The Hamilton and Alexandra College is an independent, private non-profit, co-educational day and boarding school located in Hamilton, Victoria, Australia. The college came into existence as a co-educational school in 1962 as an amalgamation of the former Hamilton and Western District Boys' College which was founded in 1871, and Alexandra College, founded in 1872. The school has been known as Hamilton College for most of its post amalgamation existence. In the early 21st century, the name of the college was changed to The Hamilton And Alexandra College to reflect its relationship with the former Alexandra College. At year 11 and 12 level, the school teaches the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). The School likes to think of themselves as Hamilton's leading educational facility, with some of the highest Enter scores in the state. Sporting an average class size of 18. The school offers a range of extra-curricular activities including outdoor education, choirs, jazz bands, a string ensemble and a concert band, drama and debating. Sports offered include rowing and equestrian. The College has two campuses within Hamilton.