Established in 1905 and named Mac.Robertson Girls’ High School in 1934, the school encourages the pursuit of academic excellence, self-respect, student leadership and responsible citizenship. Entrance to the school in Year 9 is by examination (application information available on the website) and a quota system applies. A limited number of students will be admitted to other levels. Uniform is compulsory.
Facilities: Easily accessible by public transport, the school is situated in a parkland setting close to the CBD. The principal building has a National Trust classification and has been restored and refurbished. A three-storey wing incorporates a music laboratory, computer centre, a well-equipped resource centre, gymnasium, theatre and canteen.
Curriculum: Years 9 and 10 are offered a challenging curriculum. LOTE is a core study with a choice of four languages. A varied electives program offers additional opportunities for creative, specialist and extension studies. Years 11 and 12 may plan their programs around flexible combinations of the extensive range of VCE study areas offered, including VET and VCAL. In Year 12, Melbourne and Monash University enhancement subjects may be studied. The integration of technology across the curriculum has been a school priority.
Sport: An extensive sports program facilitates keen inter-school competition.
Extra-curricular activities: A strong house system forms the basis of many activities. Instrumental and choral ensembles, sport, drama, public speaking, debating and special interest groups have high participation rates.
Student welfare programs: : Classroom and form teachers, level co-ordinators and the student welfare co-ordinator all participate in pastoral care. An individual student support program exists to supplement the pastoral care program. The school motto, “Potens Sui” (“Self-Discipline”), is the preferred approach to student management.