Our Results - 2024
Celebrating our Class of 2024
The Class of 2024 have demonstrated optimism, commitment and resilience that has enabled them to embrace their final year of secondary studies. Every student has been provided with the opportunity to achieve success through the commitment of their teachers, the support of their peers, and our School’s desire to support each individual.
We are excited to share with you the combined results of our 2024 VCE and IB students, of whom we are incredibly proud.
– Our combined median ATAR for 2024 was 90.15
– 7 % of our students received an ATAR of 99 or above
– 14 % of our students received an ATAR of 98 or above
– 51 % of our students received an ATAR of 90 or above
– 79 % of our students received an ATAR of 80 or above.
“The Class of 2024 have wholeheartedly engaged with their studies and co-curricular studies, demonstrating resilience and determination. The personal and emotional support they have offered to their friends and peers has played a significant part in their achievements.”
Susan Just, Principal
VCE Results
With over 43% of our students achieving an ATAR over 90, and 13% achieving an ATAR over 98, our VCE results highlight the strength and breadth of our academic program, our unwavering support for each student’s individual journey, the expertise of our teachers, and the dedication and camaraderie of our girls.
Two students scored perfect study scores of 50.
Jiaying (Joy) Shen
ATAR 99.65
Dux of VCE
We congratulate Jiaying (Joy) Shen on her outstanding results in VCE – achieving an ATAR of 99.65.
Jiaying has proven herself to be a mature and intelligent young woman and has made a valued contribution to the school.
She is renowned for being a hardworking student who is willing to persevere and devote additional time to producing work of the best quality she can achieve.
In addition to receiving academic distinctions for VCE Mathematical Methods and VCE Chinese SLA, at Valedictory Joy received the Award for English as an Additional Language, the RH Street Memorial Award for Mathematics (VCE) and the VCE General Excellence Award.
An interest in STEM has seen Joy receive a credit for the Australian Science Olympiads-Chemistry and a distinction for the International Chemistry Quiz. She has received credits in the Australian Mathematics Competition.
Jiaying has involved herself in several House and school activities. She has participated in cross country and swimming, while she has also enjoyed running club at school. She has achieved a debating badge for DAV debating and participated in the linguistics club, winning a silver medal for the Australian Computational and Linguistics Olympiad in 2023.
“Jiaying is a sincere and thoughtful young woman and she has established positive relationships with both peers and teachers alike. We wish her success as she moves on to the next phase of her life.”
Susan Just – Principal
IB Results
Lauriston is committed to offering the International Baccalaureate as an alternative program to the VCE, and it has been running at Lauriston for over 30 years.
With 18% achieving a score of 42 or above (equivalent to an ATAR of 98 or above) and 82% of our IB students achieving a score of 35 or above (equivalent to an ATAR over 90), our IB results highlight the commitment and organisation demonstrated by our students, and the support they have provided each other and received from our expert educators.
Strong scores were achieved across the entire cohort with a median IB score of 40 (96.60 equivalent median ATAR).
Si Lin (Kathlin) Qiu
IB Score 44
Dux of IB
We congratulate Si Lin (Kathlin) Qiu on her outstanding results in IB – achieving an IB Score of 44 (equivalent ATAR 99.60).
Si Lin (Kathlin) embodies what it means to be a Lauristonian – she is a highly engaged learner, bringing into the classroom an enquiring mind and a desire to master complex concepts.
At Valedictory 2024, Si Lin (Kathlin) was presented the Queen’s Cup – a prestigious award for service to the School. She was also awarded the Evelyn Munro Award for Biology, The Knight Family award for Chemistry, The LPA Award for Chinese, The RH Street Memorial Award for Mathematics (IB) and the IB General Excellence Award. These were in addition to the awards and prizes Kathlin received in Year 11 including the OLA Outstanding Citizenship Award.
An interest in STEM has seen Si Lin (Kathlin) achieve a distinction in the ICAS Science Competition, high distinctions in the Australian Science Olympiads – Biology, the Big Science Competition, and the Australian Science Olympiads – Chemistry. In Mathematics, Si Lin (Kathlin) has achieved a high distinction in the ICAS Mathematics Competition and the Australian Mathematics Competition and the Kangourous sans Frontieres Maths Competition. She received a silver medal in 2023 and a gold medal in 2024 for the Australian Computational and Linguistics Olympiad.
