Northside Christian College

Northside Christian College is a private co-educational school located in Bundoora in Melbourne's northern suburbs, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 600 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 30, with 10.10% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese community proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school a comprehensive rating of 72.30.

As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance. Families interested in enrollment are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. The school is located in Bundoora, which according to 2021 ABS census data has a total population of 28,068 people, including 3,864 Chinese residents representing 13.80% of the population - a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include British (18.93%), Australian (18.66%), Chinese (13.77%), Italian (12.44%), and Irish (6.57%).

From a safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Bundoora's crime rate is 8,426 per 100,000 people, which is 1.24 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly higher than the state average. Parents are advised to research the specific circumstances. Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000, with apartments at around $500,000. Weekly rental rates are approximately $600 for 3-bedroom houses and $500 for 2-bedroom houses, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $620 and $510 respectively.