Good 70.80
Private School Co-educational Year 7-12

Nunawading Christian College - Secondary

Nunawading , Melbourne
161 Central Rd, Nunawading VIC 3131, Australia

VCE Academic Performance

Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025 Methodology
70.80
AU Guide Score
Top 27%
30
VCE Median Score
Top 40%
9.4%
40+ Score Rate
Top 22%
71
VCE Students
Top 80%
Academic 55.5/80.0 Average
Uni Focus 9.3/10.0 Very Strong
VCE Rate 5.0/5.0 High
Size 1.0/5.0 Very Small
Senior Secondary Completion and Achievement data source: Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). The VCAA is not associated with the AU Guide and does not endorse any of the views or recommendations of the AU Guide. The VCAA's assessment data for a given year cannot be used to predict results for schools or students in subsequent years. Each year's assessment results will vary due to different assessments being used and different populations of students participating in the assessment.

Nunawading Community & Property

Population
12,413 Total Population
2,444 Density/km²
Area Safety
Safe Safety Rating
5,494 Local Crime Rate
6,810 VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
21.0% Chinese
25.4% English
23.2% Aust
8.5% Irish
7.7% Scottish
Property Prices
$1.2M House Median
+60.0% 10yr Growth
$690K Unit Median
+65.0% 10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$650 3BR House
$523 2BR House
$700 3BR Unit
$580 2BR Unit

School Overview

About This School
Nunawading Christian College - Secondary is a private coeducational school located in Nunawading in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education for Years 7-12 with approximately 200 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 30, with 9.40% of students achieving scores above 40. AU Guide rates the school 75.50 points overall, factoring in Chinese community proportion and neighborhood safety.

The school is situated in Nunawading, one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 12,413 people, including 2,610 Chinese residents, representing 21.00% of the population. The main ethnic groups include British (25.39%), Australian (23.18%), Chinese (21.03%), Irish (8.48%), and Scottish (7.68%).

In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Nunawading has a crime rate of 5,494 incidents per 100,000 people, which is 0.81 times the Victorian average (6,810), indicating it is below the state average and considered a safe area.

Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $1.2 million, while the median apartment price is around $700,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses cost approximately $650 and $520 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $700 and $580 per week respectively.

As a private school, tuition fees are high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance. Families interested in enrollment are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Nunawading Christian College - Secondary achieved a median VCE study score of 30 and 9.40% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 70.80/100.
Nunawading Christian College - Secondary is an independent school located in NUNAWADING. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 200 students enrolled. Independent schools have tuition fees and popular schools often have waiting lists. We recommend contacting the school early to understand the application process.
Nunawading Christian College - Secondary is located in NUNAWADING. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 12,413. The population density is 2,444 per km². The main ancestries are: English (25.39%), Aust (23.18%), Chinese (21.03%), Irish (8.48%), Scottish (7.68%).
Nunawading Christian College - Secondary is located in NUNAWADING. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), NUNAWADING has a crime rate of 5,494 per 100,000 population, which is 0.8x the Victorian average (6,810). This is below the Victorian average, considered a safe area.
Nunawading Christian College - Secondary is located in NUNAWADING. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.2M and the median unit price is $690K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $650/week, 2-bedroom house $520/week, 3-bedroom unit $700/week, 2-bedroom unit $580/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025