Independent Schools Guide 2025: Why Toorak College thinks of itself as more than a school
Toorak College’s vision is clear: to develop aspiring young people with confidence and character. The school brings that vision to life every day.
Students are exposed to hands-on industry learning, earn micro-credentials that deliver real-world experiences, and have a raft of academic and extracurricular opportunities. The school also has a comprehensive wellbeing program that encourages students to be reflective and proactive in their education.
“Young people are brilliant, and it’s our job to give them time and space to think about what comes next and to hold them accountable so they follow through,” says Principal Kristy Kendall. “We remind girls that what’s done is done, but what will you do next?”
What comes next at Toorak College is only limited by the student’s imagination and drive, and the available opportunities are diverse.
For example, the school has worked hard to build strong connections with a dozen different industries, including construction, cybersecurity, medicine, architecture and engineering.
This enables students to take part in industry immersion experiences to glimpse how those industries work, and career opportunities and cadetships are also available.
During Year 10, students work hands-on and can earn micro-credentials in leadership, sports coaching, mental health first aid, visual merchandising and barista training.
“Our girls realise they are more than an exam result or a score at the end of Year 12,” Kendall says.
“They learn how to work with other people and gain real-world skills and credentials which give them a sense of pride and self-confidence.
“A textbook and a teacher are no longer the only way to learn,” she adds. “We have got our head out of the school bubble so our students can embrace the future with the kinds of skills they need to thrive.”
As well as recognising their academic potential and building the skills that will set them up for success in their future careers, the students at Toorak College actively monitor and reflect on their wellbeing.
Every six months, they take part in a self-reflection exercise and evaluate their purpose, connections, what matters to them, how they are feeling and their healthy lifestyle. They discuss their assessment with a staff member who can organise extra support and opportunities if needed.
“Our girls know they have a community behind them and they know that they are valued and heard,” Kendall says.
“When they leave our school, they do good things and are role models for the next generation.”
Toorak College
73-93 Old Mornington Road, Mount Eliza 3930
Enquiries: (03) 9788 7200
Years: K-12
Denomination: Non-denominational
Gender: Co-ed ELC-Year 4; Girls years 5-12
Fees: $10,868-$33, 224
Boarding: Yes
Scholarships: Yes
ATAR (median for 2024): 86.5
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