St Catherine's School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. St Catherine's School is an independent combined school in Toorak, VIC, for Prep–12, boarding available. It had 685 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.

St Catherine's School

Toorak, VIC 3142

Independent

All Girls

Primary & Secondary

Years: Prep–12; Primary & Secondary
Students: 685; ACARA 2025
Annual fees: $29,920–$44,180; Domestic
Next open day: None listed; Ask about a tour

Environment fosters confidence, creativity and resilience among girls, empowering them for future challenges.

Providing an inclusive environment that nurtures young minds, ensuring they develop integrity and empathy through diverse academic and co-curricular programs. The strategic focus prioritises creativity and independence, reinforcing the commitment to holistic education tailored to individual needs.

School Overview

Key information about St Catherine's School

School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary	Sector	Independent
Year levels	Prep–12	Enrolments	685
Early learning	Yes · campus unconfirmed	Teacher–student ratio	1:8.2
Gender	All Girls	Principal	Not available
Boarding	Yes	Founded	Not available

School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary
Year levels	Prep–12
Early learning	Yes · campus unconfirmed
Gender	All Girls
Boarding	Yes

School overview facts (continued)
Sector	Independent
Enrolments	685
Teacher–student ratio	1:8.2
Principal	Not available
Founded	Not available

Early learning & quality

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St Catherine's School · campus unconfirmed

Offered by this school; campus not confirmed. 3 & 4 years.

St Catherines Early Learning Centre

TOORAK · VIC · SE-00003577

Overall NQS rating

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: 8 December 2025

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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: 0
Girls: 685

Language background other than English

Another language at home: 27%
English only: 73%
Not stated: 0%

Location

St Catherine's School

17 Heyington Pl, Toorak VIC 3142

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Key Highlights

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2025 VCE results with top ATARs
The Class of 2025 produced a 99.85 Dux, 44% of students above ATAR 90, and 11 study scores over 45.
On-campus boarding for 50 girls
Illawarra boarding house is on campus and houses 50 regional and international boarders with round-the-clock pastoral care.
Purpose-built theatre for performances
The Jaime and Rebecca Gray Theatre, opened in 2022, gives the Performing Arts program a dedicated professional venue.

VCE Performance

VCE study scores, completions and baccalaureate outcomes for St Catherine's School

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Year	Median VCE Study Score	% of Study Scores 40+	% Satisfactory VCE Completions	# VCE Baccalaureate
2025	34	22%	99%	20
2024	36	30.8%	100%	28
2023	36	28.9%	100%	22
2022	37	32.9%	100%	19
2021	37	32.2%	100%	14

School Fees

Fees shown are indicative annual amounts. Please contact the school for the most current information.

Indicative annual school fees by year level
Year Level	Domestic Students	International Students
Primary School
Prep	$29,920	$40,800
Year 1	$29,920	$40,800
Year 2	$29,920	$40,800
Year 3	$35,760	$47,670
Year 4	$35,760	$47,670
Year 5	$37,440	$49,700
Year 6	$37,440	$49,700
Secondary School
Year 7	$41,800	$56,320
Year 8	$41,800	$56,320
Year 9	$43,040	$57,800
Year 10	$44,180	$59,170
Year 11	$44,180	$59,170
Year 12	$44,180	$59,170

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