Camberwell High School
Compare Government 7-12 Coeducational , Homestay School
| School Type | Secondary |
|---|---|
| Year Range | 7-12 |
| Address | PROSPECT HILL ROAD Canterbury VIC 3126 |
| Phone | 03 9836 0555 |
| Website | http://www.camhigh.vic.edu.au |
| Gender | Co-Education |
| Region | Metropolitan |
|---|---|
| Students | 1269 |
| Boys | 866 |
| Girls | 403 |
| ICSEA Value | 1110 |
| Aus. Average | 1000 |
| Finances per student | $11,681 |
|---|---|
| Aus. Average per student | $17,550 |
| Australian Government | 14% |
| State/Territory Government | 62% |
| Fees, parent contributions etc | 19% |
| Others | 6% |
| 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | |
| NAPLAN (Secondary) | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||||
| VCE | N/A | N/A | N/A |
1268; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 15.2/11110;26%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 5% | 14% | 31% | 49% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1263; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 14.6/11110;26%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 5% | 14% | 30% | 51% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1233; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 14.3/11108;19%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 6% | 14% | 29% | 51% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1234; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 14.1/194%1135;21%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 3% | 11% | 32% | 54% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1243; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 14.5/190%1134;18%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 4% | 7% | 36% | 54% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1218; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 14.4/190%1134;33%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 6% | 11% | 24% | 59% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1220; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 14.7/194%1186;32%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 0% | 1% | 4% | 95% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
About Camberwell High School
Camberwell High school enjoys an excellent reputation in the community. Requests for enrolments remain very high, with applications exceeding vacancies. The school is distinguished by its promotion of and commitment to academic excellence and active and stimulating student learning, its celebration of achievement and participation, and the focus on student safety. The school has an outstanding international student program.
Academic Excellence
Academic excellence and reaching one’s potential is promoted at all year levels, and opportunities for acceleration and enrichment are embraced by students. A broad range of subjects is offered in the VCE, and VET and VCAL are also options.
Leadership and co-curricular activities
The house system provides a range of lively competitions and leadership opportunities. The strong arts program includes choirs, bands and ensembles, and a school musical production. A sport program offers 22 options, including rowing.
Pastoral Care
Pastoral care is based on restorative practice and is highly developed. Learning Mentors are provided for all students, and two dedicated Student Wellbeing Coordinators together with caring teachers monitor students closely.
Physical environment
The combination of our classical 1941 brick building and the new and upgraded facilities, including our newly completed Enterprise Centre, provides students with a quality learning environment.
Key Facts
Voluntary Contributions
Year 10 are $535
Year 12 are $580
International Fee
Year 10 are $12,210
Year 12 are $13,640
Uniform
The uniform is compulsory and enforced
Size
1231 students all in secondary (Very Big)
200 in Year 12
319 in VCE level 3/4 Units
67 in VCE VET
Gender
32% girls
Overview of the Curriculum
Math classes are of mixed ability.English classes are of mixed ability.
Languages: Chinese, French
Overview of senior secondary subjects
57 VCE level 3/4 studies, VET programs available; VCAL Available;Selected senior secondary results
6% study scores of 40+;
median study score of 31;
satisfactory completions of VCE 99%, of VET 95%
Activities and Support
15 music options; 23 sporting activities; 16 other clubs or activities; 14 support staff.
Destinations
68% to university
26% to TAFE
6% to work
Schools closest to Camberwell High School
| School name | Address | Type | Sector | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strathcona Baptist Girls' Grammar SchoolTop 50 | 34 SCOTT STCanterbury 3126 | Combined | Independent | 0.66 km |
| Siena College LtdTop 100 | 815 RIVERSDALE RDCamberwell 3124 | Secondary | Catholic | 0.93 km |
| Canterbury Girls Secondary CollegeTop 100 | 16 MANGARRA ROADCanterbury 3126 | Secondary | Government | 1.19 km |
| Canterbury Primary School | MOLESWORTH STREETCanterbury 3126 | Primary | Government | 1 km |
| St Dominic's School | 145 HIGHFIELD RDCamberwell 3124 | Primary | Catholic | 1.29 km |
| Camberwell Primary SchoolTop 10 | 290 CAMBERWELL ROADCamberwell 3124 | Primary | Government | 1.32 km |
| Camberwell Grammar SchoolTop 20 | 55 MONT ALBERT RDCanterbury 3126 | Combined | Independent | 1.74 km |
| Camberwell Anglican Girls' Grammar SchoolTop 5 | 2 TORRINGTON STCanterbury 3126 | Combined | Independent | 1.74 km |
| Fintona Girls' SchoolTop 5 | 79 BALWYN ROADBalwyn 3103 | Combined | Independent | 1.89 km |
| Balwyn Primary SchoolTop 100 | 86B BALWYN ROADBalwyn 3103 | Primary | Government | 2.01 km |