Bialik College

Bialik College is a co-educational private school located in Hawthorn, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering complete education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 900 students currently enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school demonstrates excellent academic performance with a median score of 36, and 24.80% of students achieving scores above 40. It ranks 9th in the AU Guide Victorian private school academic rankings.

As a private school, Bialik College has high tuition fees, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance. Families interested in enrollment are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process. The school is located in Hawthorn, which according to 2021 ABS census data has a total population of 22,322, including 2,050 Chinese residents representing 9.20% of the population—a relatively low proportion of Chinese residents. The area's main ethnic composition consists of British (34.26%), Australian (26.71%), Irish (14.35%), Scottish (12.51%), and Chinese (9.18%) heritage.

In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Hawthorn's crime rate is 6,953 per 100,000 people, approximately 1.02 times the Victorian average (6,810), indicating safety levels close to the state average. Regarding property prices, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data shows the area's median house price is approximately $2.4 million, with apartments at approximately $600,000. For rentals, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $820 and $650 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $820 and $600 per week respectively. Taking into consideration the Chinese population proportion, community safety