Levy (per year): Prep–Year 2 AUD 405 (AUD 135.00 per term); Years 3–6 AUD 1,065 (AUD 355.00 per term); Years 7–12 AUD 1,365 (AUD 455.00 per term). Variable annual software/online resource costs for Years 7–12 are billed in the February invoice. - IB Diploma (International Baccalaureate students): AUD 2,130 per annum. VCAA VCE charges for international students vary by subject. Education Outdoors and Kindle (ELC) Charges - Education Outdoors (per annum): Year 5 MLC Banksia AUD 745; Year 6 MLC Banksia AUD 815; Year 7 MLC Banksia AUD 950; Year 8 MLC Banksia AUD 950; Year 9 MLC Marshmead AUD 6,775. (Boarders do not pay an additional Marshmead fee where applicable.) - Kindle (ELC) fees (annual examples): Infant and Toddler options 2 days AUD 21,240; 3 days AUD 31,860; 5 days full time AUD 53,100. Three-year-old and four-year-old session and full-time options are listed with corresponding fees; sessional four-year-old Kindergarten is AUD 25,395. Late pick-up charges apply: AUD 26 for first 10 minutes (or part), AUD 54 for second 10 minutes (or part), AUD 80 for third 10 minutes (or part). Other Costs and Optional Charges - Optional co-curricular charges, voluntary tax-deductible donation to the MLC Building Fund, and a voluntary Parents' Association levy may appear on instalment invoices. Additional charges for co-curricular activities and other miscellaneous items may be billed in February or when advised. Debt recovery fees apply where a debt is sent for recovery. - Uniforms and uniform shop purchases are additional to fees and are available from the MLC Uniform Shop, Bob Stewart in Kew, or online; secondhand uniform options are available at the MLC Uniform Shop. Uniform costs are not listed in the tuition schedule and are payable separately. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms - Tuition Fees, Boarding Fees and Technology Levy are billed in three equal instalments. For the 2026 billing cycle the instalment issue months and due dates are: October 2025 (Instalment 1) due Friday, 31 October 2025; February 2026 (Instalment 2) due Friday, 27 February 2026; June 2026 (Instalment 3) due Tuesday, 30 June 2026. Additional charges are billed in February or when advised. A 1.5% discount is available on full pre-payment of tuition, boarding and Technology Levy if payment clears into the MLC account by 5:00 pm Friday, 31 October 2025 (terms apply). Payment Methods and Surcharges - Accepted payment methods: BPAY (preferred for current families), credit or debit card via the myMLCfamily online payment gateway, and direct deposit (bank transfer). Cash is not accepted. Cheques in AUD from Australian banks are accepted by mail. All payments are accepted in Australian dollars (AUD) only. - BPAY Biller code: 242164 (current families only). No credit card surcharge applies to BPAY fee payments. - Credit/debit card surcharges (applied when paying via online gateway): Mastercard, Visa and American Express 1.08%. Payments on international credit cards may attract additional charges from the card issuer. Application and enrolment fees are collected via the online payment gateway using debit or credit card. All bank charges for direct deposits (including international charges) must be paid by the payer. SWIFT for international transfers: WPACAU2S (Westpac). Refund Information (International students and related conditions) - Application and enrolment fees are non-refundable. For International students, refunds of unspent fees are provided in specified circumstances under the International Student Refund Policy. In the event of a student Visa refusal, the College will refund any unspent fees within four weeks of written notice, minus the lesser of 5% of the tuition fees received or AUD 500, subject to provision of the refusal evidence. A maximum of one term's tuition fees and one term's boarding fees may be retained where enrolment is cancelled for specified student defaults; unspent pro-rata fees are refunded within three months. Provider default and other refund provisions are set out in the International Student Refund Policy and related Terms & Conditions. Refund requests must be made in writing and follow the College's specified procedure. Notes on Discounts and Special Charges - A 1.5% discount is available for full pre-payment of tuition, boarding and Technology Levy if paid by the specified pre-payment deadline for the billing year. Debt recovery fees are charged if accounts are sent for recovery. Some subject- or program-specific charges (for example IB or VCE subject charges for international students) are additional to the annual tuition and are billed as advised. Administrative and Contact Details for Payments - For billing enquiries and account-specific questions, MLC Family Accounts can be contacted by email at familyaccounts@mlc.vic.edu.au and the College telephone line is +61 3 9274 6333. Account numbers and references must be used on payments as instructed on statements.	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 school has an on‑campus boarding house, Tiddeman House, which houses boarders from Year 7 to Year 12. Boarders have access to in‑house facilities including common rooms, a kitchen, study spaces and an in‑house gym, with around 100 students in residence. Students sign in and out at Reception; boarders in Years 7–11 share bedrooms while Year 12 boarders have their own bedrooms; the boarding house is about seven kilometres from Melbourne's CBD and is linked to the campus by walking and local transport. Boarders dine together on Thursday nights in six ‘Tiddeman Families' and Lunch for day students is collected from the Star Café onsite during the day. A dedicated boarding nurse provides health support alongside the MLC Health Centre, and external medical resources are nearby.	