St Leonard's College vs St Margaret's Berwick Grammar
St Leonard's College and St Margaret's Berwick Grammar are both in Melbourne. Both schools offer IB and Australian programmes. Published annual fees are A$300 - 59,415 at St Leonard's College and A$8,708 - 36,696 at St Margaret's Berwick Grammar, which puts St Leonard's College roughly 32% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. St Leonard's College is the larger school, with around 1,576 pupils to St Margaret's Berwick Grammar's 801. Typical class sizes are 22 at St Leonard's College and 18 at St Margaret's Berwick Grammar.
Bunurong Country, 163 South Road, Brighton East, VIC 3187, Australia. The campus is in the Bayside area of Melbourne. The South Road entrance is used for College activity and bus routes. St Leonard's College is Bayside's school of choice with the address serving as the primary campus location.
Location
Berwick Campus (27-47 Gloucester Avenue, Berwick, VIC 3806, Australia) is home to the Early Learning Centre, Junior School and Senior Girls. Officer Campus (80 Tivendale Road, Officer, VIC 3809, Australia) is the Senior Boys campus.
Stages
Stages
Early Learning Centre (ages 3–5); Prep to Year 4 (IB PYP); The Cove (Years 5 and 6); Years 7 to 9 (Middle School); Years 10 to 12 (Senior School).
Stages
ELC and Junior School are co-educational. Senior School is single-sex with Senior Girls on the Berwick Campus and Senior Boys on the Officer Campus; Year 7–12 form the Senior School levels.
School type
School type
Independent, coeducational
School type
Independent private day school. ELC and Junior School are co-educational; Senior School is single-sex with Senior Girls and Senior Boys on separate campuses.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The Learning Enhancement Faculty provides dedicated, evidence-based support across the College. In Junior School, early identification and targeted literacy, numeracy and self-regulation support are provided; Years 5–6 use in-class and small-group programs with tailored adjustments; in Middle School, support develops self-advocacy, executive functioning and flexible thinking with classroom assistance and assistive technologies; in Senior School, teachers guide pathways including examination adjustments and special provisions.
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available as needed.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Australia
Country affiliation
Australia
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Presbyterian heritage (historical).
Religious affiliation
Non-denominational
School day structure
School day structure
Attendance times: ELC 8:30–12:00 or 3:00; Prep to Year 4 8:30–3:20; Years 5–12 8:30–3:35. Years 5–12 operate on a ten-day cycle; Years 7–12 timetable: 8:30–9:50 Period 1; 9:50–10:15 recess; 10:15–11:35 Period 2; 11:35–12:55 Period 3; 12:55–1:40 lunch; 1:40–2:15 Period X; 2:15–3:35 Period 4; dismissal 3:35.
School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
The College Bus Service provides six chartered routes arriving near the South Road entrance at 8:15am and departing at 3:50pm each school day; stops connect to suburbs including Beaumaris, Bentleigh, Brighton, Caulfield, Cheltenham, Dingley Village, Elsternwick, Elwood, Hampton, Highett, Malvern East, McKinnon, Moorabbin, Mordialloc, Parkdale and Sandringham.
Bus service details
Chartered bus services are provided by Alston Coaches, including SMBG1 Transfer between Berwick and Officer campuses and additional routes SMBG2 Warragul, SMBG3 Emerald, SMBG4 Cranbourne, SMBG5 Clyde. A free campus bus allows drop-off and pick-up at a single campus.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application fees
- Domestic (Australian citizens, permanent residents, temporary residents applying via the domestic process): non-refundable application fee AUD 200, payable when the online Application for Enrolment is submitted. - International (full fee‑paying overseas students applying on a student visa): non‑refundable application fee AUD 300, payable at time of application. An Enrolment Confirmation Fee of AUD 2,400 is payable on acceptance of an offer (non‑refundable, non‑transferable).
