Small government co-ed school (357 students, Prep–12) in Collingwood, VIC, with intensive English language support.
Collingwood English Language School is also known as CELS and CELS Collingwood.
Collingwood English Language School is a small government special school with approximately 357 students. It offers education for years Prep-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.
Collingwood English Language School 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.
Collingwood English Language School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.7:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 31% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 83%, which is below average.
Collingwood English Language School is located in Collingwood, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 906 (12th percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.