Top IB Schools in Melbourne
St Leonard’s College was Victoria’s first IB World school - Image credit: St Leonard’s College
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a global not-for-profit educational foundation, founded in 1968, whose mission is to create a better world through education.
The IB provides a balanced curriculum fostering critical thinking and intercultural understanding, contributing to the development of well-rounded students known for their inquiry-based approach and commitment to a shared humanity. Today, there are nearly 2M students studying IB programs in 5,700 IB World schools across 160 countries.
The International Baccalaureate is aimed at developing students' intellectual, personal, emotional, and social skills
In Australia, there are over 200 IB schools offering three main IB programs:
Primary Years Program (PYP): The PYP focuses on nurturing and developing students aged 3-12 as caring, active participants in a lifelong journey of learning. The curriculum allows students to deepen their learning by developing conceptual understandings across various subject areas.
Middle Years Program (MYP): The MYP, designed for students aged 11-16, emphasises a holistic educational approach, incorporating academic and personal development. Over a five-year period, students explore a range of subjects, preparing them for the IB Diploma or Career-related Programme. The MYP
Diploma Program (DP): The IB DP is for students aged 16-19. This academically challenging and balanced program prepares students for success at university and beyond. IB Diploma students choose one course from each of six subject groups, including studies in language and literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics, and the arts.
The table below lists the best private schools in Melbourne, Victoria offering IB programs:
| School | Location | Gender | Affiliation | IB Program offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballarat Grammar | Wendouree | Co-ed | Anglican | PYP |
| Carey Baptist Grammar | Kew | Co-ed | Baptist | DP |
| Caulfield Grammar School | Caulfield | Co-ed | Anglican | PYP MYP |
| Geelong Grammar School | Corio | Co-ed | Anglican | PYP DP |
| Islamic College of Melbourne | Tarneit | Co-ed | Islamic | DP |
| Ivanhoe Grammar School | Ivanhoe | Co-ed | Anglican | DP |
| Kardinia International College | Geelong | Co-ed | Non-denominational | PYP DP |
| Kingswood College | Box Hill | Co-ed | Uniting Church | MYP |
| Lauriston Girls' School | Armadale | Girls | Non-denominational | DP |
| Mater Christi College | Belgrave | Girls | Catholic | PYP |
| Mentone Girls' Grammar | Mentone | Girls | Anglican | PYP |
| Methodist Ladies College | Kew | Girls | Non-denominational | DP |
| Mount Scopus | Burwood | Co-ed | Jewish | PYP MYP |
| Oakleigh Grammar | Oakleigh | Co-ed | Christian | MYP |
| Presbyterian Ladies' College | Burwood | Girls | Presbyterian | DP |
| Sacred Heart College | Geelong | Girls | Catholic | MYP |
| St. Leonard's College | Brighton East | Co-ed | Uniting Church | PYP DP |
| St. Margaret's Berwick Grammar | Berwick | Co-ed | Non-denominational | PYP |
| Trinity Grammar School | Kew | Boys | Anglican | PYP |
| Wesley College | Windsor | Co-ed | Uniting Church | PYP MYP DP |
In addition to offering IB programs, each of these schools stands out with its own unique strengths, ranging from top academic performance and diverse curriculums, to state-of-the-art facilities and innovative teaching methods, to impressive sporting performance and vibrant arts and music programs.
The table below is a comparison of scores for the decision factors that parents told us are most important when choosing a private school. Note that only schools that made it into the inaugural top 50 ranking are included below, scores are out of 10.
| Schools360 score | School | IB Program offered | Academic Performance Year 7-10 | Academic Performance Year 11-12 | Student Wellbeing | Sports | Arts & Music | Teaching Quality | School Facilities | Reputation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89.8% | Lauriston Girls' School | DP | 9.5 | 10 | 8.5 | 9.5 | 8 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 9.5 |
| 88.4% | Trinity Grammar School | PYP | 10 | 8.5 | 8 | 9 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
| 87.9% | Presbyterian Ladies' College | DP | 10 | 10 | 8.5 | 8 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
| 86.9% | Methodist Ladies College | DP | 10 | 8 | 8.5 | 9.5 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 10 | 9 |
| 86.8% | St. Leonard's College | PYP DP | 10 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 8.5 |
| 86.8% | Caulfield Grammar School | PYP MYP | 9.5 | 7.5 | 9.5 | 10 | 10 | 8.5 | 10 | 8.5 |
| 86.8% | Carey Baptist Grammar School | DP | 10 | 7.5 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8.5 | 10 | 9 |
| 85.0% | Geelong Grammar School | PYP DP | 8.5 | 7.5 | 9 | 10 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 9 | 9 |
| 84.8% | Mount Scopus Memorial College | PYP MYP | 8.5 | 10 | 6 | 7.5 | 10 | 9.5 | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| 83.2% | Wesley College | PYP MYP DP | 10 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 9.5 | 9 | 9 | 7.5 |
| 81.3% | Ivanhoe Grammar School | DP | 9.5 | 7.5 | 8 | 9 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 9 | 8 |
| 77.8% | Mentone Girls' Grammar | PYP | 10 | 8.5 | 8 | 8 | 7.5 | 7 | 8.5 | 7.5 |
| 75.2% | St. Margaret's Berwick Grammar | PYP | 10 | 8 | 7.5 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 8 | 6.5 |
These IB schools offer students with a globally recognised, academically rigorous education, fostering skills for success in an interconnected world. The varied offerings of the PYP, MYP, and DP cater to different age groups and educational needs, making the IB an attractive option for those seeking a well-rounded and challenging educational experience.
To learn more about our school ranking methodology click here and click on the school logos to view in-depth analysis on each school.
Wesley College is the only private school in Melbourne to offer IB PYP, MYP and DP programs - Image Credit: Wesley College
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