Kilbreda College

Kilbreda College is a private girls' school located in Mentone, in Melbourne's southeast, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 900 current students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 32, with 13.20% of students achieving scores above 40, ranking within the top 100 Victorian private schools for academic performance in the AU Guide rankings.

The school is situated in Mentone, an area with good safety levels. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the local crime rate is 5486 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.81 times the Victorian average. The area has a total population of 13,197, including 658 Chinese residents, representing 5.00% of the population, a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include British (35.93%), Australian (28.01%), Irish (13.50%), Scottish (10.87%), and Italian (5.96%).

Regarding the housing market, property prices in Mentone are relatively stable. According to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median price for detached houses is approximately $1.3 million, while apartments have a median price of around $700,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $680 and $580 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $690 and $550 per week respectively.

As a private school, Kilbreda College has high tuition fees, and popular schools typically require applications several years in advance. Considering factors such as the Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives an overall rating of 80.90 points and recommends that interested parents contact the school early to understand the specific application process.