Plenty Valley Christian College

Plenty Valley Christian College is a private co-educational school located in Doreen, in Melbourne's northern suburbs. The school offers education from Prep to Year 12 and has approximately 900 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 29, with 6.20% of students achieving scores of 40 or above.

The school is situated in the well-regarded Doreen community. Based on the 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 27,122, including 465 Chinese residents, representing 1.70% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The community's main ethnic groups are Australian (35.67%), British (33.04%), Irish (10.06%), Italian (9.56%), and Scottish (8.36%).

The area has excellent safety conditions. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Doreen's crime rate is 2,703 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.40 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding property prices, according to Q1 2025 Data Vic figures, the local median house price is approximately $800,000 and the median apartment price is around $600,000. In the rental market, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $600 and $550 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for about $660 and $580 per week respectively.

As a private school, tuition fees are high, and applications during popular periods typically require queuing several years in advance. Taking into account academic performance, Chinese population ratio, community safety, and other factors, AU Guide gives this school an overall rating of 60.50. Families considering this school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.