St Bernard's College

St Bernard's College is a private boys' school located in Essendon West, an inner-city suburb of Melbourne. The school serves students from Years 7 to 12 and currently has approximately 1,600 enrolled students. As a private institution, the school 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 specific application process.

In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 31, with 8.40% of students achieving scores above 40. The school ranks within the top 100 in AU Guide's Victorian private school academic rankings. Taking into account academic standards, Chinese population ratio, community safety, and other factors, AU Guide has given the school a comprehensive rating of 74.50 points.

The school is situated in the Essendon area, which has a good community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 21,240 people, including 930 Chinese residents, representing 4.40% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include English (26.60%), Australian (23.68%), Italian (16.31%), Irish (13.63%), and Scottish (8.24%). Regarding safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Essendon has a crime rate of 5,551 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.82 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area.

In terms of the local real estate market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $1.5 million, while the median apartment price is around $600,000.