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Welcome to Catholic Schools the elected term but a pledge magazine to press without their Feature Editorials Feature Editorials Directory Listing Guide 2015 edition; a celebration made solely on the basis of professionalism and dedication. Our Future Leaders Our Future Leaders - of leadership in our secondary generations ahead. Make one schools. great decision that will benefi t Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - ACU Secondary Colleges society in 50 years time. I wonder The Colleges choose to advertise Our Future Leaders if all our leaders in all facets of in the Guide, but of course there is Each year our Guide carries a life looked occasionally through no compulsion to do so. That said, different theme. This year, our that lens what an extraordinary on page 10, you will fi nd a handy theme is ‘Our Future Leaders’. difference it would make. directory, which has a full list of 8 9 10 It is from the classrooms of today every Catholic Secondary College that the leaders of business, Our feature writers this year in Sydney. At our website sports, arts, science, politics, law are Dr Stephen Brown from the www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Index Locations Open Days & and medicine will arise. In just a Education Leadership you will fi nd information on the Tours few short years, these young men Institute who provides insight in Colleges plus articles on various and women will be charged with the strategic thinking to develop topics. Importantly, the Guide is carrying the torch of leadership that great leadership within schools; distributed free to families via the each generation thrusts upon the Professor Geraldine Castleton, Catholic Primary School network. It next, albeit occasionally reluctantly! from ACU complements this on is also available at most parishes, how leadership is being fostered municipal libraries, childcare Across the Catholic education within the tertiary setting; while centres and Catholic bookshops. 11 12 13 network our teachers are charged Dr Tony Bracken writes on student with great responsibility. They leadership. I am grateful for their Caritas Australia must foster and develop great expertise and reminded of the Once again, the Catholic Schools College Caritas Australia thinking - as the famous quote words of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Guide is proud to be supporting attributed to William Arthur Ward “If you want to build a ship, don’t the work of Caritas Australia. Presentations goes, “The mediocre teacher tells. drum up the people to gather wood, In 2015, Project Compassion The good teacher explains. The divide the work, and give orders. focuses on the right to food. superior teacher demonstrates. Instead, teach them to yearn for the There is enough food produced The great teacher inspires.” vast and endless sea.” But make in the world, yet over one billion sure there is a plan attached! people worldwide go hungry every Society yearns for great thinking day. And, as Pope Francis noted and great visionary leadership. The Guide is put together by a in 2013, around one-third of all 14 44 (think Mandela, think Pope Francis) small and dedicated team who food produced in our planet goes Transformational change is possible are passionate about presenting to waste. Project Compassion Catholic Schools Guide is an independent publication published by Catholic Schools Guide Pty Ltd. The contents if we start thinking not for the now a publication of excellence, I is one of Australia’s largest of Catholic Schools Guide are copyright and may not be reproduced in any form, either whole or in part, without but for years ahead - what kind of am especially grateful to our annual humanitarian fundraising written permission from the publisher. The content of this publication should be used as a guide; further enquiries or questions regarding school information must be taken up with the relevant Colleges. While every society do we want for our children? sub-editor Master in Applied campaigns. Please encourage your effort has been made to ensure that the information provided in this publication is accurate, the publisher of Linguistics, Stephen Campitelli; school or College, if not already this Guide is not responsible and will not be held liable for any errors or omissions. The publisher accepts I was refl ecting on the recent production coordinator Kristy involved, to get on board! no responsibility for the information supplied or changes subsequent to the date of publication. Further, the state elections. Wouldn’t it be Nimmo; and the design team publisher will not be held liable for the misuse of any information gained from this Guide. This document has been produced to international environmental management standard ISO14001. Designed and Printed inspiring that if one pledge of at Ellikon – Phil and Phillips – Greg Campitelli by Ellikon - Print • People • Planet, www.ellikon.com.au. © 2015 Catholic Schools Guide Pty Ltd. government was not for today or we simply could not put this Publishing Editor

6 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders This edition is dedicated to Cedric and Mary New www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Our Next Generation of School Leader – a Vital Investment? by Dr Stephen Brown, CEO, QELi. BA, Grad. Dip.Teach, Grad.Dip.Ed. Admin, MA (London), Ed.D, FACEL, FAAIM, GAICD.

In all aspects of life the need for outstanding Mercer in 2013, noted that only 10 per cent of trust and regard for children, parents and peers. School leaders must develop a fl uency about their leadership is immutable. The evidence is clear Australia’s top 100 ASX businesses had identifi ed The successful school leaders display authenticity work that not only is about technical and subject that in high performing schools we have wonderful their future generation of leaders. A very interesting and interest in others (Duignan, 2014). Parents knowledge, but a never ending desire to provide leaders – talented, passionate individuals who hold statistic to refl ect on in relation to the school sector. and students want to know that their school’s outstanding professional practice that involves at the heart of their work a deep sense of moral leaders and staff care about them. Simply, children fi nding the keys to motivating and supporting our purpose – the desire and drive to make a difference The need is just as acute in the schooling sector. don’t learn from people (teachers) they don’t teachers to make that difference for our children. in the lives of young people. Do these outstanding like! Moreover, high performing schools and their educational leaders emerge by osmosis or chance? Succession planning, the commitment to building a leaders display aspiration for all children despite 4) Resilience, responsive and innovative Some do, but the vast majority don’t. They develop distributed leadership culture and fostering the next their circumstance and need a moral purpose The disruptive, ever-changing and turbid world in and continue to refi ne their leadership practices generation of leaders are very real and immediate that I noted earlier in this article. The research which we live will challenge our school leaders to through coaching, mentoring and other professional reasons for identifying future leaders. Regrettably, validates this – greater levels of student and parent be responsive, innovative and highly able strategic learning opportunities to ensure that they are the the sustained and focussed investment in high engagement improves individual outcomes. thinkers. The challenges presented to leaders will best professionals they can be. quality leadership development remains an ongoing require leaders in our schools to display high levels issue for the sector. There needs to be a ‘pipeline’ 2) Ability to be self-refl ective of collaboration; measured risk taking; vulnerability The need for good leadership of future leaders developed but regrettably in too Related to the above, the next quality I would suggest to learning and possibility; personal resilience; and High performing schools, and indeed organisations, many schools the development, of leadership is left is a desired one for any leader, current or future, the fortitude to ask the necessary questions. are characterised by distributed approaches to to chance and circumstance. The development of is the capacity to be self-refl ective and focus on leadership and a concomitant, deliberate investment our school leaders, particularly the next generation continuous personal enhancement. Research by The next steps for school leadership in the growth of their current and future leaders. of leaders, should not be seen as discretionary or Harvard Business School (2013) notes that 75% of Parents will continue to expect schools to be safe, All professionals must continue to be committed optional – it is a vital investment that accrues real respondents in a study on the key qualities of high nurturing environments for their children whilst to learning and all organisations are too complex benefi t for our children and our school leaders. performing CEOs were the ability to be refl ective, to equally expecting schools to enhance their global to simply be reliant on the capacity of one or two be honest, affi rming areas of strength and looking for citizenship. The partnerships with school parents individuals. A highly competent principal is a must for Identifying leadership qualities areas of their leadership they could further enhance. and the broader community will be critical for school any school, but they cannot lead alone. Outstanding So, what are the essential skills, characteristics and leaders in moderating the essential features of what principals realise this and nurture leadership in others. or dispositions that should be fostered in our future Typically, outstanding school leaders have a will constitute ‘a good education’. generation of school leaders? Here are some of these: commitment to ongoing personal learning typifi ed by Arguably, the case for having the very best leaders professional reading, learning with peers, a pride in The identifi cation, nurturing and ongoing in our schools is more important than most areas 1) Maximising relationships the work they do and a deep sense of connection to development of current and future school leaders of enterprise. Schools work with our most precious, The most fundamental of these centres around a ‘calling’ rather than the job of school leadership. is a must for any school committed to the moral impressionable people – our children, our future relationships, relationships, relationships. School purpose of education – making a difference in the generation. So, the development of our current and leaders now and into the future will continue to 3) Professional fl uency lives of all children regardless of circumstance and future school leaders must not be left to chance. The be required to effectively and artfully manage a Future school leaders must have that desire to or ability. The immediate and long term cases for need for high quality leaders in all fi elds of endeavour diverse, complex, interconnected and sometimes always improve and commit to what I would term investing in school leadership is strong and has remains an ongoing challenge. Data released by a dysfunctional set of relationships. These ‘professional fl uency’. The education of our wonderful never been more urgent. Great schools are typically leading Australian management consulting company, relationships require leaders who can establish children is a very complex, shared and rewarding job. led by talented educational leaders.

Dr Stephen Brown is the CEO of the Queensland Education Deputy Secretary, Offi ce of Government School Education A National and State fellow of ACEL, last year Dr Brown was Leadership Institute (QELi), developing education leaders (OGSE). Dr Brown was also Executive Director of the Literacy awarded by ACEL (Qld) the prestigious Miller-Grassie Award to improve student outcomes. Attracting participants and Numeracy Secretariat in the Victorian Department of for outstanding leadership in education. from across Australia and the world, QELi is a partnership Education and Early Childhood Development and a member between the Queensland Department of Education, Training of the departmental leadership team. Dr Brown has undertaken consultancies in a range of and Employment, the Queensland Catholic Education settings and contexts within Australia and internationally, Commission and Independent Schools Queensland. Dr Brown has a Doctorate of Education from the including the , , Scotland, Bhutan, Sri of Southern Queensland and a Master of Arts from the Lanka and China. He is a highly regarded expert in the Stephen has more than 30 years education experience University of London. He was awarded the Australian areas of leadership development, organisational renewal in Australia and internationally. Prior to returning to Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL) Nganakarra and redesign, strategy, change management and capability Queensland, he held the positions of Regional Director Award in 2007 and a presidential citation from the same development. of Hume in Victoria and acted in the position of organisation in 2009.

7 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Our Future Leaders - ACU by Professor Geraldine Castleton PhD, MEd (Hons), Grad Dip T, BEd, Cert T

ACU’s mission statement clearly defi nes the kind societies. Education is foundational to the social, • providing leadership in content knowledge: education in Catholic Schools at undergraduate, of institution it is and what it aims to be. It also economic and cultural well-being of any society. From • demonstrating a deep understanding of the postgraduate and doctoral levels. The Academy highlights the qualities of its staff and graduates, earliest times, education has been about a quest for inextricable links between curriculum, teaching will work closely with our Faculty of Theology and stating: “Within the Catholic intellectual tradition knowledge that can benefi t society by focusing on and assessment; Philosophy and the Directorate of Identity and and acting in Truth and Love, Australian Catholic the common good and making a positive difference. • deploying appropriate, differentiated teaching Mission to provide an integrated approach to University is committed to the pursuit of knowledge, At ACU, students’ capacity to ‘make a difference’ strategies and assessment practices that curriculum development, course delivery, continuous the dignity of the human person and the common is greatly enhanced as the education experience is acknowledge and accommodate students’ assessment and formation, and be responsible for good” See: www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/our_ grounded in ‘the Catholic intellectual tradition’ based different learning needs; the delivery of faith engagement activities to our university/mission_and_profi le. on the core mission to act in ‘Truth and Love’. • being expert in the identifi cation and use of students and teachers in religious education. effective resources that aid students’ learning; Staff and students within the Faculty of Education At ACU we carry on the best traditions of Mary • contributing to and encouraging peer mentoring A further example of ACU’s leadership role in working and Arts strive to exemplify the mission in all MacKillop, a recognised leader in education in and review through shared refl ective practice; with current and future leaders in Catholic schools is aspects of our daily lives, whether engaged in Australia. Her commitment to the intellectual, social • facilitating powerful learning opportunities with the launch of the National Centre for Teacher Quality learning and teaching, research or working with our and personal development of students, evidenced in and for colleagues; and Leadership, also housed within the Faculty of stakeholders and our communities. the schools she founded, long before the beginnings • leading and engaging in data-informed practice; Education and Arts. This new Centre has a mandate of a formal public education system, is universally and to lead sustained high-quality professional learning One of the key roles of our Faculty is to prepare acknowledged and respected (Modystack (1985). • actively contributing to continuous improvement and accreditation initiatives for principals, school the next generation of education leaders through ACU’s goal is to ensure that our graduates are in their settings by acting as agents of change leaders, teachers, academics and educational delivering our highly respected initial teacher effective and committed education practitioners who within their communities. consultants. It will achieve these goals by building programs as well as working with already qualifi ed are similarly guided by Truth and Love. As leaders networks across our key stakeholders focusing on: educators undertaking postgraduate coursework in their classrooms and contemporary education Finally, and most importantly, ACU’s Education teacher quality and leadership in the education and research programs. We strive to explore, critique settings, they will provide an excellent education for, programs stress the importance of educators being and higher education; professional experience and and address the various issues and challenges that and act as role models to, the future leaders of our lifelong learners who constantly ask questions workplace learning; and the revision and upgrading are a part of the everyday lives of teachers, leaders, society. of themselves and of their practice to inform and of policy, practice and community engagement with students and carers in educational institutions and improve their capacity to positively impact on key industry partners. communities. Like many educators, I regard the role Fundamental to our understanding is the students’ learning. of educator as affording us a unique privilege that signifi cance of quality teaching in our students’ Please visit www.acu.edu/au/education for news of provides opportunities to touch the lives of young learning pathways. Our programs are underpinned ACU is well-placed to work with educators aspiring these exciting developments. people and play our part in enabling each young by our belief in the role of teachers as leaders who to or holding leadership positions in Catholic person to reach their full potential. In doing so, provide this leadership through a wide range of educational contexts through the LaSalle Academy. History clearly demonstrates the importance we prepare them for their future as educators and roles that contribute to positive student outcomes This Academy, an exciting new ACU initiative, will of strong leaders and leadership in our society. community leaders. and the success of educational institutions and have responsibility for the development, delivery Working with our partners in Catholic education, their communities, including: and quality assurance of teaching and research ACU is playing its part in building strong, visionary None of us would dispute the primary importance • being excellent instructional and curriculum programs. The primary focus is on the development leaders for the future. that education plays in the life of individuals and specialists; and formation of teachers and leaders of religions

Professor Castleton is currently Deputy Dean of the Faculty schooling to workplaces, has had a distinguished track She has been a member of state and national advisory of Education and Arts at Australian Catholic University. record as a teacher educator, and as a researcher and committees on research and curriculum, including as a Formerly Dean and Head of School of Education at the consultant. She has more than 80 publications and she has member of the national advisory panel on the English University of , she has also served as Head been a co or sole-investigator on research and consultancy Literacy curriculum and as a member of ACER’s expert of School of Education at the University of . projects totalling more than $1 million. literacy advisory group on the development of Literacy and Numeracy Testing in Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE). Professor Castleton spent twenty years as a primary teacher Professor Castleton has had extensive experience in working in three Australian states before moving into the the professional development of teachers and tutors in tertiary sector. Australia, UK and Ireland, and has served on state-based curriculum committees at primary, secondary and post- Professor Castleton, whose research interests are in literacy compulsory levels. policy and practice in education contexts ranging from

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We need future leaders that can transform society. staff to serve both within the daily life of the school leadership cultures and mentoring through the ups their senior students’ involvement with the Sydney And a model of leadership where service to others and the community. and downs of community life. Alliance, a grass roots non-denominational advocacy is more important than self-promotion is the sort of group. It raises matters of grass roots concern in leadership that can be transformative. Graduates Students gain important insights about the Hearing the concerns of students in community areas such as health and transport services, on of contemporary Catholic secondary colleges have importance of serving by leading through this life is an important aspect of authentic community. behalf of those who use these services. Students experienced cultures that aim to promote the growth connection with the religious orders and their Students are given a voice through representative engaged in the Sydney Alliance benefi t from of the whole person, where personal gifts are founding vision. In a real sense this legacy is and pastoral structures in Catholic secondary professional guidance and workshops on effective cultivated for the wellbeing of the individual and the shaping future leaders. colleges. This models an important characteristic of and responsible public advocacy strategies. good of the community. leadership and of future leaders - to be attentive to Some Catholic secondary colleges draw their founding the needs of individuals and respects their views. Students appointed to formal leadership roles in Catholic secondary colleges promote the growth of vision from saints and signifi cant leaders in the Catholic secondary colleges will also have many the whole person via a philosophy that draws on the internationally or in Australia. The Catholic students are frequently opportunities for public speaking, contact with spirit of their founders. They encourage students faith, life stories and context of these key fi gures in presented to the wider community as advocates leaders from other schools, representative duties at to lead within their school community, their parish the Catholic Church provide important models for on social justice issues, or engaged in community parent and whole school functions, and contact with community and as advocates in the wider society. Christian living and leadership in contemporary times. service. Community service is easily framed within the civic representatives and politicians. Beyond these vision of the founding order in a Catholic secondary formal roles, leadership is invariably promoted as a Many Catholic secondary colleges draw strongly on A pastoral priority in the Catholic life of the college and as a way of expressing Christian love. characteristic expected of all senior students. the spirit of religious orders to cultivate a sense of secondary college is to cultivate a supportive Christian service and community among students and learning environment where each student has Importantly for each student, engaging in community A fi nal insight into the role of the Catholic staff. These religious orders were animated to serve an opportunity to develop intellectual and socio- service, which may be out of his or her ‘comfort secondary college in contributing to future leaders in Catholic schools by the pioneering example of the emotional competencies that assist them to be self- zone’, may encourage major perspective shifts with involves personal formation and opportunities order’s founder. Apart from our own Mary Mackillop, regulated, confi dent learners. Key human resources new insights into the experiences of others and the for inner leadership. How students and teachers many religious orders established overseas came to and structures ensure students receive appropriate growth of empathy and tolerance. experience Catholic secondary colleges can be Australia to set up schools and teach. The faith and levels of pastoral and educational support. spiritually formative – both in the daily experience generosity of the multitudes of religious nuns and These experiences can have lifelong and life- of community and often inspired by the founding brothers who established and staffed these schools is Year-based groupings and initiatives, as well as changing implications. For some students it will vision of the school. These experiences present a treasured legacy in Catholic education in Australia. multi-age experiences, provide opportunity for mean further commitment to voluntary service opportunities for encounters with Jesus and the friendships between students of the same age within the community, leading to future roles of lived values of the Gospel. The founder’s story and vision within these religious and to build their identity with students of different infl uence and leadership. orders is now meaningfully translated and brought ages. Peer support initiatives, for example, facilitate The emphasis on the growth of the whole person to life in these schools, acting as a compass point mentoring relationships between younger and older ‘Beyond the school gate’ engagement can provide at the core of Catholic secondary colleges provides for Christian living and service. While the members students and equip student mentors with problem older secondary students with experiences that an environment where leadership as service with of these orders today may not be physically present solving and confl ict resolution skills that assist build confi dence and skills in public advocacy. a clear moral compass is nurtured. This kind of in the school in large numbers, the founding spirit of younger students to develop positive relationships. A number of Catholic secondary colleges in the leadership will continue to contribute to society. the order is very much alive, animating students and These experiences cultivate opportunities for metropolitan area, for example, are supporting

Dr Tony Bracken is the Assistant Director of School leadership development. Prior to that, he was a secondary Tony has presented at national and international Improvement at the Catholic Schools Offi ce for Broken principal for six years. conferences on school improvement, leadership Bay Diocese, NSW. In this role, he oversees a current development and teacher formation. focus on learning and school improvement across His doctoral research focused on the principal’s leadership all schools in the system. He is also responsible for role in the spiritual formation of teachers. Tony maintains strategic oversight of, and support for, school cultures professional connections with the university sector, advising that represent the voices of students and encourage three education faculties in Sydney and he is also the student leadership. Deputy Chair of the National Policy Committee of the Australian College of Educators. Tony’s prior professional experience includes a senior role at the Catholic Education Offi ce in Parramatta where he worked on professional learning, learning services, formation and

