Gilson College

Gilson College is a co-educational private school located in Taylors Hill in Melbourne's western suburbs, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 1,100 students enrolled. According to VCAA 2025 data, the school's median score is 27, with 1.90% of students achieving scores above 40. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.

The school is situated in the Taylors Hill area, which boasts an excellent community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 15,419 people, including 897 Chinese residents, representing 5.80% of the population. The main ethnic groups include Australian (16.90%), British (11.91%), Maltese (9.92%), Italian (8.83%), and Indian (7.94%), creating a diverse community character.

The area demonstrates outstanding safety performance. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Taylors Hill's crime rate is only 1,972 per 100,000 people, which is 0.29 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding real estate, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the local median house price is approximately $900,000, with apartments at around $600,000. Weekly rental prices are approximately $460 for 3-bedroom houses and $420 for 2-bedroom houses, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $440 and $410 respectively.

Taking into consideration factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives this school an overall rating of 45.80 points.