Tuition fees (annual and per‑term by year level, domestic students — 2026)
- ELC3 sessional (five mornings) — Annual: AUD 15,581. Per term (standard 4-term division): AUD 3,895.25. - ELC3 part time (four days) — Annual: AUD 24,320. Per term: AUD 6,080. - ELC3 & ELC4 full time — Annual: AUD 27,789. Per term: AUD 6,947.25. - Prep — Annual: AUD 25,183. Per term: AUD 6,295.75. - Year 1 — Annual: AUD 28,620. Per term: AUD 7,155. - Year 2 — Annual: AUD 28,620. Per term: AUD 7,155. - Year 3 — Annual: AUD 32,086. Per term: AUD 8,021.50. - Year 4 — Annual: AUD 32,086. Per term: AUD 8,021.50. - Year 5 — Annual: AUD 34,726. Per term: AUD 8,681.50. - Year 6 — Annual: AUD 34,726. Per term: AUD 8,681.50. - Year 7 — Annual: AUD 39,438. Per term: AUD 9,859.50. - Year 8 — Annual: AUD 39,438. Per term: AUD 9,859.50. - Year 9 — Annual: AUD 41,113. Per term: AUD 10,278.25. - Year 10 — Annual: AUD 41,152. Per term: AUD 10,288.00. - Year 11 — Annual: AUD 43,482. Per term: AUD 10,870.50. - Year 12 — Annual: AUD 42,903. Standard per‑term equivalent (dividing annual by 4): AUD 10,725.75; however, Year 12 fees are invoiced differently: Year 12 tuition is charged in three equal instalments (one‑third of the annual fee) in Terms 1, 2 and 3 — each Year 12 instalment therefore equals AUD 14,301.00.
(Amounts above are the published Annual Tuition Fees for 2026; the per‑term figures shown are arithmetic conversions for clarity. For most year levels accounts are issued on a term basis as described below.)
International (full fee‑paying) annual tuition fees — 2026 (summary)
- Prep: AUD 36,891; Year 1: AUD 36,988; Year 2: AUD 36,988; Year 3: AUD 41,465; Year 4: AUD 41,465; Year 5: AUD 44,462; Year 6: AUD 44,462; Year 7: AUD 51,445; Year 8: AUD 56,477; Year 9: AUD 56,477; Year 10: AUD 56,866; Year 11: AUD 56,866; Year 12: AUD 59,415. International fee schedules and additional international charges (health cover, tuition deposit at acceptance, etc.) apply.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing: fee accounts are rendered on a term basis and are issued one term plus 30 days in advance. Consolidated accounts show one‑quarter of annual consolidated fees on each term account (i.e., four equal term instalments). For Year 12, billing is in three equal instalments (one‑third of the annual fee) charged in Terms 1, 2 and 3. International full fee‑paying student accounts are issued twice per year and specific upfront deposits are required at acceptance as specified in the international offer. Notice of withdrawal must be provided one full school term in advance; failure to provide one term's written notice will result in one term's fees being payable.
Enrolment bond / acceptance deposits
- An Enrolment Bond is required for all accepted offers from 2026 onward to confirm enrolment; the bond amount is specified in the Acceptance of Offer documentation and is held and deducted from fees after a minimum period of attendance (the Enrolment Bond is forfeited if the student does not commence or complete the minimum required enrolment period). For the Early Learning Centre, a tuition deposit for Prep may also be required in certain circumstances and is deducted from the first account once the student commences. The non‑refundable admission (confirmation) fee required on acceptance is specified in the Acceptance of Offer.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. St Leonard's College is a co‑educational day school with an Early Learning Centre; there are no boarding fees for students.
Other costs and common additional charges
- Camps and major experiential trips: Year 6 Canberra trip estimate AUD 2,000–AUD 3,000; Year 9 CUE Big Experience estimate AUD 5,500–AUD 11,500 depending on destination and program. These costs are additional to tuition where applicable. - International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) annual registration/exam fee (2026): AUD 1,055 for Year 11/12 IBDP students. - Stationery, apps and class incidentals typically range by year level from approximately AUD 100–AUD 400 per year. - Musical instrument hire for curriculum lessons: AUD 245 per year (includes AUD 25 insurance). Private music lesson instrument hire: AUD 220 per semester. Private lesson fees per semester/term are listed separately in the Fees Schedule (e.g., private 30‑minute lessons approx. AUD 1,085 per semester). Speech & drama and music tuition fees are charged per lesson/semester as listed in the Fees Schedule. - Club Sport, Aesthetic Sports and other co‑curricular activities have separate semester or annual charges (examples include cheer, dance, gymnastics, basketball club fees, sailing, Taekwondo, swim program). Uniforms or costumes required for these programs are compulsory and charged separately. Payment is required prior to participation each semester/season. - Voluntary Building Fund contribution (tax‑deductible): an optional levy of AUD 460 per student per annum may be added to each quarterly account if families choose to contribute. - Bus fees, optional camps, optional music camps, competition travel and equipment, and certain elective program fees are additional and appear as separate line items. Instrument repair liability: parents are responsible for the first AUD 500 of repair costs on hired instruments; unrecoverable loss may be charged.
