Penola Catholic College VIC – Reimagining Education
January 17, 2023
We live and teach in an ever changing world, and here at Penola Catholic College we pride ourselves on being able to educate students for the future. Our students are […]
Penola Catholic College, Broadmeadows VIC
‘Real Life Learning’
Gender
Co-Ed
Years
7-12
Enrolments
1430
Established: 1995
Principal: Tracey Kift
Address: 29 Gibson Street, Broadmeadows 3047
Key Information
Staff
150 Teaching
86 Non Teaching
Fees
$3,050 (Year 7)
$4,140 (Year 12)
VCE Subjects
36
Languages
Italian, Japanese & French
Features
VET Available
Flagship Programs
Arts Program,
Enrichment and Accelerator Programs,
Food Tech and Hospitality,
Performing Arts Program,
Religious Education Program,
Sports Program,
About our school
Penola Catholic College, right in the heart of Melbourne’s north-west, offers exceptional education with a focus on keeping it affordable. Since our beginning in 1995, we have been focusing on offering more than just learning—we are here to provide a transformative journey for students and their families.
Our passionate and highly skilled teachers are dedicated to inspiring and supporting students every step of the way. With cutting-edge facilities, we create an environment that nurtures not just academic growth but also physical, social, and emotional development, helping every student reach their full potential.
Quick Facts
- Formed in 1995 after 3 former schools amalgamated
- The college name came from the strong link with St Mary MacKillop and the Sisters of St Joseph
- The Sisters of St Joseph served the local community and lived on-site from 1901 to the late 1980s
- Enhanced Learning Stream for high-achieving students • Specialised Year 9 Contemporary Learning building
- State-of-the-art Year 12 facility • Accelerated studies program, allowing students to begin VCE studies in Year 10
- Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)
- VET and Vocational Major subjects
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Change Makers
Annie Brice Building
In 2024, we opened the Annie Brice Building, a state-of-the-art Year 12 facility that feels more like a university campus than a secondary school. With modern classrooms, collaborative spaces and cutting-edge technology, it fosters independence and academic excellence, preparing students for life beyond school and symbolising our commitment to nurturing future-ready graduates.
Active Volunteering and Community Service
From studying Active Volunteering, a dynamic VET subject, to our thriving community service program in Year 9, students get the chance to serve the community while developing valuable workplace skills. These engaging, hands-on experiences encourage community involvement, build communication and leadership skills and foster empathy and a respect for diversity.
Enhanced Learning Stream
In 2025, we will launch our Enhanced Learning Stream, a program for high-achieving students. This initiative will challenge gifted learners, reflecting the college’s strong reputation for personalised education and its commitment to fostering excellence while supporting diverse academic interests and future career pathways.
Finding your passion
We are committed to supporting every student finding their passion; whether that is in Performing Arts, sport, practical learning in the dedicated hair salon, Hospitality kitchen or engineering workshop, to exploring the world in our international language and classics tours, and so much more.
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Facilities
- State-of-the-art Year 12 facility
- Performing Arts Auditorium
- Functioning Hairdressing and Beauty Salon
- Dedicated Year 7 and 8 Campus
2021 NAPLAN Results
| Year | Reading | Writing | Spelling | Grammar | Numeracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | 532 | 514 | 547 | 513 | 536 |
| Year 9 | 550 | 528 | 568 | 558 | 558 |
This table above shows the average student results for the year 2021. Data sourced from: https://www.myschool.edu.au
2022 NAPLAN Results
| Year | Reading | Writing | Spelling | Grammar | Numeracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | 527 | 533 | 536 | 514 | 532 |
| Year 9 | 559 | 552 | 564 | 552 | 566 |
This table above shows the average student results for the year 2022. Data sourced from: https://www.myschool.edu.au
Campus Locations
Main Campus
29 Gibson Street,
Broadmeadows,
3047
