Methodist Ladies' College vs Presbyterian Ladies' College Melbourne

	M Methodist Ladies' College Melbourne, Australia	P Presbyterian Ladies' College Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year A$26,970 - 61,335	Fees / year A$27,960 - 43,420
Age range	Age range 0 - 18 years	Age range 0 - 18 years
Type	Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding), Co-educational	Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (DP), Australian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 2,200	Pupils 1,550
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1882	Opened 1875
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 141 Burwood Highway, Burwood, Victoria 3125, Australia
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
School type	School type Day and boarding school for girls	School type Independent day and boarding school for girls
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 —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Australia	Country affiliation Australia
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Non-denominational	Religious affiliation Presbyterian (Christian)
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 —
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 & enrolment fees - Application fee (Prep to Year 12 and international applications): AUD 150 (non‑refundable). - Acceptance / Enrolment fee payable on acceptance of an offer: AUD 1,500 (non‑refundable and non‑transferable). A holding deposit is charged one year prior to commencement for Prep, Year 5 and Year 7; the holding deposit is credited back to school fees in Term 2 of the year the student commences. Early Learning Centre (ELC) — tuition - ELC School Term Program (2026 rates): - 5 days: AUD 29,908 per annum. - 4 days: AUD 23,926 per annum. - 3 days: AUD 17,945 per annum. - 48‑week program rates: Per day (part‑time) AUD 191; Per week AUD 917. - ELC invoicing: fees are billed every two weeks, payable on receipt of the invoice; direct debit or credit card preferred; BPAY also accepted. Child Care Subsidy is available to eligible Australian residents who register with Centrelink. Tuition fees by Year level (per term and per annum, 2026 domestic student schedule) - Prep: Tuition per term AUD 6,243 / per annum AUD 24,972. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 747 / per annum AUD 2,988. Total per term AUD 6,990 / per annum AUD 27,960. - Year 1: Tuition per term AUD 6,243 / per annum AUD 24,972. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 747 / per annum AUD 2,988. Total per term AUD 6,990 / per annum AUD 27,960. - Year 2: Tuition per term AUD 6,243 / per annum AUD 24,972. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 747 / per annum AUD 2,988. Total per term AUD 6,990 / per annum AUD 27,960. - Year 3: Tuition per term AUD 6,812 / per annum AUD 27,248. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 747 / per annum AUD 2,988. Total per term AUD 7,559 / per annum AUD 30,236. - Year 4: Tuition per term AUD 7,593 / per annum AUD 30,372. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 747 / per annum AUD 2,988. Total per term AUD 8,340 / per annum AUD 33,360. - Year 5: Tuition per term AUD 8,274 / per annum AUD 33,096. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 747 / per annum AUD 2,988. Total per term AUD 9,021 / per annum AUD 36,084. - Year 6: Tuition per term AUD 8,274 / per annum AUD 33,096. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 747 / per annum AUD 2,988. Total per term AUD 9,021 / per annum AUD 36,084. - Year 7: Tuition per term AUD 9,065 / per annum AUD 36,260. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 1,039 / per annum AUD 4,156. Total per term AUD 10,104 / per annum AUD 40,416. - Year 8: Tuition per term AUD 9,065 / per annum AUD 36,260. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 1,039 / per annum AUD 4,156. Total per term AUD 10,104 / per annum AUD 40,416. - Year 9: Tuition per term AUD 9,065 / per annum AUD 36,260. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 1,039 / per annum AUD 4,156. Total per term AUD 10,104 / per annum AUD 40,416. - Year 10: Tuition per term AUD 10,000 / per annum AUD 40,000. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 855 / per annum AUD 3,420. Total per term AUD 10,855 / per annum AUD 43,420. - Year 11: Tuition per term AUD 10,000 / per annum AUD 40,000. