St Columba's College
Is St Columba's College right for my child?
It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. St Columba's College is a Catholic secondary school in Essendon, VIC, for Years 7–12. It had 1,047 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.
Essendon, VIC 3040
- Years
- 7–12
- Secondary
- Students
- 1,047
- ACARA 2025
- Annual fees
- Not published
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Engaging educational framework promoting critical thinking, connection to the world, and student wellbeing.
Rooted in Catholic values, the College offers a comprehensive educational approach focusing on positive education, academic excellence, and co-curricular engagement, cultivating critical thinking and curiosity while fostering strong community ties and student leadership.
School Overview
Key information about St Columba's College
| School type | Secondary | Sector | Catholic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year levels | 7–12 | Enrolments | 1,047 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed | Teacher–student ratio | 1:13.4 |
| Gender | All Girls | Principal | Not available |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not available |
| School type | Secondary |
|---|---|
| Year levels | 7–12 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed |
| Gender | All Girls |
| Boarding | No |
| Sector | Catholic |
|---|---|
| Enrolments | 1,047 |
| Teacher–student ratio | 1:13.4 |
| Principal | Not available |
| Founded | Not available |
Enrolment history
Student composition · 2025
Boys and girls
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 1,047
Language background other than English
- Another language at home
- 21%
- English only
- 79%
- Not stated
- 0%
Location
St Columba's College
2 Leslie Rd, Essendon VIC 3040
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VCE Performance
VCE study scores, completions and baccalaureate outcomes for St Columba's College
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Year | Median VCE Study Score | % of Study Scores 40+ | % Satisfactory VCE Completions | # VCE Baccalaureate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32 | 8.4% | 99% | 11 |
| 2024 | 31 | 7% | 99% | 12 |
| 2023 | 31 | 7.5% | 100% | 7 |
| 2022 | 32 | 10.4% | 100% | 6 |
| 2021 | 32 | 12.7% | 100% | 10 |
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