When it comes to education, we all want what’s best for our kids. Decisions about where your child goes to school are very personal and can be daunting. In Choosing a School for Your Child we aim to make this process as simple as possible. These days, choosing the right school is more than simply choosing between co-educational or single-sex, government or independent. Other factors to consider include educational options, the school’s philosophies, religious affiliation, the co-curricular programs and much more. Some schools are noted for their sporting and musical programs, while others have a strong vocational emphasis. Some make involvement in community service compulsory, while others offer an extensive range of languages and international exchange programs. Our regular features detail everything that a parent needs to know about the NSW education system and the HSC, RoSA and the IB. In order to keep you informed and up-to-date, we have compiled a series of articles that address important issues. Our comprehensive listings highlight information about government and independent schools in Victoria, divided by location for easy reference.

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From the Editor

Which school is right for your child? • Choosing the “right” school is a daunting and difficult task for most parents. Here, we show you how and where to start, providing all the knowledge you need to make an informed and appropriate decision that will benefit your child and your family

From primary to secondary • The tricky transition and how to survive it: a guide for you and your child

Moving forward in the face of adversity • In 2020, teachers, students and parents still found a way to make education happen and for school life to continue, writes Dr Mark Merry, principal of Yarra Valley Grammar

A century of educating young women • Starting from humble beginnings and with just eight students, a century later, Camberwell Girls Grammar School still educates students for the times and prepares young women for the future

Thrive at TKIS • It was another very successful year at The Kilmore International School for students undertaking the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in 2019

The joys of scientific research • Budding young scientists have their chance to access endless possibilities with ELTHAM College’s Analytical Science Hub

The show must go on • This year has certainly made the saying “the show must go on” more relevant than ever, and has also led to some creative thinking to find solutions in the performing arts

The strength of community • Being a strongly connected community has always been one of Ruyton Girls’ School’s key points and, as it has faced the challenges of COVID-19 in 2020, this connection has been tested time and time again. Although “together apart” for long periods of time this year, Ruyton now knows, more than ever, that the school community is stronger together

A virtual classroom • Engaging, collaborative and inclusive learning of specialised STEM subjects available to Year 9 and 10 students

The best of both worlds • A city boarding school with a country heart

An inquiry-based approach • Preshil offers a globally recognised alternative through the International Baccalaureate programs

Rethinking methods of teaching and ways of learning • Choosing A School From Your Child hears from Dr Mark Merry, principal of Yarra Valley Grammar

Create your tomorrow • Choosing A School For Your Child speaks with Debbie Dunwoody, principal of Camberwell Girls Grammar School

A great school education • Choosing A School For Your Child hears from Allan Shaw, principal of The Knox School

Class of 2019 Dux of the Year • Yarra Valley Grammar’s duces for the Class of 2019 were Max Sammann and...