Wesley College - Elsternwick Campus

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Wesley College - Elsternwick Campus is an independent combined school in Elsternwick, VIC, for Prep–12, boarding available. Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.

Wesley College - Elsternwick Campus

Elsternwick, VIC 3185

Independent

Co-Ed

Primary & Secondary

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4 campuses

ElsternwickElsternwick, VIC 3185Viewing MelbourneMelbourne, VIC 3004 Glen WaverleyGlen Waverley, VIC 3150 St Kilda Road JuniorWindsor, VIC 3181

Years: Prep–12; Primary & Secondary
Students: 3,181; ACARA 2025
Annual fees: Not published; Check with the school
Next open day: None listed; Ask about a tour

Inclusive, vibrant environment fostering academic achievement and coeducation for diverse students.

Offering a safe and vibrant community, the college excels in academic achievements and coeducation. It specialises in the International Baccalaureate, promoting students' holistic development from early childhood to senior years while nurturing individual potential through diverse programs.

School Overview

Key information about Wesley College

School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary	Sector	Independent
Year levels	Prep–12	Enrolments	3,181
Early learning	Yes · 3 & 4 years	Teacher–student ratio	1:7.7
Gender	Co-Ed	Principal	Not available
Boarding	Yes	Founded	Not available

School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary
Year levels	Prep–12
Early learning	Yes · 3 & 4 years
Gender	Co-Ed
Boarding	Yes

School overview facts (continued)
Sector	Independent
Enrolments	3,181
Teacher–student ratio	1:7.7
Principal	Not available
Founded	Not available

Early learning & quality

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Wesley College - Elsternwick Campus

Early learning at this campus. 3 & 4 years.

Wesley College Melbourne Elsternwick Early Childhood Learning Centre

ELSTERNWICK · VIC · SE-00004060

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Exceeding NQS

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Quality areas7 areas

QA1Educational program and practice: Exceeding NQS
QA2Children’s health and safety: Exceeding NQS
QA3Physical environment: Exceeding NQS
QA4Staffing arrangements: Exceeding NQS
QA5Relationships with children: Exceeding NQS
QA6Collaborative partnerships with families and communities: Exceeding NQS
QA7Governance and leadership: Exceeding NQS

ACECQA · 1 July 2026Report issued: 4 May 2022

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Programme availability is based on reviewed service links and school website evidence. ACECQA register snapshot: 1 July 2026.

Enrolment history

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys: 1,750(55%)
Girls: 1,431(45%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home: 22%
English only: 72%
Not stated: 7%

Location

Wesley College - Elsternwick Campus

5 Gladstone Parade, Elsternwick VIC 3185

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Key Highlights

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Purpose-built Glen Waverley boarding
Learning in Residence is a purpose-built Years 7 to 12 boarding facility on campus with live-in staff mentors and 24/7 supervision.
Strong 2025 university pathways
In 2025, 100% of Year 12 students received a first-round university offer, with many taking places at Melbourne and UK universities.
Three outdoor education sites
Students from Year 3 to Year 10 access three Victorian outdoor education sites, supporting field learning across varied ecosystems.

VCE Performance

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Year	Median VCE Study Score	% of Study Scores 40+	% Satisfactory VCE Completions	# VCE Baccalaureate
2025	33	14.5%	99%	9
2024	32	8.9%	100%	9
2023	31	5.4%	99%	12
2022	32	10.9%	99%	9
2021	32	9.6%	100%	10

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