Global Village Learning vs Melton Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Victoria, 28 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Global Village Learning
New Gisborne · Independent combined · Prep-11
197 students · ICSEA 1042
Melton Christian College
Brookfield · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,268 students · ICSEA 1044
| Measure | Global Village Learning New Gisborne VIC | Melton Christian College Brookfield VIC |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 49 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #158 of 239 | #151 of 239 |
| National rank (type) | #673 of 1,259 | #613 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-11 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 197 | 1,268 |
| Girls / boys | 79 / 118 | 667 / 601 |
| Foundation intake | 22 | 129 |
| Year 7 cohort | 19 | 109 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 59 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | 25 |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | 0.4% |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +177% | +54% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1042 | 1044 |
| ICSEA percentile | 65th | 66th |
| Top SEA quarter | 18% | 17% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 19% | 18% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 14.1 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 10.1 | 89.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 18.7 | 67.5 |
| Language background other than English | 0% | 44% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 1% |
| Suburb | New Gisborne 3438 | Brookfield 3338 |
| Council area | Macedon Ranges | Melton |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.gisbornemontessori.vic.edu.au | www.mcc.vic.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Melton Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (51.9 vs 49.3).
- •Melton Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1044 vs 1042), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Melton Christian College has fewer students per teacher (14.1 vs 19.5).
- •Melton Christian College is the larger school with 1,268 students compared with 197.
- •Global Village Learning has grown faster over five years (177% vs 54%).
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 Global Village Learning better than Melton Christian College?
On the Success Index, Melton Christian College ranks higher (51.9 vs 49.3 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 Global Village Learning and Melton Christian College?
About 28 km in a straight line, between New Gisborne and Brookfield in Victoria.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Global Village Learning has 19.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Melton Christian College has 14.1.
How do Global Village Learning and Melton Christian College rank in VIC?
Global Village Learning is 158th of 239 and Melton Christian College is 151st of 239 among combined schools in Victoria on the 2025 Success Index.