Caulfield Junior College
Secular, Founded 1914
Updated July 2026
Languages
English
FrenchCaulfield Junior College is a unique government primary school in Melbourne that serves as the home of the French-Australian School of Melbourne. It offers a multicultural environment with over 530 students representing 28 nationalities.
Curriculum
Programme tracks
Australian Curriculum
French National CurriculumAEFE accredited binational stream
Teaching approach
Caulfield Junior College is committed to providing diverse learning opportunities in a multicultural context that challenges students to recognize their individual potential. The school emphasizes the importance of multiculturalism in a fast-evolving world, aiming to prepare students as thinkers and leaders who are equipped with tools that exceed the limits of a traditional curriculum. The school's motto is 'Leading the Way.'
Programmes
The school offers two primary academic streams: the Victorian Curriculum and the French Binational Program (FBP). The FBP is a bilingual curriculum that meets the standards of both the Victorian Department of Education and Training and the French Ministry of National Education, with teachers working in binome (pairs) from Prep to Grade 6. Specialist subjects include Digital Technologies, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Visual Arts, and STEM. Additionally, a Hebrew language program is available to all students.
Outcomes
Students are assessed through the Australian National testing system (NAPLAN) in grades 3 and 5. Students in the French Binational Program are also evaluated using French National assessment papers from grade 1 through 6. The school aims to prepare students academically and socially for their secondary education and beyond.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs an inclusion coordinator and a dedicated team of inclusion support staff to assist students. Additionally, a specialized team provides French enrichment support to students within the French Binational Program.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Grade PrepStandard Curriculum | 5–6 | A$402 |
| Grade PrepFrench Binational Program | 5–6 | A$3.9K |
| Grade 1/2Standard Curriculum | 6–8 | A$404.6 |
| Grade 1/2French Binational Program | 6–8 | A$3.9K |
| Grade 3/4Standard Curriculum | 8–10 | A$454.2 |
| Grade 3/4French Binational Program | 8–10 | A$4K |
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Other fees(3)
| EAL· French Enrichment Program (optional, Grade 1/2 and Grade 3/4) | A$555 |
|---|---|
| EAL· French Enrichment Program (optional, Grade Prep, starts from Term 2) | A$450 |
| Materials· Suggested voluntary other contributions (includes Administration $50, School Maintenance $150, First Aid $50, Library $30) | A$280 |
Admissions
The school offers online booking for school tours, which are currently available for families with children starting Prep in 2027. Prospective families may select between the Victorian Curriculum or the French Binational Program during the booking process.
Calendar
The school operates on a term-based system, with office hours maintained from 8:15 am to 4:15 pm, Monday through Friday, during school terms. The academic year includes various school-organized events such as swimming carnivals and leadership conferences.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a sporting oval, a basketball court, playgrounds, and zoned recreational areas. The school also maintains modern shared areas and purpose-built classrooms, alongside an online library and IT infrastructure to support digital learning.
Co-curriculars
Students have access to a range of extracurricular activities, including a Hebrew Immersion Program offered as a before and after-school extension. Other opportunities include student leadership roles, such as peer mediators, and participation in events like the 'Dream and Lead' youth leadership conference. Additionally, the school provides Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) and various after-school activities.
- Chris ChantSchool Principal
Chris Chant joined CJC as School Principal in 2017 for a short stay and returned in 2018 as the ongoing Executive Principal. He has been instrumental to the recent developments of the school.
- Caroline PommierDirector French Binational Program
Caroline Pommier joined CJC in 2015 and works closely with local communities to improve the school’s connection with families. She leads the French Binational Program and is the Vice President of the AAFEBS (Australian Association of French English Bilingual Schools).
- Broden BorgAssistant Principal
- Megan BarclayBusiness Manager
- Gérard MaherMental Health and Wellbing Leader
- Matilda BedendoInclusion Coordinator Team Leader