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ARCHDIOCESE OF SYDNEY Marcellin College Randwick St Patrick’s College Strathfi eld DIOCESE OF PARRAMATTA DIOCESE OF PARRAMATTA 195 Alison Rd, Randwick 2031 Francis St, Strathfi eld 2135 All Saints Catholic Boys College St Patrick’s College Sutherland Bede Polding College St Patrick’s Marist College 43 Bigge St, Liverpool 2170 44 Hillview Rd, Eastwood 2122 551 President Ave, Sutherland 2232 Rifl e Range Rd, South Windsor 2756 151 Kirby St, Dundas 2117 All Saints Catholic Girls College St Scholastica’s College Caroline Chisholm College St Pauls Catholic College 53 Bigge St, Liverpool 2170 52 Wolseley St, Bexley 2207 4 Avenue Rd, Glebe 2037 90-98 The Lakes Dr, Glenmore Park 2745 198 Old Prospect Rd, Greystanes 2145 All Saints Catholic Senior College Marist College North Shore St Ursula’s College Catherine McAuley Westmead Leacocks Ln, Casula 2170 270 Miller St, North Sydney 2060 69 Caroline St, Kingsgrove 2208 Darcy Rd, Westmead 2145 1170 Ninth Ave, Llandilo 2747 Aquinas College Menai Marist College Pagewood St Vincent’s College Anzac Rd, Menai 2234 35 Donovan Ave, Maroubra 2035 Rockwall Cr, Potts Point 2011 Sherwood Rd, Merrylands 2160 Bethany College Marist College Penshurst Trinity Catholic College Delany College 2-4 Croydon Rd, Hurstville 2220 Grimwood St, Granville 2142 65 Victoria Ave, Mortdale 2223 13 Park Rd, Auburn 2144 DIOCESE OF BROKEN BAY Bethlehem College Marist Sisters’ College Woolwich Waverley College Emmaus Catholic College 18 Bland St, Ashfi eld 2131 66a Woolwich Rd, Woolwich 2110 131 Birrell St, Waverley 2024 87-109 Bakers Ln, Kemps Creek 2178 Brigidine College St Ives Brigidine College Randwick Mary Mackillop College Gilroy Catholic College 325 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives 2075 6 Aeolia St, Randwick 2031 5 Carnarvon St, Wakeley 2176 Marie St, Castle Hill 2154 Casimir Catholic College Monte Sant’ Angelo Mercy College Loyola Senior High School 91-93 Pennant Hills Rd, Normanhurst 2076 200 Livingstone Rd, Marrickville 2204 128 Miller St, North Sydney 2060 91 North Pde, Mt Druitt 2770 Mackillop Catholic College Christian Brothers’ High School Mount St Josephs Milperra Marian Catholic College 91 Sparks Rd, Warnervale 2259 68-84 The Boulevarde, Lewisham 2049 273 Horsley Rd, Milperra 2214 28 Annangrove Rd, Kenthurst 2156 Mater Maria Catholic College Clancy Catholic College Our Lady Of Mercy College Burraneer Maromite College of the Holy Family - 5 Forest Rd, Warriewood 2102 201 Carmichael Dr, West Hoxton 2171 62-66 Dominic St, Cronulla 2230 Parramatta Mercy Catholic College 23-25 Alice St, Harris Park 2150 De La Salle College Ashfi eld Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart College 101 Archer St, Chatswood 2067 24 Bland St, Ashfi eld 2131 36 Addison St, Kensington 2033 McCarthy Catholic College Mount St Benedict College 75 Mackellar St, Emu Plains 2750 De La Salle College Caringbah Patrician Brothers’ College Fairfi eld 449C Pennant Hills Rd, Pennant Hills 2120 389 Port Hacking Rd, Caringbah 2229 268 The Horsley Dr, Fairfi eld 2165 Nagle College St Augustine’s College Sydney 58A Orwell St, Blacktown South 2148 De La Salle College Cronulla Rosebank College Federal Pde, Brookvale 2100 2 Cross Rd, Cronulla 2230 1A Harris Rd, Five Dock 2046 Oakhill College St Brigid’s Catholic College 423-513 Old Northern Rd, Castle Hill 2150 De La Salle College Revesby Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview 48 Carters Rd, Lake Munmorah 2259 9 Ferndale Rd, Revesby Heights 2212 Tambourine Bay Rd, Lane Cove 2066 Our Lady Of Mercy College St Edmund’s School Victoria Rd, Parramatta 2150 Domremy College 60 Burns Rd, Wahroonga 2076 121 First Ave, Five Dock 2046 90 The Boulevarde, Strathfi eld 2135 Parramatta Marist High St Edward’s Christian Brothers’ College 2 Darcy Rd, Westmead 2145 Dunlea Centre – Australia’s Original Southern Cross Catholic Vocational College 13 Frederick St, Gosford 2250 Boys Town 17 Comer St, Burwood 2134 Patrician Brothers’ College Blacktown St Joseph’s Catholic College 35a Waratah Rd, Engadine 2233 100 Flushcombe Rd, Blacktown 2148 St Aloysius College 6 Russell Drysdale St, East Gosford 2250 Freeman Catholic College 47 Upper Pitt St, Milsons Point 2061 St Agnes Catholic High St Leo’s Catholic College Mount St, Bonnyrigg Heights 2177 Evans Rd, Rooty Hill 2766 St Charbel’s College 16 Woolcott Ave, Wahroonga 2076 Good Samaritan Catholic College 142 Highclere Ave, Punchbowl 2196 St Andrews College St Paul’s Catholic College Manly 401 Hoxton Park Rd, Hinchinbrook 2168 116 Quakers Rd, Marayong 2148 St Clare’s College Darley Rd, Manly 2095 Holy Cross College 41-51 Carrington Rd, Waverley 2024 St Clare’s Catholic High School St Peter’s Catholic College 517 Victoria Rd, Ryde 2112 175 Buckwell Dr, Hassall Grove 2761 St John Bosco College 84 Gavenlock Rd, Tuggerah 2259 Holy Spirit College Banksia Ave, Engadine 2233 St Columba’s Catholic College St Pius X College Chatswood 39 Croydon St, Lakemba 2195 168 Hawkesbury Rd, Springwood 2777 St Joseph’s College 35 Anderson St, Chatswood 2067 Kincoppal - Rose Bay Mark St, Hunters Hill 2110 St Dominic’s College Stella Maris College New South Head Rd, Rose Bay 2029 54-74 Gascoigne St, Kingswood 2747 St Maroun’s College 52 Eurobin Ave, Manly 2095 LaSalle Catholic College 194 Wardell Rd, Dulwich Hill 2203 St John Paul II College 544 Chapel Rd, Bankstown 2200 Eastern Rd, Quakers Hill 2763 St Mary’s Cathedral College 2 St Mary’s Rd, Sydney 2000 St Mark’s Catholic College 85 Carabella St, Kirribilli 2061 160 Perfection Ave, Stanhope Gardens 2768

10 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Index A list of Catholic Secondary Colleges featured in the 2015 Guide.

Bethlehem College McCarthy Catholic College St John Paul II Catholic College 18 Bland Street, Ashfi eld NSW 2131 75 MacKellar Street, Emu Plains NSW 2750 Yr 7 - 10 Campus 85 Hambledon Road, Schofi elds NSW 2762 Brigidine College St Ives Mercy Catholic College Yr 11 - 12 Campus 325 Mona Vale Road, St Ives NSW 2075 99 -101 Archer Street, Chatswood NSW 2067 Nirimba Education Precinct Eastern Road, Quakers Hill NSW 2763 Caroline Chisholm College Mount St Benedict College 90-98 The Lakes Drive, Glenmore Park NSW 2745 449C Pennant Hills Road, Pennant Hills NSW 2120 St Joseph’s Catholic College 6 Russell Drysdale Street, East Gosford NSW 2250 Catherine McAuley Westmead Nagle College 2 Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 58a Orwell Street, Blacktown NSW 2148 St Leo’s Catholic College 16 Woolcott Avenue, Wahroonga NSW 2076 Cerdon College Oakhill College Sherwood Road, Merrylands NSW 2160 423-513 Old Northern Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154 St Mark’s Catholic College 160 Perfection Avenue, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 De La Salle Catholic College Caringbah OLMC Parramatta 389 Port Hacking Road, Caringbah NSW 2229 Victoria Road, Parramatta NSW 2150 St Paul’s Catholic College Manly Darley Road, Manly NSW 2095 Gilroy Catholic College Santa Sabina College Marie Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154 90 The Boulevarde, Strathfi eld NSW 2135 St Peter’s Catholic College Tuggerah Lakes Santa Maria del Monte Primary Campus 84 Gavenlock Road, Tuggerah NSW 2259 Kincoppal Rose-Bay 59 The Boulevarde, Strathfi eld NSW 2135 New South Head Road, Rose Bay NSW 2029 Waverley College St Andrews College Our Lady’s Mount Senior Campus Loreto Normanhurst Holy Family Campus 131 Birrell Street, Waverley NSW 2024 91-93 Pennant Hills Road, Normanhurst NSW 2076 116 Quakers Road, Marayong NSW 2148 Waterford Junior Campus John Paul II Campus 44 Henrietta Street, Waverley NSW 2024 MacKillop Catholic College 50 Breakfast Road, Marayong NSW 2148 91 Sparks Road, Warnervale NSW 2259 Xavier College St Brigid’s Catholic College 1170 Ninth Avenue, Llandilo NSW 2747 Marist College North Shore 48 Carters Road, Lake Munmorah NSW 2259 270 Miller Street, North Sydney NSW 2060 St. Dominic’s College Penrith 54-94 Gascoigne Street, Kingswood NSW 2747 Mater Maria Catholic College 5 Forest Road, Warriewood NSW 2102

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NB 2: Tertiary Offer Data may not include those students directly entering the workforce.

11 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Locations Locations of Catholic Secondary Colleges featured in the 2015 Guide. Multiple crests represent multiple College campuses.

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12 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Locations Open Days & Tours

Open Days, Open Mornings & Evenings, College Tours & Information Sessions.

To Lake Munmorah All readers are encouraged to contact individual Colleges with regards to dates, times and venues of Open Days, Open Mornings & Evenings, College Tours and Information Sessions. In addition to these dates below, a number of the Colleges offer monthly tours which are usually held during school term.

February 20 & 24 Feb St Brigid’s Catholic College, Lake Munmorah

March 1 Mar OLMC Parramatta, Parramatta 3 Mar Waverley College, Waverley 6 Mar St Leo’s Catholic College, Wahroonga 7 Mar Marist College North Shore, North Sydney 8 Mar MacKillop Catholic College, Warnervale 8 Mar Mercy Catholic College, Chatswood 8 Mar Mount St Benedict College, Pennant Hills 8 Mar St. Dominic’s College Penrith, Kingswood 9 Mar Caroline Chisholm College, Glenmore Park 10 Mar Bethlehem College, Ashfi eld 10 Mar Cerdon College, Merrylands 10 Mar St Andrews College, Marayong 11 Mar Gilroy Catholic College, Castle Hill 11 Mar Nagle College, Blacktown 14 Mar Loreto Normanhurst, Normanhurst 15 Mar Mater Maria Catholic College, Warriewood 16 Mar St Joseph’s Catholic College, East Gosford 16 Mar St Peter’s Catholic College, Tuggerah 16 Mar St John Paul II Catholic College, Schofi elds 17 Mar Catherine McAuley, Westmead 22 Mar McCarthy Catholic College, Emu Plains 26 Mar De La Salle Catholic College, Caringbah

April 30 Apr Brigidine College, St Ives

May 6 & 13 May Waverley College, Waverley

August 12 & 19 Aug Waverley College, Waverley 18 Aug Mercy Catholic College, Chatswood

November 10 & 18 Nov Waverley College, Waverley

13 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au A 18 Bland St, Ashfi eld NSW 2131 Gender Girls Bethlehem College T 02 9798 9099 F 02 9799 4105 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Excellence in Educating Young Women since 1881’ W www.bethlehemcollege.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 730 students S Year 7 130 students; 5 classes “Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1881, Bethlehem College has a proud history of Principal Mrs Paula Bounds Languages Italian & Japanese providing outstanding education for young women in the Catholic tradition. Recognising Enquiries Mrs Stella Apergis Fees 2015 Yr 7 $1,478 Yr 12 $2,182 that each student has her own individual gifts and interests, the College provides a wide Email info@bcashfi eld.catholic.edu.au + Levies & book hire and varied curriculum and co-curricular program to meet the needs of all students.” Est. 1881 Mrs Paula Bounds

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Founded by the Sisters of Charity, Bethlehem College has a fi ne academic At Bethlehem College we University TAFE/VET Bethlehem College has a long and proud tradition. More than 130 years experience encourage girls to believe tradition of excellence in educating young of educating young women has provided us in their abilities, to strive 9% 25% 10% women for the future. At Bethlehem with a deep understanding of their learning for their personal best and College, we foster confi dent and needs. We aim to develop in our students to make a difference to the 2011 2012 2013 independent young women of faith, who a love of learning, provide them with world. The College offers are creative and collaborative thinkers, opportunities to think fl exibly and creatively, many opportunities for the girls 90% 75% 90% sharing a love of learning and striving for and equip them with the skills to become life- to discover and learn about excellence. They are courageous in mind long learners. We set high expectations for themselves and others within a HSC Subjects 38 VET Yes and deed, and are global citizens with a our students and challenge them to become safe and nurturing environment genuine concern for others. independent and interdependent learners. where they are comfortable enough to try something new. Facilities With over 130 years of experience in girls’ Our contemporary educational programs • College Hall education, Bethlehem College is well and broad curriculum cater for the needs Bethlehem offers a wide range of • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre including Darkroom & Kiln placed to understand that every student is and interests of the individual. Our Gifted academic, sporting cultural and • Design & Technology Facilities different. She has her own unique learning and Talented program includes the Newman extra-curricular activities to provide • Performing Arts/Drama Centre needs and her preferred learning style; Research and Development Program, a students with a well-rounded • Industry Standard Hospitality Kitchen this is why it is so important that teaching selective stream, acceleration in some education, including the Duke • Library Resource Centre is tailored to the individual needs of each courses, enrichment opportunities, and of Edinburgh program, an active • Video Conference Centre student. extension courses in English, Mathematics social justice program, Student • Music Facilities including Instrumental and Practice Rooms and History. Other programs at the College Representative Council from Year • Court With an enrolment of over 700 students, include targeted literacy and numeracy 7, debating, student facilitated • 21st Century Science Labs the College caters for a wide range of support, ESL and Learning Support. homework club, Peer Mediation Peer • Careers Centre individual needs, gifts and interests. There reading program and Big sister Little • Theatrette are many initiatives and programs in place Bethlehem offers a rich co-curricular Sister programs. • Wireless Access Throughout the College to engage, support and challenge every enrichment program that meets the interests • Canteen learner. and develops the talents of all students. Bethlehem College has a 133-year • Chapel We offer an extensive Sports Program, strong history of educating young In addition to its rich offerings in Choir, College Band, Instrumental Program, women who have gone on to make curriculum, faith formation, social justice, Ensemble Group, G&T enrichment, Debating, wonderful contributions to society. community outreach and leadership, the Public Speaking, Physics Olympiad, Brain Today, the students of Bethlehem school also offers a diverse co-curricular Bee Challenge, CSIRO Science Program, College continue that tradition - Visit Us in 2015 program in the areas sport, performing Mock Trial, College Musical and Drama they believe in themselves, they Our Open Day is on Tuesday 10 March at 3:00pm to 7:00pm. arts, public speaking and debating, and productions, Faith in Action group, CARE care for others and possess mock trial. group, Assignment clubs, Maths Matters and a genuine desire to make a the Duke of Edinburgh Award Program. difference to the world.

14 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A 325 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives NSW 2075 Gender Girls Brigidine College St Ives T 02 9988 6200 F 02 9144 1577 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Fortiter et Suaviter - Strength and Gentleness’ W www.brigidine.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 940 students S Year 7 160 students; 7 classes “Brigidine St Ives’ Strategic Plan, Towards 2020 supports our fi ve focus areas: Principal Jane Curran Languages French & Italian faith, wellbeing, learning, community and resourcing. Enquiries Jennifer Kirkby Fees 2015 Yr 7 $13,665 Yr 12 $13,665 Ensuring its implementation in our daily practice empowers staff to create Email [email protected] opportunities for our girls which embeds excellence and encourages growth.” Est. 1954 Jane Curran

About Us Our Curriculum The Brigidine Honours Program Tertiary Offers Year 12 Brigidine College St Ives is dedicated The introduction of the Australian This program is an enrichment opportunity University TAFE/VET to the education of girls in the Catholic Curriculum has presented a catalyst for offered to students in Years 7 – 12. It tradition. Founded by the Brigidine change with the chance to evaluate our is designed to engage girls in a range 18% 7% 6% sisters in 1954, the Brigidine motto, practice and consider improvements that of structured activities which encourage Fortiter et Suaviter, challenges students align with strategic goals. lateral thinking, creativity and depth of 2011 2012 2013 to be “Women of Strength, Women of analysis. Gentleness”. These seemingly opposing All teaching staff at Brigidine College have 82% 93% 94% virtues are in fact complementary been asked to refl ect on their practice and The Honours Program is divided into three notions of moral courage (fortiter) and open their minds to ideas that embrace levels; Junior, Intermediate and Senior. HSC Subjects 39 VET Yes consideration of others (suaviter). our strategic goals and contemplate what Each level requires students to undertake really is possible. a research project and to submit a The College prides itself on providing a portfolio containing examples of academic Facilities holistic education for girls combining the Since the start of the 21st century the and cocurricular successes. • Textiles Technology Rooms x 2 • Dance Studio spiritual, academic, physical and cultural classroom has been introduced to more • Design & Technology Centre • Gymnasium dimensions of learning creating women of change than at any other period of time. The incremental complexity of the levels • Centre for Excellence • Careers Centre spiritual, moral and ethical strength. Where access and use of information is intrinsic to the Program. The increased • Religious Education Centre • College Shop is instant and convenient the impact on demands made on students, from Junior • Library Resource Centre • College Green With excellent academic results, a high communication, collaboration, creative and to Senior Honours, challenge them • Learning Support Centre • Music Centre level of achievement in the performing critical thinking has been profound. to become more confi dent at working • Food Technology Room • Digital Library arts and sport and a strong commitment independently, to research and investigate • Year 12 Common Room • Darkroom to service, girls at Brigidine are challenged Our strategic goals are timeless: enabling thoughtfully and to refl ect on the process • 225 Seat Theatre • Canteen to think and experience beyond their each girl to achieve her potential, of their own learning. • Counselling Rooms x 2 • Chapel boundaries. They are challenged in their delivering an engaging curriculum that • Multi-purpose Hall learning to see possibilities, to value meets the needs of now and the future, To achieve this, students are asked to • Multi-purpose Sports Court success and to have the courage to creating opportunities that build capacity explore a wide range of philosophical • Science Labs x 7 question their world for the future and instilling in each girl a notions, scientifi c concerns and political • Visual Arts Centre confi dence to transform her learning into debates. They evaluate a variety of topics • Drama Studios x 2 Mission Statement: We inspire girls to action. and, most importantly, are invited to • Underground car park x 75 value learning, to be true to themselves express their views and ideas in a myriad • IT Centre and to honour their spiritual heritage. We Brigidine offers opportunities for an of forms and representations. challenge young women to act in the world improved learning future through the with strength and gentleness. use of technology, the construction The Brigidine Honours Program is Visit Us in 2015 of meaningful assessment and the designed to inspire, energise, and Our Open Day is on Thursday 30 April. Regular tours of consideration of individual learning motivate interested learners. the College are available throughout the term. Dates are needs with appropriate adjustment and advertised on the College website. resourcing.

