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Preston Girls Secondary College
Preston Girls Secondary College Information
- Address: PO Box 2086, Preston, Victoria 3072
- Distance from Melbourne: 8 km
- Principal: Mrs Cheryl Judd
- International Student Coordinator: Karen Eastlake
- Number of students: 360
- Number of international students: 2
- Gender: Girls only
- VCE Results
- VCE completion (2008): 98%
- University offers (2007): 72%
- TAFE/VET offers (2007): 28%
At Preston Girls Secondary College students are encouraged to succeed at the highest possible level in their studies. The College emphasises the development of leadership qualities and academic success. Being a small school our staff give individual attention to international students to ensure that they settle into their studies in Australia.
The teachers are highly qualified and keen to assist all students. The College reflects its motto of ‘Excellence, Trust and Compassion’. The universities of Melbourne, Latrobe and RMIT are easily accessed by public transport from Preston.
Languages taught
- Chinese (Mandarin)
- Italian
- Arabic
Intensive English Language provided
- At nearby English Language Centre
Special programs
- Comprehensive English as a second language program
- Orientation programs for new students
- Leadership and enrichment programs
- Public- speaking and debating
- Instrumental music
- Comprehensive student support program provided by year-level, student welfare, and careers coordinators
Popular sports
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Netball
- Athletics
Special facilities
- Computerised library
- Multipurpose gymnasium and all weather outdoor courts
- Modern computer access for all students
- Music complex including a recording studio and rehearsal rooms
- School bus
- Heating/ cooling
