Mater Christi College

Mater Christi College is a private girls' school located in Belgrave, on the outskirts of Melbourne, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 700 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a VCE median score of 30, with 6.90% of students scoring 40 or above. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so interested families are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.

The school is situated in Belgrave, which has an excellent community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 3,894, including 74 Chinese residents, representing 1.90% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include English 45.48%, Australian 37.57%, Irish 14.54%, Scottish 13.43%, and German 6.27%. The area demonstrates outstanding safety performance, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing Belgrave's crime rate at 4,622 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.68 times the Victorian average of 6,810, making it a very safe area.

Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $600 and $500 per week respectively. Taking into comprehensive consideration factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives an overall rating of 65.60 points.