15 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A 90-98 The Lakes Dr, Glenmore Park NSW 2745 Gender Girls Caroline Chisholm College T 02 4737 5500 F 02 4733 1054 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Faith, Courage, Tolerance’ W www.cccglenmorepark.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 950 students S Year 7 180 students; 6 classes “We recognise the unique strengths and interests of each student and our Principal Ms Mary Leask Languages Japanese students are encouraged to do their best at all times and to strive for excellence Enquiries 02 4737 5506 Fees 2015 Yr 7 $1,875 Yr 12 $2,658 in all that they do.” Email [email protected] Building levy $702 per family Ms Mary Leask Est. 1974

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Beyond the Classroom Tertiary Offers Year 12 Caroline Chisholm College has served Caroline Chisholm College offers an Our students have varied and exciting University TAFE/VET the local community for over 40 years extensive range of more than 40 subjects opportunities to excel in all aspects of and provides a high quality contemporary at the senior level within the College. This creative arts. We have a rich tradition of 5% 8% 5% Catholic education within a community that enables us to meet the varied interests and success in Visual Arts, Photography & promotes faith development, friendship, talents of all of our students. Our students Digital Media, Dance, Drama and Music. 2011 2012 2013 respect and care for others. As an all girls also have access to courses offered at Regular opportunities are provided for school, we are able to develop all our TAFE, university and other institutions. students to showcase their work at the 87% 85% 90% programs to meet the specifi c learning These include subjects designed to prepare College level and as part of the Diocesan needs of girls so that they can become students for university study, vocational Captivate program for talented students. HSC Subjects 40 VET Yes confi dent, resilient, compassionate, training or employment. independent young women. An extensive range of sports provides As a Catholic community we value the way opportunities for students to compete Facilities We encourage our students to develop a parents, students and staff work together. either socially or through representative • Performance Centre • IT Labs real passion for learning and recognise Students learn the power of working in pathways to national levels. Popular sports • Chapel • Canteen that learning is ongoing and lifelong for partnership with their parents and teachers. include netball, basketball, athletics, • Wireless Site • Library each of us. Formal academic learning is A strong well-established tradition of and football (soccer). The • Counselling Room complemented with an extensive range of academic excellence is refl ected in our College farm provides interested students • Darkroom learning and leadership opportunities in results in external examinations including the with experience in caring for animals • Yr 12 Learning Centre many other areas of College life including HSC and NAPLAN. We are particularly proud including chickens, hens, sheep, cows and • Careers Offi ce social justice initiatives, liturgies, sport, that our students of all ability levels are alpacas. The students are very involved in • Basketball/Netball Courts drama, dance, music, visual arts, public motivated to work hard to achieve their best. agricultural shows and displays. • Sports Field speaking, multimedia technology and • Agriculture Plot animal care. Our enrichment programs cater for the Students also have opportunities to • TAS Building - CNC Router & 3D Printer specifi c talents of individual students and participate in activities involving public • Music Rooms The College motto, ‘Faith, Courage, our learning support team provides ongoing speaking including the Model United • Science Labs x 6 Tolerance’, provides our students with a targeted assistance to those who require Nations and Mock Trial Competitions. • Photography & Digital Media Rooms guide to the way in which we hope they additional help. Students are regularly encouraged • Food Technology Rooms/Commercial Kitchens will live their lives and is evident in our to engage in social justice caring, supportive and innovative learning Through their participation in a wide range activities within the school environment. Further information can be of exciting formal and informal learning and the wider community. found by visiting our website. opportunities, our students develop the This enables our students to confi dence and commitment to make develop an understanding of Visit Us in 2015 positive contributions to both their local our responsibility to always be Our Open Night is on Monday 9 March from 6:00pm to communities and our global society. willing to reach out to those 8:30pm. Please visit our College website for further details. in need.

16 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports Proudly Celebrating 40 years of Catholic Girls’ Education 1974 - 2014 A 2 Darcy Rd, Westmead NSW 2145 Gender Girls Catherine McAuley Westmead T 02 9849 9100 F 02 9849 9199 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Educating young women for the future’ W www.mcauley.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 1,030 students S Year 7 200 students; 7 classes “Catherine McAuley girls are nurtured to be courageous young women Principal Ms Laetitia Richmond Languages French and Japanese who act compassionately to build community and who are alive with the Enquiries Ms Marina Kazzi Fees 2015* Yr 7 $1,785 Yr 12 $2,532 mercy and justice of God. We are dedicated to fostering a commitment to Email [email protected] Building levy $669 per family excellence and lifelong learning in our students.” Est. 1966 Ms Laetitia Richmond

About Us Our Curriculum Tomorrow’s Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Catherine McAuley Westmead is a Catholic The school offers a broad curriculum, At Catherine McAuley we encourage our University TAFE/VET systemic school offering a comprehensive with fl exible choices that cater for the young women to be leaders and provide education for girls from Years 7 to 12. wide range of student abilities. Programs opportunities for them to develop their 6% 15% 10% Located at Westmead, in close proximity to have been implemented in Year 7 that confi dence and skills through a range of the central business district of Parramatta, develop metacognition skills and enable activities, including debating and public 2011 2012 2013 the school began operation in 1966 on students to analyse their own learning speaking, performing arts evenings, the present site as a regional Catholic styles to assist them in their development sporting competitions, liturgies, hospitality 80% 75% 75% secondary school for girls in Years 7 to as autonomous, life-long learners. At and social justice activities. The school 10. Years 11 and 12 were introduced in Catherine McAuley we believe it is not has an active Student Representative HSC Subjects 43 VET Yes the mid-1980s. just what students learn at school that is Council and senior students have important but also how they learn. the opportunity to take on leadership Founded by the Mercy Sisters, Catherine positions in a variety of areas. Facilities McAuley Westmead has a strong Mercy Catherine McAuley offers a full range of • Design & Technology Centre • Careers Centre charism. Inspired by our founder, Mother Board of Studies Approved and Endorsed Catherine McAuley has an active • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre • Counselling Room Catherine McAuley, we aspire to a God- courses and is committed to innovative Mercy in Action Group with students • Darkroom • Basketball Courts x 3 centred way of life, which respects and learning and teaching methods. The involved in a number of social • Food Technology Centre • Gymnasium affi rms the dignity of each person. We recent introduction of our ‘Bring Your Own justice initiatives. The school seeks • IT Labs x 2 • Multi-purpose Area commit to excellence in girls’ education Device’ scheme recognises that changes to develop in all our students an • Lecture Theatre • Oval and empower young women to be in technology mean that students benefi t awareness of those in need and • Library Resource Centre • Netball Courts x 3 actively involved in social justice. We from having access to their own personal encourages active involvement in • Music Centre • Courts x 3 value our diversity and inclusiveness, IT devices. As citizens of the 21st century, social justice. In addition, the school’s • Music Technology Room • Weights/Circuit Room and the creation of a warm and inclusive students need to be curious, resourceful House structure encourages students • Performing Arts Centre • community where all feel safe and valued and motivated problem solvers who to take on leadership roles in various • Drama Studio • Hall is a key focus of life at Catherine McAuley. can be creative and adaptable thinkers. House events and fundraising efforts. • Dance Studio • Canteen Access to personal technology devices • Science Labs x 5 • Yr 12 Common Room Pastoral Care complements our academic enables learning to be more fl exible and There is a Girls Student Alliance • Theatrette • Wetlands program and is central to the organisation personalized, supporting good teaching. network that meets regularly with • Seminar Rooms x 3 and operation of the school. It is based students from other all girls’ schools • Wireless Site on the core Mercy values of mercy, The excellent co-curricular program and a strong peer support program • Chapel justice, excellence, integrity, courage enables students to experience exists between Year 10 and Year 7 and hospitality, and recognises the need involvement and success in a wide variety students. The school is involved in to address the spiritual and emotional of areas. Students are encouraged immersion and exchange programs Visit Us in 2015 wellbeing of the young women in our care. to participate in these activities and for our French and Japanese Our Open Afternoon/Evening is on Tuesday 17 March between Pastoral care programs at each year level their involvement and achievement is language students and overseas 4:00pm to 6:30pm. School Tours are offered throughout the are designed to help build resilience, celebrated. trips are offered to further extend year. Dates and times are listed on the school’s website. independence and courage within each girl. their studies.

17 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports A Sherwood Rd, Merrylands NSW 2160 Gender Girls Cerdon College T 02 8724 7300 F 02 8724 7399 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Aspire to great heights’ W www.cerdon.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 1,090 students S Year 7 190 students; 6 - 8 classes “Cerdon College strives to ensure that every student achieves their personal best Principal Mrs Patricia Baker Languages French & Italian in a safe, supportive environment that is based on Marist values, social justice Enquiries Mrs Michelle Hanna Fees 2015* Yr 7 $2,500 Yr 12 $3,400 and support for families.” Email [email protected] Building levy $669 per family Mrs Patricia Baker Est. 1960

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Cerdon College is a Catholic secondary The College offers a contemporary Building strong leadership qualities of University TAFE/VET girls’ school that was established in 1960 curriculum suited to the diverse needs of students is a major developmental goal of by the Marist Sisters. The College has 21st century learners. Students complete Cerdon College. 14% 15% 10% a strong commitment to the provision of secondary school studies by qualifying for a contemporary education underpinned a HSC or ROSA credential. Many students Students from Year 7 to 12 are encouraged 2011 2012 2013 by Marist values, social justice, pastoral who opt to study a VET course also to be involved and show initiative, and care and commitment to community. We leave the College with a Certifi cate II or take on a variety of roles where they can 82% 80% 85% are dedicated to providing each student Certifi cate III accreditation. build community spirit through active with a learning environment which is involvement, service and commitment to HSC Subjects 35 VET Yes comprehensive, inclusive and challenging. All BOSTES mandatory curriculum the College in all facets of College life. requirements are met by students studying In doing so, we offer an extensive a range of courses and include study in a Students also have the opportunity to take Facilities co-curricular program that encourages course in Religious Education. up leadership roles as Class Captains and • Science Labs x 6 students to fully engage in their learning Vice Captains, Mission Promoters and • Commercial Kitchen as they seek to achieve their personal Students studying for a HSC credential Social Justice Leaders, Prefects, House • Food Technology x 2 best. Cerdon College maintains a values- choose a pattern of study from the 40 Leaders, Peer Support Leaders, and SRC • Textiles Technology x 2 laden learning environment by creating courses offered at the College. A variety Representatives. As part of the College • Design & Technology Labs x 2 friendly, yet well-ordered, learning spaces. of VET and TVET courses are studied student leadership team they support the • Library Resource Centre by the students. Students also study College Captain and Vice Captains. • Visual Arts Rooms x 3 High academic standards are sought and a variety of languages at the Saturday • Swimming Pool valued at Cerdon College; each member School of Community Languages and at Service is an important Marist quality • Darkroom of staff is challenged to maintain high the Open High School. Students can also and the College Service Leaders have an • Drama Room professional standards, and each student access the resources of Sydney Distance opportunity to lead the College in a variety • Sports Courts x 3 is encouraged to develop their talents to Education HS to study other courses like of different ways, including serving at • Music Centre the full. We aspire to develop confi dent, Design and Technology offl ine. school masses, assisting with a variety of • Sports Field resilient and articulate young women who community service activities and support embrace their faith and are committed to Curriculum delivery is supported by to the teaching staff as required. It is a life-long learning. a variety of online and electronic highly prized role at the College. tools. Students are offered a suite of We aim to lead our students to an applications including Google Apps for School Leaders are regularly called upon by awareness of what it means to be a Schools, Adobe Creative Suite and a range the school and local community to actively Christian in the tradition of the Catholic of other mobile applications. There is a involve themselves in events such as the Visit Us in 2015 Community. The religious teaching and commitment to developing and using a local ANZAC Day Ceremony, service to Our Open Day is on Tuesday 10 March. liturgical life of the school underpin the range of technologies, such as Skype, in various local community organisations and structure and application of the school the classroom to enable student learning diocesan events. Leadership is an integral curriculum. anywhere. part of developing the whole student.

18 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports A 389 Port Hacking Rd, Caringbah NSW 2229 Gender Boys De La Salle Catholic College Caringbah T 02 9524 9133 F 02 9526 1908 Year Range Yr 7 - 10 ‘Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve’ W www.dlscaringbah.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 540 students S Year 7 150 students; 5 classes “De La Salle Catholic College offers a quality holistic boys education built on the Principal Mr Christopher Agnew Languages Italian three Lasallian pillars of faith, service and community.” Enquiries Mrs Margaret Dunn Fees 2015* Yr 7 $4,400 Mr Christopher Agnew Email [email protected] All inclusive

Est. 1958

About Us Our Curriculum Tomorrow’s Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 De La Salle Catholic College Caringbah is a We have adopted a contemporary Developing the leadership potential of University TAFE/VET Catholic systemic Years 7-10 boys’ College approach to teaching and learning with an every student is a strong priority of the established in the Lasallian tradition of St extensive computer and wireless network. College. From Year 7 through to Year 10, John Baptist De La Salle and was founded students are encouraged to take up new by the De La Salle Brothers in 1958. The We work in partnership with parents challenges and activities which promote De La Salle Catholic College Caringbah Principals of the College have been De La and families to educate and prepare our leadership. is a Year 7 - 10 College Salle Brothers (1958-1985, 1998) and lay students for lives beyond their school days leaders (1986-1997 and 1999-present). We through experiences that develop learning Our Student Captains, Student are fortunate that the Brothers still maintain and leadership for the common good. Representative Council, House Captains HSC Subjects NA VET NA a presence in our College community. The and Lasallian Youth Leaders are just a few College’s motto, ‘Ambulate Digne Deo’ – De La Salle Catholic College Caringbah of the leadership opportunities available ‘Walk Worthy of God’, is fundamental to the offers a broad, comprehensive and to our students. We also encourange Facilities life of the College as it provides a guide to inclusive curriculum that allows students participation in outside organisations such • Visual Arts x 2 our young men as they move through life. to develop the knowledge, skills and as the Duke of Edinburgh Program. • Kiln x 2 The slogan ‘Enter to Learn. Leave to Serve’ attitudes necessary to successfully • TAS x 2 emphasises the College’s commitment to participate in, and contribute to, Australian Parents and teachers all understand • Food Technology Centre the pursuit of academic excellence and to society. that boys learn differently and have • Science Labs x 2 the provision of high-quality pastoral care different interests to girls. Being a • Music Rooms x 3 both in and out of school. This precept has Years 7 and 8 students study a fi xed Years 7 to 10 boys’ College allows • IT/Multimedia Room been adopted by Lasallian schools around program. Students in Years 9 and 10 for the curriculum and pedagogy • Library the world. Our College seeks to create an follow a mandatory core program with the to cater for the different learning • COLA environment where Gospel values are lived addition of two elective courses. styles and interests of boys. • Canteen out, academic excellence is promoted and Students at De La Salle Catholic • Basketball Courts x 2 the Lasallian tradition is upheld. Inspired by Enrichment classes catering for the College Caringbah are also given • Handball Courts x 9 the ideals of community, faith and service, needs of gifted and highly able students many leadership responsibilities • Gymnasium our College aims to nurture young Catholic in Years 7-10 are offered in the areas of that they would not normally • Oval men who are ethically and socially aware, both literacy and numeracy. Placement of be given at a Years 7-12 and who continue to be lifelong learners. students in this class is determined by a secondary school. variety of criteria, including external testing Mission Statement: We believe that our and internal assessment. Teachers at De La Salle Catholic faith is the basis which guides Catholic College Caringbah our educational endeavours. The Gospel Placement in the enrichment class is have also made a deliberate Visit Us in 2015 in the spirit of St John Baptist De La Salle reviewed at the end of the each semester. choice to teach boys. The Our Open Night is on Wednesday 26 March. is central to the lives of our students, staff professional development Further information is available on the website. and parents and acknowledges the link to of staff in boys’ education Our Lady of Fatima Parish. pedagogy is a priority.

19 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A Marie St, Castle Hill NSW 2154 Gender Co-educational Gilroy Catholic College T 02 8853 8200 F 02 8853 8299 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Christ is my light’ W www.gilroy.parra.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 1,150 students S Year 7 210 students; 8 classes “Gilroy Catholic College provides quality education within the nurturing Principal Ms Cheryl Merryweather Languages Japanese environment of a faith community. Our motto, “Christ is my light” reinforces our Enquiries Mrs Therese Poole Fees 2015* Yr 7 $1,874 Yr 12 $2,659 desire to bring Christ into the lives of our students.” Email [email protected] Building levy $702 per family Ms Cheryl Merryweather Est. 1980

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Gilroy Catholic College is a faith Gilroy Catholic College prides itself on Gilroy Catholic College is committed University TAFE/VET community that fosters the development offering a well-rounded curriculum that to building young leaders of integrity, of the whole person for the service of caters for the needs of all students. who encapsulate our College values NA% NA% NA% Christ. As a living community, we seek to Academic excellence is central to the through their actions and words. Our grow together in a spirit of service and learning agenda of the College, with a student leadership team is comprised 2011 2012 2013 respect and through the practice of justice, heavy emphasis being placed on what it of students from Years 11 and 12, who compassion and forgiveness. is to be an effective learner. This, coupled work collaboratively to lead the school 66% 64% 68% with our focus on the spiritual, cultural, community in areas such as spiritual At Gilroy, we aim to develop competent sporting and social development of our formation, social justice, student HSC Subjects 40 VET Yes and confi dent young people who can think students, ensures that graduates of our relationships and community building. critically and make decisions informed by College have an enhanced opportunity to Catholic values. succeed in post-school endeavours. The College’s Student Representative Facilities Council is comprised of students • Library Resource Centre • IT Labs x 2 We offer our students a diverse and At the heart of our learning community is from Years 7 to 12, involving them • Learning Enrichment Centre • Wireless Site comprehensive curriculum including a belief in the value of challenge. Staff in the decision making processes of • Counselling Room vocational and TAFE courses for senior and students alike work to challenge the school. Leadership workshops • Hall students. themselves and each other on a are also run for interested students • Science Labs x 6 daily basis to enhance their learning in Stage 5, providing additional • Hospitality/Food Technology Rooms x 2 Our one-to-one device program operates experiences both in and out of the opportunities for students to have • Textiles Technology Rooms x 2 from Year 7-12. Our focus is on student- classroom. Students utilise technology as a positive impact on their school • Woodworking Rooms x 2 centred learning that fosters creativity and a tool for learning that aids their creative community. Such training has led • Basketball Courts innovation. and innovative approach to developing to student-run initiatives, such as • Drama Centre skills, knowledge and understanding. peer mentoring and lunchtime support • Music Area Well-resourced facilities in Technology, the groups, being established. Our school • Darkroom Arts and Sciences enhance opportunities Our curriculum offerings encompass newsletter is in the hands of the • Canteen for students. Extra-curricular programs all traditional faculty areas, as well as students, and a dedicated team of • Careers Offi ce including debating, public speaking, music, the Year 7 Integrated Learning program, editors and feature writers maintain • Ovals x 2 choir, band, drama and sport, complete a which focuses on the development of this blog-style communication. • Netball Courts well-rounded program. twenty-fi rst century skills. Senior students have the opportunity to study English, Leadership development is fostered Pastoral Care is central to the organisation Mathematics, History and Japanese at the at the senior level through the annual and operation of the school and Extension level, in addition to VET subjects Leadership Retreat, which is held for Visit Us in 2015 endeavours to ensure that all students such as Entertainment, Hospitality and newly-elected leaders, and via the Our Open Evening is on Wednesday 11 March from 5:30pm. are able to recognise the dignity of their Construction. Gilroy also offers Life Skills guidance of the Student Leadership relationships with others within a caring courses to cater for students who require Coordinator, whose role it is to guide Catholic community. additional support in their learning. and mentor our leadership team.

