St Catherine’s School | Text-only concept

Academic Presence

Learning That Inspires Courage

From early learning through the senior years, students are encouraged to ask better questions, think independently and speak with clarity, building confidence that is visible in every classroom.

Open Pathways for Every Girl.

A broad curriculum, specialist teachers and rich subject choice create space for each girl to discover strengths, pursue interests and prepare thoughtfully for future study and life.

A Confident Start at Every Stage

Families are welcomed through a clear enrolment journey, with tours, conversations and transition support designed to help every student feel known before her first day.

Wellbeing Culture

Known and Supported

Pastoral care, wellbeing programs and close teacher relationships help students feel understood, supported and ready to take on challenge with resilience and perspective.

Her Place to Grow

Across Junior and Senior School, each girl is guided to understand herself as a learner, set goals and build habits that support long-term confidence.

Voice Without Compromise

Debating, music, performance and classroom discussion give students regular opportunities to express ideas clearly and contribute with courage.

Leadership at Every Level

Student leadership, peer mentoring, house activities and service opportunities help girls practise responsibility, empathy and courage in everyday school life.

A Community for Families

Families become part of a close community where events, communications and shared school traditions create connection across year levels.

Purpose

Prepared to think beyond

Next Generation Learning

A Strong Educational Foundation

St Catherine’s is grounded in more than 125 years of girls’ education, combining strong academic programs with contemporary teaching, wellbeing and leadership experiences that prepare students to contribute with confidence.

Her Pace, Her Pathway

Flexible pathways, enrichment opportunities and targeted support help each student move at the right pace, building confidence while preparing for senior study, tertiary options and life beyond school.

Confidence Under Pressure

Students learn to meet pressure with calm thinking, strong preparation and the support of teachers who understand both academic ambition and personal wellbeing.

Momentum for Ambition

A culture of high expectation gives students the momentum to pursue excellence in academics, sport, performing arts, service and leadership.

Boarding Life

Known and Supported

Programs

Challenge and Support, Together

Boarding students are supported by caring staff, purposeful routines and strong friendships, creating a warm Melbourne base for girls from regional Victoria, interstate and overseas.

Opportunities for Every Interest

Sport, music, drama, debating, outdoor education and service programs help students test interests, build friendships and develop skills beyond the classroom.

Learn Well, Grow Longer

Students are encouraged to balance challenge with rest, curiosity with discipline and ambition with care, building sustainable habits for lifelong learning.

Her School is a Launchpad

The school experience becomes a launchpad for future study, leadership, alumnae connection and purposeful contribution beyond Heyington Place.

Everything in One Connected Place

Families can follow key dates, learning progress, events and communications through a connected school experience that keeps home and campus aligned.

Community

Care from Every Angle

A strong wellbeing framework, child-safe culture and trusted staff relationships help every student feel noticed, protected and ready to participate fully.

Guidance at Every Step

Teachers, mentors and wellbeing staff work together to notice progress, guide decisions and help students navigate each stage with confidence and care.

Step Forward with Confidence

Personalised transition support and guided enrolment conversations help families understand the right entry point and next step for their daughter.

Values You Can Count On

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Resilience for Life Beyond School

St Catherine’s values of integrity, curiosity, perseverance, gratitude and empathy give students a steady foundation for learning, relationships and life beyond school.

Choose the St Catherine’s pathway that fits your family

Learning

ELC–6

Early and Junior Years

Inquiry

Learning approach

One

Connected campus

Toorak

School location

Years

ELC–6

Junior learning journey

Speak with Admissions

Pastoral

Care program

Specialist

Teaching support

Sport

Weekly opportunities

Music

Creative opportunities

Co-curricular

Curiosity

Core value

Gratitude

Core value

Empathy

Core value

Campus

Heyington Place

Toorak VIC

Community

Students

Learning together

Families

Learning together

Learning

7–12

Early and Junior Years

Agency

Learning approach

Two

Connected campus

Senior pathways

School location

Years

Years 7–12

Junior learning journey

Speak with Admissions

Wellbeing

Care program

Careers

Teaching support

Leadership

Weekly opportunities

Service

Creative opportunities

Co-curricular

Curiosity

Core value

Gratitude

Core value

Empathy

Core value

Integrity

Core value

Perseverance

Core value

Campus

Heyington Gates

Toorak VIC

Heyington Gates

Alumnae

Community

Students

Learning together

Families

Learning together

Alumnae

Lifelong network

At a Glance

A Founded

1896

B Campus

Toorak

C Years

ELC–12

D Values

Enrolment

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This concept page is for copy and layout review only. School details, program availability, admissions information and policies should be verified with St Catherine’s School before publication.

This concept page is for copy and layout review only. School details, program availability, admissions information and policies should be verified with St Catherine’s School before publication.