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About Scotch College Melbourne

Scotch College Melbourne is an independent Presbyterian boys' day and boarding school founded in 1851. Its single 27-hectare campus at 1 Morrison Street in Hawthorn sits beside the Yarra River in Melbourne's inner east, educating boys from Prep through Year 12 with boarders accommodated from Years 7 to 12.

The school offers a broad curriculum culminating in the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). Christian teachings underpin school life, and students participate in extensive co-curricular programmes spanning music, sport, outdoor education, leadership and service. Scotch is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church of Victoria and is a member of the Associated Public Schools of Victoria.

Applications for enrolment are made online through the school website. The main reception can be reached on +61 3 9810 4321. Scotch College holds VRQA registration and is registered on CRICOS (provider code 00624A) for international students.

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Address
1 Morrison Street, Hawthorn, Victoria 3122
Established
1851
Grades / levels
Boys, Prep to Year 12 (day and boarding)
Boards / curriculum
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
Courses offered
Day and boarding education for boys, outdoor education campuses, music, sport, leadership and co-curricular programmes across a single 27-hectare campus beside the Yarra River.
Languages
English; world languages taught
Accreditation
Registered with the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA); member of the Associated Public Schools of Victoria
Phone
+61 3 9810 4321
Admissions phone
+61 3 9810 4321

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