St Leonard’s College Recognised for Academic Excellence and Social Impact
Monday 19 August 2024
St Leonard’s College has been recognised as a ‘School that Excels’ for academic results and social responsibility in The Age’s annual series.
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St Leonard’s College has been recognised as a ‘School that Excels’ in The Age’s annual series, celebrating schools that have shown outstanding improvement in their VCE results over the past decade.”
This accolade highlights the College’s consistent commitment to academic excellence and its ability to elevate student achievement year after year.
The Schools that Excel report provides a comprehensive view of the VCE performance of over 500 Victorian schools, offering insights into each school’s average study scores, high achievers, completion rates, and student pathways. By analysing data from the past 10 years, the interactive dashboard presents a picture of a school’s typical performance, going beyond just the current year’s results.
St Leonard’s College’s inclusion as a winner in this series is a testament to our strong academic record and our dedication to fostering a supportive and high-achieving educational environment. But our success is not just measured in academic achievements; it is also reflected in our deep commitment to social responsibility, epitomised by initiatives like Lennie’s Van.
Lennie’s Van is a beloved part of our College community. Since 2018, the van has travelled to local council estates, where Senior School students from Years 10 to 12 volunteer to deliver fresh fruit, bread, and meals to residents. This initiative is so popular that participation spots are booked out within an hour each term. “It’s like getting tickets to a concert,” says Year 12 Deputy College Captain Emily Conheady of the thrill of securing a spot aboard the van. “When I get asked about what I do at school, I don’t talk about the classes or the camps, but Lennie’s Van.” For many students, the experience aboard Lennie’s Van is the most rewarding part of their College life.
This enthusiasm even inspired students to start a vegetable garden to supply the van with fresh produce. Our Principal, Peter Clague, has continued to champion social responsibility since his arrival in 2022, believing that this commitment to community service is what truly sets 草莓视频 College apart.
In combining academic excellence with a strong sense of community involvement, 草莓视频 College continues to shape the lives of our students and the wider community.
Featured above: St Leonard’s College Principal, Peter Clague, with Senior School student providing Lennie’s Van meal service.
For further information on the Schools that Excel series and Lennie’s Van article please visit The Age online at