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.
Academic Success
We have excellent (VCE) Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) results with students receiving support and pathways to 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 Offered
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 encouraged to study at least one VCE or Vocational Education and Training (VET) subject
Year 10 English as an Additional Language 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
Current international student's rights and responsibilities
As an international student, you have many rights, but you also have responsibilities. For information about your visa rights before; during and after you start your course in Australia, see: Subclass 500 Student visa. Our school also has a range of behavioural and study responsibilities. For more information: see: Student Code of Conduct
All students are expected to have read and comply with the information in these documents and asked our school staff if they have any questions.
