Marnebek is a co-ed government school in Cranbourne East with a strong pastoral culture and dedicated learning support.
Marnebek is a co-ed government school in Cranbourne East with a strong pastoral culture and dedicated learning support. It offers STEM and science programs and provides NDIS support services alongside a Positive Behaviour Support program. The school suits families looking for a supportive environment with clear focus on both academic breadth and student wellbeing.
Marnebek School is a small government combined school with approximately 482 students. It offers education for years U. 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.
Marnebek 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.
Marnebek School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.9:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 64% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 76%, which is below the national benchmark.
Marnebek School is located in Cranbourne East, VIC, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 984 (39th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is below average, which means the school serves a community with greater socio-educational challenges. 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.