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 The uniform is worn by students and features the MLC crest with a dark emerald green colour scheme. The current uniform, introduced in 2002, includes warm and cool weather options and separate PE/sport uniforms; uniforms are available from the on‑campus Uniform Shop, Bob Stewart in Kew, or online, with secondhand uniforms also available. The uniform collection accommodates different age groups and activities, with guidance and accessories available from the Uniform Shop staff.	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 The Terrace Restaurant and Krome Eats Café provide on‑site dining experiences: the Terrace Restaurant is open to the public on select Thursdays for lunch, and Krome Eats Café offers takeaway and dine‑in options on select Fridays. Boarding students collect their lunch from the Star Café onsite and eat in the boarding dining areas, while daily dinners feature a variety of hot dishes. The onsite catering team also accommodates dietary requirements, and menu offerings change daily across dining spaces within the campus.	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 MLC operates a House system that coordinates activities across a wide range of areas, including cheerleading, athletics, performing arts, debating, cross country, music, swimming, chess and drama. Houses foster unity by connecting older and younger students and promoting a strong sense of pride and belonging through ongoing House events and competitions.	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 College is governed by a Board of Directors, with the Principal reporting to the Board and working with the College Leadership Team to oversee all aspects of the College. The Constitution was updated in 2015 and amended in 2020. A Relationship Agreement with the Uniting Church recognises the College's heritage, and MLC is a member of the International Coalition of Girls' Schools.	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 MLC offers a P-12 curriculum with four stages: Junior School, Junior Secondary (Years 7–8), Middle School (Years 9–10) and Senior School (Years 11–12). More than 60 subjects are available across VCE, VCE VET and IB, with diverse pathways and a sequenced approach that builds knowledge across learning areas. Education Outdoors operates at two remote campuses, Banksia and Marshmead, focusing on personal sustainability, environmental learning and outdoor experiences. The Arts and Design area is extensive, offering Art, Photography, Fashion, Product Design and Technology and Visual Communication Design, supported by 13 specialist studios and a dedicated technology studio, with opportunities such as an Italy study tour for Years 11–12. English, EAL, English Language and Literature are provided within a broad English pathway, alongside Digital Technology, Civics and Commerce, Dramatic Arts, Humanities and other disciplines to form a cohesive secondary program.	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 MLC has one of the lowest student-to-staff ratios among Victorian all-girls schools, supporting personalised learning and strong student–teacher relationships.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results MLC holds one of the highest VCE and IB rankings in Victoria, with students consistently achieving within the top 1% of ATAR scores. The College highlights strong VCE, IB and NAPLAN results and ranks among Victoria's top private schools for both primary and secondary education. Year 12 results are presented as part of its academic profile and are frequently cited in performance summaries.	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 —	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 MLC offers Learning Diversity, which supports both gifted students and those needing additional help. The program includes subject-specific extension, targeted programs (such as math mentoring with gifted MLC alumnae and participation in the Da Vinci Decathlon), and withdrawal groups, all designed to challenge high-ability learners beyond the differentiated classroom.	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 an integrated wellbeing approach guided by PROSPER (Positivity, Relationships, Outcomes, Strengths, Purpose, Engagement, Resilience). Wellbeing programs are age-appropriate and delivered by the MLC Wellbeing team, in partnership with evidenced-based organisations. In Junior School, Learning Diversity specialists support learning and social–emotional needs; in Secondary, every student has a dedicated Mentor with regular one-on-one meetings and group wellbeing check-ins. The Counselling Team provides short-term counselling for social, emotional and wellbeing needs, delivered by qualified mental health professionals. The Health Centre offers nurse-led health services from 8 am to 4:15 pm with beds for short-term recovery, and Chaplains support spiritual wellbeing and inclusion, including leading events and an open, inclusive religious education curriculum.	