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 855 / per annum AUD 3,420. Total per term AUD 10,855 / per annum AUD 43,420. - Year 12: Tuition per term AUD 10,000 / per annum AUD 40,000. Consolidated Levy per term AUD 855 / per annum AUD 3,420. Total per term AUD 10,855 / per annum AUD 43,420. - Boarding (where applicable): Boarding fees per term AUD 9,197 / per annum AUD 36,788. - Note: the Consolidated Levy varies by year level, reflects resources/programs (including Outdoor Education) and payroll tax contributions, and is non‑refundable. Tuition, Consolidated Levy and Boarding Fees are charged one term in advance (ELC invoicing follows its separate schedule). Billing schedule & payment terms - Standard billing: Tuition, Consolidated Levy and Boarding Fees are invoiced one term in advance; ELC is invoiced fortnightly (after service) and payment is due on receipt of each invoice. - 2026 example billing dates (approximate): - Term 1 fees issued Fri 10 Oct 2025; due Fri 31 Oct 2025. - Term 2 fees issued Fri 13 Feb 2026; due Fri 6 Mar 2026. - Term 3 fees issued Fri 1 May 2026; due Fri 22 May 2026. - Term 4 fees issued Fri 24 Jul 2026; due Fri 14 Aug 2026. Fees are due within 21 days of receiving the account. A late fee of AUD 125 applies to accounts unpaid after 21 days. If fees are not paid within 62 days of issue, the student cannot continue at the College under the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. Boarding fees & what is included - Boarding fees (per term AUD 9,197 / per annum AUD 36,788). Boarding fees cover accommodation and meals during term time, two home visits each year by the College (additional visits incur extra cost), and staying in the Boarding House during mid‑term breaks. GST is included on some items within the Boarding Fees. Other compulsory and common additional costs - Consolidated Levy (listed above) is compulsory and non‑refundable; it covers programs and resources including most Outdoor Education costs that the College pays upfront. - School bus charges (per term, 2026 zones): - Zone A: Part time AUD 483 / Full time AUD 852. - Zone B: Part time AUD 543 / Full time AUD 938. - Zone C: Part time AUD 616 / Full time AUD 987. - Casual trips: AUD 12.50 each. - Music program charges (per semester, sample items): - Instrumental lessons 30 minutes: AUD 940; 40 minutes: AUD 1,220; 50 minutes: AUD 1,525. - Shared lessons: AUD 550; Instrument hire: AUD 180; Music theory and speech lesson fees also apply. - Uniform and associated costs: the PLC Uniform and Stationery Shop supplies uniform items, bags and crested goods; example price ranges (indicative) include dresses AUD ~55–62, jumpers AUD ~63–68, blazers AUD ~160–180, polo/house shirts AUD ~25–38, track tops AUD ~55–60, and other items sold or available second‑hand. Families should budget separately for full uniform purchase, seasonal replacements and footwear. - Other possible additional costs: optional co‑curricular activities, excursions beyond those covered by the Consolidated Levy, some external examinations, special camps or extra home‑visit costs for boarding beyond the two included visits, and any individual tuition or charges (e.g., extra music lessons, instrument hire). These charges appear as separate line items on student accounts. Refunds & non‑refundable items - The Consolidated Levy is not refundable. The Acceptance / Enrolment fee (AUD 1,500) is non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Holding deposits for specified intake years are credited back to school fees in Term 2 of the student's commencement year. Specific refund entitlements and conditions are governed by the College's Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. Fee concessions & sibling discount - A 10% sibling discount is applied to the basic annual tuition fee for younger sisters while an older sister attends PLC, subject to conditions (the discount does not apply if any student in the family is already receiving another fee discount or scholarship, and it does not apply to children attending the ELC). Accepted payment methods and surcharges - Preferred payment method: BPAY (PLC biller code 58800; unique BPAY reference provided on fee notices). WYSE is used for accessing fee statements and payments. Direct debit and credit card payments are accepted; MasterCard, Visa and American Express are accepted. Cash is not accepted for fee payments. Credit or debit card payments incur a surcharge that equals PLC's transaction cost. When paying through WYSE, credit card details are handled securely by National Australia Bank. Important final notes on timing and changes - The College reserves the right to amend fees and terms; parents are given one term's notice of any changes to Terms and Conditions or fees. Council sets ELC and future year fees at specified times (for example, ELC 2027 fees are set in October 2026). Families are invoiced according to the published billing schedule for each year.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
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 The school provides a connected learning journey from Early Learning Centre to Year 12 on a single-site campus. Across every age and stage, the curriculum balances academic excellence with creativity, character and care. Focused learning is delivered through explicit teaching, with individual learning pathways and structured progression that guide increasing independence and leadership. Cross-age connections are fostered through a House system, student-led clubs and cross-year mentoring, complemented by integrated wellbeing programs such as Empowered Changemakers, Wellness in Motion and Faith in Life. The school prepares girls for life after school through a holistic approach, with graduate outcomes defined as Scholar, Thinker, Citizen, Advocate and Leader.
