Northern College of the Arts and Technology

Primary feeders

• Preston North East Primary School — East Preston
• Preston Primary School — Preston
• Preston South Primary School — Preston
• Penders Grove Primary School — Thornbury
• Preston West Primary School — Preston
• Wales Street Primary School — Thornbury
• Thornbury Primary School — Thornbury
• Bell Primary School — Preston
• Reservoir Primary School — Reservoir
• Reservoir West Primary School — Reservoir
• Newlands Primary School — Preston

Junior secondary

• Northern College of the Arts and Technology — Preston
• Preston High School — Preston

Senior secondary

• Northern College of the Arts and Technology — Preston
• Preston High School — Preston

How do I enrol my child at Northern College of the Arts and Technology?

Northern College of the Arts and Technology is a small government secondary school with approximately 367 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.

What are the fees for Northern College of the Arts and Technology?

Northern College of the Arts and Technology 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.

What are class sizes like at Northern College of the Arts and Technology?

Northern College of the Arts and Technology has a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.2:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 33% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 83%, which is below the national benchmark.

What are the Year 12 and ATAR results for Northern College of the Arts and Technology?

Northern College of the Arts and Technology has a median ATAR of 67.0. The apparent retention rate from Year 10 to Year 12 is 127%, indicating how many students stay through to graduation.

What is the community like at Northern College of the Arts and Technology?

Northern College of the Arts and Technology is located in Preston, VIC, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1060 (72th 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.