Huntingtower School Top 20
Compare Independent P-12 Coeducational School
| School Type | Combined |
|---|---|
| Year Range | U, Prep-12 |
| Address | 77 WAIMARIE DR Mount Waverley VIC 3149 |
| Phone | 03 9807 8888 |
| Website | http://www.huntingtower.vic.edu.au |
| Gender | Co-Education |
| Region | Metropolitan |
|---|---|
| Students | 657 |
| Boys | 337 |
| Girls | 320 |
| ICSEA Value | 1171 |
| Aus. Average | 1000 |
| Finances per student | $21,467 |
|---|---|
| Aus. Average per student | $17,550 |
| Australian Government | 21% |
| State/Territory Government | 4% |
| Fees, parent contributions etc | 69% |
| Others | 6% |
| 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | |
| NAPLAN (Primary) | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||||
| NAPLAN (Secondary) | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||||
| VCE | N/A | N/A | N/A |
657; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 10.2/11171;51%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 1% | 4% | 20% | 74% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
636; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 10.4/11172;52%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 1% | 5% | 20% | 75% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
619; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 10.1/197%1163;47%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 1% | 6% | 24% | 69% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
593; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 10.1/197%1168;50%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 2% | 5% | 32% | 62% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
557; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 9.9/198%1176;45%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 2% | 2% | 34% | 62% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
549; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 9.6/197%1175;42%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 3% | 5% | 27% | 64% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
549; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 9.8/196%1139;38%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 1% | 4% | 18% | 77% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
Small is Beautiful
With 645 students from Prep to Year 12, Huntingtower students are celebrated as individuals with unique talents and needs. Everyone is known, nurtured and loved, and there is a strong focus on students’ spiritual nature. Huntingtower’s Christian environment encourages respect of all faiths and an understanding of every individual’s unlimited nature as a child of God.
A Well-Rounded Education
Huntingtower’s 2020 Vision is to ensure that all students have the life skills they need to excel in the 21st century. Its curriculum is innovative and dynamic. Dedicated and professional staff guide students in the development of sound values, beliefs and attitudes. The average VCE class size is around 13, which ensures individual attention at this particularly important time. In all areas — including academic pursuits, sport, public speaking, dramatic productions and a superb classical music program — Huntingtower students are encouraged to strive to do their best.
Academic/Music/General Excellence Scholarships
For entry into Years 7, 10 and 11. Based on an exam. For music scholarships, all instruments are eligible except voice. Pianoforte players must meet minimum AMEB level.
Costs
Covers 25 per cent to 50 per cent of tuition fees for up to 6 years.
Gender
Coeducational
Maximum Tenure
6 years
Contact Details
Ms Liz Davidson, Registrar 03 9807 8888
Key Facts
Costs
Year 10 are $16,576
Year 12 are $17,412
International Fee
Year 10 are $23,605
Year 12 are $24,612
Uniform
The uniform is compulsory and enforced
Size
650 students,
205 up to Year 6,
445 in secondary (Small)
68 in Year 12
136 in VCE level 3/4 Units
4 in VCE VET
Overview of the Curriculum
Math classes are streamed.English classes are of mixed ability.
Languages: French, Indonesian
Overview of senior secondary subjects
37 VCE level 3/4 studies, VET programs available;LOTE taught to Unit 4 level: French, Indonesian
Selected senior secondary results
30% study scores of 40+;
median study score of 36;
satisfactory completions of VCE 100%
Activities and Support
13 music options; 36 sporting activities; 78 other clubs or activities; 48 support staff.
Destinations
94% to university
6% to TAFE
Schools closest to Huntingtower School
| School name | Address | Type | Sector | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avila CollegeTop 100 | 35 CHARLES STMount Waverley 3149 | Secondary | Catholic | 0.59 km |
| Holy Family School | 250 STEPHENSONS RDMount Waverley 3149 | Primary | Catholic | 0.63 km |
| Syndal South Primary SchoolTop 100 | 14 MONTGOMERY AVENUEMount Waverley 3149 | Primary | Government | 0.66 km |
| Mount Waverley North Primary School | MARCUS AVENUEMount Waverley 3149 | Primary | Government | 1.08 km |
| Mount Waverley Secondary College | 9 LECHTE ROADMount Waverley 3149 | Secondary | Government | 1.05 km |
| Mount Waverley Secondary College Junior Campus | Mount Waverley 3149 | Secondary | Government | 1.37 km |
| St Christopher's School | 5 DOON AVEGLEN WAVERLEY 3150 | Primary | Catholic | 1.27 km |
| Mount Waverley Primary School | 37-45 PARK LANEMount Waverley 3149 | Primary | Government | 1.29 km |
| Pinewood Primary SchoolTop 50 | 27-35 PINEWOOD DRIVEMount Waverley 3149 | Primary | Government | 1.66 km |
| Burwood East Primary SchoolTop 50 | CNR BLACKBURN AND HIGHBURY RDSBurwood East 3151 | Primary | Government | 2.34 km |