Refunds and cancellation terms
- Application fees and Enrolment Confirmation/Admission fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. An Enrolment Bond (where required) will be deducted from the first account after the student has completed the minimum enrolment period; the bond is forfeited if the student does not commence or does not complete the minimum enrolment period. Written notice of withdrawal must be provided one full term in advance; where such notice is not provided one term's fees will be charged. These conditions are part of the College's Terms of Business. - International students: specific refund rules apply for overseas students. Where enrolment is withdrawn in writing more than one term before commencement, Annual Tuition and Health Insurance Fees minus a cancellation fee of AUD 1,000 are refundable (Application Fee and Enrolment Confirmation Fee remain non‑refundable). If withdrawal is less than one term prior to commencement, the Application Fee, Enrolment Confirmation Fee and 25% of the Annual Tuition Fee are non‑refundable; health insurance fees may be refundable. If a visa application is rejected by the Department of Home Affairs and evidence is provided, Annual Tuition and Health Insurance Fees are refundable (Application and Enrolment Confirmation Fee are not). Refunds to international families are processed in Australian dollars to the party that made the original payment and, where approved, are processed within the timeframe set out in the international refund procedure.
Fee payment options and methods
- Accepted payment methods include: BPay; Credit Card (Visa and MasterCard — overseas credit cards for international students may be restricted per policy); Debit Card transactions; and electronic funds transfer (bank transfer). Cash payments are not accepted. Credit card details are taken for application payment (Visa/MasterCard only). For international students, a tuition deposit (50% of the annual tuition for the first study period) and other charges are payable on acceptance, and thereafter fees are payable term in advance or as specified in the international offer.
Sibling discounts and concessions
- Sibling discounts on consolidated fees apply where two or more children from the same family attend concurrently: 5% discount for the second sibling, 15% for the third sibling, and 50% for the fourth and subsequent sibling. The greatest discount applies to the fees for the lowest year level; sibling discounts do not apply to additional charges (non‑tuition items) and do not apply to international student fees.
Key administrative notes on fee timing and obligations
- Fees are subject to annual review and change; parents receive notice in advance of any change. Invoices are normally issued termly (one quarter of consolidated annual fees) and are payable within the College's stated payment terms; Year 12 fees are invoiced in three instalments. Failure to pay accounts or to provide required notice of withdrawal will result in fees being charged in accordance with the College's Terms of Business and may lead to collection action for overdue amounts.
Fee details
Application and Acceptance Fees
- A non-refundable and non-transferable New Student Application Fee of AUD 130 (incl GST) per child is payable when lodging an enrolment application. - An Enrolment Acceptance Fee of AUD 2,200 per child is payable within 14 days of an offer of a place to confirm enrolment; Enrolment Acceptance Fees are neither refundable nor transferable. - For families transitioning a 4‑Year‑Old ELC child to Prep, a non-refundable deposit of AUD 2,000 is payable in Term 1 and is applied against the child's Prep fees the following year.
Tuition Fees (annual and per term, by year level)
Note: the annual Total School Fee shown below is the school's stated Total School Fees (Tuition Fees plus Consolidated Charges). Per‑term figures are calculated by dividing the Total School Fee by four (four school terms).