20 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports A New South Head Rd, Rose Bay NSW 2029 Gender Co-educational P - Yr 6 Kincoppal - Rose Bay T 02 9388 6000 F 02 9388 6001 Girls Yr 7 - 12 (Boarding & Day) ‘Educating Hearts & Minds’ W www.krb.nsw.edu.au Year Range P - Yr 12 S Enrolment 900 students “At Kincoppal-Rose Bay, we offer your daughters and sons the environment Principal Mrs Hilary Johnston-Croke Year 7 80 students; 4 classes and opportunities to achieve personal excellence in all areas of school life and Enquiries Mrs Sue Lancaster Languages French, Italian, Mandarin & Japanese beyond, to be the best they can be.” Email [email protected] Fees 2015 Yr 7 $22,031 Yr 12 $25,731 Mrs Hilary Johnston-Croke CRICOS No. 02268M Est. 1882

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Kincoppal-Rose Bay School is a leading Kincoppal-Rose Bay works to develop our KRB is committed to giving students University TAFE/VET Catholic with over 130 students’ personal strengths and talents the skills and confi dence they need to years of ‘educating hearts and minds’. to be the best they can be through a broad contribute meaningfully to society. Our 5% 3% 5% The School caters for up to 420 boys and curriculum and co-curricular program. students are encouraged to act as agents girls from Early Learning Centre to Year 6 of change by raising awareness of global 2011 2012 2013 in the Junior School, and 450 day girls and Students at Kincoppal-Rose Bay follow a issues such as the environment and social boarders in the Senior School from Years 7 compulsory curriculum largely determined justice. KRB graduates leave our school 93% 94% 94% to 12. It is part of the international network by the Board of Studies’ Key Learning with the belief that they can address these of Sacred Heart schools in 44 countries. Areas. In our Senior School, students take concerns through effective leadership. HSC Subjects 33 VET Yes elective subjects from Year 9 onwards. Kincoppal-Rose Bay is located in historic The KRB Student Leadership Program is buildings overlooking Sydney Harbour in Courses offered at KRB include English, based on the following framework: Model Facilities the Eastern Sydney suburb of Rose Bay. It Mathematics, Commerce, Geography, the way – show others what is expected • Years 7, 10, 11 & 12 Community • Canteen offers the latest technologies, techniques Modern and Ancient History, Design of them; Inspire a shared vision – set a Learning Spaces • Careers Centre and projects within the classroom and & Technology, Art, Music, Religious direction in which others want to follow; • Seminar Rooms x 5 • Chapel provides access to current thinking, Education, Biology, Physics and Chemistry. Create challenges – for yourself and • Science Labs x 4 • Track & Field Complex concepts and practices in the broader others; Enable others to act – create a • Lecture Theatre • Soccer Pitches x 2 environment. The School focuses on the Students in the Junior School also study team and work together; and Lead by the • IT Labs x 5 • Weights/Fitness Room positive education of the whole student, the Key Learning Areas and in Years 5 and heart – be passionate about what you are • Performing Arts & Drama Centre • Basketball Courts x 4 nurturing both the Heart and the Mind as 6, if they are in the advanced Mathematics doing.Student leadership at KRB begins • Theatrette • Multi-purpose Area the KRB motto ‘Cor Unum’ suggests. and English classes, are taught by in our Junior School and continues all the • Visual Arts Centre • Netball Courts x 4 specialist Senior School Mathematics and way through until Year 12, giving every • Darkroom • Tennis Courts x 4 Student learning is enhanced through English teachers, along with their class student the opportunity to take an active • Design & Technology Centre • Nets the integration of ICT and all teaching teacher. role in the school at leadership level. • Media Suite • Gymnasiums x 2 programs at KRB. From P-12 there is a • Music Centre • Dance Studio strong focus on the use of technology Various languages are offered at KRB for Some formal leadership positions at KRB • Music Technology Suite • Ovals x 2 within and beyond the classroom in different Year groups and /or electives: are: Senior School Student Leaders in • Junior & Senior Library Resource • Pools x 2 order to develop practical and advanced Junior School – French (Years 2, 5 and 6) Year 12 - Head Girl, Head Boarder, Head of Centres • Halls x 2 technological skills for 21st century and Mandarin (Years 3-6); Senior School – Boarding SRC, Head of Student Wellbeing, • Counselling Rooms x 2 • Wireless Site learning and innovation. Students in the French, Mandarin, Italian and Japanese. Head of International Students, Head of Senior School have their own Notebook Liturgy, Head of Social Justice, Head of computers and experience one-to-one Sport and Head of Student Council; Junior Visit Us in 2015 access to technology through the KRB School Captain (boy and girl); House Let our students inspire you at an Open Day in 2015. Learning Advantage Program, offering Captains (Junior and Senior); Cor Unum Please visit our website for more details anywhere, anytime access to technology Leaders (Junior); Student Representative or contact the Admissions Offi ce. for learning. Councilors (Year 3 – Year 11).

21 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A 91-93 Pennant Hills Rd, Normanhurst NSW 2076 Gender Girls Loreto Normanhurst T 02 9487 3488 F 02 9489 2348 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 ‘Developing confi dent, articulate women of the 21st Century’ W www.loretonh.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 900 students S Year 7 150 students; 6 classes “Loreto Normanhurst is an exciting and innovative school which provides Principal Ms Barbara Watkins Languages French, Italian & Mandarin an award-winning model of education – an education which prepares Enquiries The Enrolments Manager Fees 2015 Yr 7 $19,041 Yr 12 $21,562 a Loreto girl for life in an ever-changing 21st century world.” Email [email protected] Ms Barbara Watkins Est. 1897

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Loreto Normanhurst is a leading Sydney #1 Catholic School in NSW for 2013 and Loreto Normanhurst is committed to the University TAFE/VET independent, Catholic secondary boarding 2011 HSC. development of the leadership potential of and for girls. Established in each student, believing that each student 5% 5% 4% 1897, the school is part of a worldwide Loreto Normanhurst is a vibrant school is called to contribute to the welfare network of Loreto schools, and is one of where curiosity and excitement about of the world, in whatever sphere she 2011 2012 2013 seven in Australia. In 2015, the School learning is encouraged. Each student is may fi nd herself. Leadership structures will celebrate the reopening of its Primary challenged to think critically and reach work to enhance personal growth 95% 95% 96% School, for girls in Year 5 and 6. Located beyond where she thought possible, through a combination of teamwork and in Sydney’s leafy Upper North Shore, the considering real world problems and using collaboration, involvement in decision- HSC Subjects 36 VET Yes school is set on over 25 acres of glorious technology innovatively. Students are making, problem-solving, ethical behaviour grounds, and offers state of the art provided with opportunities that encourage and emotional intelligence development. facilities. The school has a pleasant mix the development of key learning skills, Facilities of heritage buildings and modern learning including collaboration and refl ection, There are formal and informal leadership • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre • Lecture Theatre spaces. allowing them to grow in their ability to opportunities for all students. In Years • Design & Technology Centres x 4 • Music Centre embrace new ideas and challenges. 8-11, the students are elected to the • Performing Arts/Drama Centres x 2 • Chapel Loreto Normanhurst seeks to affi rm Student Representative Council with • Library Resource Centre • Canteen and encourage the development of The school offers the Loreto Normanhurst students from each House and each year • Yr 12 Common Room • Darkroom young women who will take their place Student Growth Model, an award-winning group represented. • LOTE Resource Centre • Ovals x 3 in the world as leaders and people of model of education that is innovative and • Food Technology Centre • Pool commitment, inspired by gospel values. dynamic, and fosters critical thinking, Year 12 students are elected to the • Counselling Rooms x 2 • Hall The school fosters a liberal education, curiosity and joy in learning – an education Student Council, the House Councils • Track & Field Complex • Wireless Site with self-motivated learning and pursuit of which prepares a Loreto girl for an exciting and the Boarder Council. The Student • Weights/Circuit Room personal excellence central to its teaching and challenging future. Council consists of 20 Captain positions • Basketball Courts x 6 and learning philosophy. Each student representing House, areas of Extra-Curricular • Tennis Courts x 6 is encouraged to fulfi ll her personal and Students at Loreto Normanhurst develop activity and Boarding. Each Captain has • Soccer Pitches x 3 academic potential in an atmosphere a love of learning. They engage with a Council of their peers to assist them to • Netball Courts x 6 of freedom, care and respect for the passionate, exemplary teachers who achieve their goals. • Gymnasium individual. Loreto Normanhurst is a school value the learning relationship. Growth • Science Labs x 6 that is deeply rooted in the Loreto values as a whole person is at the core of how a At Loreto Normanhurst, we choose to lead • Careers Centre (Freedom, Sincerity, Verity, Justice, and Loreto Normanhurst student is educated. through service to others and work for the Felicity) and has a well-informed future common good of the school community. focus outfi tting its students for life in an Visit Us in 2015 ever-changing 21st century world. Our Open Day will be held on Saturday 14 March. Group Tours held during term time. Please visit our website for more details.

22 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A 91 Sparks Rd, Warnervale NSW 2259 Gender Co-educational MacKillop Catholic College T 02 4392 9399 F 02 4392 9499 Year Range K - Yr 12 Warnervale W www.mccwdbb.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 1,550 students ‘Christ Our Light’ Principal Mr Steve Todd Year 7 180 students; 6 classes Enquiries Ms Janine Silver Languages Japanese “Knowing your child is safe and happy at school is very important at MacKillop Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,156 Yr 12 $3,666 Catholic College, Warnervale. The College has so many opportunities and Building Levy per family $880 experiences to offer students across a broad range of activities.” Mr Steve Todd Est. 2003

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 MacKillop Catholic College, Warnervale, a MacKillop Catholic College provides an Leadership for students at MacKillop University TAFE/VET to Year 12 Catholic College, innovative curriculum that underpins a Catholic College aims to create positive is a unique place, situated on eight vibrant learning community. NSW BOSTES young people who are committed to 15% 17% 16% hectares on the Upper Central Coast of courses are offered in all subject areas improving the various communities of NSW with many outstanding features, at all levels of student ability. The College which they are a part. 2011 2012 2013 offering over 1,500 students a quality achieves impressive HSC results and Catholic school education. through a process of clearly articulated The College has recently introduced a 70% 73% 74% learning goals for all students, signifi cant new House system based on the charism The College’s story is a special one that academic gains are achieved. Learning of Mary MacKillop to provide greater HSC Subjects 42 VET Yes dates back to its opening in 2003. Since conversations between students and opportunities for student leadership. then, the College has grown and built up teachers are a support feature of The new Houses refl ect places in the not only exceptional campus facilities, but curriculum delivery at the College. Student life of Mary MacKillop and each has Facilities also a fi ne reputation for providing spiritual progress is monitored and students have a value associated with it to guide its • Hospitality/Food Technology Centre • Careers Centre enrichment, quality academic support, regular goal-setting discussions. contributions to the College community. • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre • Music Centre leadership programs, sporting and cultural • Design & Technology Centre • IT Labs x 4 experiences, and opportunities that The College ensures that literacy skills The leadership model used at the College • Performing Arts/Drama Centre • Theatrette have earned the College an outstanding are improved for all students across all is based on service with a Student • Religious Education Centre • Darkroom reputation. courses of study. The appointment of Representative Council in Primary and a • Library Resource Centre • Wetlands a literacy coach in 2013 in Secondary, Student Parliament in Secondary. Students • LOTE Resource Centre • Canteen Among the unique features of this College and a focused program delivered by are chosen from all years, K–12, to help • Trade & Industry Centre • Chapel is the blending of a Catholic school Literacy Coordinators in Primary, has represent their peers in the life of the • Science Labs x 7 • Oval community and Parish. With such an seen students achieve high levels College. This ensures large numbers of • Weights/Circuit Room • Hall inspirational patron and role model as academically through enhanced literacy students are provided with the opportunity • Multi-purpose Area St Mary MacKillop, our relationship with skills. The College has a comprehensive to develop their leadership skills. • Basketball Court the Parish community situated within the program to cater for gifted and talented • Netball Court same campus, sets a tone and presence students. Special programs, gifted and House leaders have a signifi cant role to • Gymnasium that is always mindful and encouraging for talented camps and acceleration in play and, through a portfolio system in • Counselling Room our shared daily life. various subjects have ensured students the areas of Mission, Learning and Well- • Languages Centre are able to develop their talents to a Being, develop and lead activities to unite • Lecture Theatre high level. Experiences for students in students and staff to ensure our College the performing arts are a feature of the community continues to grow and develop. College. Engaging courses in this area, All students, as part of their House, are Visit Us in 2015 together with extensive extra-curricular leaders for others by living out the motto Our Open Day is on Sunday 8 March. opportunities in music, dance and of Mary MacKillop of ‘never seeing a need drama have allowed our students to without doing something about it’. demonstrate and develop their talents.

23 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport or 1-1 devices etc. A 270 Miller St, North Sydney NSW 2060 Gender Boys Marist College North Shore T 02 9957 5000 F 02 9954 9087 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Virtus Ubique Vincit’ W www.maristcollege.com Enrolment 860 students S Year 7 150 students; 6 classes “Self belief is something we need to nurture in our boys. We are asking our boys Headmaster Mr Tony Duncan Languages French to be the best they can be and defi nitely no better.” Enquiries Mrs Rachel Noble Fees 2015 Yr 7 $4,850 Yr 12 $5,250 Mr Tony Duncan Email [email protected] + Laptop hire for Year 7

Est. 1888

About Us Our Curriculum Learning Leadership Tertiary Offers Year 12 Marist College North Shore is a systemic Marist North Shore continues its What drives Marist North Shore is our University TAFE/VET boys’ Catholic secondary school in commitment to delivering an education to continued mission to serve and respect the Marist tradition. We are a part of our students that embraces 21st century one another and our wider community. a network of educational institutions thinking and addresses the curriculum Each student is provided the opportunity conducted by in more than with an approach focus on educating boys. to lead by example. For Tertiary Offer details please contact the College 70 countries. This endeavour had humble beginnings in the early nineteenth century We aim to be creative in our approach, At Marist North Shore, being a good in southern France, where a young priest, even with the most traditional subjects, in leader is supporting those around you. Marcellin Champagnat, founded the Marist order to engage and draw interest from all This is centre to our young men becoming HSC Subjects 38 VET Yes Brothers and began Marist Education. The of our students. We embrace technological fi ne leaders in our College community and Marist Brothers commenced their work development in our classrooms given in the future when they progress past the here in North Sydney in 1888. that our boys eat, sleep and breathe school gates. Facilities technology every day. • Visual Arts Centre The College provides a comprehensive Through our Solidarity program, our • Darkroom high-quality education in a nurturing Marist We are proud to cater for a broad range of students learn the value of service and • Music Centre community, founded on enduring Catholic abilities and allow for individual learning respect through our charity initiatives • Design & Technology Centre values, which prepares boys for an adult styles given that our students all learn alongside St Vincent de Paul, the Salvation • Drama Studio life of responsibility and commitment. differently. Army and other charitable initiatives • Library Resource Centre throughout Sydney. • Food Technology Centre The College has a strong emphasis on Our curriculum presents a range of • Gymnasium teaching and learning, providing extension assessments for students to challenge Our own Immersion programs to , • Weights/Circuit Room and support classes. With an extensive themselves, which allows the opportunity Cambodia and the Northern Territory offer • Basketball Courts x 4 co-curricular program, art, drama, music, for them to achieve success at some level a unique opportunity for students to step • Science Labs x 4 debating, plublic speaking and sporting in their subjects. outside their comfort zone and experience • Hall options for our students, there is a different way of life and contrasting • Careers Centre something for every boy. Collaboration is encouraged amongst all cultures. It is these experiences that • Counselling Rooms x 2 of our students across all year groups broaden and strengthen the minds of our • Canteen Marist College North Shore has built a through the numerous peer tutoring and students. • Wireless Site reputation on providing challenges for the mentoring initiatives that run within and full range of abilities and interests, and outside school hours. It is the College’s aim that at the developing well-rounded, balanced students. conclusion of Year 12, our students take Marist North Shore teachers and students away with them much more than just an Visit Us in 2015 At Marist North Shore we strive to promote are here to help one another and continue exam mark. Marist North Shore takes Our Open Day is on Saturday 7 March. faith, encourage excellence, engender to build their love of learning. great pride in our students developing responsibility, and develop respect and into young Christian men and responsible dignity in every one of our students. citizens.

24 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A 5 Forest Rd, Warriewood NSW 2102 Gender Co-educational Mater Maria Catholic College T 02 9997 7044 F 02 9997 6042 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 Warriewood W www.matermaria.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 940 students ‘Walk in New Life’ Principal Mr Marc Reicher Year 7 190 students; 8 classes Enquiries Mrs Deborah Fitzgerald Languages Italian & Japanese “Our co-educational community is focused on learning and positive support Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $4,072 Yr 12 $4,095 networks grounded in our shared College values of Community, Hospitality, Building Levy per family $880 Justice, Spirituality and Stewardship.” Mr Marc Reicher Est. 1962

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 At Mater Maria Catholic College, each At Mater Maria we seek to provide fl exible Each student at Mater Maria is called to University TAFE/VET student is called to nurture curiosity, learning experiences to meet the needs be an agent of stewardship, responsibility be globally focused and confi dent in all of all students. Each student’s program and service. We foster in each student 20% 20% 20% that they do. The Sisters of the Good for learning is informed by contemporary their inherent goodness, enabling them Samaritan founded Mater Maria Catholic teaching and a focused analysis of each to fl ourish and be at peace, and therefore 2011 2012 2013 College, initially as a girls’ school. In student’s diagnostic data. have the potential to achieve their 1979, the College became co-educational, personal best. 68% 62% 68% and in 1980, the Sisters donated the Refi ning professional practice and sharing College land in perpetuity. knowledge through teacher collaboration The inclusive nature of our co-educational HSC Subjects 38 VET Yes remain critical components in realising the setting provides a wide range of natural The Sisters of the Good Samaritan’s College’s overarching goal for students to opportunities for building positive Benedictine charism continues to have a ‘achieve their personal best’. relationships, and each student is Facilities strong infl uence over the life and mission encouraged to discern appropriate • Visual Arts Centres x 2 • Drama Centre of the College, along with the surrounding This simple statement encourages behaviours and restore personal • Commercial Hospitality Kitchen • Careers Offi ce parishes, which remain important in students personal responsibility, relationships with dignity when • Textiles Technology Rooms x 2 • Canteen partners in the faith education offered at commitment and achievement. It is at the tension occurs. • Woodworking Rooms x 2 • Chapel the College. core of the College’s continued journey of • Electronics Room • Hall school improvement and evidenced by our As tomorrow’s leaders, Mater • Science Labs x 4 • Oval Today, Mater Maria is a co-educational students’ results in external examinations Maria students are challenged • IT Labs x 4 • Wireless Site community focused on learning, positive over many years. to never underestimate the • Digital Learning Centre support networks and an infi nite array impact they can have as • Library Resource Centre of opportunities grounded in the shared A comprehensive range of courses individuals on the whole • LOTE Resource Centre College values of community, hospitality, enables Mater Maria students to choose community, the difference • Multi-purpose Courts justice, spirituality and stewardship. according to their needs and aspirations, of a small gesture and the • Cricket Nets now and for the future. Each course unique contributions that • Gymnasium We invite your child to join with us on is delivered through a rich, real and they will make in their • Music Centres x 2 their secondary school journey as we relevant dialogue, which engages and years ahead. • Lecture Theatre guide students on their formation, deepens the student’s understanding • Yr 12 Common Room learning and growth. of this ever-changing world. In addition, Our student-led mentoring • Counselling Room many opportunities are offered to activities, leadership extend students’ interests, ability and programs and ministry achievement in ministry, extracurricular, opportunities provide a Visit Us in 2015 sporting and service-based activities. foundation for each student to Our Open Day is on Sunday 15 March from 11:00am to Students are encouraged to become develop their gifts and achieve 2:00pm or book a College Tour via our website. involved and be enriched by these their personal success. experiences.