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) The school has Learning Diversity that supports all students, including those who need additional support and those who are gifted. In Junior School, every classroom is supported by Learning Diversity teachers with specialist qualifications who review progress and implement a differentiated curriculum. In secondary years, Year 7–10 students with higher learning support needs participate in the Language and Learning program to develop reading, writing and study skills, and an organisational repertoire is built to suit individual needs. The Deaf Education Program provides regular review meetings, in-class and withdrawal support with a Teacher of the Deaf, and supports communication through sign language, speech and listening, with interpreters and audiology services (Australian Hearing) and access to speech therapy.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Through the English as an Additional Language (EAL) program, English skills are taught to linguistically and culturally diverse students to access the curriculum and understand the College and wider community. EAL provides a structured framework and varied language support options to help students develop proficiency. International students may take EAL as a VCE subject if they meet Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) eligibility requirements.	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 Counselling is provided by a qualified team of mental health professionals to address students' social, emotional and wellbeing needs. The Health Centre is staffed by registered nurses and provides health information sessions and private care, with beds for short-term recovery. Chaplains support spiritual wellbeing and foster inclusive practices and events, contributing to a supportive wellbeing ecosystem across the College.	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 College has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy (MLC Child Safe Program) that applies to all adults in the MLC Community, aligned with Victorian Child Safe Standards. Procedures for Responding to and Reporting Child Safety Incidents or Concerns are in place to guide staff and the College community in safeguarding practices.	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 Kew campus is purpose-built and located seven kilometres from Melbourne. It combines heritage-listed and contemporary buildings with secure gardens and recreational spaces. Four dedicated learning communities—Junior School, Junior Secondary School, Middle School, and Senior School—each have age-appropriate facilities and flexible learning spaces, plus shared facilities such as a multi-sport Physical Education Centre and a purpose-built Music School. On-campus spaces span science laboratories, theatre, sports fields, a swimming pool, music studios, art rooms, and libraries for Junior and Secondary years. The campus also houses two Education Outdoors campuses in regional Victoria for Years 5 to 9 and a range of other specialist spaces including a Health Centre and Home Economics Demonstration Kitchens and a Commercial Training Restaurant.	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 Shared facilities include a multi-sport Physical Education Centre. There is a Sports Oval (Multi-Sport) for outdoor athletics. Tennis Courts are available for court-based sport. Fitness Studios support conditioning and PE programs. The Gymnasium (competition standard) provides an indoor athletic space. The Swimming Lap and Diving Pool offers aquatic facilities.	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 Art House and Specialist Studios, including Ceramic Studio and Kiln, support visual arts education. Science Laboratories support science teaching, and Home Economics Demonstration Kitchens and a Commercial Training Restaurant support culinary studies. Language Centre and Libraries (Secondary School and Junior School) cater to language learning and research, while a Computing Centre and a 3D Computer Room support ICT and design. The Nicholas Learning Centre (Year 7–8) provides a dedicated Junior Secondary home with 24 configurable spaces and a rooftop garden, Dr Wood Learning Centre (Year 9) offers flexible learning spaces and an adjacent amphitheatre, and Nevile Wing was refurbished to provide a contemporary Year 10 hub in 2022.	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 Sport, Music, Dramatic Arts, Global Learning Programs, Community Service, and Student Clubs form the core of co-curricular offerings. Education Outdoors is delivered across two remote campuses, MLC Banksia and MLC Marshmead, for Years 5–9. Community sport and performance spaces support gymnastics, dance, swimming, theatre and other activities. Music ensembles and dramatic arts programs are available across ages, providing opportunities for creative and leadership experiences.	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 MLC is one of Melbourne's oldest all-girls schools. It opened on 14 February 1882 after founding Principal Rev. Dr. William Henry Fitchett and a committee convinced the Australian Methodist Church to establish a girls' school alongside the boys' Wesley College. From its inception, MLC attracted boarders from across the country, and the Gothic Revival building known as Tiddeman House has long housed the boarding community. The college has been led by a series of principals, including Rev. Dr. Fitchett (1882–1928) and later lay and female leaders, with the current Principal appointed in 2023. Although founded by the Wesleyan Methodists, the college welcomes students and families of all faiths and backgrounds today.	