Top 20 Best Private Schools in Melbourne 2025

1. Melbourne Girls’ Grammar School — Known for academic excellence, strong student wellbeing programs, and leadership in girls’ education.
2. Camberwell Grammar School — Prestigious boys’ school celebrated for high VCE/ATAR results and strong co-curricular offerings.
3. Scotch College — One of Melbourne’s oldest private schools. High academic standards and excellent arts and sports facilities.
4. Melbourne Grammar School — Offers a balanced education, combining tradition, modern teaching approaches, and high-quality outcomes.
5. Camberwell Girls Grammar — Strong reputation in girls’ academic results, wellbeing support, and supportive learning environment.
6. Lauriston Girls’ School — Known for exceptional performance, particularly in female student outcomes in STEM fields and VCE results.
7. Haileybury College — Large co-educational school with multiple campuses; offers strong academic and IB programs, good sports and arts.
8. Brighton Grammar School — High-performing boys’ school with focus on character, leadership, and academic excellence.
9. St. Catherine’s School — Prestigious girls’ school emphasizing academic rigour and holistic development.
10. Toorak College — Offers strong co-ed curriculum and supportive community, modern facilities, known for international student support.
11. Bialik College — Jewish co-ed school with excellent academic results and diverse co-curricular programs.
12. Huntingtower School — Offers strong academic performance and balanced programs in arts, leadership, and sports.
13. Mount Scopus Memorial College — Known for strong university entrance outcomes and well-rounded curriculum.
14. Geelong Grammar School — Boarding and day school; high prestige, strong academic performance, excellent facilities.
15. Korowa Anglican Girls’ School — Girls’ school known for strong pastoral care, academic achievement, and supportive environment.
16. Ivanhoe Grammar School — Co-educational campus, strong emphasis on arts, sports, and technology alongside academics.
17. Balwyn Grammar School — Known for excellent facilities, strong academic results, and broad co-curricular offerings.
18. Carey Baptist Grammar School — Co-ed school with solid programs in leadership, music, and academics.
19. Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School — Girls’ school with emphasis on character, strong academic track record, supportive learning environment.
20. Ruyton Girls’ School — Known for high student wellbeing, strong VCE results, and strong programs in humanities and sciences.