The Centre for Higher Education Studies is a government secondary school in South Yarra designed for high-achieving students seeking accelerated study.
The Centre for Higher Education Studies is a government secondary school in South Yarra designed for high-achieving students seeking accelerated study. It offers university-level subjects through Higher Education Studies, accelerated VCE programs, and Year 10 enrichment electives in a state-of-the-art facility. The school serves gifted students across Victoria and maintains an academically intense, inquiry-led environment. It suits motivated learners ready to work at pace and pursue advanced study pathways.
Centre for Higher Education Studies is a small government secondary school with approximately 468 students. It offers education for years 10-12. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Centre for Higher Education Studies is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Centre for Higher Education Studies has a student-to-teacher ratio of 40.3:1. This is above the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning class sizes are typical for Australian schools. Support staff make up 30% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care.
The Year 12 completion rate is 88%.
Centre for Higher Education Studies is located in South Yarra, VIC, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1079 (78th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is above average, families tend to have higher education and income levels. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.