Apart from her academic studies, Si Lin (Kathlin) has made the most of the co-curricular opportunities available at Lauriston. Her involvement in Music has been extensive, with membership of Lauriston Orchestra, chamber strings, percussion ensemble, symphonic band, senior string orchestra, string quartet and chamber music ensemble. She has been a member of Lauriana, Lauriston Voices and Anthem Choir.
Si Lin (Kathlin) was equally involved in sport, representing Lauriston in volleyball and softball and achieving her 200kms badge for running. Her involvement in School Clubs has also been extensive, with participation in Philosophy club, Linguistics club, STEM club, Greenies, Amnesty and Library reviewers
Given her high level of organisation and leadership skills it was fitting that Si Lin (Kathlin) was elected as a Prefect in her final year. She was also the Instrumental Captain – Keyboards and Softball Captain.
“It was a pleasure to work with Si Lin (Kathlin) as a Prefect where she demonstrated positive leadership and good organisational skills. We wish her success as she moves on to the next phase of her life.”
Susan Just – Principal
Pippa Caillard
ATAR 99.50
Pippa has proven herself to be an outstanding student with exceptional talent in several subjects. She has been awarded a number of distinctions and prizes in French, Biology, Mathematics and Sciences. She was awarded a VCE General Excellence Award and was the recipient of the Year 12 Class of 1990 Award, a testament to her exceptional character and contribution to Lauriston Girls’ School.
Pippa has contributed to Lauriston across the full spectrum of co-curricular pursuits and has proven herself to be an outstanding musician, debater and sportsperson. This culminated in a prefect leadership role in 2024. In this role Pippa was responsible for the Environmental Club and Reconciliation committee as part of her Prefect portfolio.
“Pippa has fully immersed herself in life at Lauriston. Her positive, respectful and supportive manner has endeared her to her fellow students and teachers. We wish her success as she moves into the next phase of her life.
Susan Just – Principal
Zixin (Coco) Zhou
ATAR 99.15
Zixin’s (Coco) diligent and engaged approach during her time at Lauriston has ensured she has excelled in her studies. Zixin (Coco) has achieved credits in the Australian Mathematics Competition and the Kangourous sans Frontieres Maths Competition. She has received a bursary for the Science Talent Search. Zixin was awarded a silver medal for the Australian Computational and Linguistics Olympiad.
“Zixin is an independent and resilient young woman who has made a positive contribution to life at Lauriston.”
Susan Just – Principal
Xintian (Bella) Li
ATAR 99.10
Xintian was awarded Academic Distinctions in VCE English and VCE Mathematics as well as a VCE General Excellence Award, which reflects her hard work, dedication, and abilities in her subjects. She also received the OLA Merrifield award for English, a recognition of her outstanding achievements and commitment to excellence.
She has received a merit for the Science Talent Search, credits for the Australian Mathematics Competition and the Kangourou sans Frontieres Maths Competition. Her silver medal in the Australian Computational and Linguistics Olympiad was well deserved.
Bella has also been a keen debater, a Friday Night school Tutor and member of Lauriston Voices.
Susan Just – Principal
Antong (Audrey) Yao
IB Score 44
Antong (Audrey) has proven herself to be an outstanding student with exceptional talent in several subjects. She has been awarded a number of distinctions including a Lauriston academic distinction in IBDP Theatre SL and Economics HL and Lauriston LPA Award for Economics.
Her interest in STEM has also seen her achieve achieve credits in the Australian Mathematics Competition and the Kangourou sans Frontieres Maths Competition. She has achieved a distinction in the 2024 Kangourou sans Frontieres Maths Competition and proficiency in the Australian Mathematics Competition. In the Big Science Competition, Antong achieved a credit, a bursary for the Science Talent Search and a high distinction in the International Chemistry Quiz.