25 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport or 1-1 devices etc. A 75 Mackellar St, Emu Plains NSW 2750 Gender Co-educational McCarthy Catholic College T 02 4735 3211 F 02 4735 6249 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Integrity, Justice, Peace’ W www.mccarthyemuplains.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 850 students S Year 7 120 students; 4 classes “We endeavour to ensure that our school motto is an integral part of every Principal Mrs Robyn Meddows Languages Japanese student’s experience at the College. Our College community shares a commitment Enquiries Mrs Sharon Clarke Fees 2015* Yr 7 $1,875 Yr 12 $2,658 to keep Gospel values at the centre of education.” Email [email protected] Building levy $702 per family Mrs Robyn Meddows Est. 1986

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 McCarthy was founded in 1986 as McCarthy Catholic College offers a At McCarthy Catholic College we provide Trade Training Centre University TAFE/VET McCarthy Catholic Senior High School. wide variety of learning experiences for a number of ways for students to take on TAFE/VET In 1999, McCarthy accepted students students which range from subjects in leadership and care for the community. 16% 20% from Years 7-12, and in 2010, the school Religious Education, English, Mathematics, Students in Years 12 and 11 are opened a state of the art Trade Training Science, HSIE, PDHPE, LOTE, CAPA and elected by their peers on the Student 2012 2013 2012 2013 Centre. Named after the prominent TAS to VET and in the many extra-curricular Representative Council. The SRC is run 67% 35% 97% 99% Catholic McCarthy family, McCarthy opportunities available for students. by the School Captains to cater for the students learn to exhibit the values of fact McCarthy is a co-educational school. integrity, justice or peace, just as the The college has a strong focus on literacy Students are elected into a House HSC Subjects 32 VET Yes McCarthy family did in the early 1800s. and numeracy skills through the curriculum. Leadership format with a House Captain The college goals aim to improve the skills (Year 12) and a House Vice Captain The beliefs and traditions of the Catholic of students in order for each to become (Year 11). Each House Leader is given Facilities faith are the foundation for our learning, independent learners with highly developed a portfolio in the areas of Spirituality, • Library Resource Centre • Trade Training Centre teaching and relationships. We nurture the critical and creative thinking skills. Learning Culture, Environment and Social • Visual Arts Centre - Automotive spiritual development of students, staff Justice. The SRC are given opportunities • Performing Arts Centre - Carpentry and parents and see enormous value in In the senior years, students have a to participate in the decision making • Design & Technology Centre - Metals formal religious education. We treat each range of options available as they make process on certain aspects of the College. • TAS Facilities - Brick & Block person with dignity and respect, and we important choices for future careers and Throughout the year students are given - Metals - Child Care acknowledge and welcome parents and tertiary study. Students have the choice chances to develop their organisational - Wood - Hospitality caregivers as the primary educators of of a traditional study of senior subjects and leadership skills. - Agriculture - Hairdressing their children. to complete the HSC as well as achieving - Textiles & Design - Business an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank Our SRC members successfully organise - Food Tech We support students in becoming (ATAR) or they may elect to study a specifi c many school events and fundraising • Sports Field independent, thoughtful and compassionate trade through the college’s Trade Training initiatives to support Social Action and • Basketball Court young people. We work together to Centre which allows students to begin Justice in our wider community, and as a • Counselling Room ensure learning at McCarthy Catholic an apprenticeship whilst also completing way to express the Religious Life of our • Canteen College is inclusive, positive, challenging the HSC. Extra-curricular activities add to College. Events like Caritas, St Vincent • Wireless Site and enjoyable. We provide a safe, caring the learning experiences provided by the de Paul (Winter Appeal and Christmas and welcoming environment where staff subjects studied in the college. Choices Hampers) and Cancer research, to name a value and demonstrate the importance of range from academic pursuits involving few. These students are the voice of their continual professional learning. national and international competitions, peers who bring to our College’s attention, debating, university-aligned courses, ideas and concerns from their perspective. Visit Us in 2015 McCarthy Catholic College challenges humanitarian pursuits incorporating charity These students share their initiatives Our Open Day is on Sunday 22 March. students to strive for personal growth and fund raising and sporting endeavours through speaking at School assemblies, development in the spiritual, academic which includes sports from within the posters and visiting classes on a regular and community spheres. college, diocesan, state and national level. basis for feedback information.

26 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports A 101 Archer St, Chatswood NSW 2067 Gender Girls CELEBRATING Mercy Catholic College Chatswood T 02 9419 2890 F 02 9415 2831 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Mercy College aims to develop women of strong faith, women of W www.mercychatswood.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 580 students action and compassion’ Principal Ms Suzanne Kavanagh Year 7 110 students; 4 classes Enquiries Kirsteen Fisscher Languages Italian & French YEARS “At Mercy we recognise girls’ individual talents and strive to provide positive Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,885 Yr 12 $4,470 MERCY CATHOLIC COLLEGE experiences so each may realise their full potential.” CHATSWOOD Building Levy per family $880 1890 - 2015 Ms Suzanne Kavanagh

Est. 1890

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Mercy Catholic College was established Mercy College has a long history of We encourage all girls to develop their University TAFE/VET by the in 1890, and has academic excellence and we believe that leadership skills and provide students with been on its present site since 1905. The education is about growth. At Mercy we many opportunities to take on leadership 19% 11% 14% Sisters of Mercy administered the College recognise the needs of our students are roles in the College. until 1989 and since then, it has been diverse and we therefore constantly aim 2011 2012 2013 part of the Diocese of Broken Bay system to develop courses and apply teaching Our student leadership structure is such of Catholic schools. strategies that accommodate different that from Year 7, students can be voted in 78% 87% 86% learning styles, rates of learning and as Year representatives in portfolios such At Mercy we aim to develop young women learning abilities, so that each student as liturgy, social justice, environment and HSC Subjects 38 VET Yes who will be resilient, courteous, respectful, experiences growth. creative arts. independent and compassionate. Within the Mercy tradition we continue to A wide range of curricula and co-curricular Our tutor groups are organised Facilities educate, empower and inspire young, subjects are offered and as students vertically with students from each • Design & Technology Centre independent women through Gospel progress to senior years they are given Year group coming together to • Food Technology Kitchen values to achieve academic, social and informed advice around subject choices form a small family approach to • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Studios spiritual growth. so that they may fulfi l personal interest our pastoral care. Year 10 take • Preforming Arts/Drama Space needs and career aspirations. By providing on the responsibility of being ‘big • Library Resource Centre Our Vision: Through excellence in a nurturing and supportive environment, sisters’ to the new in-coming • Basketball/Netball Court education, our young women become we encourage students to develop their Year 7 students, making them • Yr 12 Common Area critical and creative thinkers with a sense potential and become self-motivated, feel part of our community. • Counselling Room of social responsibility and discipleship. lifelong learners. • Science Labs x 3 Senior girls in Years 11 and • Flexible Learning Space Our Values: We believe that students need the skills to 12 are asked to take on • Music Studios Respect – we honour each other, the move beyond their own perceived capacity leadership roles in the tutor • Careers Centre sacredness of the earth and the resources and therefore provide students with the group, leading discussions • IT Labs x 3 we share. opportunity to be involved in numerous on important issues such as • Theatrette Compassion – we put into practice an inter-school programs and competitions, resilience, cyber safety and • Canteen empathic understanding of the individual for example; Tournament of the Minds, academic goal setting. • Wireless Site needs and cultural heritage of others. Essential Secondary Science Assessment, Integrity – we communicate with sincerity and Future Problem Solving. We also Through these and other and undertake ethical conduct. encourage participation in our Honours structures, Mercy girls learn to Excellence – we aim to achieve the highest Program and provide opportunities for become involved citizens, who Visit Us in 2015 possible standard in all endeavours. students to work with experts in the fi elds are socially aware and capable of Our Open Day is on Sunday 8 March from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Hospitality – we create an inclusive and of Philosophy, Astronomy, International taking on leadership roles in our Our Open Morning is on Tuesday 18 August from 9:00am to welcoming environment for all. Relations and Archaeology. global society. 11:00am.

27 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport etc. A 449C Pennant Hills Rd, Pennant Hills NSW 2120 Gender Girls Mount St Benedict College T 02 9980 0406 F 02 9484 4911 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Inspiring Young Women, Transforming the Future’ W www.msb.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 970 students S Year 7 189 students; 7 classes “Mount St Benedict girls are able to develop their talents to become articulate, Principal Mrs Maria Pearson Languages French, German & Japanese confi dent and compassionate young women, equipped to make a positive Enquiries Mrs Narelle McClure Fees 2015 Yr 7 $10,175 Yr 12 $10,265 difference in our world.” Email [email protected] Capital Levy and P&F Levy per family $700 Mrs Maria Pearson Est. 1966

About Us Our Curriculum Student Leadership Tertiary Offers Year 12 Mount St Benedict College was founded The curriculum at Mount St Benedict Leadership at MSB is informed by the University TAFE/VET by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan in College caters for a diverse range of notion of servant leader - participative the Order of St Benedict in 1966. The student needs, allowing more able students leadership focused on the needs of 8% 6% 7% College is one of ten owned by the Sisters to engage in a fulfi lling and rewarding others. There are many opportunities for in Australia. course of study, while also offering our students to develop an understanding 2011 2012 2013 support to students with special learning of the strengths they possess and The College is an independent Catholic needs. Teaching staff have undertaken opportunities to develop the skills they will 90% 91% 92% girls’ school located in the Catholic professional learning in the Harvard utilise in their future. Diocese of Broken Bay and run under the Teaching for Understanding Learning HSC Subjects 37 VET Yes auspices of Good Samaritan Education Framework and are using this framework Across the year groups students may be through its Board of Directors and the to prepare students to be women of voted into the Student Representative College Principal. The core values of competence, confi dence and compassion Council. In Years 10 and 11 students are Facilities the College are Pax, Hospitality and equipped with the necessary skills to trained as Peer Support leaders and have • Blue Gum High Forest • Careers Centre Stewardship, and the promotion of holistic ensure life-long learning, independent the opportunity to be House Vice-Captain. • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre • Music Centre education. The College offers a rigorous learning, critical thinking, a keen sense of Year 11 students partake in a leadership • Design & Technology Centre • Dance Studio academic program, a comprehensive justice and compassion for others. formation program that results in the voting • Information Resource Centre • Canteen curriculum and an enriching co-curricular of College Captain, Vice-Captain Spirit and • Food Technology Centre • Chapel program in the spirit of Benedictine and In 2014, the MYBennies Innovation Vice-Captain Portfolio. House Captains and • LOTE Resource Centre • Oval Good Samaritan tradition. Project was launched, the result of two Portfolio Captains are also elected and • Performing Arts/Drama Centre • Hall years of research at the College, into how House Ambassadors are appointed. It is • Counselling Rooms x 2 • Wireless Site There is an extensive choice of subjects on to better engage students in the middle the great energy of our leaders that has • Weights/Circuit Room offer at the College, as well as a Pastoral years of schooling, Years 7 to 9. Central resulted in many successful community • Multi-purpose Area Care structure that nurtures students within to these changes is our belief that girls initiatives at the College. • Basketball Courts x 3 small Homeroom groups and Houses. In learn at their best when they have strong • Netball Courts x 3 this supportive environment students are connections, when they feel valued, A large number of informal opportunities • Tennis Courts x 2 able to grow and fl ourish, developing their respected and known, and when their also exist. Students at all year levels may • Gymnasium particular gifts and challenge themselves learning is relevant and interesting. In opt to lead a variety of initiatives within • Yr 12 Common Room to venture into new and exciting areas of 2015, for the fi rst time, a Year 7 Integrated their House or Homeroom. The many • Science Labs x 7 enquiry. Mount St Benedict College has program will aid the transition of students social justice initiatives, service learning • Media Suite (Music) committed to Positive Education as a into the College. A team of teachers will opportunities and events that occur at the whole-school approach across all areas work with students to acquire the 21st College also increase the opportunities for of curriculum, pastoral and mission. century skills of creativity and problem students to develop leadership skills. Year Visit Us in 2015 This initiative nurtures well-being in both solving, communication, critical thinking, 9 students are considered leaders without Our Open Day will be held on Sunday 8 March. College Tours students and staff, a positive learning information and media literacy, global badges and are involved in developing are also available. Visit our website for details. Registration environment where students fl ourish both citizenship, collaboration and teamwork, some aspects of the College Community for waiting list forms should be lodged by the end of Year 4. academically and emotionally. and independence in their learning. after their leadership camp.

28 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A 58a Orwell St, Blacktown NSW 2148 Gender Girls Nagle College T 02 8887 4501 F 02 9831 1936 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Celebrating 50 years of educating girls to bring light W www.nagleblacktown.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 800 students to the world’ S Year 7 145 students; 5 classes “I am very proud of the girls at Nagle College: this is a vibrant multi-cultural community Principal Mrs Delma Horan Languages French, Italian & Japanese that emphasises the importance of building student capacity and unleashing talents. Enquiries Ms Alison Bostock Fees 2015 Yr 7 $3,597 Yr 12 $4,180 The school motto, ‘In Deed, Not Word’, calls all members of the community to action.” Email [email protected] Mrs Delma Horan Est. 1965

About Us Our Curriculum Student Leadership Tertiary Offers Year 12 Nagle College fi rst began on the present The Duke of Edinburgh programme is Nagle College is committed to student University TAFE/VET site in 1965 as a Years 7-10 school. well established at Nagle College. This voice and choice. The belief that each It was founded by the Presentation programme that is held in high esteem girl should contribute to her learning 11% 9% 9% Sisters and is named after the founder worldwide, consists of four areas: actively underpins the pastoral programme of the order, Nano Nagle. In 2015, Volunteering, Skills, Outdoor Recreation at the college. Chaired by the College 2011 2012 2013 Nagle College will celebrate 50 years of and Expeditions. The programme has Captain and Vice Captain, the Student providing Catholic education for the girls attracted a signifi cant number of girls Representative Council has elected 79% 80% 80% of Blacktown. over the years. In 2014, we had 20 representatives from each Year group. students undertaking Bronze level, 15 HSC Subjects 33 VET Yes The College motto, ‘In Deed Not Word’, students undertaking Silver level and Regular meetings at which school issues encapsulates the particular aim of the 10 students undertaking Gold. As part are raised, responded to, and commented school, which is to help our students of the community service aspect of the on, contribute to the school’s decision- Facilities become women who want to improve programme, the girls have developed a making process. The SRC organises • School Hall the world and who are prepared to Science learning space and garden. signifi cant fundraising events like Project • Performance Space work actively to achieve this goal. All Compassion, contributes to the shaping of • Science Labs x 6 members of the College community are The girls undertake a variety of signifi cant College events, and supports • School Farm encouraged to have high expectations, expeditions that cover different terrain school liturgies. The SRC members will • Food Technology Spaces achieve their academic best, be respectful and conditions; they are supervised by consult widely with their relevant year • Textiles Spaces of all members of their community and an experienced team of teachers who groups and use surveys and forums to • Visual Arts Room x 2 to ensure that their actions benefi t are supported by the latest in satellite gather data that can be presented to the • Commercial Kitchen others. The school provides girls with the technology. Each year, students provide College Leadership team. The House • Darkroom opportunity to pursue tertiary study and service to the school and to the wider system offers girls further opportunities • Sports Courts enter the world of work with confi dence community. for leadership. With fi ve Houses led • Playing Field and skills. by senior students, the school spirit is • Canteen The value of the award is in its strengthened. • Wireless Site Nagle College is also based on the development of the whole person through • Library and Information Resource Centre Gospel values of Hope, Faith and a non-competitive programme. Students Homerooms are organised into Houses, Forgiveness as well as the College values who take part in the programme provide allowing for cohesion in the Houses and of Faith, Learning, Welcome, Courage and service to the community, test their the consolidation of strong relationships Action. The Religious life of the College endurance and leadership skills and across the year groups. The Big Sister/ is fostered through liturgies, daily prayer, broaden their interests through acquiring Little Sister programme provides each school Masses, the celebration of Church new skills. The sense of achievement and student with a Year 12 mentor. Visit Us in 2015 feasts and a comprehensive Religious the increase in personal confi dence affect Year 7 students can speak with their Big Our Open Evening is on Wednesday 11 March. Education programme taught from Years a student’s overall approach to learning Sisters about any questions or issues that 7-12. at school. they wish to explore further.

29 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A 423-513 Old Northern Rd, Castle Hill NSW 2154 Gender Boys Yr 7 - 12; Girls Yr 11 - 12 Oakhill College T 02 9899 2288 F 02 9899 3076 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Deo Duce’ W www.oakhill.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 1,680 students Principal Br Peter Ryan fsc Year 7 240 students; 12 classes “Oakhill College, since 1936, has a proud history of providing excellence in education Enquiries The Registrar Languages French & Italian within the Lasallian tradition. Reaching Out, Touching Hearts: A future Full of Hope.” Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $7,014 Yr 12 $7,724 Br Peter Ryan fsc Building levy $327 per family Plus Additional Subject Service Fees Est. 1936

About Us Our Curriculum Deo Duce – With God as our Leader! Tertiary Offers Year 12 Oakhill College, Castle Hill is a non- At Oakhill College we aim to provide a Student leadership at Oakhill is based University TAFE/VET selective Catholic School in the Lasallian curriculum which inspires, motivates on the Lasallian values of Faith, Service Tradition. It is a proud tradition which and challenges students to maximise and Community. Formal leadership 12% 10% 15% dates back to the 17th century when St their potential in an environment where opportunities include: Year 12 Leaders, John Baptist de La Salle gathered around the learning, assessment and reporting Year 11 House Vice-Captains, Lasallian 2011 2012 2013 him a small community and founded are designed around transferable Youth Leaders, Junior Class Captains and the Brothers of the Christian Schools understandings and skills clearly linked the Duke of Edinburgh program. However, 76% 83% 74% whose mission was to give a human to identifi ed key ideas. Our curriculum leadership is not restricted to our badged and Christian education to the young, is shifting towards more inquiry-based leaders as leadership opportunities HSC Subjects 47 VET Yes especially those most in need. In keeping learning; engaging students with extend beyond these formal positions. with that tradition Oakhill College was relevant experience characterised by established in 1936. an environment which demonstrates All senior students are encouraged Facilities personalised, student-centred learning to be “older brothers and sisters” in • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre • Science Labs x 10 For the last 79 years the community at and encourages engagement through their guidance of our younger students • Food Technology Centre • Music Centre Oakhill has prided itself on bringing to participation in collaborative, experience- promoting respect and compassion. • Design & Technology Centre • Music Rooms x 6 life the core Lasallian Principles: Faith in driven exercises which, in turn, encourage The College program • IT Labs • Drama Theatre the Presence of God; A Quality Education; critical thinking and the application of culminates in a challenging Outward • Library Resource Centre • Drama Rooms x 3 An Inclusive Community; A Respect for all skills to real-world scenarios. Through this Bound experience for Year 10 students. • LOTE Resource Centre • Ovals x 4 Persons; and A Concern for the Poor and focus, and with the acknowledgment that • Lecture Theatres x 2 • Canteen Social Justice. contemporary society exists in a digital Students are encouraged to participate in • Weights/Circuit Room • Chapel paradigm, we are able to personalise our solidarity immersion programs in India, • Student Well Being Centre – Careers, • Sports Centre Oakhill College strives to be an innovative learning for all students, including those the Philippines, Vietnam and Cambodia. Counselling, Special Needs • Cricket Nets community that is committed to the with learning diffi culties and students who Other volunteer programs include the • Indoor Swimming Pool • Assembly Hall academic and personal growth of each are gifted in certain areas. instruction of children with special needs, • Tennis Courts • Gymnasium student. St Vincent de Paul activities and visiting • Basketball Courts x 3 • Art Rooms x 5 Oakhill staff are also part of a celebrated retirement homes in the local community. • Indoor Multi-Purpose Sports Centre • Darkroom The College offers an extensive number of team environment, where team teaching Our graduates are encouraged to participate • Netball Courts academic subjects, a wide ranging choice and collaboration are becoming essential in the Share the Mission volunteer program • Sporting Fields – Rugby; ; of co-curricular activities, a personalised in the delivery of learning. By connecting and other opportunities to “make a Soccer; Hockey pastoral care program and a selection of students to fi eld experts, community difference” in Lasallian missions. At Oakhill mission opportunities that cater for the and global partners, our focus on active our aim is to challenge, inspire and guide needs and interests of all our students. learning aims to develop young men and our students to become leaders and make Visit Us in 2015 women who are responsible global citizens a meaningful and ongoing contribution to Please contact the College or refer to our website for further and who are committed to linking hearts our society. This is not new! It has been details. and minds by living out our Lasalian values an essential element in the delivery of as an extension of their own world view. Lasallian education for centuries.

