Gilson College is a Christian school, located in the Melbourne suburbs of Mernda and Taylors Hill, Victoria, Australia.

[2][3][4][5] Gilson College traces its beginnings to the mid-1970s when a primary school was established in the suburb of Pascoe Vale in Melbourne’s northwest.

[6] The following individuals have served as College Principal: The Taylors Hill campus is set on 10 hectares (25 acres) of land near Caroline Springs, on the western outskirts of Melbourne.

The Mernda Campus is set on 13 hectares (32 acres) of land in the northern suburbs of the city that consists of an Administration block, and a Junior School complex.

The Mernda campus has had a number of minor developments including a canteen, and recently a new middle / senior school complex with library has been opened.

The College was established due to the parents of the local Adventist churches who wished to raise their children within a Christian environment.

Consultation with current and/or previous schools, teachers and referees will take place where applicable, in addition to a National Police Check for all parents or guardians.

In the F–10 years, the College follows the Australian Curriculum for the eight learning areas which focuses on general capabilities and cross-curriculum priorities.

In addition, the College utilises the Encounter program, which uses rigorous pedagogical practice and 21st century learning strategies as it explores and develops personal reasons for faith, lifestyle choices, and ethical decision-making from an Adventist worldview, all the while nurturing interpersonal relationships and service to others.