St Catherine's School

St Catherine's School is a private girls' school located in Toorak, an inner Melbourne suburb, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 700 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school demonstrates excellent academic performance with a median score of 34 and 22.00% of students achieving scores above 40, ranking in the top 50 Victorian private schools for academic performance in the AU Guide rankings.

The school is situated in the prestigious Toorak area. Based on the 2021 ABS Census data, the area has a total population of 12,817, including 1,419 Chinese residents representing 11.10% of the population, creating a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include British (31.97%), Australian (22.17%), Irish (11.09%), Chinese (11.07%), and Scottish (10.61%).

Regarding safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Toorak has a crime rate of 5,820 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.85 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a safe area. Property prices in the area are relatively high. Based on Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $3.4 million and the median apartment price is around $800,000. For rentals, a 3-bedroom house costs approximately $960 per week, while a 2-bedroom apartment rents for around $670 per week.

As a private school, St Catherine's School has high tuition fees, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives this school a comprehensive rating of 90.60 points.