Giant Steps Melbourne vs Newmark Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Victoria, 13 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Giant Steps Melbourne
Kew · Independent primary · U
49 students · ICSEA 1125
Newmark Primary
Williamstown · Independent primary · Prep-6
131 students · ICSEA 1134
| Measure | Giant Steps Melbourne Kew VIC | Newmark Primary Williamstown VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 79 Top 5% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | – | #31 of 1,290 |
| National rank (type) | – | #50 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | U | Prep-6 |
| Students | 49 | 131 |
| Girls / boys | 11 / 38 | 67 / 64 |
| Foundation intake | – | 18 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +96% | +2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1125 | 1134 |
| ICSEA percentile | 90th | 92th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 52% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 4% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 4.6 | 10.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 10.6 | 12.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 32.1 | 4.7 |
| Language background other than English | 24% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 0% |
| Suburb | Kew 3101 | Williamstown 3016 |
| Council area | Boroondara | Hobsons Bay |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | giantsteps.net.au/giant-steps-melbourne/ | www.newmark.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Newmark Primary scores higher on the Success Index (84.1 vs 78.6).
- •Newmark Primary has the higher ICSEA (1134 vs 1125), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Giant Steps Melbourne has fewer students per teacher (4.6 vs 10.3).
- •Newmark Primary is the larger school with 131 students compared with 49.
- •Giant Steps Melbourne has grown faster over five years (96% vs 2%).
The Success Index summarises community advantage, resourcing and momentum from ACARA data. It does not measure teaching quality, results or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Giant Steps Melbourne better than Newmark Primary?
On the Success Index, Newmark Primary ranks higher (84.1 vs 78.6 out of 100). The index measures community advantage and momentum from ACARA data, not teaching quality, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Giant Steps Melbourne and Newmark Primary?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Kew and Williamstown in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Giant Steps Melbourne has 4.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Newmark Primary has 10.3.
How do Giant Steps Melbourne and Newmark Primary rank in VIC?
Giant Steps Melbourne is unranked and Newmark Primary is 31st of 1,290 among primary schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.