Woodleigh School

Australia, Melbourne

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 925

Type Co-educational

Opened 1856

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Australian

Taught languages Hindi, Mandarin, Italian, Spanish, German

Typical class size 8

Strengths Progressive education, Round Square member, Three campuses, 1000+ students, Founded 1856, Mornington Peninsula, Whole person education

Stages Pre-School, Elementary, Secondary

Introduction

Woodleigh School is a progressive, co-educational independent school on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, founded in 1856 with over 1,000 students across three campuses (Minimbah, Penbank, Senior). A Round Square member, the school educates the whole person through academic and experiential programmes.

485 Golf Links Road, Langwarrin South, VIC 3911, Australia.

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The Essentials

Location

Woodleigh School is at 485 Golf Links Road, Langwarrin South, VIC 3911, on the Mornington Peninsula.

Stages

Early Childhood through Year 12 across three campuses: Minimbah, Penbank, and Senior.

Type

Woodleigh is a progressive, independent, co-educational day school.

Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

Independent school with Principal David Baker. Round Square Association of Schools member.

Academics

Curriculum

Progressive, future-focused education enriching academic and experiential programmes. Entry points at Early Childhood, Foundation, Year 5, Year 7, and Year 10 RFP.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school fosters 'the adventurous mind' and educates the whole person.

Parent Experience

History

Founded in 1856, Woodleigh is one of Australia's longest-established progressive schools.

Community

Located on Mayone Balug clan (Boon Wurrung/Bunurong) estate. Virtual tours available.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Three campuses: Minimbah, Penbank, and Senior, across the Mornington Peninsula.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Round Square experiential programmes.

Cultural & Language

Languages taught include Hindi, Mandarin, Italian, Spanish, and German.

Languages

Language Provision

Languages taught: Hindi, Mandarin, Italian, Filipino, Greek, Russian, Spanish, German, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Tamil, Sinhala.

Reputation

Accreditations

Round Square Association of Schools member.

Admissions

Online application portal. Campus visits and prospectus requests available.

Scholarships

Scholarship programmes provided.

School Events

The school has not added events

FAQs

Where is Woodleigh School located and which campuses does it have?

Woodleigh School is located at 485 Golf Links Road, Langwarrin South, VIC 3911 on the Mornington Peninsula and operates across three campuses: Minimbah, Penbank, and Senior.

What age range does Woodleigh School cater for and how many students attend?

Woodleigh educates students aged 3 to 18 and has a total enrolment of 925 pupils.

What type of school is Woodleigh and who leads it?

Woodleigh is an independent, co-educational day school with a progressive, future-focused approach, and the head of school is David Baker.

What curriculum and educational approach does Woodleigh follow?

Woodleigh offers a progressive, future-focused education that combines academic and experiential programmes to educate the whole person and foster 'the adventurous mind'.

What are the main entry points and how do I apply?

Common entry points are Early Childhood, Foundation, Year 5, Year 7, and Year 10 RFP; applications are submitted via an online application portal and the school offers campus visits and prospectus requests.

Does Woodleigh offer scholarships and how do I find out about them?

The school provides scholarship programmes; details and application processes are managed through the school's admissions team and online application portal.

How does Woodleigh combine academic study with experiential learning?

Woodleigh integrates experiential programmes alongside its academic curriculum, including Round Square activities, to provide practical, character-building learning opportunities beyond traditional classroom teaching.

Are exam results or class sizes published for Woodleigh?

Specific exam results and student-teacher ratios are not on file, but the school emphasizes a progressive academic programme supported by experiential learning.

Which year levels are based on each campus?

Woodleigh offers Early Childhood through Year 12 across its three campuses—Minimbah, Penbank, and Senior—so different stages of schooling are provided across those campuses.

Can I arrange a tour of the campuses before relocating?

Yes, the school offers campus visits and virtual tours to help prospective families familiarise themselves with the campuses and facilities.

What extracurricular or beyond-classroom programmes does Woodleigh offer?

Woodleigh runs Round Square experiential programmes and a range of extracurricular activities designed to complement academic learning and personal development.

Does Woodleigh have strong arts or cultural programmes?

Specific arts and cultural programme details are not on file, but the school's curriculum emphasises experiential and whole-person education which includes cultural opportunities.

How does Woodleigh support student wellbeing and personal development?

The school fosters 'the adventurous mind' and focuses on educating the whole person, integrating social-emotional learning and experiential programmes into student development.

What pastoral or welfare structures are in place for students?

Woodleigh's approach to pastoral care is embedded in its whole-person, experiential education philosophy, though detailed welfare structures are not on file.

Is Woodleigh co-educational and does it follow any particular school traditions?

Woodleigh is co-educational and follows a progressive educational philosophy; it is also a member of the Round Square Association, reflecting a commitment to experiential and international-minded programmes.

Does Woodleigh offer boarding or is it a day school?

Woodleigh is an independent day school; boarding is not on file.

Is Woodleigh affiliated with any educational organisations or accreditation bodies?

Woodleigh is a member of the Round Square Association of Schools.

When was Woodleigh School founded and what is its history?

Woodleigh was founded in 1856 and is one of Australia's longest-established progressive schools.

Which languages are taught at Woodleigh?

Woodleigh teaches a wide range of languages including Hindi, Mandarin, Italian, Filipino, Greek, Russian, Spanish, German, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Tamil, and Sinhala.

Are there bilingual or immersion language programmes available?

Bilingual teaching and immersion programme details are not on file, but the school offers instruction in a broad set of languages to support language learning.

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