St Columba's College

St Columba's College

Essendon VIC, Melbourne Western Suburbs

Established in 1897 by the Sisters of Charity, St Columba’s College stands as a testament to our dedication in educating young women in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. Over 125 years later, our legacy continues to inspire and challenge students to become architects of their futures. Our College’s values have evolved to foster a dynamic learning environment that supports innovation and empowers young women to become advocates for justice.

At St Columba’s, we recognise the importance of bridging classroom learning with real-world experiences, through programs that seamlessly integrate theory with practical skills, ensuring students grasp the relevance of their studies. Guided by dedicated educators who blend expertise with innovative pedagogies, our students are encouraged to excel academically and grow personally within a supportive environment that prioritises their wellbeing.

We celebrate the uniqueness of each student, partnering with families to tailor learning experiences to their individual needs. Through contemporary teaching methods and ongoing assessment and feedback, we empower every student to discover and embrace their talents, providing personalised support where necessary.

This takes place within an extensive curriculum and rich co-curricular offerings which allow each student to pursue their interests, abilities and talents, surrounded by our modern facilities, such as our new STEAM building, the Foxford Innovation Centre, which is due to open in 2025. The Foxford Innovation Centre reflects a significant investment in the future of educational opportunities for St Columba's College students and is an essential part of the College’s vision of providing a modern collaborative environment.

Embracing a 21st-century approach to education, St Columba’s cultivates a community-centric culture that encourages students to critically engage with the world around them. Our motto, 'fidelis et fortis' (faith & strength), encapsulates our mission to develop confident, just, resilient, and compassionate individuals who are equipped to make a positive impact beyond the school gates.

St Columba’s College is committed to nurturing future leaders who embody the College’s values of hope, compassion, love, truth and justice. As we continue to evolve and innovate, our dedication to providing a transformative educational experience remains unwavering.

Key Facts

School uniform

The uniform is compulsory

Number of students

Total enrolment: 1004
In high school: 1004
In Year 12: 152

Gender in depth

Female: 100%

Male: 0%

Other Requirements


Boarding school

Offers IB

Accepts international students

Offers VCE VM

Offers VET

Our Curriculum

Subjects Overview

Math classes: streamed and mixed
English classes: mixed
LOTE taught:
French, Italian, Japanese

Senior secondary subjects overview

60 VCE level 3/4 studies
225 VCE students

Senior secondary programs overview

24 VET program(s) available
101 VET students
VCAL Available

How our students performed in Year 12

Academic Results

Scores of 40+: 8%

Median Score: 31

Satisfactory completions of VCE: 100%

Satisfactory completions of VET: 90%

Activities & Support Staff

Activities

Activities (58)

Music

Music (21)

Sports

Sports (11)

Support Staff

Support Staff (42)

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School Details

Sector

Catholic

Level

Secondary

Gender

Female

Religion

Catholic

Principal: Ms Rita Grima

Addresses:

2 Leslie Rd Essendon Victoria 3040

Tel: (03) 9337 5311

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