Whitefriars College

Whitefriars College is a private boys' school located in Donvale in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,000 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school demonstrates solid academic performance with a median study score of 31 and 6.50% of students achieving scores above 40.

The school is situated in the well-regarded Donvale community. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 12,644, including 2,647 Chinese residents representing 20.90% of the population, making it one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. The community has a diverse ethnic composition, primarily consisting of residents with English (24.56%), Australian (21.81%), Chinese (20.94%), Italian (8.94%), and Irish (7.15%) backgrounds.

The area maintains excellent safety standards. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Donvale's crime rate is 1,598 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.23 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. In terms of real estate, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the local median house price is approximately $1.5 million AUD, with apartments at around $700,000 AUD. In the rental market, weekly rents for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses are approximately $650 and $520 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $700 and $580 per week respectively.

As a private school, Whitefriars College has high tuition fees, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. Considering factors such as the Chinese population proportion and community safety