Enrolment / frequently asked questions
FAQs
What year levels does Maranatha teach?
Endeavour Hills goes from ELC to Year 12. (Our ELC building is currently at Doveton with plans to move to Endeavour Hills) Officer goes from ELC to Year 6 with future plans for a Middle School.
What if my family are not Christians, can we still apply?
Please refer to our Enrolment Process. Limited places may be available for families that are not currently attending a church.
Is Maranatha a select entry school?
No, we are not a select entry school. Enrolment is not based on an entrance exam result. Please refer to Enrolment for more details.
Do you offer education to overseas students?
Yes, however the student must hold a dependant visa. The parent must either have a student visa or a working visa.
Does the school offer scholarship?
Maranatha strives to keep our fees low for all families. We have limited scholarship places for children who have been through trauma. For more information please see Scholarship.
Do you have a waiting pool?
Yes, a waitingpool exists for several year levels. Early applications are encouraged. Please refer to our Enrolment process for priorities regarding the waitlist.
Can I transfer between campuses?
Transfers between the Endeavour Hills and Officer campuses are not automatic. Families may request a transfer by submitting a written application outlining the reason for the request to the Principal.
All requests are subject to both availability and the best interests of the wider school community.
Transfers are usually considered for the start of a new school year, with mid‑year requests only assessed in exceptional circumstances. Priority may be given to families living within close proximity of the requested campus.
Do you charge an application fee?
No, we do not charge an application fee. An enrolment fee of $250 per family is collected once interviews have been completed. A security deposit of $750 is charged and credited in Term 4 of child’s Prep year at Maranatha.
Where is my child on the waitlist?
When a place for your child becomes available, we will be in contact to send a letter of offer.
What are the school fees?
Please refer to our Enrolment tab under Prospectus and Fee Information.
When will formal offers be made and how do I accept the offer?
A formal offer will generally be made one year ahead, with payment of an application fee and signed acceptance of the Parent Partnership agreement required by the date nominated in the formal offer to secure the place. A security deposit will be requested to confirm the position.
What are the maximum class sizes?
ELC has 20 – 22 in a class. Our Preps have 24 and our Primary and Secondary have a maximum of 26 in a class. Our VCE classes are smaller to cater for the variety of subjects.
Is there a compulsory school uniform and if so, where do I purchase it from?
Yes, we have a compulsory school uniform from ELC to Year 12. You can order new school uniforms from Noone. Parents will be able to buy and sell second hand uniforms at Sustainable School Shop. Please refer to School Uniform in the Family Resources Hub for more details
Do you have a canteen?
Our Endeavour Hills Campus has a School canteen. Officer Campus provides hot food and other items on certain days from a local cafe. For more information about this please see our Family Resources Hub
Do you have before and after school care?
Both Officer and Endeavour Hills campuses offer some type of before and after school care. Please refer to Before and After School Care in the Family Resources Hub for more details.
Does Maranatha have school zones?
No. You do not need to live within a particular area to attend Maranatha Christian School.
Do you have a school bus?
Yes. Please refer to Bus Information in the Family Resources Hub for more details.