30 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports A Victoria Rd, Parramatta NSW 2150 Gender Girls OLMC Parramatta T 02 9683 3300 F 02 9890 1466 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Sub Tuum Praesidium - Under Your Protection’ W www.olmc.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 900 students Principal Stephen M Walsh Year 7 175 students; 8 classes “Centred on the teachings and example of Jesus Christ and Sisters of Mercy Enquiries Mrs Rosalba Sorgiovanni Yee Languages French & Japanese founder, Catherine McAuley, a Parramatta Mercy Education is treasured for life.” Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $7,416 Yr 12 $9,459 Stephen M Walsh

Est. 1889

About Us Our Curriculum Inspiring Young Women to Lead Tertiary Offers Year 12 In 1888, nine Sisters of Mercy set sail OLMC Parramatta carries forward Catherine OLMC girls grow to be strong and resilient University TAFE/VET from Callan, Ireland to do the work of the McAuley’s spirit as a Mercy educator where young women. Through its integration of Church in Parramatta, leading all in their excellence is demonstrated by quality Mercy values across the curriculum, the 9% 2% 5% care to a deep knowledge of Jesus Christ. teaching and learning that is open to new College environment fosters the spiritual, perspectives, new questions, and even new moral and intellectual growth of each 2011 2012 2013 Arriving in early December, the Sisters answers to old questions. student. Acknowledging and valuing the quickly set about establishing a school a dignity of each individual, the Pastoral 88% 92% 88% month later in January, 1889. Fundamental to achieving excellence in Care program emphasises leadership learning and teaching at OLMC is the skills, equipping students for their future HSC Subjects 47 VET Yes In this very short time the foundations belief that an innovative contemporary roles in society. were laid, establishing OLMC Parramatta curriculum must focus on how girls learn as a leading independent Catholic best to enable students to respond The College’s Student Leadership model is Facilities secondary girls’ school providing critically, creatively and productively to the focused on building positive relationships · Chapel · Canteen contemporary learning and academic changing world. and service to the community, taking · Library · Careers Centre excellence in the Mercy tradition. example from the lives of Jesus Christ and · Music Centre · Uniform Shop Each learner at OLMC is empowered to Catherine McAuley, founder of the Sisters · Tennis Court · Gymnasium Featuring contemporary learning facilities, imagine their potential and given the tools of Mercy. OLMC believes that, when · Netball Courts x 2 · Hall OLMC Parramatta is a one-to-one to realise it in the 21st century. given the opportunity to lead their · Dance Studio · Wireless Site Notebook school that continues to invest peers, young people grow in · Drama Spaces x 2 heavily in digital technologies, top quality The College’s academic results across maturity and confi dence and · Multimedia Room College-wide IT infrastructure and ongoing its broad curriculum refl ect a culture develop character. From Year 7 · Photography Room staff ICT development, to ensure students of excellence. HSC and NAPLAN to Year 12, Mercy Girls are given · Science Laboratories x 6 have the opportunity to learn vital skills results consistently show the College the chance to lead, including opportunities · Year 12 Common Room for the 21st century and become truly outperforming many comparable schools. In such as Homeroom Leaders, Mercy Action · Hospitality Kitchens x 2 independent learners. the HSC, the number of girls achieving over Leaders, and through the Big Sister Little · Student Services Centre 80 per cent in each subject is consistently Sister Program, the Peer Support Program (including Counselling Rooms) An OLMC education is fi rst class, relevant, above the average for all schools. After the and the Year 12 Student leadership team, · Learning Enrichment Centre forward thinking and respectful of history HSC, well over 90 per cent of girls go on to which consists of 24 students. Girls develop · Specialist Visual Arts Rooms and tradition. further tertiary study. their skills by taking opportunities to attend · Specialist Design & Technology Rooms leadership days and workshops, specialist Mercy Girls are empowered to lead Beyond the classroom, students choose programs and Immersion Programs. courageously as young women of Mercy from an array of co-curricular options, Visit Us in 2015 and action, challenged to respond to the striving for and achieving excellence Mercy Girls leave OLMC with a strong You are invited to attend our College Open Day on Sunday needs of our time, and make a difference in their chosen area while having fun, sense of self and the practical tools, 1 March or one of our Open Morning Tours held throughout in the world in the spirit of Catherine improving their skills and developing intellect and confi dence to make a the year. Dates are published on the College website. McAuley. lasting friendships. meaningful contribution to the world.

31 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources and co-curricular activities A 90 The Boulevarde, Strathfi eld NSW 2135 Gender Co-educational P - Yr 4 Santa Sabina College A Santa Maria del Monte Primary Campus: Girls Yr 5 - 12 ‘Discerning Scholarship’ 59 The Boulevarde, Strathfi eld NSW 2135 Year Range P - Yr 12 T 02 9745 7000 F 02 9745 7001 Enrolment 1,200 students “Santa Sabina College educates students to be discerning scholars and advocates W www.ssc.nsw.edu.au Year 7 125 students; 6 classes for justice.” S Languages French, Italian, Latin & Japanese Dr Maree Herrett Principal Dr Maree Herrett Fees 2015 Yr 7 $17,760 Yr 12 $18,825 Enquiries Helen Ayers (Registrar) Est. 1894 Email [email protected]

About Us Our Curriculum Pillars Leadership Program Tertiary Offers Year 12 Established in 1894, Santa Sabina While Santa Sabina College offers over Student leadership has a very strong University TAFE/VET College, a Catholic school in the 40 courses at HSC and many of our tradition at Santa Sabina College. Dominican tradition, educates students Year 12 students are Top Achievers and Leadership development is an integral part 4% 4% 3% to achieve personal excellence, act with HSC Top All-Rounders in the state, what of a Dominican education. Our Mission justice and compassion, and embrace the Santa Sabina College is really committed statement identifi es that “each student is 2011 2012 2013 future with an optimistic global vision. to for all students is the pursuit of encouraged to aim for personal excellence personal excellence in a student-centred, and to develop skills of independent 95% 96% 97% The College delivers a comprehensive intellectually dynamic learning environment. learning and critical thinking… promoting curriculum that caters for diverse self-esteem, self-discipline, responsibility HSC Subjects 41 VET Yes strengths and goals. Varied co-curricular Our Primary campus is a candidate school and leadership”. activities allow students to pursue their for the International Baccalaureate Primary individual interests and include over 20 Years Program and its model of Inquiry is All Year 10 students are invited to Facilities sports, music and drama ensembles, at the heart of the College’s approach to undertake a Student Leadership • Outdoor Education/Retreats Centre • Food Technology Lab public speaking and debating, and the teaching and learning K-12. As a community Preparation Program called Pillars, with • Performing Arts Black Box Theatre • Science Labs x 6 Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. of discerning scholars we know all of our over 60% of students participating. This • Design & Technology Labs x 2 • Careers Centre students and how they learn. We know our fi ve week program is based around the • Library Resource Centres x 2 • Lecture Theatre Immersion programs in learners learn best in a collaborative culture four pillars of Dominican life: Learning, • LOTE Resource Centres x 2 • IT Labs x 6 and Central Australia encourage local of inquiry where there is complexity and Service, Community and Prayer. • Music Centre - Holyrood • Chapels x 2 understanding of global issues. Students they are challenged to make meaning and • Strength & Conditioning Room • Halls x 2 are encouraged to be risk takers, have develop deep understanding which pushes The Program includes interactive workshops, • Early Education Centre • Canteen enquiring minds, to advocate for justice them beyond the boundaries of comfort. We guest speakers, discussion groups and • Digital Design Room • Darkroom and develop the ability to research and know that personalising the learning and personal refl ection time. Participants gain • Visual Arts Studios x 2 • Ovals x 2 critique themselves. encouraging our students to set individual increased self-understanding, they grow in • Counselling Rooms x 3 • Pool learning goals and ‘personal bests’ helps faith and in community with others and a • Netball Courts x 4 Santa Sabina incorporates an Early them develop a growth mindset. We know service ethic is fostered. • Basketball Courts x 4 Education Centre for children from 6 that our learners need effective feedback • Cricket Nets x 4 weeks old to pre-school, a Prep Year for and self-refl ection to understand themselves Student action teams in Primary and • Tennis Courts x 4 4-5 years old children, an OOSH centre for as learners which fosters their critical and develop leadership skills • Climbing Wall before and after-school care and vacation creative thinking skills. within all students and partnerships with • Yr 12 Common Room programs, and Tallong, an Outdoor associations, such as the Alliance of Girls’ Education and Retreat Centre set in the At Santa Sabina College we use this Schools and the Coalition of Knowledge- Southern Highlands. knowledge and understanding of our Building Schools, foster leadership Visit Us in 2015 students and learning, to promote potential. Santa Sabina College prepares Our Information Mornings are held each term on both scholarly endeavours in a diverse and rich students to be confi dent and capable the Primary and Secondary Campuses. Bookings are curriculum, which support the individual leaders who can make a positive impact essential. Further information is available on the website. learning needs of all. on their world.

32 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A Yr 7 - 10: 116 Quakers Rd, Marayong NSW 2148 Gender Co-educational St Andrews College A Yr 11 - 12: 50 Breakfast Rd, Marayong NSW 2148 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Faith in Christ’ T 02 9626 4000 F 02 9626 0556 Enrolment 1,025 students W www.standrewscmarayong.catholic.edu.au Year 7 186 students; 6 classes “St Andrews College is a “best kept secret” graduating students with outstanding S Languages Japanese results and being others centred, informed by their Catholic faith.” Principal Mr Nicholas Vidot Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,476 Yr 12 $3,644 Mr Nicholas Vidot Enquiries Mrs Julie Sabine Building levy $702 per family Email [email protected] Est. 1998

About Us Our Curriculum Leadership in our Community Tertiary Offers Year 12 St Andrews College is a Catholic co- The teaching staff at St Andrews College Through a strong sense of faith and University TAFE/VET educational secondary College committed focuses their work on preparing our community the students of St Andrews to a personalised, relevant and meaningful students to be valuable contributors to the College are encouraged and guided by 28% 27% 27% learning experience for every student. world through faith and great learning. staff to be people for others to develop With a strong record of academic, sporting their interpersonal and leadership skills. 2011 2012 2013 and cultural achievement, students are The staff work collaboratively to ensure presented with a range of learning options that our students are accessing grade level Across both campuses students have 69% 73% 73% tailored to their abilities and needs. standards. It is important that our students opportunities to become members of know what they are expected to learn and Social Justice Groups where they dedicate HSC Subjects 41 VET Yes St Andrews creates dynamic learning not just what they are expected to do. their time to learn about social justice environments to challenge and nurture issues. The students lead meetings where students to be people of compassion, At St Andrews College a strong emphasis they discuss issues that are important Facilities confi dence, competence, creativity, is placed on having a clear purpose for to them. They develop strategies to • Religious Education Centres x 2 • Tennis Courts x 3 conscience, and with the conviction of each lesson to assist the students to encourage the whole school community • Arts Centre/ Visual Arts Centres x 2 • Cricket Nets x 2 faith to transform our world. understand the relevance of the learning. to support social justice campaigns. • Performing Arts/Drama Centres x 2 • Ovals x 2 These campaigns give the students of St • Design & Technology Centres x 4 • Gymnasium St Andrews College is part of the St The Gradual Release of Responsibility is the Andrews College an opportunity to became • Food Technology/Textiles Centres x 3 • Soccer Pitch Andrews the Apostle Catholic Parish, framework adopted to support our students’ aware of the world they live in and to • Library Resource Centres x 2 • IT Labs x 5 Marayong and offers religious education, educational development. Through focused develop empathy for those less fortunate. • LOTE Resource Centres x 2 • Music Centres x 2 liturgical and spiritual opportunities and instruction teachers establish the purpose of • Chapel: Sacred Spaces x 2 • Wireless Site faith in action programs for students the learning, ensuring that our students are The aim of the student leadership • Weights/Circuit Room to develop an understanding and informed about what they are learning and program at St Andrews College is to • Multi-purpose Areas x 11 appreciation of the Catholic faith with the how they will be applying this knowledge to assist students to grow in their personal • Science Labs x 4 ‘new evangelisation’. The College has a their learning. development. As a student leader of St • Yr 12 Common Room strong academic record which is the result Andrews College students learn how to be • Counselling Rooms x 2 of a comprehensive curriculum, enhanced Teachers give guided instruction to an effective team member, they learn to • Careers Centres x 2 with learning support, enrichment, enhance the students’ collaborative negotiate and co-operate, they experience • Canteens x 2 extension and study support programs. learning as well as develop the students’ the rewards of good public speaking and • Basketball Courts x 2 independent learning skills to allow them they learn about the benefi ts of being well • Netball Courts x 4 In 2013, more than 70% of the students to confi dently ask more questions to organised and planned. were offered their fi rst preference at expand their learning. university. Since 2005, VET students at St St Andrews College takes great pride Visit Us in 2015 Andrews College continue to be recipients At St Andrews College students are guided in nurturing our leaders of tomorrow Our Open Day is on Tuesday 10 March. Tours begin on the of Regional, State and National Vocational to develop the necessary skills and to successfully contribute to make a Junior Campus at 9:00am and 9:30am. Contact the College for Education and Training Awards. expertise to succeed in further education difference to the world they live in. booking details. and training, their careers and life.

33 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports A 48 Carters Rd, Lake Munmorah NSW 2259 Gender Co-educational St Brigid’s Catholic College T 02 4358 4278 Year Range Yr 7 - 8 (Yr 9 in 2016) Lake Munmorah W www.sbccdbb.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 120 students ‘Infl aming Hearts & Minds in Christ’ Principal Mrs Julie Terry Year 7 50 students; 2 classes Enquiries Mrs Rita Buchanan Languages To be introduced in 2015 CATHOLIC COLLEGE “My hope is that St Brigid’s is a hope-fi lled community of learners, where all are Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $2,940 respected, challenged and supported to be the very best person they can be.” Building Levy per family $880 Mrs Julie Terry Est. 2014

About Us Our Curriculum Growing Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 St Brigid’s Catholic college is a new and At St Brigid’s we have a passion for Students are encouraged to use the gifts University TAFE/VET growing school which opened with a Year 7 student-centred teaching and learning, that they have been given to bring about cohort in 2014. where we know the strengths of each a better world. Leadership is very much student and encourage them to be about service to others, and students The College is named after St Brigid creative and innovative thinkers, achieving are supported and challenged to live out First Year 7 cohort will complete their HSC in 2019 (451-525), a great Irish saint who was a their personal best. their call to discipleship with compassion contemporary of St Brendan (484-577). and love. It is hoped that our students are This name provides a direct connection impassioned so that their hearts and Students have the opportunity to be HSC Subjects NA VET NA with the broader Lake Munmorah minds are set afi re with the love of life members of the SRC, house leaders community it serves, and with St and learning through the experiences and assistant house leaders. They are Brendan’s Catholic School. that are offered to them at our College. proud of their role in building the culture Facilities Our goal is to develop students who are of this community. Our College pastoral • Science Labs St Brigid was a pioneer of Irish life-long learners with twenty-fi rst century structure is framed around four house • Canteen monasticism, an innovator who was co- learning skills which include critical and groups. Students have the opportunity • Music Centre leader of a mixed male and female religious creative thinking, problem solving, working to be Student Leaders who lead their • TAS Facility community, the great monastery of Kildare, both collaboratively and independently. house. The house structure allows • 1:1 Laptop Program which was renowned for its faith and To enhance this learning we have a 1:1 for participation and leadership in the • Multi-purpose Learning Area learning. Therefore, she is a great model laptop program for all students. domains of academic achievement, • Outdoor Court for a Catholic co-educational College. sporting prowess, social justice initiatives • Wireless Site An inquiry-based approach to learning is and effort and application to work. Together with a committed group of used based on deep learning of concepts parents and staff, the College will cater where students are actively involved in As the College grows, students will be for Years 7 and 8 in 2015. their own learning. Increasing student involved in peer buddying for incoming engagement is likely to improve the students. This is an opportunity to be quality of learning. Teaching programs are welcoming and show hospitality to those designed using the Understanding by Design who join our community. The Mentor Group framework to ensure that all students are is a small group of students under the able to access the curriculum and build their care of a ‘Mentor Coach’ teacher. As knowledge, skills and understanding. each year group is added to the College, the vertical nature of the Students complete a range of mandatory Mentor Group will allow for the Visit Us in 2015 courses set by the NSW BOSTES and older students to assist the Our Open Day is on Tuesday 24 February from 1:30pm additionally enjoy the study of Religious younger students in their to 7:00pm. Our community breakfast is on Friday 20 February Education following the Diocesan Religious daily life at the College. from 7:00am to 8:00am. Education syllabus.

