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Welcome
from our Principal
Michelle Winch
Welcome to Matthew Flinders Girls’ Secondary College. I am Michelle Winch, Principal of this wonderful school.
For more than 165 years, Matthew Flinders has been dedicated to empowering girls and enabling excellence. As a girls-only school, we provide a learning environment where every student is known, supported and challenged, and where girls are encouraged to be heard, lead with confidence and pursue their aspirations.
Our expert teachers combine high expectations with genuine care, building strong foundations in literacy, critical thinking and problem-solving so students are well prepared to participate confidently in our democratic society.
My own professional journey began in biomedical science and biotechnology before I entered teaching through the Teach for Australia program. I hold a Master of Teaching and a Master of Instructional Leadership from the University of Melbourne and have held many diverse leadership roles. These experiences strongly shape my commitment to high-quality instruction, strong curriculum design and excellent outcomes for every student.
Above all, Matthew Flinders exists to empower girls and enable excellence, ensuring every student has the confidence to thrive, contribute and lead. I warmly invite you to learn more about our school community and the opportunities available at Matthew Flinders.
our School Council President
David McKinnis
As a parent of a Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary School student, I am proud to be the President of the School Council.
Our school is located on the lands of the Wadawurrung People, and I pay my respects to their elders Past and Present and thank them for the continued care they have taken of this beautiful country for tens of thousands of years.
The school’s leadership team, teachers and students are amazing. Their progressive approach to education comforts me that I have chosen the right school for my daughter to learn, develop and achieve.
At School Council we have a specific role to play in the ongoing governance of the school. We will ensure that all council members input is heard and encouraged, and outcomes/decisions are in accordance with consensus of the group. Our School Council represents a cross sectional representation of our school community and the decisions we make and the input we provide is centred around the school’s core values. At the heart of every decision is the desire to continue to make progressive improvement in the learning opportunities for students.
In addition to the School Council, members also sit on the School’s Sub Committee’s (Buildings and Grounds, Reconciliation, School Policy and Finance) ensuring we continue to meet requirements and expectations in these key areas.
MEET OUR SCHOOL CAPTAINS
August Messer
Hey everyone! My name is August, and I’m really excited to be one of the 2026 College Captains. Through various activities such as tennis, debating, choir, and leadership, the MFG community has become a space where I can grow, learn, and discover who I am.
I love working with new people, and I believe that teamwork is not only essential but also fun! Through my time at MFG, I have had the opportunity to work with so many different people in various contexts, allowing me to gain an appreciation for the unique and diverse perspectives everyone brings to the table.
I am a passionate learner who is particularly interested in language and humanities, and who ardently believes in the importance of democracy in everyday life. As such, as part of my capacity as school captain, I hope to help other students become more aware of the world around them and become active members in local and global politics.
I’m honoured to represent MFG in 2026, and I look forward to helping our community continue to grow, connect, and make a difference together.
