Methodist Ladies' College - Junior

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Junior School has multiple communal spaces and dedicated play areas for Prep-Year 2 and Years 3-6, a stimulating and caring environment, where students build a love of learning.

Technology is an important part of Junior School, with Prep – Year 2 students using their own iPads and Years 3-6 using their own notebook computers. Our specialist programs include Library, PE, Art, Music, Japanese (French in Years 5 and 6), Outdoor Education (from Year 3) and RE delivered by one of our College Chaplains.

- Head of Junior School, Ms Louise Peyton

Junior School Curriculum

Students undertake a fully integrated curriculum that develops their curiosity and builds a solid foundation in literacy and numeracy, with a dedicated Literacy Coordinator and Mathematics Support specialists for extra support.

MLC Banksia

Remote learning at our MLC Banksia site program is introduced in Years 5 and 6. Each MLC Banksia experience is strategically planned to enable personal skill development, confidence building, teamwork and the opportunity to learn in a unique environment. Learning experiences are theme-based and have strong links to the Kew curriculum.

Wellbeing

Student wellbeing is integral to the learning process in Junior School. Wellbeing initiatives include the Bounceback! Program, Buddy Program, mindfulness, meditation and yoga, and are delivered in a wider positive education framework to help them thrive in a balanced and healthy way.

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Years 7 - 8

Experience the exhilaration of personal achievement within a challenging, supportive and exciting learning environment at Junior Secondary School.

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Years 9 - 10

Involvement, empowerment, discovery and independence are key themes in Middle School at MLC.

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Years 11 - 12

An exciting and diverse Senior School environment, where students are offered a wide range of subject choices and learning approaches that prepare them for life beyond school.

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News & Events

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August 5, 2021

10 MLC Students Recognised in Premier's VCE Awards

10 MLC graduates have received a Premier's VCE Award for outstanding achievement in their 2020 studies.

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June 24, 2021

Year 11 Student Wins Premier’s Spirit of Democracy Prize

Applying for a prize is a great way to unearth a new passion, discovers Premier’s Spirit of Democracy Prize winner Jasmine Xu.

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May 31, 2021

Reassuring update - COVID

Updated 4.00 pm 31 May - A staff member was not infectious whilst at the College campus.