Yarra Valley Grammar

Yarra Valley Grammar is a co-educational private school located in Ringwood, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. The school offers education from Prep to Year 12 and has approximately 1,800 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median ATAR score is 35, with 23.80% of students achieving scores above 40. It ranks 16th among Victorian private schools in AU Guide's academic rankings.

As a private school, tuition 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. Taking into account multiple factors including the proportion of Chinese residents and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 94.20 points.

The school is located in Ringwood, which has a relatively well-established Chinese community. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 19,144, including 2,853 Chinese residents, representing 14.90% of the population. This represents a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include English (29.36%), Australian (25.88%), Chinese (14.90%), Irish (9.30%), and Scottish (8.59%).

Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in Ringwood is approximately $1.1 million, while the median apartment price is around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $520 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $630 and $500 per week respectively. It should be noted that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area's crime rate is 15,357 per ten