34 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport or 1-1 devices etc. A 54-94 Gascoigne St, Kingswood NSW 2747 Gender Boys St. Dominic’s College Penrith T 02 4731 1933 F 02 4721 0166 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Educating the leaders of Tomorrow’ W www.stdominics.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 1,076 students S Year 7 190 students; 7 classes “St. Dominic’s College invites all students to share in the Gospel message of compassion, Principal Mr Michael Ronchetti Languages Japanese justice and peace. Students are asked to open their hearts and minds and realise their Enquiries Mrs Fran Tyrrell Fees 2015* Please contact the College for details potential as we, as a College, strive for equity and excellence. We are committed to a just Email [email protected] College Fees are highly competitive curriculum for all, and we foster right relationships as part of an inclusive community.” Est. 1959 Mr Michael Ronchetti

About Us Our Curriculum Pastoral Care and Student Wellbeing Tertiary Offers Year 12 St. Dominic’s College, inspired by the All students have different interests, The most important aspect of College life University TAFE/VET ethos of Edmund Rice, has a strong capabilities and educational goals, is the wellbeing of our students; we pride tradition of Catholic education for boys. the College is aware of this and has ourselves on providing an environment 28% 20% 23% The quality of such education is clearly constructed an educational program that that allows for students to fl ourish: Happy, evident and has grown to meet the is broad and allows for the individual Healthy and Achieving. We employ two 2011 2012 2013 changing needs of secondary education in to fl ourish regardless of what area they full time counsellors who specialise in the Penrith district over the past 56 years. persue. That being said, once a student’s child psychology, an indigenous liaison 60% 62% 65% needs and skills are identifi ed they are offi cer who is charged with fostering our The College specialises in providing an provided with the appropriate and much indigenous heritage and three learning HSC Subjects 38 VET Yes education catered specifi cally to male more specifi c educational regime that they support staff to provide specialist students. Proof of our claim can be require to excel. academic attention where needed. seen in the people of the greater Penrith Facilities District, with many of its industry leaders Depending on the student the regime Our Pastoral program provides vertical • Performing Arts Centre • Cricket Nets x 2 and prominent members proud past may include the College’s Accelerated homerooms so that junior students • Industrial Kitchen • Recording Studios x 2 students of the College. Academic Courses, placement on one have strong role models to look up to • Technology & Applied Science • Science Labs x 6 of our extremely competitive sporting and learn from, the Year 7 mentoring Workrooms x 13 • Canteen Our state of the art facilities are squads, participation in leadership program provides an avenue for senior • Information Resource Centre • College Shop unparalleled in the region ensuring that building initiatives, joining one of our students to reach out to those Year 7 boys • IT Labs x 6 • Careers Centre our students are being educated in the cultural exchange programs, or even struggling to adjust to High School. Further • Chapel • AFL Field best possible environment. The College fast tracking their graduate career attention is provided by the two pastoral • Prayer Rooms • ANZAC Memorial Garden fee package is all inclusive and highly opportunities with the vast alumni network coordinators assigned to each year group. • Ovals x 3 • Weights/Circuit Room competitive, guaranteeing a Private the College has at its disposal. Free after school study programs are • Visual Arts Studios x 3 School education without the price tag. also run by the Mathematics, English • Darkroom and Science faculties on a weekly basis, • Ceramics Studio St. Dominic’s holistic approach to Afternoon Study is provided daily and • Languages Centre education ensures that our graduates supervised by several teachers. • Counseling Rooms enter the community as successful, • Basketball Courts x 3 conscientious young men who can excel in Our pastoral program instils a sense • Liturgical/ Performance Hall all aspects of life. of brotherhood amongst the students, • Multipurpose Learning Areas x 2 providing an environment where each and every one of our students can feel a sense of belonging and that they are surrounded Visit Us in 2015 by a group of peers who have a genuine Our Open Day is on Sunday 8 March. College Tours can be compassion and respect for each other. arranged at any time by contacting the College.

35 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The College fees are all inclusive A Yr 7 - 10: 85 Hambledon Rd, Schofi elds NSW 2762 Gender Co-educational S THROU SE GH AS T St John Paul II Catholic College P H A Yr 11 - 12: Nirimba Education Precinct Eastern Rd, Year Range Yr 7 - 12 Y I A S L W A (formerly Terra Sancta College)

E N Quakers Hill NSW 2763 Enrolment 1,140 students

H D T ‘A Unique and Dynamic Learning Experience’ T 02 9208 7200 F 02 9208 7230 Year 7 210 students; 7 classes “St John Paul II Catholic College aims to provide an education which promotes the W www.stjohnpaul2.catholic.edu.au Languages Italian development of the whole person intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, S Fees 2015 Yr 7 $3,702 Yr 12 $4,266 spiritually and to their own personal best.” Principals Mr Jim Fanning and Mr Phillip Smith Building levy $702 per family Co-operating Principals Mr Phillip Smith and Mr Jim Fanning. Enquiries Mrs Fay Lovett Est. 1996 Email [email protected]

About Us Our Curriculum Yr 11-12 University/TAFE Opportunities Tertiary Offers Year 12 St John Paul II Catholic College, The Transition between Year 6 and Year The senior campus at Quakers Hill forms University TAFE/VET formerly known as Terra Sancta College, 7 can sometimes be a diffi cult time for part of the Nirimba Education Precinct was renamed on 1 January 2015 to new students entering high school, the – an exciting and innovative educational 19% 18% 22% commemorate the signifi cant contributions change from a single classroom in primary concept incorporating the University of to the Diocese of Parramatta and to Catholic to numerous classroom and teachers in Western Sydney and WSI-TAFE. Students 2011 2012 2013 education of Pope John Paul II who was high school can be a daunting experience have the option whilst completing their canonised on 27 April 2014. St John Paul for some. HSC to undertake additional studies at 62% 64% 58% II is a progressive, co-educational Catholic the Western Sydney Institute of TAFE College, located across two wireless and The Year 7 Core Learning and Teaching or the University of Western Sydney HSC Subjects 40+ VET Yes air-conditioned campuses in greater Western Program was developed and implemented College, which is located on the site. Sydney, Schofi elds (Years 7-10) and Quakers by St John Paul II Catholic College to These programs provide opportunities for Hill/Nirimba (Years 11-12). The College has assist with the transition from Year 6 to early enrolment, credit toward degrees Facilities a strong tradition of academic and sporting Year 7 to ensure students feel secure in and the possibility of scholarships at the • Newly Built Collaborative • Recording Studio excellence and a commitment to social the safety of their own classroom. University of Western Sydney. St John Learning & Teaching Spaces • Commercial Kitchen justice initiatives. It offers a broad education Paul II Catholic College also offers • Science Labs x 7 • Gymnasium that refl ects the spiritual, academic, social This program allows students to develop a opportunities for students to • Design and Technology and physical needs of students. strong educational relationship with their enrol in the Step Up Into • Music Centre two core teachers for English, History and Teaching program from • Art Studios The College embraces a student-centred Religion and another for Mathematics, the Australian Catholic • Food Technology Kitchens x 2 learning culture where staff and students Science and Personal Development, University. • Prayer Room strive for excellence in all aspects of quality Health & Physical Education. • Performance Workshops x 2 teaching and learning. The values of respect, Facilities at our campus • Industrial Technology Workshops x 2 inclusiveness, personal responsibility Students are still subject to the rigor of are state-of-the-art and • Library Resource Centres x 2 and social justice are integral to the life high school within the structure through include a performance • Both Campuses Completely Wireless of the College. St John Paul II Catholic challenging curriculum and innovative centre, gymnasium, well- • Both Campuses Air-conditioned College values its past as it anticipates its strategies. This program has supported resourced library, sporting • Sporting Fields future and is open to new ideas, forward a rise in the literacy results of Year 7 facilities and classrooms • Basketball Courts thinking and promotes active partnerships students. that are equipped with the • Netball Courts with its parishes, parents, caregivers, latest technology. St John • Assembly Hall students and the wider community. Our Collaborative teaching and learning spaces Paul II Catholic College offers educational programs emphasise the have recently been specifi cally built for the a broad based curriculum development of literacy and numeracy Year 7 students, which is an addition to that is able to meet the Visit Us in 2015 skills across the curriculum. Information their base classroom spaces. varied needs of those students Schofi elds Campus: Open Evening for Yr 7 and 11 is on Monday and Communication Technology (ICT) is seeking tertiary, vocational 16 March, 4:00pm to 8:00pm (includes Yr 11 Subject Selection integrated into the curriculum, providing training or work placement after displays). Quakers Hill/Nirimba Campus: Tours by appointment. innovation, learning and teaching. completing their HSC.

36 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders A Russell Drysdale St, East Gosford NSW 2250 Gender Girls St Joseph’s Catholic College T 02 4324 4022 F 02 4323 3512 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 East Gosford W www.sjcc.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 800 students ‘Empowering young women to make a difference in the Principal Mr Anthony McCudden Year 7 150 students; 6 classes spirit of Mary MacKillop’ Enquiries Mrs Bernadette Lee Languages French & Japanese Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,567 Yr 12 $3,525 “St Joseph’s Catholic College educates young women in the Josephite tradition Building Levy per family $880 empowering them to act justly and to lead lives as disciples of Jesus.” Est. 1910 Mr Anthony McCudden

About Us Our Curriculum Student Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 The St Joseph’s Catholic College At the core of all learning and teaching Students acquire and practise the skills University TAFE/VET community empowers young women who at the College is our vision to enable and behaviours of leaders as they learn are shaped by their relationship with Jesus girls to achieve the highest standards to lead in stage-appropriate leadership 22% 15% 17% Christ within the Catholic tradition and possible and empower young women positions. inspired by St Mary of the Cross MacKillop to make a difference in their changing 2011 2012 2013 to make a difference in the world. Our world. An engaging and diverse curriculum Year 7 students manage the staff room students: develop relationships founded emphasises the importance of the whole recycling program; Year 8 serve afternoon 75% 80% 79% on discipleship and the Gospel; strive person and is designed so that each tea to the elderly every month; Year 9 for personal excellence and purpose; student enjoys a well-balanced education volunteer in the canteen, library and HSC Subjects 30 VET Yes develop their unique gifts and talents; with opportunities to develop her unique managing the top offi ce at lunch; and Year value learning and refl ection that provide talents and interests. All key learning 10 serve as Peer Mentors to students in a foundation for individual growth and areas are included in the academic Year 7, coordinate volunteer donors for Facilities wellbeing; act with courage, strength curriculum. Students and teachers are the Red Cross Blood Bank and volunteer • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre and gentleness in the service of others active participants in their learning where to prepare and serve lunch to the • Design & Technology Centre and in the stewardship of our earth; teaching and learning experiences are disadvantaged. • Food Technology Centre value education as the foundation for signifi cant, fl exible and dynamic. • Performing Arts/Drama Rooms x 2 achieving change in the world; lead with Year 10 also study the principles of Youth • Trade & Industry Centre compassion, serve with respect, pray with Learning and teaching addresses issues Ministry with the Catholic Schools Youth • Library Resource Centres x 2 hope and act justly. particular to girls and their learning within Ministry Australia and help facilitate • Basketball Court the Quality Teaching framework. In this way, catechist classes for primary students. • Counselling Room The College seeks to provide a safe and learning and teaching focuses on equipping Students in Year 11 lead as Peer • Science Labs x 5 caring environment for all its members. It students with key twenty-fi rst century Mediators and Peer Tutors. Students • Darkroom is in this supportive environment that each learning skills that include critical and in Year 12 lead the College and the • IT Labs x 2 student is called to live out the College creative thinking, problem solving, working six houses to organise carnivals and • Multi Media Suite values of Compassion, Hope, Justice and collaboratively and working independently. social justice and fund-raising initiatives • Music Rooms x 2 Respect. This pastoral care approach is To assist this learning, staff and students throughout the year. Students also • Canteen a key part of the College’s planning for use and apply contemporary technology participate in a range of social justice and • Careers Centre students’ wellbeing, effective learning such as tablet devices and digital ministry initiatives, for example, preparing • Chapel and to develop contemporary MacKillop textbooks. Students at St Joseph’s are breakfast for the homeless, ‘manning’ • Wireless Site women empowered to lead in the wider indeed educated to be lifelong learners. the Vinnie’s Night Patrol van in Sydney community. Students in each year begin The co-curricular program complements and travelling to Mumbai in India and the the day in their House-based pastoral the academic curriculum and includes a Warmun indigenous community in the East Visit Us in 2015 group under the leadership of their variety of sports, debating, musical theatre, Kimberley for immersion experiences. Our Open Afternoon is from 4:30pm to 7:30pm on pastoral teacher who manages attendance, drama and dance and several social justice Monday 16 March. daily organisational issues and facilitates initiatives through which students involve the formal pastoral program. themselves in their community.

37 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport or 1-1 devices etc. A 16 Woolcott Ave, Wahroonga NSW 2076 Gender Co-educational St Leo’s Catholic College Wahroonga T 02 9487 3555 F 02 9487 2637 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘St Leo’s students go into the world as confi dent, competent, W www.stleos.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 940 students Catholic young men and women of conscience’ Principal Mr Anthony Gleeson Year 7 164 students; 6 classes “An education at St Leo’s will inform, challenge, encourage and engage each student Enquiries Jayne Persico Languages French, German & Japanese and promote the Catholic values of integrity, hope, dignity, respect and justice in every Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,852 Yr 12 $4,050 aspect of school life.” Building Levy per family $880 Mr Anthony Gleeson Est. 1956

About Us Our Curriculum Student Leadership Tertiary Offers Year 12 St Leo’s Catholic College was established At St Leo’s we believe that each individual What makes a good leader? Initiative, University TAFE/VET by the Christian Brothers as a school for is blessed with God given gifts that should drive, good humour, strong values, the boys in 1956. In the early 1980s, the be nurtured and shared for the benefi t of ability to bring out the best in others, 32% 30% 30% College became co-educational and part of the whole community. We are committed service to the community? At St the Catholic school system of the Diocese to offering each of our young people Leo’s we believe all students should 2011 2012 2013 of Broken Bay. The school continues in this opportunity in a wide range of extra have the opportunity to develop the Edmund Rice charism of pastoral curricular activities. leadership capacity through skills 65% 60% 70% leadership, developing strong community and qualities centred on the servant relationships and building a Catholic faith Opportunities exist for students to leadership model of Jesus. HSC Subjects 33 VET Yes community in today’s challenging world. All participate in a range of activities in learning, co-curricular and other programs performance and creative arts. Students Formal leadership are conducted within the framework of the can join drama productions and music opportunities exist through Facilities College values of integrity, hope, dignity, groups including symphonic, concert and the roles of College Captain, • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre • Science Labs respect and justice. stage bands, and the Bel Canto choir. Student Prefects, House • Design & Technology Centres • Textile Room Individual tuition in music is also available. Captains, Eucharist • Performing Arts/Drama Centres • Careers Centre A strong emphasis on knowing each Ministers and Student • Library Resource Centres • Graphics Room student ensures that learning outcomes Problem solving and presentation skills Representative Council • Food Technology Centre • IT Labs are maximised and students have the can be developed through activities such members. Leadership • Anzac Memorial Garden • Chapel necessary foundations for their pathway of as debating, public speaking, mock trial training is provided • Music Tuition & Youth Ministry Area • Oval choice once they leave the College. Rich competitions, ‘Tournament of the Minds’ through a formal mentoring • Netball Courts (Outdoor & Indoor) • Halls co-curricula offerings in music, drama, and the ‘da Vinci Decathlon’. Each program at the College. • Basketball Courts (indoor) • Canteen debating, public speaking, social justice year the College is proud to facilitate • Multi-purpose Centre seating 2,400 activities, the Duke of Edinburgh scheme students in completing the internationally Further opportunities • Handball Courts and a range of sports enable development recognised Duke of Edinburgh program. to develop leadership • Tennis Courts of the whole student. capacity are offered through • Soccer (Indoor) All students are encouraged to refl ect on charity fundraising, Duke Of • Gymnasium St Leo’s has a dynamic internal sports their talents and become involved in as Edinburgh Award and Peer • Counselling Room program for all students in Years 7 to 10. many activities as possible with the hope Support programs. Students • Timber Workshop Students from Years 7 to 12 have the of not only developing the whole person who develop leadership • Music Centre opportunity to join representative sports but also enhancing College life. skills outside of school are teams that enter external competitions on also recognized as role a State and National level. models within the school, Visit Us in 2015 for example, Army and Air Our Open Day is on Friday 6 March. Force cadets.

38 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport or 1-1 devices etc. A 160 Perfection Ave, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 Gender Co-educational St Mark’s Catholic College & T 02 9852 0500 F 02 9836 4234 Year Range Kindergarten – Yr 12 John XXIII Catholic Primary School W www.clcstanhope.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 1,600 students ‘Educating our children today to nurture in them hope, courage and S Year 7 180 students the capacity to be Christian leaders of tomorrow’ Principal Dr Peter Webster Languages German & Italian Enquiries Community Relations Offi cer Fees 2015* Visit our College Website for fees additional “College life is expressed through the areas of learning, ministry, sport and the Email [email protected] to standard Diocesan Tuition Fees arts, affording students the opportunity to be known, successful and happy.” Est. 2007 and 2005 Dr Peter Webster respectively

About Us Our Curriculum Developing Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 The Catholic Learning Community of The College curriculum is supported by our In partnership with Parish and parents, our University TAFE/VET Blessed John XXIII is a comprehensive dedicated staff who are strongly focused on College Mission Statement “Educating our Catholic College, comprised of John XXIII providing personalised learning experiences. children today to nurture in them hope, Catholic Primary School and St Mark’s Developed through a deep knowledge courage and the capacity to be Christian Catholic College. of their students and their speciality leaders of tomorrow” is the foundation 2011 2012 2013 subject areas, they engage learners from stone of our core business. College life is NA Our mission statement, “Educating our Kindergarten through to the Higher School expressed not only in academia, but equally 88% 67% children today to nurture in them hope, Certifi cate. The entire continuum of learners in ministry, sport and the arts. Our student courage and the capacity to be Christian is catered for from the high achievers to leadership program is extensive, providing HSC Subjects 49 VET Yes leaders of tomorrow”, refl ects the Catholic those with additional needs. opportunity for students in Year 5 - Year 12 perspective and framework on which to lead initiatives in these important areas College goals are based. A broad range of almost 50 subjects, of learning for a lifetime. Facilities including VET course and TAFE options, are • Business Services Learning Space • Canteen Established in 2005 and 2007 respectively, available in senior years, along with courses Our House system is vertically structured • CAPA Centre proposed for 2016 • Hall learning spaces are state of the art with in child-care, nursing and transition to work and each House has a deliberately • COSH (Catholic Out of School Hours) • Woodwork extensive access to technology. Learning programs. We are unique in our diocese, chosen Catholic value as its focus – faith, • Counselling Centres x 2 Workshops x 2 and teaching is de-privatised in purpose- in that our Year 5 and 6 students enjoy a service, justice and love. House initiatives • Digital Media Learning Spaces • 1:1 Laptop Program built spaces, specialist facilities, and seamless transition to secondary schooling are whole College based, with older • Hospitality & Food Technology Years 7 - 12 includes both regular and agile learning with programs, experiences and structures students working alongside and mentoring Commercial Kitchens x 2 • Ovals x 2 spaces. The ability to work in fl exible in place to blend Stage 3 and 4. Our primary younger ones, particularly in the areas of • Kindergarten Soft Fall Play Area • Careers Centre environments supports the achievement and high school teachers work side by side. spirituality, friendship, service and respect. • Library Resource Centre • IT Help Desk of optimal academic outcomes, along with • Outdoor Sports Soft Fall Breezeway • Cricket Nets x 2 critical life skills. Our learning and teaching Cultural opportunities include drama, The relationship between Parish and • Parish Church on site • Basketball Courts x 2 style is supported by extensive research music and public speaking and involving College is strong, and seeks to maximise • PE Sports Change Rooms x 2 • Metalwork Workshop and evidenced by the learning growth of our activities such as choirs, orchestras connectedness and support our role as • Science Laboratories x 6 students through data derived from sources and debating. Students of the College missionaries, furthering the work of the • Senior Students Common Area such as the HSC from Year 10 into Year 12, enjoy eisteddfod experiences and Church. Students participate in social • Textiles Learning Space and NAPLAN from Year 7 into Year 9. showcasing of their talents at events justice and outreach initiatives including • Undercover COLA x 4 in the broader community. All Year 4 Project Compassion, Caritas, Catechesis • Visual Arts Learning Spaces x 3 As Catholic educators, we do not take for students participate in an introductory in local primary schools and St Vincent granted the trust parents/carers display strings program, and private tuition is de Paul, in particular the “hands on” in choosing our College for their child’s also available in strings, woodwind, experience of the Vinnies Van. Visit Us in 2015 education. We strive to provide not only brass and guitar. Representative sports Our College will hold Open Days for primary and secondary excellent learning opportunities, but value opportunities are available, including Gala We embrace opportunities to serve the areas. Explore facilities and enjoy a student led tour, Stanhope most that each and every student feels Days and pathways to regional, state and broader community, committing always to style. Please visit our website and Facebook page for details. safe, known, happy and successful. international representation. make a difference.

