Preshil

What Preshil does

Preshil (legally "Preshil, The Margaret Lyttle Memorial School") is an independent, non-sectarian, coeducational K-12 private school based in Kew, Victoria, Australia. Founded by Greta Lyttle in the 1920s, the school operates a progressive, child-centred educational philosophy spanning 3-4 year-old Kindergarten through Year 12, with delivery split across campuses: Arlington (Primary, Kindergarten to Year 6) at 395 Barkers Road, Kew; Blackhall (Secondary, Years 7-12) at 12-26 Sackville Street, Kew; and a third site under development, the Lincoln Square Senior Studio in Carlton, scheduled to open in 2028 for Year 9-12 students. Secondary students can pursue the International Baccalaureate (IB), Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), VCE Vocational Major (VM), or Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways.

The school's core product is a full K-12 educational experience layered with creative and performing arts (Visual Art, Drama, Music), extracurricular programming (Chess Club, Wednesday Activities Program), wellbeing services, and a Careers Hub. Technology is limited to standard school administration: the Compass learning management system is used for family communication, attendance, reporting, and portal access, and there is no proprietary technology platform, AI capability, or app product. The technology stack is therefore non-differentiated and does not constitute an investment-grade asset.

Preshil generates revenue through recurring tuition and enrolment fees across its programs, with fees published on the school's website but specific amounts undisclosed in public sources. The school recruits families through direct-to-consumer channels: campus tours, open mornings, online enquiry and application forms, an active social media presence (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram), a weekly newsletter, parent community events, and earned media coverage. Governance rests with a School Council; there is no parent company, no external PE/VC ownership, and no M&A activity recorded.

Name

Preshil

Legal name

Preshil, The Margaret Lyttle Memorial School

Website

https://preshil.vic.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Preshil is an independent, non-sectarian K-12 private school in Melbourne, Australia, offering progressive education from Kindergarten through Year 12 across multiple campuses, with secondary pathways including IB, VCE, VM, and VET.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Kew

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Enrolment Fees: Preshil generates revenue primarily through school fees charged to enrolled families. Fee schedules are published on the school's website with information on Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary tuition, scholarships, and financial assistance options.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Preshil is an independent, non-sectarian, coeducational private school in Melbourne delivering a progressive, child-centred education from Kindergarten (3–4 years) through Year 12 across its Arlington and Blackhall campuses in Kew. The school sells enrolment in its academic programs (Primary, Middle, and Secondary School) plus senior pathways (IB, VCE, VCE Vocational Major, VET), supplemented by Creative and Performing Arts, Wellbeing, Careers, and extracurricular Activities programs, with revenue generated primarily through recurring tuition and enrolment fees paid by families.

Product overview

Preshil is an independent, non-sectarian private school offering a progressive educational program from Kindergarten (3-4 years) through to Year 12. The school operates across two main campuses: Arlington (Kindergarten to Year 6) and Blackhall (Years 7-12). Secondary students can pursue the International Baccalaureate (IB), Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), VCE Vocational Major (VM), or Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways. The school features a dedicated Creative and Performing Arts program (Visual Art, Drama, Music), extracurricular Activities Program, Chess Club, Wellbeing support services, and a Careers Hub. A new Senior Studio campus at Lincoln Square is scheduled to open in 2028. The school also partners with Classroom Cuisine for lunch ordering services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kindergarten Program Play-based learning program for 3–4 year olds at the Arlington campus, supporting curiosity, imagination, and early independence through hands-on activities and strong relationships.
• Primary School (Arlington Campus) Prep to Year 6 program at the Arlington campus (395 Barkers Road, Kew) featuring imaginative, real-world projects, creative thinking, collaboration, and self-direction in a warm environment with small classes and team teaching.
• Middle School Year 7–8 program designing learning around individual students, focusing on identity, confidence, agency, and connection through inquiry, play, nature, and relationships.
• Secondary School (Blackhall Campus) Year 9–12 program at the Blackhall campus (12–26 Sackville Street, Kew) offering flexible pathways including IB, VCE, VET, and VCE Vocational Major (VM), preparing students for life beyond school.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) International diploma program offered at the secondary level, providing a globally recognised pre-university qualification as one of Preshil's senior pathways.
• Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Victorian secondary school certification enabling students to pursue university or vocational pathways upon completion.
• VCE Vocational Major (VM) Vocational Major program combining classroom learning with practical skills and work placement experience.
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) Vocational training programs providing students with practical skills and qualifications alongside their secondary education.
• Creative and Performing Arts Program Encompasses Visual Art, Drama, and Music programs across primary and secondary levels, including school productions staged at Chapel Off Chapel.
• Chess Club Weekly chess lessons at Preshil led by International Master and FIDE-accredited trainer Leonid Sandler (Chess Australia Pty Ltd), developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Activities Program Wednesday afternoon elective program offering cooking, science, playwriting, experimental film, claymation, soccer, maths extension, fibre arts, and box wars.
• Wellbeing Program Student wellbeing support including Grow Your Mind character strengths, the 'Grab Five' wellbeing approach, and partnerships with external wellbeing providers.
• Careers Hub Career guidance and pathways support including pathways newsletters, life and money management guides, work experience opportunities, and parent resources.

