Killester College

Killester College is a private girls' school located in Springvale, southeast Melbourne, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,000 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school demonstrates moderate academic performance with a median VCE score of 29 and 2.60% of students achieving scores above 40. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require applications several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.

The school is situated in Springvale, one of Melbourne's major Chinese communities. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 22,174, including 4,882 Chinese residents, representing 22.00% of the population. The region has a diverse ethnic composition, primarily consisting of Vietnamese (23.06%), Chinese (22.02%), British (7.84%), Australian-born (6.55%), and Indian (5.69%) residents.

From a community safety perspective, based on September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Springvale has a crime rate of 11,581 per 100,000 people, which is 1.70 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly above the state average. Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000, while the median apartment price is around $600,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses have weekly rents of approximately $550 and $480 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $570 and $460 per week respectively.

Taking into account multiple factors including academic performance, Chinese population ratio, and community safety, AU Guide assigns this school a comprehensive rating of 59.40 points.