Australian International Academy

Melbourne, Australia

  • Day School

  • 1983

  • $ N/A-N/A

    • Australian

School History & Details

The Academy was founded in 1983 under the name King Khalid Islamic College, marking it as the first Islamic school in Australia. The initial primary campus buildings, located in Coburg, a suburb of Melbourne, were acquired in 1982 through a generous donation from the late King Khalid of Saudi Arabia. In honor of this contribution, both the primary and secondary school campuses were named after him. The secondary education segment in Melbourne commenced in 1991, initially offering classes for Years 7 and 8. This program has since expanded to include Year 12 VCE and IB classes, which were introduced in 1995. The Melbourne Secondary Campus of the Academy, located in North Coburg approximately 12 kilometers north of Melbourne, was inaugurated in 1995. Additionally, a new campus was established in Caroline Springs, to the west of Melbourne, in 2014.

    School Values

  • Respect
  • Responsibility
  • Integrity
  • Honesty
School Achievements

Achievements

AIA proudly stands as the first and only Muslim institution in the southern hemisphere to provide all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programs: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP). The academy recently celebrated the remarkable accomplishments of its Class of 2024, showcasing their academic excellence and significant contributions to the school community.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

AIA students demonstrate their commitment to sports excellence by engaging in a variety of competitions, such as the Bachar Houli Cup and the Islamic School Sports Carnival. These events not only highlight their athletic abilities but also emphasize the importance of teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.  In addition to sports, the academy nurtures creativity through initiatives like the Personal Projects at the Melbourne Senior Campus. Here, Year 10 students have the opportunity to express their passions and showcase their innovative ideas, fostering a culture of creativity and self-expression.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Aaliya Fanham: An alumna of AIA, Aaliya has been featured in the academy’s alumni profiles, reflecting on her experiences and achievements since graduation .  

School Information

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Gafiah Dickinson

Link

+61 03 9350 4533

56 Bakers Road North Coburg, 3058 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • History
  • Sociology
  • Political Science
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • English
  • Social Studies

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