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 —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression The school offers both the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) pathways and publishes results for these programs. Graduate outcomes are defined as Scholar, Thinker, Citizen, Advocate and Leader. The College maintains relationships with tertiary institutions, notably Melbourne and Monash Universities, and provides Higher Education Studies (University Extension) for academically gifted students.
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 Programs for academically gifted students are offered throughout PLC, with opportunities to explore interests and talents beyond the curriculum through extension studies and co-curricular activities. Extension programs include competitions and activities such as da Vinci Decathlon, Tournament of Minds, and Future Problem Solving.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
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Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
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 Step 1: Apply. For ELC applications, complete the ELC online application. For Prep to Year 12 applications, complete a Prep to Year 12 online application and pay AU$150 non-refundable application fee. Applicants will be advised of the documents required during the application process; these typically include copies of the applicant's birth certificate, passport and most recent school report, and NAPLAN report if applicable. The boarding enrolment process follows the same steps as the standard enrolment process; boarding applications are accepted for students entering Year 7 to Year 12 and applicants can indicate boarding in the online application, with the rest of the process remaining the same. Step 2: Application confirmation. You will receive a confirmation email upon successful completion of the online application. At this stage, your daughter will be placed on a waiting list. Step 3: Offer. A formal letter of offer will be sent via email if a place is available for the specified intake year. PLC commences offering places according to the timings below: Prep – three years prior to the planned commencement year; Year 5 and Year 7 – two to three years prior to the planned commencement year; Years 9 to 11 – 18 months prior to the planned commencement year. Offers are made at non-intake years as places become available. If you submit an application for a non-intake year, your daughter will automatically be added to the waiting list and the Admissions Team will contact you directly should a place become available. Step 4: Acceptance and confirmation of enrolment. Complete the Acceptance of Place Offer by the due date outlined in the letter of offer and pay a non-refundable enrolment fee of AU$1,500. Step 5: Holding deposit. A holding deposit is charged one year prior to commencement to confirm enrolment for Prep, Year 5 and Year 7. The holding deposit is credited back to school fees in Term 2 of the year a student commences. Step 6: Pre-commencement meeting. In the year prior to enrolment, students entering the Junior School will be invited with their families to a meeting with a member of the Junior School Leadership Team. Students in Years 7 to 11 will be invited to an online meeting. The aim of these meetings is to understand your daughter's interests, talents and needs to support her successful transition to PLC.
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 Types of scholarships: academic scholarships, general excellence scholarships, music scholarships, boarding scholarships, and means-tested scholarships; Old Collegian/Helen Hailes Memorial Scholarship is also offered. Eligibility: current PLC Year 6 students are eligible to apply for entry into Year 7; students currently attending PLC Senior School are not eligible to apply for Years 8–11; candidates must be Australian citizens or hold a Permanent Resident visa; late applications are not accepted. Value: PLC scholarships may cover up to 50% of the basic annual tuition fees; boarding scholarships cover up to 50% of the boarding fees to the end of Year 12; means-tested scholarships are awarded based on financial need. Scholarship process: Academic and General Excellence scholarships rely on ACER exams and consideration of the most recent school report and, in some cases, an interview; Music scholarships may include an audition; Boarding scholarships involve ACER exam and, in some cases, an interview; Helen Hailes Memorial Scholarship is for daughters or granddaughters of Old Collegians and is not offered every year. Entry for 2028: Scholarship Exam Date is TBA (Term 4, 2026). For more information, contact PLC Admissions at +61 3 9808 5811 or admissions@plc.vic.edu.au.
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 Applicants who complete the online enrolment application are placed on the waiting list. PLC commences offering places when places become available. For intakes, Prep is offered three years before commencement; Year 5 and Year 7 are offered two to three years before commencement; Years 9 to 11 are offered about 18 months prior. If applying for a non-intake year, the daughter will be automatically added to the waiting list and the Admissions Team will contact you directly should a place become available.
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