- Pre-Prep (2 days): Tuition/A nnual total AUD 8,708 — Per term AUD 2,177. - Pre-Prep (3 days): Tuition/A nnual total AUD 13,059 — Per term AUD 3,265. - Pre-Prep (4 days): Tuition/A nnual total AUD 17,416 — Per term AUD 4,354. - Pre-Prep (5 days): Tuition/A nnual total AUD 21,767 — Per term AUD 5,442. - Prep: Tuition Fees AUD 19,372; Consolidated Charges AUD 3,799; Total School Fees AUD 23,171 — Per term AUD 5,793. - Year 1: Tuition Fees AUD 19,372; Consolidated Charges AUD 3,799; Total School Fees AUD 23,171 — Per term AUD 5,793. - Year 2: Tuition Fees AUD 21,971; Consolidated Charges AUD 3,960; Total School Fees AUD 25,931 — Per term AUD 6,483. - Year 3: Tuition Fees AUD 21,971; Consolidated Charges AUD 4,592; Total School Fees AUD 26,563 — Per term AUD 6,641. - Year 4: Tuition Fees AUD 21,971; Consolidated Charges AUD 4,592; Total School Fees AUD 26,563 — Per term AUD 6,641. - Year 5: Tuition Fees AUD 23,964; Consolidated Charges AUD 5,862; Total School Fees AUD 29,826 — Per term AUD 7,457. - Year 6: Tuition Fees AUD 23,964; Consolidated Charges AUD 5,862; Total School Fees AUD 29,826 — Per term AUD 7,457. - Year 7: Tuition Fees AUD 28,053; Consolidated Charges AUD 6,307; Total School Fees AUD 34,360 — Per term AUD 8,590. - Year 8: Tuition Fees AUD 28,053; Consolidated Charges AUD 6,307; Total School Fees AUD 34,360 — Per term AUD 8,590. - Year 9: Tuition Fees AUD 28,053; Consolidated Charges AUD 8,461; Total School Fees AUD 36,514 — Per term AUD 9,129. - Year 10: Tuition Fees AUD 29,505; Consolidated Charges AUD 7,191; Total School Fees AUD 36,696 — Per term AUD 9,174. - Year 11: Tuition Fees AUD 29,505; Consolidated Charges AUD 6,580; Total School Fees AUD 36,085 — Per term AUD 9,021. - Year 12: Tuition Fees AUD 29,505; Consolidated Charges AUD 6,580; Total School Fees AUD 36,085 — Per term AUD 9,021.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Full‑year accounts are issued in December; account statements are available monthly via the School's Nexus system. All fees and charges are to be paid in advance. - Payment frequency options: annual (single payment), quarterly, or monthly instalments. Specific available options include: - Annual — by 31 January (single payment). - Quarterly — due 10 January, 10 April, 10 July, 10 October. - Monthly — 10 instalments on the 10th of each month commencing in January (10th of the month). - Any outstanding balance is to be settled by the School's stated final due date for the year (examples of instalment due dates and final settlement dates are provided on school accounts). Late payment administration charges of AUD 100 per instalment may be applied where an instalment is not paid by the due date.
Fee payment options and finance
- Primary payment is by Direct Debit from a bank account or by credit card via the School's Direct Debit arrangement. - The School works with an education payment provider (Edstart) that allows families to package school fees and education‑related costs and pay over extended periods. Edstart can include fees for uniforms, textbooks and extra‑curricular activities.
Consolidated charges, levies and other compulsory/additional fees
- Consolidated Charges: amounts are included in the Total School Fees and vary by year level (shown alongside Tuition Fees above). Consolidated Charges cover costs outside direct tuition (details vary by year level). - Building Levy: AUD 1,050 charged annually per family (families with children only in Pre‑Prep are exempt). - Payroll Tax Levy: a levy is charged to cover payroll tax where applicable; an example levy of AUD 1,600 per student (maximum AUD 3,200 per family) is applied in the School's stated schedule. Families with children only in Pre‑Prep are exempt from these levies. - Optional and other charges: charter bus services, music tuition, specialist coaching (e.g., tennis), booklists (purchased via Campion), uniforms (purchased via Noone Imagewear or the School's second‑hand uniform shop), and before/after school care provided by an external provider. Charges for optional activities and services are billed in January or as applicable.
Boarding
- Boarding is not provided as a school residence option. Homestay arrangements are used for international students requiring accommodation.
