About Essendon Keilor College

Essendon Keilor College has a long and successful history which continues to build and grow in the present day. This year the college celebrates the centenary of the senior campus, which was formerly Essendon High School.

Our college operates in a culturally diverse community and offers a breadth of educational services that support the aspirations of our students and their wide range of needs. Essendon Keilor College is leading the way in providing quality education in the northern and western suburbs of Melbourne, with a dedicated senior campus and two junior campuses that focus on improving the outcomes of each student.

At Essendon Keilor College, students are not just one of a crowd. We know that every student is different, with different aspirations, needs and dreams. This makes the college a unique and exciting place to learn.

Our dedicated junior schools focus on early learning and building solid educational skills, friendships and a sense of belonging.

The personalised approach to teaching and learning continues at our senior campus in Essendon, and because there are many pathways to a successful career that run alongside the ATAR system, we make sure that each of our senior students has the opportunity to find their own path to a tertiary education, vocational training and employment.

Our individual and personal approach to teaching and learning is the hallmark of our school, and why you can be sure that you are attending a college where your education will really matter. Our college is well known for the excellence of our academic programs, with the specialist senior campus offering VCE, VET and VCAL, and with our graduates progressing to a wide range of pathways.

Our 2012 dux, Minh Vu, is studying physiotherapy at La Trobe University in 2013. Our science students did particularly well in 2012 and are enrolled in biomedical science, radiography, engineering and pharmacy this year. Thirty one students obtained an ATAR over 80 in 2012.

The college is the lead school in the Specialist Senior Secondary Sport and Recreation Pilot Project in recognition of the excellence of the college’s elite football program.

The college specialises in teaching languages other than English and is the lead school in the Innovative Language Provision in Clusters program. In 2013 it is part of the Engage with Asia Project.

All students have access to the latest technology through computer laboratories and the 1:1 computer program.

Regardless of your cultural background or circumstance, we encourage all prospective parents and students to join our vibrant college and welcoming community.

Scholarships for Excellence

For entry into Year 7. Awarded for outstanding ability in academia, leadership, sports and/or the performing arts.