Macleod College

Macleod College enjoys a reputation for academic success and excellent Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) results. Student achievement in physics, specialist maths, English, English as an Additional Language (EAL), biology and chemistry are of particular note. The college educates students from prep to Year 12, with extra-curricular programs in student wellbeing, student leadership and music providing many opportunities for collaborative learning and celebration. The school enjoys strong ties with LaTrobe University, which is located just 2 kms away.

School Values: Achieve, Respect, Connect

Special Programs

School partnership in Germany
Student leadership program, including international student captaincy
School incursions, excursions and camps across year levels
Individual learning plans
Positive education program
Funded as a specialist music school

Student support services and programs

Experienced and specialised international student pastoral care and study support
Chinese and Vietnamese multicultural education aides
Careers resource centre including full-time careers counsellor
Adolescent health nurse, wellbeing leader, educational psychologist, family counsellor and support staff
Students may have one teacher for multiple subjects to provide learning stability
Intensive orientation and buddy programs

Principal

Mario Panaccio

Number of students

554

Cost of uniform (approx.)

$600

International Student Coordinator

Joanna Wan

Number of International students

Cost of homestay per week

$385

VCE Subjects

Art Making and Creating
Music (Performance and Investigation)
Music (Style and Composition)
Accounting
Business Management
Economics
Industry and Enterprise
Foundation Maths
General Maths
Mathematical Methods
Specialst Maths
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Psychology
History
Legal Studies
English
English as an Additional Language
Applied Computing
Visual Communication Design
Languages (other than English)
Health and Human Development
Physical Education

VET Subjects

Applied Fashion Design and Technology
Automotive
Building and Construction
Business
Dance
Engineering
Health
Hospitality
Information, Media and Technology
Integrated Technology
Laboratory Skills
Music Industry
Small Industry
Small Business
Sport and Recreation

Extra-curricular activities

Large range of student leadership opportunities
STEM, chess, book, conversation and lego builders clubs
Engaging incursion and excursion program specifically tailored to international students

Sports offered

Australian football, badminton, baseball, basketball, cricket, cross country, football (soccer), futsal, netball, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track and field, volleyball

Intensive English Language Classes

Provided at English language school onsite

Languages taught

German
Chinese as a first language

Macleod College helped empower my critical thinking, creativity and knowledge, which ultimately boosted my academic performance. As an international student and as the international college captain, I gained many opportunities to participate in events, extending my understanding of Australia, and connecting with my peers. I am truly grateful to everyone at Macleod College for helping me step into a new chapter of my life.
- Simin He, International College Captain, Valedictorian and Dux, currently studying a Bachelor of Biomedicine, University of Melbourne

Train line directly to the Melbourne city centre from Macleod station, directly opposite Macleod College
Native parklands and animals within walking distance from the college (Gresswell Forest)
College located within the Macleod Village including shops, professional services and large sporting precinct