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 The school's community includes Alumnae, Old Collegians' Club, and MLC Archives, as well as a on-campus Terrace Restaurant and a Parents' Association. The Alumni network and Old Collegians' Club connect past students with the College, while MLC Archives preserve College history. Community Sport offerings include Gymnastics, Dance, and Swimming, reinforcing campus life for students from Early Learning to Year 12.	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 MLC Parents' Association provides year-round opportunities for parents to engage with the College through a wide range of events and special interest groups. All MLC parents automatically become members and may attend meetings, which take place once or twice a term, and attend events throughout the year. The Association connects parents across year levels from ELC to Year 12 and supports the College through a network of Sub Committees. Sub Committees include the Junior School Parent Committee, Boards' Parents Committee, Community Care Group, Friends of Art, Friends of Music, Friends of Snow Sports, International Parents' Group, Kayak Club, Deaf Integration Support, Lost Property Volunteers, Silver Star Rowing Club, and Year Level Liaisons.	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 MLC offers a broad range of co-curricular opportunities that extend academic learning beyond the classroom. Students can join Coding, Chess and Book Bugs clubs, and language clubs for Auslan, Japanese and French, along with a Languages & Culture Club. The program also includes Science Club and Writer's Workshop to support inquiry, critical thinking and written communication. Participation in co-curricular activities is encouraged to complement academic learning and broaden educational aspirations.	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 MLC's Dramatic Arts program features a wide range of productions and opportunities. Students participate in Year 10 and 12 Plays, the Year 8 Scotch/MLC Play, and school-level performing arts festivals and musicals, with Drama Club performances and events. The Independent Student Theatre Company provides Years 9–12 with student-led production experiences, while Speech and Drama lessons (AMEB) support performance and communication. Junior School and Junior Secondary Drama Clubs, Theatre Sports, and theatre visits provide additional avenues to develop drama skills.	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 Global Learning Programs connect students with international experiences and world languages through Sister School Study Tours and Culture/Service Tours. These include Red Earth Cultural and Service Learning Tour (Year 8) and the Hong Kong Sister School Partnership Tour, with other Curriculum-based Tours such as Italy Art, UK Dramatic Arts, US Society and Culture, and European Choir tours. Language and Cultural Programs connect with sister schools in France, Japan, Hong Kong, Spain, Chile and the UK.	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 Most students participate in MLC's extensive array of student-led clubs and action groups. Clubs extend learning beyond the classroom and include Chess Club, Coding Club, Craft Club and Animanga Society, along with groups such as The Green Team, Connecting to Country and Rainbow Alliance. At the start of each year, students sign up for clubs at the Senior Student-led Club Carnival and are encouraged to form new clubs with staff support.	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 MLC runs Service Learning through the Community Service program to involve students in local, national and international communities. The Social Service Program involves class groups, Houses, student leadership groups and whole-school activities, with students self-determining who they would like to support. Sub-schools support international communities such as Cambodia Rural Students Trust, Long Hai in Vietnam, The School of St Jude in Tanzania, and Ban Tharn Namchai Children's Home in Thailand. Past projects include Year 7 pasta drives for FareShare, Year 8 cheese sandwiches for Eat Up, Year 9–10 birthing kits for Africa, Year 12 succulents for isolated seniors, and laptops donated to Ukraine refugees.	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 MLC's Senior Student Leaders program inducts a large cohort of Year 11 students into official leadership roles; the 2025 Executive includes a Senior Prefect, Deputy Senior Prefects and a SRC Prefect team. The leadership group strengthens connections within the MLC community, leads by example, and guides the student body and wider Prefect team. Their focus areas include fostering inclusivity, driving community service, promoting sustainability and encouraging co-curricular participation.	