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Compass Education (Compass LMS)coreTechnology or IntegrationPreshil uses the Compass learning management system as its primary family-facing platform for communication, attendance tracking, reporting, and parent/student portal access. Families log in via https://preshil-vic.compass.education/login.aspx.
• Classroom CuisineminorOthersPreshil offers families access to Classroom Cuisine, an online lunch ordering service providing fresh, seasonal lunches delivered to the school.
• Chess Australia Pty LtdminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChess Australia Pty Ltd offers weekly Chess Club lessons at Preshil, led by International Master and FIDE-accredited trainer Leonid Sandler. Chess supports critical thinking, problem-solving, and confidence in students.
• Adam Wallace (Children's Author)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreshil partnered with bestselling children's author Adam Wallace (10 million+ books sold, 170+ titles) for the launch of 'Hatman' at the school, including author workshops for students across all classes.
• Chapel Off ChapelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreshil's annual school productions are staged at Chapel Off Chapel, a professional theatre venue in Melbourne that hosts the school's theatre performances.
• Local Business Donors (Bennets Quality Meats, Bakers Delight, Toscano's, Going Gourmet)minorOthersLocal businesses including Bennets Quality Meats, Bakers Delight, Toscano's, and Going Gourmet have made donations to support school community events such as Summer Sol, Valedictory, and Doo Dah celebrations.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Geelong Grammar School: Victoria-based boarding and day school with multiple campuses and a strong IB offering. Comparable to Preshil's progressive-leaning positioning and pathway breadth, though primarily serving a wider Victorian/regional catchment.

Direct peers

• Caulfield Grammar School: Multi-campus Melbourne independent school offering K-12 with IB and VCE pathways. Comparable to Preshil in operating across multiple campuses in metropolitan Melbourne and offering multiple senior credentials.
• Melbourne Grammar School: Established Melbourne private boys' school offering K-12 with multiple senior pathways. Comparable to Preshil as a long-standing, high-fee independent school serving Melbourne families.
• Mount Scopus Memorial College: Large Jewish progressive day school in Melbourne with multiple campuses and a child-centred philosophy. Comparable to Preshil as a progressive, independent Melbourne school serving K-12 with strong community identity.
• Wesley College Melbourne: Leading Melbourne independent school offering multi-campus K-12 education including IB and VCE pathways. Comparable to Preshil in offering multiple senior pathways and operating as a high-fee independent in metropolitan Melbourne.
• Sophia Mundi Steiner School: Inner-Melbourne Steiner school offering progressive K-12 education with an arts-rich, inquiry-based curriculum. Directly comparable to Preshil's progressive, child-led pedagogy and inner-Melbourne catchment.
• Scotch College: Iconic Melbourne private boys' school with K-12 offering and IB pathway. Comparable to Preshil as a long-established Melbourne independent offering the IB diploma and serving local fee-paying families.
• Haileybury: One of Australia's largest independent schools, operating multiple Melbourne campuses across K-12 with multiple senior pathways. Comparable to Preshil in the Melbourne private K-12 market and pathway breadth (IB, VCE, VET).
• The King David School: Progressive Jewish day school in Melbourne serving K-12 with an emphasis on individual learning and inclusive community. Comparable to Preshil as a values-driven, progressive alternative school in metropolitan Melbourne.
• Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School: Steiner/Waldorf progressive independent school in Melbourne offering K-12 education with a child-centred, creativity-led philosophy. Highly comparable to Preshil's progressive, non-sectarian alternative education model in the same Melbourne market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/Preshil-The-Margaret-Lyttle-Memorial-School/125924277529881
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/preshil
• Instagraminstagram.com/preshilschool
• Xx.com/preshilkew

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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