Notre Dame College

Notre Dame College is a private co-educational school located in Shepparton, Victoria, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,600 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 28, with 4.60% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives it an overall rating of 51.20.

As a private school, Notre Dame College has relatively high tuition fees. 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 application process. The school is located in the Shepparton area, which according to 2021 ABS census data has a total population of 32,067, including 548 Chinese residents representing 1.70% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups in the area include English (32.06%), Australian (30.05%), Irish (9.95%), Scottish (8.26%), and Italian (6.87%).

Regarding safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Shepparton's crime rate is 15,340 per 100,000 people, which is 2.25 times the Victorian average (6,810). Families are advised to visit and assess the area in person before making a decision. In terms of housing costs, according to Data Vic's Q1 2025 data, the median price for both houses and apartments in the area is approximately $500,000. Weekly rent for a 3-bedroom house is around $470, while a 2-bedroom house rents for about $390. Apartment rentals are $480 and $380 respectively.