39 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for camps, retreats, extra-curricular activities & some senior electives A Darley Rd, Manly NSW 2095 Gender Boys St Paul’s Catholic College Manly T 02 9977 5111 F 02 9977 0959 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘Prima Primum, First Things First’ W www.stpaulsmanly.nsw.edu.au Enrolment 700 students Principal Mr Mark Baker Year 7 135 students; 5 classes “At St Paul’s our aim is to further improve and strengthen our results, our culture Enquiries Mrs Louise Raffo Languages Japanese and the physical resources of the College: continually building a better school.” Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,868 Yr 12 $4,404 Mr Mark Baker Building Levy per family $880

Est. 1929

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 The College was established by the The St Paul’s Catholic College community As a Catholic school we continue to grow University TAFE/VET Christian Brothers in 1929. It was then is committed to the pursuit of personal based on our vision to graduate good relocated to its current site within the St best and embraces the Quality Teaching citizens who make a positive contribution 23% 26% 29% Patrick’s Estate in 1965, with outstanding practice model of education. The College to our community and who are strong in views over Sydney Harbour and completed staff strives to provide a climate that their Catholic, Christian values. 2011 2012 2013 the refurbishment on the north block in fosters and promotes student academic 2013. Further developments, with a new growth and achievement so that each We seek to achieve our goals of respect, 63% 62% 68% hall, music, visual art, food technology student can reach their potential. Our responsibility, reverence and results in and hospitality areas are on target to be teaching staff are highly qualifi ed and the context of a Catholic, comprehensive HSC Subjects 35 VET Yes completed in 2015. share a willingness to participate in high school founded upon the traditions professional development that has a of the Christian Brothers and the model of The College provides a comprehensive positive impact on teaching and learning. Edmund Rice. Facilities education for boys in a Catholic context. There is also a strong link between • Design & Technology Workshops x 2 • Theatrette We constantly strive to achieve excellence teachers and parents and a distinct St Paul, the disciple, endeavoured to build • Edmund Rice Cottage (spirituality centre) • Wireless Site by raising the quality of learning atmosphere of cooperation and support. successful leaders who positively infl uence • Modern Classrooms with Smartboards x 20 experiences and achievement for each others. Today we continue this tradition • Modern Visual Arts Room student. This has resulted in year-on-year The approach of the College to academic encouraging students to use their innate • Basketball/Tennis Courts x 2 improvements in HSC results over the study is to encourage students to enjoy qualities to inspire their school, their team, • Information Resource Centre past six years. learning, take ownership of their work and their peers to achieve goals. • Food Technology Centre and to reach their full potential. Students • Music Centres x 2 The College has a strong commitment are encouraged to become self-directed Leaders can see beyond themselves • Weights/Circuit Room to providing a contemporary education learners and home study is an essential and the task at hand to look at achieving • Cricket Nets x 2 underpinned by pastoral care, strong part of this development. Additionally, all long-term goals by utilising their strengths • Soccer Pitch/Oval sporting representation, a growing social teaching departments are extremely well combined with the strengths of others. • Science Labs x 3 justice program and involvement with the resourced with the Information Resource • Counselling Room local community. Centre at the core. The College provides a We are confi dent that the values taught • Careers Centre wide range of ICLT resources, which enable and learned here at St Paul’s carry • IT Labs x 6 PRIMA PRIMUM: First things fi rst. Our students and teachers to communicate through with our boys long after they have • Newly Renovated Canteen motto challenges all members of the in a highly fl exible and effective learning left the College. St Paul’s community to arrange properly environment. The Lighthouse sites are life’s priorities. an example of one platform that aims to support teaching and learning across Key Visit Us in 2015 Learning Areas and pastoral care year Please visit our College website for Open Day and Tour groups as a tool to keep students informed information. on the various subjects, assessments and school-based information.

40 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport or 1-1 devices etc. A 84 Gavenlock Rd, Tuggerah NSW 2259 Gender Co-educational St Peter’s Catholic College T 02 4351 2344 F 02 4351 2965 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 Tuggerah Lakes W www.stpetersdbb.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 1,100 students S Year 7 200 students; 7 classes ‘Live the Faith’ Principal Mrs Michelle Peters Languages French, Japanese & German “Education at St Peter’s nurtures young men and women to achieve and serve our Enquiries Enrolment Registrar Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,294 Yr 12 $3,714 community based on our core values of Courage, Compassion and Commitment.” Email [email protected] Building Levy per family $880 Mrs Michelle Peters Est. 2000

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 St Peter’s Catholic College provides The curriculum, teaching and learning at St St Peter’s develops students as confi dent, University TAFE/VET students with a holistic learning Peter’s embraces excellence, diversity and responsible citizens who can contribute environment. This is characterised by a high expectations and a commitment to to the wider world. The College values of 25% 20% 21% caring and compassionate community that maximising the learning outcomes for all Courage, Compassion and Commitment recognises the dignity and talents of all students. We provide diverse opportunities provide the foundation on which students 2011 2012 2013 its members. The extensive curriculum and experiences for all students to have are taught the importance of stewardship provides an educational experience that a strong sense of belonging, to enjoy their and of serving others. 60% 68% 68% is both stimulating and enjoyable and learning and to be challenged as active fully integrates the spiritual, academic, and motivated learners. Specifi c opportunities for students to HSC Subjects 50 VET Yes cultural, social and physical aspects of demonstrate initiative and develop each individual. Students participate in a 21st century skills of leadership are evident in learning environment that fosters critical the Outdoor Education Program, Facilities At St Peter’s we draw on the strengths of thinking, collaboration, communication, Debating, Youth Ministry and • Performing Arts/Drama Centres x 2 • Careers Centre the Catholic tradition with all members of creativity and ICT skills with a strong the Lions Youth of the Year • Arts Centre/Visual Arts Centre • Cricket Nets our community called to live the College foundation of literacy and numeracy. Stage competition. • Design & Technology Centre • Tennis Court motto ‘Live the Faith’. Our core values of 4 focuses on developing responsible • Food Technology Centre • Soccer Pitch Courage, Compassion and Commitment learners, concentrating on successful The Year 12 Mentoring Program • Library Resource Centre • Music Centre are the inspiration by which our community transition to the secondary classroom and promotes our senior and • Religious Education Centre • College Bus continues to develop. explicitly teaching study and organisational junior students to connect • Trade & Industry Centres x 2 • Canteen skills. Electives in Stages 5 and 6 refl ect and engage. This program • LOTE Resource Centre • Chapel There is signifi cant focus on co-curricular St Peter’s commitment to providing an concentrates on ensuring a • Student Parking • Darkroom activities at St Peter’s, and we are proud inclusive, comprehensive curriculum that smooth and happy transition • Multi-media Room • Wetlands to celebrate the talents and considerable enables all students to be high achievers. to secondary school for junior • Uniform & Stationery Shop • IT Labs x 8 successes of our students. students whilst developing the • Yr 12 Common Room • Oval Our teaching is rich, real and relevant so leadership skills of the senior • Multi-purpose Areas x 2 • Hall that our students: value the acquisition students. • Basketball Courts x 5 • Wireless Site of knowledge and the pursuit of lifelong • Netball Courts x 2 learning; work hard towards academic The College has a well- • Science Labs x 7 excellence and take pride in the established student leadership • Counselling Room achievements of themselves and others; structure that provides develop as independent and responsible opportunities for students to learners; and are optimistic and hope-fi lled lead liturgy and social justice Visit Us in 2015 about the future. initiatives, to work actively for Our Information Open Evening is on Monday 16 March. the environment and to promote Families are invited to attend information sessions followed by The student is the core focus of our St Peter’s as a welcoming and a tour of the St Peter’s College campus. professional learning community. hospitable College.

41 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *The fees exclude any additional fees for electives, sport or 1-1 devices etc. A Senior: 131 Birrell St, Waverley NSW 2024 Gender Boys Waverley College A Junior: 44 Henrietta St, Waverley NSW 2024 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 ‘Liberating the Potential in Every Learner’ T 02 9369 0600 F 02 9389 1274 Enrolment 1,300 students W www.waverley.nsw.edu.au Year 7 200 students; 8 classes “At Waverley College we take pride in our authentic Catholic faith, our focus on S Languages German & French liberating the potential in every student and our innovative approach to boys’ Headmaster Mr Ray Paxton Fees 2015 Yr 7 $10,971 Yr 12 $12,057 education.” Enquiries Ms Terese Kielt Mr Ray Paxton Email enrolmentoffi [email protected] Est. 1903

About Us Our Curriculum Leadership Tertiary Offers Year 12 Established in 1903, this day school for Built into the curriculum are a range of The College offers broad opportunities University TAFE/VET boys caters for students from Years 5 programs which support our teaching for its students to develop leadership to 12, and is a member of Edmund Rice practice and help to extend our students skills across sport, social justice, 17% 23% 20% Education Australia, consisting of 40 to achieve to the best of their ability: houses, debating, music and much more. leading Catholic schools around Australia. comprehensive learning support services, In ‘Applied Philosophy’, an academic 2011 2012 2013 academic, acceleration, an extensive extension elective for Years 9 and 10 Because learning is a lifelong process, music program, languages, chess, endorsed by the Board of Studies as 80% 73% 76% Waverley College aims to develop debating and involvement in competitions a model for other schools to follow, its students as critical thinkers who such as the Da Vinci Decathlon and Maths ‘Visions of Leadership’ lectures invite HSC Subjects 42 VET Yes are ready to engage with their world: Olympiad. real-world leaders to inspire and challenge a learner at Waverley College is a students. Speakers have included Her problem solver, a communicator, a Every student participates in our Critical Excellency Prof Marie Bashir AC, Governor Facilities collaborator, an innovator, globally Thinking course for two years from Year of NSW; The Hon Malcolm Turnbull MP; • Performing Arts/Drama Centre • Science Labs x 8 aware, media literate and information 7. The course enhances problem-solving neurosurgeon, Dr Charles Teo AM; peace • Food Technology Facility • Canteens x 2 literate. Experienced and motivated and higher-order thinking skills right from activist, Dr Stella Cornelius AO OBE; • Visual Arts Centre • Careers Centre teachers have a fi rm focus on academic the early high school years, with HSC journalists Kerry O’Brien and David Marr; • Library Resource Centres x 2 • IT Labs x 6 achievement and globally researched expectations fi rmly in view. Over forty television producer, Andrew Denton; and • Trade & Industry Facilities • Theatre teaching innovation programs are courses are offered at HSC level: all of Advertising Executive, Todd Sampson. • LOTE Resource Centres x 2 • Halls x 2 enabling the College to deliver leading- the usual core academic subjects, plus a Students report a lasting impact from • Counselling Room • Chapel edge teaching techniques in the great range of additional electives such as exposure to these infl uential role models. • Language Centre • Oval classroom. Engineering Studies, Software Design & • Basketball Courts x 5 • Wireless Site Development, Information Processes and The Waverley College Cadet Unit has • Soccer Pitches x 2 Over its 111 years the College has Technology and Food Technology. provided outdoor education, character • Weights/Circuit Room educated many eminent Australians in development and leadership experience • Cricket Nets x 8 law, medicine, the military, sport and the The creative arts play a central role in to our students for over 100 years. The • Pool & Diving Pool arts. This is a school with an important a school life rich with opportunities for Unit was the training ground for Australian • Tennis Courts x 4 mission at its core: to transform the self-expression. On alternating years the legend, former Chief of the Defence Force, • Gymnasium minds and hearts of young Australians to College stages a major musical production and now Governor • Recording Studio build a more just, tolerant and inclusive and drama production, each produced General, His Excellency The Hon General • Music Centre community by educating for liberation and to a professional standard. A range Sir AK MC. Participation possibility. This philosophy is underscored of instrumental and voice ensembles in cadets commences with a compulsory by the school motto, Virtus Sola Nobilitat: are available and one-to-one tuition for year in Year 8 and a structured leadership Visit Us in 2015 ‘Virtue Alone Ennobles’. instrument, voice, theory and composition development program is implemented for Our Open Day is on Tuesday 3 March. Senior Tours are on can be incorporated into a student’s students as they progress through the 6 May, 12 August & 10 November. Junior Tours are on 13 May, weekly timetable. ranks to become leaders of the Unit in 19 August and 18 November. Register online to attend. their fi nal year.

42 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for camps, retreats, extra-curricular activities & some senior electives A 1170 Ninth Ave, Llandilo NSW 2747 Gender Co-educational Xavier College T 02 4777 0900 F 02 4777 0930 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 ‘A Learning Community of Excellence and Care’ W www.xavierllandilo.catholic.edu.au Enrolment 1,090 students Principal Michael Pate Year 7 210 students; 8 classes “We aim to instil in our students a unique attitude and way of thinking and Enquiries Theresa Heterick Languages Spanish & Italian behaving in line with our motto ‘For the Greater Good’.” Email [email protected] Fees 2015* Yr 7 $3,045 Yr 12 $4,086 Michael Pate Building levy $669 per family

Est. 1999

About Us Our Curriculum Building Leaders Tertiary Offers Year 12 Xavier College is a Catholic Parramatta Our Curriculum has been structured to The example of Christ is the inspiration University TAFE/VET Diocesan school and was founded in create an inclusive environment that for the leadership principles woven into 1999. It is considered a leading school will foster and cater for the needs of all all Xavier College programs. In a formal 15% 13% 17% in the area and has established a fi ne students. Students will be provided with sense, student leadership is developed reputation since its inception. opportunities to think logically, critically, through involvement in the Student 2011 2012 2013 creatively, independently and refl ectively. Representative Council (SRC). The SRC is The College prides itself on a broad and chaired by student leaders and provides a 65% 70% 71% balanced curriculum, a wide variety of Xavier College offers 21st century forum through which students contribute co-curricular activities, and very successful learning which enables students to learn to the life and growth of the College. HSC Subjects 41 VET Yes sporting and cultural programs. Most in different ways and takes place in a Council members are nominated by their importantly, the College provides our context of high expectations. Students peers and hold offi ce for twelve months. students with a learning community of will discover, construct, and incorporate Members of the SRC represent the Facilities excellence and care, in which they are new knowledge, skills and understanding, College on a number of occasions, such • Science Labs x 6 encouraged to excel and achieve their and use a range of strategies to actively as College Presentation Nights, ANZAC • Food Technology x 2 personal best in whatever fi eld they monitor and evaluate their learning. Day Commemorations and Youth Forums. • Visual Arts x 3 choose. • Music Demonstration x 3 Classroom practices have the student as The House System supports and • Practice Rooms x 3 The College motto – For the Greater Good their focus. Teachers ensure that every encourages student leadership with • Design and Technology Centre x 3 – provides a challenge for our students classroom experience is conducted in a House Captains and Representatives • Computing x 2 to live out their lives in such a way that safe, caring and challenging environment. being selected each year. There is a • Graphics the greater good is the key for making We expect that our students are positive strong sense of healthy competition • Electronics choices. Our patron, St Francis Xavier, about learning and strive to achieve their which engenders a wonderful sense of • Canteen used this phrase more widely to mean the full potential. Technology is integrated into community spirit and belonging in an • Oval universal good, or the better choice. teaching and learning, equipping students informal sense. At Xavier College it • Performing Arts Centre with the skills needed to succeed in is believed that all students have the • Library Resource Centre Our hope is that our students will become the contemporary world. Collaboration potential to be leaders in that true • Commercial Kitchen more loving in their relationships with between students, teachers and resources leadership involves service to others • Netball Courts others, more courageous when faced with beyond our school means students learn and in making a difference in both • Basketball Courts making choices in life and more serving in how to become creative and responsible the school and the wider community. • Multi-purpose Area their lifestyle, as was St Francis Xavier. users of technology. Within the Home group model, senior students provide exemplary Xavier College offers up-to-date and A diverse range of sports is available to leadership for the younger students. Visit Us in 2015 modern facilities and provides the best provide opportunities for skills development, This includes the mentoring of new Our Open Night is held on the fi rst Monday during Catholic of education in a safe, supportive and the promotion of physical fi tness and the Year 7 students and the organisation Education Week each year. nurturing learning environment. achievement of leadership skills. of many community events, such as Walkathons and Carnivals.

43 Catholic Schools Guide 2015 - Our Future Leaders *Additional fees for resources, subjects, excursions and sports Food for Life

Thanks to the Australian Catholic community, in 2014, nearly $11 million was raised for Project Compassion which helps Caritas Australia partner with the world’s poorest communities. Your generous funds are helping us to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity in over 35 countries worldwide.

In 2015, Project Compassion focuses on where every child, woman and man can have The course empowered the couple to the right to food, with year-round access to an equal share of the abundant world that participate fully in making decisions about nutritious, affordable and sustainable food. God created. their future. “The program at Tutu has truly There is enough food produced in the world, By encouraging sustainable food production, enriched us and opened a new pathway for us yet over one billion people worldwide go where the needs of communities and their where we have been able to prosper safely in hungry every day. And, as Pope Francis noted broader environment are considered, we’re life,” says Eric. in 2013, around one-third of all food produced ensuring a better future for communities The Centre, which was established by the in our planet goes to waste. around the world. Society of Mary on Taveuni in 1969, is “It is a well-known fact that current levels of Eric and Ma’s story – growing food for life one of Caritas Australia’s longest running production are suffi cient, yet millions of people In 2015, our Project Compassion feature partnerships and runs courses for people are still suffering and dying of starvation. This people are Eric and Ma from Fiji. Comprised from the remote northern islands of Fiji to is truly scandalous,” said the Pontiff. of over 300 islands, life in many rural Fijian help build strong relationships, maintain communities can be isolated, and throughout healthy families and become successful It is a crisis. There is enough food for farmers. everyone, yet one in eight people go hungry each day. This is exacerbated by fi nancial speculation on food, diversion of food sources “Food for Life, the theme of this year’s Project to energy production, food wastage, and Photography by Andrew Garrick and Andrew Morrison diffi culties of accessing markets. The right to Compassion campaign, aligns with the Caritas food protects the right of all human beings to live in dignity, free from hunger, food insecurity Internationalis global campaign, One Human grown in their own fi elds, and it’s helping them and malnutrition. to avoid the serious health problems many Family; Food for All, which aims to end global Fijians experience due to a lack of fresh fruit With the generous support from communities and vegetables in their diets. across Australia, Caritas Australia is working hunger by 2025.” with our worldwide partners to empower “I think we were blessed to be part of the vulnerable people to establish sustainable program in Tutu. Tutu opened a new door for us. Without Tutu we wouldn’t be here where food sources and develop income streams for the country, youth unemployment is high, Over the last 25 years, Eric and Ma have we are now,” says Eric. “And it’s only possible life, such as access to markets to sell their nutritious food is in short supply, and life worked hard to establish their farm. Now a thanks to the wonderful people of Australia.” produce. expectancy is much lower than in Australia. sustainable source of food and income, it has Please donate to Project Compassion and Food for Life, the theme of this year’s Project Eric and Ma credit the Married Couples helped them to raise and educate their six support programs around the world that Compassion campaign, aligns with the Caritas Course at the Tutu Rural Training Centre, which children, who are now raising families of their provide vulnerable people with the skills and Internationalis global campaign, One Human is supported by Caritas Australia, for changing own. opportunities to help establish sustainable Family; Food for All, which aims to end global the direction of their lives and helping them Before Tutu, Eric worked hard on the farm, food sources for life. hunger by 2025. This movement is focused to raise a healthy, happy family and grow food but his labour was unprofi table. After training on equality, dignity and justice for all – a world for life. at Tutu, most of the family’s daily food is now www.caritas.org.au/projectcompassion

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