Presbyterian Ladies' College

Presbyterian Ladies' College is a private girls' school located in Burwood, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 1,500 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school demonstrates excellent academic performance with a median study score of 35 and 24.10% of students achieving scores above 40, ranking 15th among Victoria's private schools. Taking into account factors such as Chinese community representation and community safety, AU Guide has awarded the school a comprehensive rating of 95.90 points.

The school is situated in the Burwood community, one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential areas. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 15,147 people, with 3,792 Chinese residents representing 25.00% of the population. The community has a diverse ethnic composition, primarily including China (25.04%), United Kingdom (20.91%), Australia (18.51%), Ireland (7.36%), and India (6.75%).

From a safety perspective, Burwood performs exceptionally well. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area's crime rate is 5,414 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.79 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding property prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $1.6 million, while the median apartment price is around $800,000. In the rental market, weekly rents for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses are approximately $640 and $550 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $680 and $600 per week respectively. As a private school, tuition fees are high, and due to its popularity, applications typically require waiting lists of several years, so parents are advised to contact the school early for information.