Billanook College Top 100
Compare Independent ELP-12 Coeducational School
| School Type | Combined |
|---|---|
| Year Range | U, Prep-12 |
| Address | 197-199 CARDIGAN ROAD Mooroolbark VIC 3138 |
| Phone | 03 9724 1179 |
| Website | http://www.billanook.vic.edu.au |
| Gender | Co-Education |
| Region | Metropolitan |
|---|---|
| Students | 740 |
| Boys | 398 |
| Girls | 342 |
| ICSEA Value | 1092 |
| Aus. Average | 1000 |
| Finances per student | $24,447 |
|---|---|
| Aus. Average per student | $17,550 |
| Australian Government | 26% |
| State/Territory Government | 4% |
| Fees, parent contributions etc | 66% |
| Others | 4% |
| 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | |
| NAPLAN (Primary) | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||||
| NAPLAN (Secondary) | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||||
| VCE | N/A | N/A | N/A |
740; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 10.5/11092;10%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 6% | 20% | 33% | 42% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
758; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 10.5/11097;8%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 5% | 18% | 35% | 43% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
775; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 10.2/194%1092;9%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 5% | 20% | 34% | 40% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
791; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 9.8/192%1103;12%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 2% | 25% | 32% | 41% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
815; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 9.4/183%1107;2%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 6% | 19% | 43% | 32% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
842; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 9.6/186%1112;8%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 9% | 21% | 25% | 45% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
874; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 9.6/194%1068;| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 6% | 23% | 45% | 27% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
About Billanook College
Educating Children to Discover, Care, Challenge and Grow
Billanook College is an independent, coeducational school of the Uniting Church situated in Mooroolbark, an outer eastern suburb of Melbourne.
As a school, our aim is to develop a dynamic and caring learning community that fosters the growth of the whole being of each girl and boy — in mind, body and spirit. Our mission goes beyond academic excellence. It is our express intention to develop dynamic, caring, optimistic, well-rounded individuals who are grounded in the Uniting Church ethos of faith, hope and love.
Billanook College is an open entry school which aims to provide a diverse range of curriculum pathways to lifelong learning and discovery. Billanook encourages every student to strive for excellence and develop leadership skills for the future.
Our wish for our departing graduates is that they will be individuals who challenge the world in which they live and endeavour to positively transform their communities.
Senior School Bursary
For entry into Years 10 and 11. Awarded for a commitment to studies and a positive involvement in co-curricular activities and community service.
Costs
Half or full remission of tuition fees for the duration of enrolment.
Gender
Coeducational
Maximum Tenure
3 years
Contact Details
Mrs Jo Reed, Registrar 03 9724 1179
Year 7 Academic Excellence Scholarship
For entry into Year 7. Awarded for academic excellence. Based on examination results.
Costs
Partial or full remission of tuition fees for the duration of the enrolment.
Gender
Coeducational
Maximum Tenure
6 years
Contact Details
Mrs Jo Reed, Registrar 03 9724 1179
Key Facts
Costs
Year 10 are $19,110
Year 12 are $20,205
International Fee
Year 10 are $24,585
Year 12 are $26,315
Uniform
The uniform is compulsory and enforced
Overview of the Curriculum
Math classes are of mixed ability.English classes are of mixed ability.
Languages: German, Indonesian
Overview of senior secondary subjects
39 VCE level 3/4 studies, VET programs available;LOTE taught to Unit 4 level: German, Indonesian
Selected senior secondary results
12% study scores of 40+;
median study score of 32;
satisfactory completions of VCE 99%, of VET 92%
Activities and Support
12 music options; 61 sporting activities; 51 other clubs or activities; 35 support staff.
Destinations
80% to university
16% to TAFE
6% to work
Schools closest to Billanook College
| School name | Address | Type | Sector | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mooroolbark East Primary School | TAYLOR ROADMooroolbark 3138 | Primary | Government | 0.44 km |
| Lilydale Adventist Academy | EDINBURGH ROADLilydale 3140 | Secondary | Independent | 1.19 km |
| Pembroke Primary School | PEMBROKE ROADMooroolbark 3138 | Primary | Government | 1.38 km |
| Bimbadeen Heights Primary School | HAYRICK LANEMooroolbark 3138 | Primary | Government | 2.2 km |
| St Richard's School | 672-684 MT DANDENONG RDKilsyth 3137 | Primary | Catholic | 2.64 km |