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2022 VCE results review: Top performing schools in regional Victoria

2022 VCE results review: Top performing schools in regional Victoria

The 2022 VCE results review highlights the top-performing schools in regional Victoria, with Catholic College Bendigo achieving the highest median study score. Other schools that performed well include St. Patrick's College, Ballarat and Geelong Grammar School.

2022 VCE results review: Top performing schools in Victoria revealed

2022 VCE results review: Top performing schools in Victoria revealed

Ever wondered what is the best school in Victoria? There are many measures. Academic performance is one of them. Take a look at Victoria's best schools in 2022 by VCE scores.

How much are private school fees? The not-so-hidden application costs in Victoria

How much are private school fees? The not-so-hidden application costs in Victoria

The cost of enrolling your child to a private school in Victoria may not be as straightforward as you think. Nowadays, some schools charge an application fee in order to progress your child's enrolment. Find out what it is and why you're paying for it.

What happens when you don't get the ATAR you want?

What happens when you don't get the ATAR you want?

A higher or lower than expected ATAR can throw your plans out of whack. Careers expert Helen Green offers tips and suggestions.

Careers guidance empowers students

Careers guidance empowers students

There is no doubt that the pandemic has reinforced the importance of being adaptable and willing to pivot or learn new skills.

What do parents want from an independent school?

What do parents want from an independent school?

There are many needs and wants parents have when choosing a school for their child. This differs significantly when comparing independent schools, catholic schools and government schools.

Career coaching for your child: What to expect

Career coaching for your child: What to expect

What can a career practitioner help your child with? What are the things you can expect from this type of coaching?

The Learning Village at Genesis Christian College

The Learning Village at Genesis Christian College

Boarding schools in Victoria

Boarding schools in Victoria

There are currently 186 boarding schools in Australia listed on The Good Schools Guide. 28 of these are in Victoria.

Alternative schooling: Steiner & Montessori

Alternative schooling: Steiner & Montessori

Preshil: Connecting to Country at Bush School

Preshil: Connecting to Country at Bush School

At Preshil, Bush School in The Pines is the first step in a larger program of providing opportunities to connect children to the natural environment.

How to help your kids build good study habits

How to help your kids build good study habits

An early introduction to time management and planning is a great way of giving your child the tools to be a planner in the future.

Mentone Girls’: Empowering girls

Mentone Girls’: Empowering girls

Career coaching and education for your Year 11 child

Career coaching and education for your Year 11 child

Career coaching in Year 11 teaches the student discipline and helps them to understand how looking into careers is another regular activity that they should ideally plot into their schedule.

Recognising our high achievers

Recognising our high achievers

As is the school’s custom, Barker was delighted to welcome back our high achieving students from the Class of 2021, recognising their outstanding results and contributions at a special school assembly.