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Wesley College Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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Extra-Curricular Activities

Clubs, activities, and opportunities to explore interests and passions

Academic and Intellectual

The school offers international exchanges with partner schools in Germany, Spain, China, Japan and France, staying with approved host families. This immersive experience develops students' language skills, resilience and understanding of local culture. Science tours expose students to leading practice, from cloud chamber workshops at CERN in Switzerland to examining molecular structures with biophysicists at the University of Oxford, deepening scientific understanding across disciplines. Wesley also provides incursions that include Q&A sessions with politicians, thought leaders and sports stars, expanding knowledge across multiple disciplines.

Arts and Creative

Cocurricular music offers every student opportunities to practise, improve and perform. The College hosts 21 chamber ensembles, 23 bands, 10 orchestras and 16 choirs across the campus. Students have performance opportunities throughout the year, including events such as Wesley's Winter Concert at the Melbourne Recital Centre. The music program embraces students of all ages and abilities, encouraging participation and exploration of different musical styles.

Cultural and Language

International hosting partnerships place Wesley students with partner schools in Germany, Spain, China, Japan or France, staying with host families and developing language skills while deepening cultural understanding. Music and drama tours offer extended performance experience and exposure to the arts on the world stage. Sports tours provide opportunities to train and compete internationally, broadening cross-cultural perspectives through sport.

Social and Hobbies

Recreational sport is supported by Wesley College's joint operation of the Albert Park Hockey and Tennis Centre, which features facilities including 12 tennis courts and a hockey pitch. The centre offers programs designed to engage families, communities and individuals, promoting a fit and healthy lifestyle. Wesley's campus life also includes after-school activities and clubs that connect students beyond the classroom, contributing to social connections and well-being.

Community and Service

Our community fundraising supports diversity and access by providing opportunities for more students to experience Wesley's education and to sustain an exceptional teaching and learning environment. The College jointly operates facilities such as the Albert Park Hockey and Tennis Centre to engage communities and promote sport and wellness. Alumni networks connect graduates across more than 53 countries, enabling career collaboration and professional networking opportunities.

Leadership and Professional

The school maintains an alumni network of over 22,000 graduates living in more than 53 countries, offering networking and career collaboration opportunities. Wesley presents incursions and talks featuring politicians, thought leaders and sports stars to broaden student leadership and professional understanding. The XSOAR high-performance tennis program integrates mindset, nutrition and life-skills development, preparing students for diverse career pathways in sport and beyond.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Wesley's high-performance tennis program balances daily training and school commitments, emphasising well-being and life skills alongside sport. The XSOAR program develops physical, tactical and mental skills while supporting students' broader education. The school's recreational facilities and sports programs promote a healthy lifestyle and physical well-being across student life.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees A$27,702 - 49,834
Ages 0 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 3400
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1866
Bus Service No

Wesley College Melbourne is a long-established, coeducational private day and boarding school with three Melbourne campuses: Elsternwick, Glen Waverley and St Kilda Road. It serves ages from three to 18, with boarding at Glen Waverley for Years 7–12. The college offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: PYP in the Junior School through Year 6, MYP in Years 7–10 and the Diploma Programme in Years 11–12. Facilities span the three campuses: Elsternwick houses an Early Childhood Centre plus spaces for design, science, food technology, the arts and physical education; Glen Waverley features The Drennen Centre, the Goldstraw Visual Arts Centre and specialist language classrooms; St Kilda Road provides a central CBD setting with a dedicated Early Childhood Learning Centre. A wide sport program operates at Glen Waverley, with 20 sports across three seasons. Distinctive features include the XSOAR tennis program and music and performing arts ensembles, complemented by international exchanges and alumni networks.

School Events

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Boarding Expo Wagga Wagga 2026
Boarding Expo Wagga Wagga 2026
Wesley College will be attending the Boarding Expo in Wagga Wagga. Meet our staff and ask questions ...
Friday, 29 May 2026 at 11:30 GMT+10 The Range Function Centre, Wagga Wagga
Boarding Expo Wagga Wagga 2026
Boarding Expo Wagga Wagga 2026
Wesley College will be attending the Boarding Expo in Wagga Wagga. Meet our staff and ask questions ...
Saturday, 30 May 2026 at 11:30 GMT+10 The Range Function Centre, Wagga Wagga

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