Woodleigh School

Woodleigh is a progressive, co-educational school that challenges traditional educational models to better prepare students for an interconnected, future-focused world. Its strategic plan, 'Learning to Thrive,' centers on three interdependent levels: the inner world (self-awareness and identity), the social world (relationships and communication), and the human and natural world (engaging with complexity and sustainability). The school is a member of the Round Square Association of Schools and emphasizes inquiry-based learning and student agency.

The academic offering spans from Early Childhood through to Year 12, incorporating the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the primary years. The curriculum is designed to be holistic, with a specific focus on the Year 10 Regenerative Futures Program (RFP), which prepares students for the VCE and life beyond school. The school also operates the Woodleigh Institute, a global innovation lab focused on transformative learning and leadership.

Woodleigh aims to develop creative, compassionate, and resilient young people who can thrive in an ever-changing world. The school emphasizes a holistic education that prepares students for the VCE and life beyond school, focusing on critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to make a regenerative impact. Students are encouraged to pursue personal success while contributing positively to their communities.

The school prioritizes student wellbeing through proactive, everyday systems that support both Junior and Senior students. It utilizes the 'Compassionate Systems' framework, a suite of tools and practices designed to help students and teachers understand interconnectedness and foster emotional and intellectual resilience. Pastoral care programs are integrated to teach students about positive relationships and personal awareness.

Woodleigh School offers campus tours, information sessions with the Principal, and out-of-hours Open House events for prospective families. The school accepts applications for entry across its Early Childhood to Year 12 levels. Interested families are encouraged to contact the Enrolments Team for specific entry requirements and to request a prospectus.

The school maintains a public calendar of events, including term-based activities such as playgroups, parent association dinners, and multi-campus Open House events. These events are scheduled throughout the academic year to engage the school community and prospective families.

Woodleigh operates across three campuses: Minimbah, Penbank, and the Senior Campus in Langwarrin South. The facilities include specialized learning environments such as the Futures Studio, which is designed for sustainability, and various spaces that support inquiry-based learning and student wellbeing. The campuses are situated on the estate of the Mayone Balug clan of the Boon Wurrung/Bunurong people.

The school provides an extensive program of purposeful experiences designed to foster adventurous minds and holistic development. These include a wide range of arts, sports, and outdoor education programs that encourage students to step out of their comfort zones and engage with their community.