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 MLC offers more than 30 sports, including swimming, rowing, AFL, netball, athletics and gymnastics, with College House competitions and before-school training, plus opportunities to compete at state and international levels. A Health and Fitness program emphasizes mental and physical health, offering Pilates, Yoga and Spin as part of a holistic wellbeing approach. Sport is an extension of the Physical Education curriculum and is supported by elite coaching and facilities to suit all levels of experience.	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 Junior School languages: Japanese (Prep–Year 4) and French (Years 5–6). Secondary offerings include French, French (Partial Immersion), Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish (from Year 9 onwards). Languages form part of the core program from Year 7 to Year 10, with students choosing two languages in Year 7 and continuing one through Year 10; IB Ab initio courses are available, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided.	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.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers a French Partial Immersion program in Years 7–9, with History, Geography and Science taught in French alongside French language classes. The program includes Year 9 advanced French and DELF B1 preparation, enabling progression to VCE French in Year 10. In Junior School, Japanese is taught Prep–Year 4 and French is taught Years 5–6 to provide early language exposure. The languages offered in secondary include French, French (Partial Immersion), Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish (from Year 9 onwards).	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs French Partial Immersion is a three-year learning program commencing in Year 7, with History, Geography and Science taught in French alongside French language classes. The program continues into Year 9 with an advanced French class and DELF B1 preparation, preparing students to take VCE French in Year 10.	Immersion programs —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Main intake points are Prep, Year 5 and Year 7, with a minor intake in Year 3. Places may be available at other year levels from time to time. Enrolment begins when an online application is completed and the $100 application fee is received. 2. Apply online via the Application Portal; the process is straightforward and takes about 5–10 minutes. After submission, the student is placed on the waiting list. 3. Applications submitted fewer than three years before entry require contact with Admissions to discuss the enrolment timeline and options. 4. Approximately three years before the nominated entry year, the College contacts families to confirm intention to enrol and to collect additional information such as school reports and an official Immunisation History Statement if entering ELC or Junior School. 5. A formal offer of enrolment may be made; offers must be accepted by the due date or may be passed to other applicants. 6. Acceptance requires signing the Enrolment Agreement and paying the non-refundable Enrolment Fee. The first child is charged $1,250 and $1,000 for each additional child. 7. A Pre-commencement meeting with the relevant School leader supports the transition; every Year 7 entrant sits a General Ability Test (GAT) one to two years before entry. Approximately 18 months before commencement, a Tuition Fee in Advance of $3,500 per student is payable and credited against the second invoice. 8. Welcome and Orientation Day occurs before the first day, with accompanying parent information sessions. 9. For non-intake entry years, the process is the same but Admissions will be in touch one year before commencement to start enrolment; there is an informal interview with the relevant Head of School before a formal offer is made. 10. Kindle (ELC) entry: 2027 Entry Applications have closed; Kindle Applications close each December, 13 months prior to commencement. If applying for both Kindle and College, select Day Student (Kindle) to enable selection. The Toddler Room (18 months to 3 years) is not an intake year.	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 The College offers scholarships in six categories: Academic, Music, Sports, Indigenous, Science, and Boarding. Scholarships are competitive and merit-based, assessed on the strength of the scholarship application, school reports, a scholarship test, and an interview. Some scholarships are means-tested, determined by financial need, with eligibility assessed on household income, assets and expenses. Named scholarships include Principal's Scholarship, Dr Wood Scholarship, The Christian and Jinah Johnston / Goldman Sachs Gives Scholarship, and the Thomas Henry Scholarship (Science). Scholarships are available for various year levels as listed in each category (e.g., Academic scholarships for Years 5, 7, 9 and 11; Boarding and Indigenous scholarships with respective year ranges).	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 Yes, there is a waiting list for all applicants until enrolment begins. Applicants are placed on the waiting list based on the date the completed Application for Admission is received. Enrolments are processed three years before commencement for intake years (Prep, Year 5 and Year 7), and offers are made in order of application date. A family connection to the College gives students a two-year advantage on the waiting list (one year for Kindle applications).	Waitlist —
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