Methodist Ladies College, Melbourne

MLC is a leading independent girls' day and boarding school in Melbourne, Australia, with a co-educational Early Learning Centre (MLC Kindle). Our unmatched breadth of integrated learning and wellbeing experiences inspires students to explore their interests, develop their talents, and achieve their best. We take a holistic approach to learning and wellbeing, ensuring every student is supported from their first to last day of school. Each student has a dedicated focal point within a broad network of teachers and specialised staff. MLC is internationally recognised for academic excellence and curriculum choice, offering both the IB (International Baccalaureate) and VCE, including VCE VET subjects with strong work-ready programs. Our evidence-based teaching and learning framework fosters positive student-teacher relationships, promotes wellbeing, and builds the social and emotional skills needed for success. Beyond academics, our co-curricular program is one of the most extensive in Australia. Students engage in 30+ sports, 20 music ensembles, College productions, 30+ student-led clubs, and community service opportunities. In an all-girl environment, they make choices free from stereotypes, encouraged to challenge themselves and explore their passions. Our incredible educators are passionate, experienced, and continuously learning alongside students. With industry expertise and strong professional links, our staff includes respected artists, musicians, researchers, AFLW players, and the highest number of VCAA examiners of any school in Victoria. Supported and encouraged to explore everything that interests, challenges, and motivates them, our students become independent, resilient, and ambitious learners with a positive mindset equipped to thrive as globally-minded citizens throughout their schooling and in an ever-changing, globalised world.