Antong (Audrey) has contributed to Lauriston across the full spectrum of co-curricular pursuits and has proven herself to be a dedicated musician and sportsperson which resulted in her being awarde the L & J Amarasekara Prize for Leadership and Contribution to Lauriston.
“Antong’s (Audrey) success demonstrates her dedication to her studies and the importance of a positive mindset. Her leadership has left a significant impact within the school community.”
Susan Just – Principal
Chengyun (Tina) Wang
IB Score 43
Consistency, hard work and organisation are three of the traits that have helped Chengyun (Tina) achieve success during her time at Lauriston.
Chengyun (Tina) has received academic distinctions for Year 11 VCE Mathematics Methods, Year 11 IB Analysis and Approaches HL Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics. She was the recipient of the LPA Award for Social Sciences.
An interest in STEM has seen Chengyun (Tina) achieve a prize and a high distinction for the Australian Mathematics Competition, and a high distinction for the Kangourou sans Frontieres Maths Competition. Chengyun (Tina) has achieved a high distinction for the Big Science Competition, distinctions for the Australian Science Olympiads in both Chemistry and Physics and a high distinction in the International Chemistry Quiz. Chengyun (Tina) achieved a silver medal in the Australian Computational and Linguistics Olympiad. In 2024 she attended the Spirit AI holiday program.
As one of our International Captains, Chengyun (Tina) has organised several events for students and staff to participate in which encourage intercultural understanding. She has also made a significant and enthusiastic contribution via her participation in House Sports, Music and several school clubs including Philosophy and Linguistics clubs, Greenies, Economics club and Library Reviewers. She was a valued member of the debating team and has achieved her Gold Duke of Edinburgh award.
“Chengyun (Tina) has fully immersed herself in life at Lauriston Girls’ School. She has a positive and thoughtful manner and is well respected for her intelligence and personal qualities. We wish her success as she moves on to the next phase of her life.”
Susan Just – Principal
Maxine Fan
IB Score 42
Maxine is an insightful and focused student, whose contribution to life at Lauriston is highly valued.
A highly diligent student, she has been awarded academic distinctions for English, Design and Digital Thinking, Humanities, Mathematics and Year 11 IB Theatre. A talented writer, she was the recipient of the Lauristonian Creative Writing Prize. Participation in the Australian Computational and Linguistics Olympiad has seen her awarded a silver medal in 2023 and a gold medal in 2024.
In her final year of school, Maxine was elected Debating Caption. Her participation in the Debators Association of Victoria (DAV) competitions has been complimented by her performances on stage with Anthem Choir, Lauriston Voices and in the Scotch/Lauriston Musical.
An active participant in House Sport and Music, Maxine has also been actively involved in School clubs for Philosophy, Linguistics, Creative Writing group and Library Reviewers.
“Maxine is thoughtful and quietly determined to achieve all that she sets out to accomplish. We wish her success as she moves to the next phase of her life.”
Susan Just – Principal
Creative talent in the VCE Season of Excellence
The annual Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority’s (VCAA) VCE Season of Excellence showcases a sample of outstanding students, comprising of Top Class, Top Acts, Top Designs, Top Arts, Top Talks and Top Screen, presented from February to June.
We congratulate these students for this recognition by the VCAA, and for their commitment to their work.
- NGV Top Arts: Alice Murray
- NGV Top Arts: Minji Kim
- Top Class Drama and Theatre Studies : Tess Davies
- Top Class Drama and Theatre Studies : Eva Henshaw
- Top Class Drama and Theatre Studies : Alice Murray
2024 Telstra AFLW Draft
Congratulations to Amelia Dethridge, for being selected by Melbourne AFLW in the 2024 Telstra AFLW Draft.
Testament to her work ethic, Amelia was awarded Lauriston’s Sir Angus Mitchell Award (Senior) at Valedictory this year, for all round achievement in her studies and sport.
“We are delighted that Amelia has been chosen to play in the AFLW in 2025. Amelia is a talented all-round sportsperson and we appreciate the contribution she made to Lauriston sport across a variety of sports, including AFL, hockey and swimming. She was co-Sports Captain in her final year and her leadership inspired our students to participate in and enjoy sport.”
Susan Just, Principal
Rob Cooper, Director of Sport
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