Methodist Ladies' College

Methodist Ladies' College is a private girls' school located in Kew, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 2,100 students. As a private school, it has high tuition fees, and popular schools typically require waiting lists of several years, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.

In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median score of 35, with 23.20% of students scoring 40 and above, ranking 18th in AU Guide's Victorian private school academic rankings. The school is situated in the excellent Kew area, which according to 2021 ABS census data has a total population of 24,499, including 3,974 Chinese residents representing 16.20% of the population - a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic composition includes British (29.09%), Australian (23.83%), Chinese (16.22%), Irish (13.21%), and Scottish (9.85%).

From a safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Kew's crime rate is 5,563 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.82 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area. Property prices in the area are relatively high, with Data Vic's Q1 2025 data showing a median house price of approximately $2.7 million and apartment median of around $800,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $820 and $650 per week respectively, while apartments rent for around $820 and $600 respectively. Taking into account multiple factors including Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives this school a comprehensive score of 95.10.