Curriculum\

International


The motto ‘Excellence, Trust and Compassion’ expresses Preston Girls’ Secondary College core values. Established in 1928, the school has a long and proud history of nurturing young women’s leadership qualities and academic excellence. The college creates and maintains a positive, caring environment where students enjoy enhanced teaching and learning experiences. Programs with Melbourne and RMIT Universities are offered. Preston Girls’ Secondary College aims to develop young women of honesty and integrity who demonstrate sensitivity to others.
international
international2

Features of the local area

  • Public transport access by train, tram lines and frequent bus routes
  • Positioned opposite a public library in an area with lots of parks and gardens
  • Close to Preston Market and Northland Shopping Centre, where medical, banking and other facilities are located
  • 9 kilometres from Melbourne CBD

Special programs

  • Experienced international Chinese and Vietnamese program assistants
  • Access Melbourne – University of Melbourne special entry and access scholarship scheme
  • Schools Network Access Program, working with RMIT University

Student support services and programs

  • International students’ induction peer support program
  • Pathways coordinator helps students develop individual learning plans and future direction

Extracurricular activities

  • International student camp and tour program
  • Education enrichment programs
  • Peer support training and mentoring with local business women
  • Instrumental music instruction and performance opportunities
  • Public speaking and debating
  • Extensive student leadership program

Intensive English Language
classes

Provided at English Language Centres located within 10 kilometres of school

Languages taught

  • Chinese
  • Italian
  • Arabic

Sports offered

Athletics, Australian Rules Football, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Hockey, Netball, Soccer, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball

international3_03

Success story

‘I had a dream of studying in another country for a long time. When my parents finally agreed for me to come to Australia, I was so happy and excited! Everything was big and beautiful here but the thing I liked most was the fresh air. At first I missed my family a lot but as I settled into my homestay and my school life, things got better and I’m really enjoying my studying here.’
– Anna Phan – Thoai Anh Phan;
Year 11 student

Awards

  • Debaters association of Victoria, junior debating champions, 2011
  • Distinction in Dorothea Mackeller poetry competition, 2011
  • State finalist in Javelin

Reasons to choose our school

  • One of the oldest girls schools north of Melbourne with a long education tradition
  • Small, safe and caring environment with a strong sense of community and cooperation
  • Wide range of learning programs and co-curricular activities offering personalised learning

Please read further on the DEECD’s International Student Program for Victorian Schools.