Guide to enrolments in 2021 and beyond
While 2020 is turning out to be a year like no other in all spheres of life, including education, it’s time to look ahead to enrolment options for your child or children in 2021. We encourage you to read this guide to explore the outstanding educational opportunities being offered by our local advertisers for next year and beyond in the Canberra region.
ST BEDE’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, RED HILL
An education with purpose
Located in the leafy surrounds of Red Hill, St Bede’s Primary School (Kinder to Year 6) provides a learning environment with a focus on creativity and individual growth – academic, emotional and spiritual.
Principal Julie Douglas said St Bede’s is known as a small school with a big heart and with emphasis on pastoral care.
“We focus on building caring and respectful relationships between teacher and student, and students and their peers, to promote a sense of belonging and self-esteem,” Ms Douglas said.
“The older years care for the younger years and the younger years look up to the older years. They all just love playing together,” Lauren, a parent at Red Hill said.
With small class sizes, St Bede’s students are all known individually, their support is tailored, and leadership opportunities are available for everyone.
“When families visit our school, they fall in love. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to hold face-to-face tours or information sessions due to COVID-19. However, we would still love to meet you online, get to know your family, and show you what our school has to offer,” Ms Douglas said.
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ST BEDE’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, RED HILL
For more information, please visit the St Bede’s website at https://stbedes.act.edu.au/ or call (02) 6295 6559.
CANBERRA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
A community that seeks positive, well-balanced values for children
Canberra Christian School focuses on the development of our children in a caring, well-disciplined environment. Our school focuses on helping students reach their full academic potential, developing Christian faith and moral character, and acquiring social confidence and responsibility.
The size and structure of our school allows for each child to be treated as a special individual with a tailored education to meet their needs. At our school, families become part of a community that seeks positive, well-balanced values for their children who can reach their full potential and establish lasting friendships.
- W: ccs.act.edu.au
- T: (02) 6286 3989
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CANBERRA GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Collaborate to explore new ways of learning
For 94 years, Canberra Girls Grammar School has provided exceptional education to students from the ACT, regional Australia and all over the world. Whether learning on campus or remotely, our teachers and students collaborate to explore new ways of learning, while supported by the latest technology.
Apply now or call our Admissions team on 02 6202 6420 to discuss your child’s education at CGGS. You can also register your interest for future events, including the possibility of online information sessions.
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Visit our website for more information: www.cggs.act.edu.au
MERICI COLLEGE
What is unique about Merici College? Every child is known!
A message from Loretta Wholley, Principal, Merici College:
“Educating young women in an all-girls setting is my passion. I am committed to nurturing girls in a safe and engaging environment where they can focus on their gifts, talents and skills. My hope is that every woman who graduates from Merici is empowered to be a confident, courageous woman who can make an impact on the world. Our Vision Statement is: ‘Love life, have hope, be faithful and build futures more wondrous than you dare to dream We challenge students to pave the way for future generations of women – we call it ‘standing on the shoulders’.
“I look forward to the opportunity of meeting you and your daughter and beginning our journey together.”
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Visit www.merici.act.edu.au for more information.
ORANA STEINER SCHOOL
A safe and nurturing environment for children
Well known for its high academic standards, excellent arts programs and consistently high ATAR scores, Orana Steiner School provides a safe and nurturing environment for children from Preschool through to Year 12.
At Orana, our highest endeavour is to provide a purposeful education that inspires students to achieve the best of their ability, to work creatively and become aware of themselves as individuals who can contribute positively to global social change.
An Orana education provides enjoyable, relevant learning and develops ethical, creative and capable individuals who can contribute to society with initiative and purpose and pursue whatever path they choose in life.
Preschool – Year 12 enrolling now.
ST CLARE’S COLLEGE
Excellence in girls’ education (since 1965)
St Clare’s College, Canberra has an outstanding history of educating and empowering young women. We provide a safe and welcoming environment for students in order for them to develop into courageous, informed and articulate young women, ready to take their place in the wider community beyond school.
Our staff are experienced and well qualified to offer best practice in contemporary teaching and learning. The College has modern facilities to support the learning and extra-curricular programs that are on offer.
We would like to extend a warm welcome to all prospective students and their families to visit the College and talk to us about how we can support your daughter’s education.
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ST EDMUND’S COLLEGE
A vibrant spirit, strong character and tailored learning
St Edmund’s College is a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice Tradition. We are very proud of our inclusive community, having educated boys for 66 years – the oldest continuing Catholic school in Canberra.
We educate, challenge and support our students whilst providing a diverse program of cultural, pastoral and sporting experiences to enrich their growth and development. Our strong community proudly identifies with the traditions on which the College was built.
It is our hope that each Eddie’s boy develops a heart and mind shaped by the light of Christ.
We are a school of a vibrant spirit, strong character and tailored learning.
Go to sec.act.edu.au/enrolments for more information.
ST JOHN PAUL II COLLEGE
A flagship College of best practice
St John Paul II College is a Catholic co-educational 7-12 College in Nicholls, creating a P – 12 Catholic pathway for families in Gungahlin.
We are a flagship College of best practice, combining an innovative educational philosophy with a mentoring focus which develops young leaders who are resilient and agile, well equipped to engage with the world of the future.
ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE
French courses for all ages
Looking for fun educational activities to do with the children at home during the school shut-down? The Alliance Française has French courses for all ages. Our online courses are tailored to each age group to ensure appropriate amounts of screen-time. Virtual class-time is complemented with a selection of multimedia resources and at-home activities for children to do screen-free.
BURGMANN ANGLICAN SCHOOL
Offering every opportunity for the future – encouraging excellence and effort
No matter when your child joins Burgmann, they will go on a journey to bring out their very best. Ask us how your child can thrive in their Senior Years with positive education, wellbeing support, a dedicated professional connections and careers program, and an educational approach encouraging excellence and effort.
4 The Valley Avenue, Gungahlin
CANBERRA GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Outstanding academic education, co-curricular opportunities and pastoral care
Ready for the world. Canberra Grammar School is a co-educational Independent Anglican School offering outstanding academic education, co-curricular opportunities and pastoral care to day and boarding students of all backgrounds and faiths within a community guided by Christian values.
At CGS we aspire for our students to be curious, creative, confident and compassionate citizens of the world. CGS offers both the International Baccalaureate Programme and the NSW HSC in Years 11 and 12.
ST MARY MACKILLOP COLLEGE
A wide range of curriculum options and co-curricular choices
Located across two campuses in the Tuggeranong Valley, St Mary MacKillop College provides our students with great teachers, lots of different people to be friends with, a wide range of curriculum options, extensive facilities, and a huge range of sports and co-curricular choices. MacKillop is enrolling now for Year 7 2021.
THE ANGLICAN SCHOOL GOOGONG
An engaged and connected student experience
At The Anglican School Googong, value is placed on community, relationships, versatility and student-centred learning. Established in 2015, our purposeful and contemporary school environment promotes an engaged and connected student experience. By 2023, the School will have more than 700 students in Kindergarten to Year 12. Enrol now to secure your place.
For further information or to submit an application, go to googongschool.nsw.edu.au
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
Enrol online now
It’s home time! Virtual study is here; enroll now with Australian Capital Training Institute in beauty, laser or leadership and management courses.
ST VINCENT’S PRIMARY SCHOOL – ARANDA
Effective teaching and learning experiences
St Vincent’s is a Catholic primary school that works to provide quality Catholic Education through effective teaching and learning experiences. Enabling our children to discover who they are and develop the self-confidence to take on new challenges.
3 Bindel Street, Aranda ACT
