Melbourne:+613 9642 18870425345166    0430666518
Sydney:+612 9282 98360449576488
News  Your Location:Home News Australia Education Newsletter

Study Abroad Insights: A Deep Dive into Methodist Ladies College – Discover Australia's Top Private

2025.08.01

As one of Australia's premier private girls' boarding schools, Methodist Ladies College (MLC) stands out for its exceptional VCE and IB results, diverse curriculum offerings, extensive extracurricular activities, and comprehensive support systems. MLC has become a top choice for international students and their families. Today, we’ll take you inside the campus to uncover MLC’s four major advantages and explore its boarding environment.

Four Key Advantages of Methodist Ladies College (MLC):

1. Outstanding Academic Achievements
In the VCE 2024 results, one student achieved the perfect ATAR 99.95, while three others scored 99.90. Fourteen students achieved ATARs of 99+, and around 40% of the 86 students had an ATAR of 90 or above. In the 2024 IB results, two students received a perfect score of 45, and two others scored 44. Half of the IB students scored 40+, equivalent to an ATAR of around 95+. In 2024, MLC’s VCE and IB results ranked among the top girls’ schools in Victoria, showcasing both national and international academic excellence.

2. Diverse Curriculum & Admission Requirements
The curriculum structure includes Year 9 with a National Park Project-based Academic Course. Years 11-12 offer a dual diploma system combining VCE and IB, with over 60 elective courses available to cater to individual learning needs. The AEAS admission requirements are as follows: for Year 7–9, an AEAS score of 71+ is required, and for Year 10–12, an AEAS score of 80+ is needed.

3. Sports, Arts, and Campus Environment
MLC offers over 30 sports programs, including tennis, equestrian, and rowing, with opportunities for competitive team participation. The arts offerings are rich, with fashion design and runway studios, around 20 music ensembles, and various student clubs. The campus is located in a high-quality eastern suburbs district, just 8 km from the city center and close to Box Hill, a popular area for the Chinese community, and the Glenferrie Road commercial district, making it easy for boarding students to purchase necessities on weekends.

4. Student Care & Boarding Arrangements
MLC provides comprehensive student welfare, with a 12:1 ratio of counselors, offering one-on-one sessions every two weeks. An international student coordinator (Chinese-speaking) is available to ensure seamless communication without language barriers. The campus also has 24/7 nurse availability to maintain students' physical and mental health. Boarding arrangements include full-time or weekly boarding for Years 7-12, with Year 12 students enjoying single rooms, while younger students share rooms with 2-3 peers. The college has four boarding houses, each with a House Captain and 27 residential supervisors. Additionally, weekly study sessions are provided on Wednesday evenings to help students with their academic needs.

Why Choose Methodist Ladies College (MLC)?
MLC is consistently ranked among the top girls' schools in Victoria for both VCE and IB. With over 60 courses available, it offers a diverse selection to meet various university and career goals. MLC focuses on the holistic development of its students, offering a balanced focus on sports, arts, and extracurricular clubs. Furthermore, it provides excellent boarding and psychological support systems for students.

Why Choose NewPoint Study Abroad?
As the official partner of Methodist Ladies College and AEAS, NewPoint has Australia QEAC-certified educational consultants and 14 registered immigration agents, along with 2 Australian lawyers. NewPoint is an authoritative agency in Australia for both education and immigration, ensuring a smooth application and visa process for your child’s school admission.

Feel free to contact us for more information or one-on-one expert advice on studying at MLC or applying for a student visa!