Studying in Victoria

Victorian government schools are a destination of choice for international students. Our schools provide international students with a high-quality education, excellent English language tuition, caring welfare support services, secure homestay, and pathways to higher education. To learn more about studying and living in Victoria as an international student, see: www.study.vic.gov.au

About our school

Bentleigh Secondary College is a year 7-12, medium-sized college located in Melbourne about 14 km from the city. The college is close to bus stops, shopping centres, swimming pools and other facilities. Dedicated and highly motivated staff provide strong support and leadership for all students. Students benefit from ongoing career guidance and constant feedback and strategies to improve their academic performance.

How to apply

Most international students must apply to the Department of Education in order to study in a Victorian government school. To learn about the application types and to apply, see: How to apply

Contact our school

For more information about international students, please contact the below staff member.

International Student Coordinator (ISC): Xiaolu LIU

Telephone: (03) 9579 1044 

Email: xiaolu.liu@education.vic.gov.au

Principal: Ms. Helene Hiotis

Assistant Principal: Ms. Schy Prewett (ISP)

School Email: bentleigh.sc@education.vic.gov.au

Bentleigh Secondary College is accredited under the Department of Education’s CRICOS registration (CRICOS provider name and code: Department of Education, 00861K). For more information, see: www.study.vic.gov.au.

NB: Temporary International Students must enrol for at least one school term.

Student's education obligations and entitlements

As an international student, you have numerous entitlements, but you also have obligations that you must address. This includes information about your rights before; during and after you start your course in Australia. This information is important for all International Students to know.

Please click the link below to view the document.

Obligations and entitlements fact sheet
Student Code of Conduct

Academic Success
We have excellent (VCE) Victorian Certificate of Education results, and many of our students successfully enrol at university or other tertiary institutions for further study.
Bentleigh Secondary College is a leader in technological innovation and science teaching. It provides clear pathways to tertiary study and future careers.

Languages Taught
Japanese
French

Special Programs
Enhanced learning program for highly academic students

Excellent instrumental and performing arts programs

Excellence in Sport initiatives

Student Leadership, Mentoring and Peer Support programs

All year 10 students are required to study at least one VCE/VET subject

Year 10 EAL class

Extensive & challenging camps/outdoor education program

Please find a range of our Special International Facilities listed below

Special Facilities
Spacious recreation and sporting grounds

State of the art Learning Centre, including four modern science laboratories

Three multimedia areas, library, and integrated learning spaces

VCE Study Centre