Education & Childcare
In a class of its own
Give your kids the best start with choice, quality, and pathways for every future.
Frankston City makes it easy to support every stage of your child’s journey, from early learning to higher education, all in one connected, coastal city.
A strong start
The early years shape everything, and here, they’re given the care they deserve.
With a wide choice of kindergartens, childcare centres and family services, it’s easy to find the right fit for your child and your routine.
Because in Frankston City, childhood is something to be nurtured, not rushed.
Schools that shape futures
Education is a big reason families choose Frankston City.
As we continue to flourish with increasing numbers of sea and tree changers looking for coastal havens to raise families within proximity to Melbourne, Frankston City is incredibly proud of the range of higher secondary education available to residents.
The hugely popular Frankston High School in Frankston South that consistently achieves elite academic results which out-perform most private schools and rank amongst the highest in the State.
Frankston High School.
Frankston High School.
The impressive Woodleigh School in Langwarrin South is Victoria’s oldest co-ed progressive school (founded in 1856) offering elite outdoor education, legendary camps and creating real-world global citizens!
Woodleigh School in Langwarrin South.
Prominent Catholic school John Paul College in Frankston has seen an incredible resurgence in VCE academic results in the last decade, hitting new heights for ATAR and VCE results in 2025.
John Paul College in Frankston.
John Paul College.
John Paul College.
Carrum Downs Secondary College.
Monterey Secondary College.
Elisabeth Murdoch College in Langwarrin.
Bayside Christian College, Frankston.
Bayside Christian College.
Flinders Christian Community College in Frankston.
McClelland College in Frankston.
It’s the kind of choice that gives every child the chance to find where they belong and where they can excel.
Pathways that open doors
As your child grows, so do their opportunities.
Frankston City proudly boasts the triple threat of a research hospital, Global Top 50 university (Monash University Peninsula campus) and TAFE (Chisholm Institute's Frankston campus).
Study by the bay at Monash University’s Peninsula campus or take a hands-on path through Chisholm Institute’s Frankston campus right in the heart of the city.
From university degrees to practical skills and free TAFE courses, the next step is always within reach.
Chisholm Institute Frankston Campus.
Chisholm Institute Frankston Campus.
Monash University Peninsula Campus boasts 16,000 enrolled students.
Monash University Peninsula Campus.