Below Average 23.48
Private School Co-educational Prep-12

Preshil The Margaret Lyttle MS

Kew , Melbourne
395 Barkers Road, Kew VIC 3101

VCE Academic Performance

Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025 Methodology
23.48
AU Guide Score
Top 87%
27
VCE Median Score
Top 75%
0.0%
40+ Score Rate
Top 100%
9
VCE Students
Top 100%
Academic 10.2/80.0 Below Avg
Uni Focus 8.3/10.0 Strong
VCE Rate 5.0/5.0 High
Size 0.0/5.0 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.

Kew Community & Property

Population
24,499 Total Population
2,337 Density/km²
Area Safety
Safe Safety Rating
5,563 Local Crime Rate
6,810 VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
16.2% Chinese
29.1% English
23.8% Aust
13.2% Irish
9.9% Scottish
Property Prices
$2.7M House Median
+44.0% 10yr Growth
$828K Unit Median
+27.0% 10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$820 3BR House
$650 2BR House
$820 3BR Unit
$595 2BR Unit

School Overview

About This School
Preshil The Margaret Lyttle MS is a private co-educational school located in Kew, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 200 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 27, with 0.00% of students achieving scores above 40. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively 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.

The school is situated in the excellent community environment of Kew. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 24,499, with Chinese residents comprising 16.20% (3,974 people), representing a medium-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include British (29.09%), Australian (23.83%), Chinese (16.22%), Irish (13.21%), and Scottish (9.85%), creating a multicultural character.

From a safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the Kew area has a crime rate of 5,563 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.82 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a safe area. Regarding property prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $2.7 million AUD, with apartments at around $800,000 AUD. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $820 and $650 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $820 and $600 per week respectively. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives an overall score of 38.00.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Preshil The Margaret Lyttle MS achieved a median VCE study score of 27 and 0.00% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 23.48/100.
Preshil The Margaret Lyttle MS is an independent school located in KEW. It is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 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.
Preshil The Margaret Lyttle MS is located in KEW. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 24,499. The population density is 2,337 per km². The main ancestries are: English (29.09%), Aust (23.83%), Chinese (16.22%), Irish (13.21%), Scottish (9.85%).
Preshil The Margaret Lyttle MS is located in KEW. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), KEW has a crime rate of 5,563 per 100,000 population, which is 0.8x the Victorian average (6,810). This is below the Victorian average, considered a safe area.
Preshil The Margaret Lyttle MS is located in KEW. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $2.7M and the median unit price is $828K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $820/week, 2-bedroom house $650/week, 3-bedroom unit $820/week, 2-bedroom unit $600/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025