Fintona Girls' School

Fintona Girls' School is a private girls' school located in Balwyn, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 500 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a VCE median score of 35, with 26.80% of students scoring 40 or above, ranking 12th in AU Guide's Victorian private school academic rankings.

The school is situated in Balwyn, one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 13,495, with 4,640 Chinese residents representing 34.40% of the population. The main ethnic composition includes Chinese (34.38%), British (21.12%), Australian (16.84%), Irish (8.46%), and Scottish (6.64%).

Balwyn enjoys excellent community safety, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a local crime rate of 4,661 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.68 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding the property market, Data Vic's Q1 2025 data indicates the area's median house price is approximately $3.1 million, with apartments at around $700,000. For rentals, both 3-bedroom houses and apartments average about $820 per week.

Considering academic performance, Chinese population ratio, and community safety, AU Guide has given the school a comprehensive score of 94.30. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.