Manea Senior College is a co-ed government secondary school in Bunbury with a progressive, inquiry-led approach to learning.
Manea Senior College is a co-ed government secondary school in Bunbury with a progressive, inquiry-led approach to learning. The school runs a Health and Medical Specialist Program for students pursuing careers in healthcare and related fields. Known for its tight-knit community feel, it suits families seeking a supportive environment where students explore ideas actively rather than through traditional instruction.
Manea Senior College is also known as MSC Bunbury.
Manea Senior College is a medium-sized government secondary school with approximately 547 students. It offers education for years 11-12. 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.
Manea Senior College 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.
Manea Senior College has a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. This is around 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 student attendance rate is 89%, which is moderate.
Manea Senior College is located in Bunbury, WA, classified as a inner regional school. With an ICSEA of 1033 (61th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is around the national average. 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.