Refunds, withdrawal and fee obligations
- Application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Enrolment Acceptance Fees are neither refundable nor transferable. The ELC to Prep deposit is non-refundable and is applied to Prep fees the following year. - Written notice of one full term must be provided to the Principal when withdrawing a student before the end of an academic year. If required notice is not provided, one full term's school fees will be charged. Students who receive Scholarships must remain enrolled until the agreed completion date; if a student leaves early the family may be obliged to repay any tuition fee discounts granted under the Scholarship Agreement. Overdue accounts may result in withdrawal requests or restriction from participating in optional activities until accounts are brought up to date. - Where accounts are handed to debt collection, parents/guardians are liable for all costs including legal and collection fees.
Late payments and penalties
- A late payment administration charge of AUD 100 per instalment may be applied for instalments not paid by the due date. Students with overdue instalments may be prevented from attending voluntary camps or tours and families may be asked to withdraw children where fees remain outstanding. Legal recovery costs may be charged where matters are referred for collection.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Prep to Year 4 follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) for ages 3 to 12, focusing on inquiry, independence, and international-mindedness. The Junior School uses specialist teachers across English, Science, Mathematics, Humanities, Languages, Wellbeing, DigiSTEM, Drama, Art and Music. The Cove (Years 5 and 6) is a bespoke upper-primary program with dedicated teachers across English, Science, Mathematics, Humanities, Languages (Chinese, French or Spanish), Wellbeing, Self and Society, DigiSTEM, Physical Education, Drama, Art and Music. Middle School (Years 7 to 9) offers elective options and a Year 9 experiential learning SEA program, with curriculum informed by Harvard GSE and Monash and participation in the OECD 2030 project. In Years 10 to 12, students choose between VCE and IBDP, with Year 10 Course Guide 2026, Year 11 Course Guide 2026, and VCE Course Guide 2026 available.
Curriculum details
The Junior School uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). Specialist programs include learning two languages (French and Mandarin) alongside music, information literacy, art and more. The Senior School (Years 7–12) provides a broad curriculum with core subjects such as English, Health/Physical Education, Humanities, Languages (Chinese or French), Mathematics and Performing Arts, plus Science and a wide range of electives. Years 10–12 follow the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with Units 1–4, and some VCE units may be offered off-campus via cross-campus arrangements. The Odyssey Year 9 Leadership and Character Development program runs into Year 10, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award program provides leadership experiences. A Careers/outcomes and university focus supports progression to tertiary study, with cross-campus pathways expanding subject choices.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
Small class sizes.
Exam results
Exam results
Class of 2025 achieved a median ATAR of 95.5 for IBDP, 81.0 for VCE, and 87.45 combined. In 2025, 46% of students achieved 90+ in the combined results, 31.25% achieved 90+ in VCE, and 68.13% achieved 80+ in combined results; 54.69% of VCE students achieved 80+.
Exam results
Class of 2025 VCE Results: Duces of 2025 are Bridie Craig and Kiara Gunasekara (ATAR 99.25) and Oliver Pinnock (ATAR 96.2). Three students achieved an ATAR of 99+; 17% achieved 95+; 39% achieved 90+. 100% of students passed the VCE and 95% received offers from their top 3 course preferences.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Monash University, University of Melbourne, RMIT University, Deakin University and Swinburne University of Technology were the most popular destinations for Class of 2025 VCE/IBDP graduates, with offers also made interstate to ANU, Bond University, University of Sydney and University of Queensland, and international offers from Harvard University and the University of the Arts London.
Higher education progression
2025 graduates had 95% of students receiving offers from their top 3 course preferences. Fields of study include Science (17%), Law (14%), Management/Business/Commerce (13%), Health (11%), Education (10%), Society/Culture (10%), Information Technology (7%), Architecture/Construction (4%), Engineering (4%), Psychology (4%). Tertiary destinations include Australian Catholic University, ANU, Bond University, Collarts, Deakin University, Monash University, Melbourne University, RMIT, Swinburne University, University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales, University of Queensland, and Victoria University, among others.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
St Leonard's College offers High Potential Learning for Prep to Year 12 with opportunities to extend and enrich learning. The program includes enrichment activities such as OzClo, BrainSTEM Innovation Challenge, Computational and Algorithmic Thinking, da Vinci Decathlon, Ethics Olympiad, Future Problem Solving, Informatics, Mooting and Tournament of the Minds.
Gifted and talented
ASPIRE provides support and INSPIRE provides extension for students in the Learning Diversity program; the Junior School Learning Diversity department serves Prep to Year 6 with ASPIRE (support) and INSPIRE (extension).
