Campus and facilities
Recognised for our award-winning facilities and highly considered campus, we take great care to ensure that all areas of our school are well-maintained, comfortable and inspire learning.
Key learning environments
Performing Arts Centre, St George’s
A heritage-listed former church transformed into a world-class theatre that was awarded the George Knight (Heritage Excellence) Award, 2024 Victorian Architecture Award. This space features:
- Next-generation sound and lighting systems (L-ISA), similar to the one in the refurbished Opera House
- Special sprung floor for dance and movement
- Electronically controlled blackout curtains for various performance configurations
- Flexible seating for almost 400 spectators
Centre for Inquiry and Innovation (CII)
A hub for research and deep learning recognised at the 2024 Australian Education Awards for innovation in student-centred design. Key features:
- Adaptable spaces for collaborative and individual learning
- STEM, 3D printing, and technology resources
- Student-influenced multi-functional rooms
Allan Pizzey Building (Prep–Year 6)
Dynamic classrooms designed for:
- Seamless learning across areas
- Team teaching and collaboration
- Student autonomy and self-reliance
- Breakout spaces for study, play, and social interaction
The Octavius Brown Community Garden
Hands-on experience growing produce, caring for chickens, and understanding food sustainability and how to trace their food’s path from plant to plate. Winner of the 2014 Victorian Schools Garden Awards: “Most Habitat-Friendly Garden” and “Best Garden”.
Sisters’ Building (Years 7–12)
Purpose-built learning centre supporting senior students with a strong sense of space and community.
Frank Woods House (Years P–9)
Opened in April 1985, Frank Woods House is among St Michael’s most prominent and character-filled buildings. Today, it is home to the Years 4 to 9 Art and Design studios.
Knowledge Commons (ELC–Year 12)
The library within The Gipson Commons is called the Knowledge Commons. This space blends traditional books with digital media and ICT resources to support learning. Students also have access to AV equipment, robots, and a 3D printer.
Other notable facilities
- 25m six-lane swimming pool
- Basketball stadium and outdoor courts
- Fully equipped gymnasium and dance studio
- Hockey pitches and netball courts
Students also benefit from world-class sporting facilities nearby at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre and Lakeside Stadium.
St Michael’s is one of Australia’s leading independent coeducational schools, educating more than 1200 students from Kindergarten to VCE. We acknowledge the Boonwurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which St Michael’s stands. We pay respect to their ancestors, elders and emerging leaders, and we are committed to reconciliation through authentic relationships and continued cultural learning.
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