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Families apply online via the Application for Enrolment and pay a $200 non-refundable application fee. Admission depends on the availability of places, a satisfactory interview and assessment, the College's capacity to provide an appropriate program for the child, and acceptance of the College Terms of Business. Upon receipt, the child's name is added to the waiting lists for the nominated year levels. Families should read and understand the College Terms of Business and the Admissions Policy prior to submitting.
Admissions
Online Enrolment Application begins the admissions process. The school is open entry and enrolls students throughout the year at all year levels, with main intakes at the start of the academic year in Early Learning (3-year-olds), Prep, Year 5, Year 7 and Year 10; there is no cut‑off. Expressions of interest are encouraged early, and current intakes include 2026, 2027 and 2028. Applicants must provide birth certificate, immunisation history statement for applications to ELC–Year 6, latest school reports, and visa documents if applicable; AEAS test results are required for English language entrants to Year 5 and above. An entrance interview with a senior staff member occurs when a place becomes available. Offers are typically sent about one week after the interview (two to three weeks after assessments for scholarship candidates), and acceptance requires signing the Offer, paying the Enrolment Confirmation fee and submitting required forms. Joining information is provided in the term before entry and joining details appear on the parent portal; tours and personal visits can be booked.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Aspire Scholarships comprise Leonardian Scholarships, Global Citizen Scholarships, and Indigenous Scholarships. Leonardian Scholarships may be awarded to prospective students entering Years 7 to 11; applicants must meet financial eligibility criteria via a means test and must be Australian citizens or permanent residents. Applications close on 1 August each year and should be sent in writing to the Head of Engagement with a written statement, references, two most recent school reports, testing results, and proof of citizenship or permanent residency; shortlisted applicants may be invited to interview. Global Citizen Scholarships are for prospective students entering Years 7 to 11 who immigrated to Australia on a refugee visa in the past 24 months; applicants must demonstrate sound academic ability and a commitment to completing secondary studies and contributing to the College community; financial eligibility criteria apply and permanent residency is required. Applications close on 1 August and should be sent to the Head of Engagement with a written statement and two school reports, plus evidence of permanent residency; shortlisted applicants may be invited to interview. Indigenous Scholarships are for Indigenous students entering Years 7 to 11; eligibility includes meeting financial criteria and demonstrating commitment to the College community; applications close on 1 August and should be sent to the Head of Engagement with supporting documentation; shortlisted applicants may be invited to interview. All Aspire Scholarships are tenable to the completion of Year 12 and cover tuition costs and charges for the standard program, including technology access and excursions; the number of awards varies and awards are made at the Principal's discretion; a full list of fee inclusions is available in the handbook.
Scholarships
St Margaret's Berwick Grammar offers merit and means-tested scholarships. General Excellence Scholarships are available for Years 8–11; expressions of interest for 2027 are open. These scholarships support new students who would not otherwise attend SMBG and who demonstrate strong alignment with the 4 As (Academics, Athleticism, Artistry, Adventure). The remission amount varies according to need and availability; applications involve Apply and Interview. Academic scholarships (open in 2027 for 2029) and other categories (Music, Dance, Art and Design, Sport) have specific eligibility, audition/portfolio requirements and may be closed in some years; 2026 opportunities closed on 12 October 2026. Timelines for scholarship processing span from early March (open) to late June (offers). Register your interest for 2027 Scholarships; 2026 process includes milestones from March to June with offers in late June.
Waitlist
Waitlist
Names are added to the waiting lists for the nominated year levels upon receipt of the online Application for Enrolment. Waitlist priority is given to children who are permanent staff members, to siblings of enrolled students, and to children of Old Collegians. Admission remains subject to place availability and to a satisfactory interview and assessment.
Waitlist
Waiting List: After receipt of a completed enrolment application, the child's application is added to the waitlist for the nominated year level based on the date of submission. Priority is given by date of application, then by sibling of a current student, then by children and grandchildren of old girls and boys. All joining students have an entrance interview with a senior staff member. If an offer is made, there is a 14‑day acceptance window. Offers are typically sent about a week after the interview; scholarship candidates may receive offers two to three weeks after assessments.
