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OPEN DAY15 October
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We are an independent, non-denominational, co-educational K – 12 school.
We offer performing arts & elite tennis streams with an equal focus on academic rigour.

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        We are unique in our offering of performing arts and performance sports streams, integrated into the course of a normal school day.
      • Why choose us Find out why families wish they had enrolled earlier.
      • Open Days Find out when you can see the College in action.
      • Auditions Held 4 times a year for students entering Years 5 – 12.
      • Principal's Tour Meet Maxine Kohler, co-founding partner & Principal of the College.
      • How to apply All the answers to your questions about the application process.
      • Boarding A home for 45 boarders: all genders, Years 7 – 12.
      • International students We welcome K – 12 students from all over the world.
      • Fees Find out more about our fees, scholarships & payment plans.
      • Facilities Nine fully equipped dance studios, Olympic tennis courts & much more.
      • Wellbeing Promoting a safe, inclusive & positive experience for all.
      • Bring your own device Where to buy our recommended laptops for Years 5 – 12.
      • Forms Open Days, Auditions, Enrolment, Private Tuition & more.

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  • K – 12
      • K – 12
        We are unique in our offering of performing arts and performance sports streams, integrated into the course of a normal school day.
      • Academic highlights A quick look at the last Year 12 students’ achievements
      • Kindergarten – Year 2 Small class sizes. Personalised attention. Strong academic foundations. Nurturing creativity.
      • Years 3 – 6 A holistic approach and a structured transition to Secondary School.

        Years 3 – 6
      • Years 7 – 10 The perfect place for students to prepare for their HSC.
      • Years 11 – 12 Ensuring each student is supported to optimise their own performance.

      K – 12

  • Streams
      • Streams
        We are unique in our offering of performing arts and performance sports streams, integrated into the course of a normal school day.
      • Acting Our alumni have performed alongside the world’s best.
      • Classical Ballet At the forefront of ballet training in Australia since 1926.
      • Dance Including contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, tap & ballet.
      • Music Taught by staff with years of experience as practising musicians.
      • Musical Theatre Our alumni perform in best-selling productions in Australia & overseas.
      • Technical Production (10 - 12) Gain practical expertise in the end-to-end process behind the scenes.
      • Elite Tennis (Yrs 7 - 12) For those already demonstrating a strong level of play.

      Streams

      We offer a range of programs in performing arts and performance sports with an equal focus on students’ academic studies. What sets us apart from any other school is that our performing arts and performance sports streams are integrated into the course of a normal school day with students usually spending up to two hours a day in their chosen stream.

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      • We are unique in our offering of performing arts and performance sports streams, integrated into the course of a normal school day.
      • International Summer School A 5-day summer program of dance classes and workshops.

        International Summer School
      • Private Tuition Open to everyone. Find out more & send an enquiry.

        Private Tuition
      • After Hours Ballet. Dance. Music. Acting. Open to everyone. Mon-Sat during term.

        After Hours

      Open to all

      We have several programs and events that are open to the public – not just students of The McDonald College – that run throughout the year.

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      • We are unique in our offering of performing arts and performance sports streams, integrated into the course of a normal school day.
      • Latest news Read up on the latest happenings & the occasional thought-piece.

        Latest news
      • What’s on Find out what’s happening at the College throughout the year.

        What’s on
      • Upcoming Events Discover our performing arts productions & buy tickets.

        Upcoming Events

      News & Events

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From Mudgee to Midsummer: one student’s journey

When Oliver Evans realised his hometown of Mudgee couldn’t offer the performing arts opportunities he craved, he turned his gaze to Sydney. The McDonald… Read More

Teens and ChatGPT: Opportunity or Obstacle?

The following is a message from our Head of Wellbeing, Ms Kirsty McEacharn. As artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday life, many teenagers… Read More

Year 11 Biology Students Explore Ecosystem Diversity at Long Reef, Collaroy

Year 11 Biology class embarked on an educational field trip to Long Reef, Collaroy, providing a unique opportunity to study ecosystem diversity in a… Read More

Exploring Consent Through Theatre: Year 10 Students Attend “Yes Yes Yes” at the Seymour Centre

Our Year 10 students recently had the opportunity to attend a powerful and thought-provoking excursion to the Seymour Centre, where they experienced the live… Read More

Generosity and Leadership: our Prefects Contribution to Tomorrow Man & Tomorrow Woman

On 22 May, during our Secondary School Assembly, a proud moment unfolded as our Prefects presented a cheque for over $9,300 to representatives from Tomorrow Man and Tomorrow Woman—a… Read More

From our Ballet Studios into War Zones: Hollie McKay’s Journey Beyond the Stage

Before she became a renowned war journalist, Hollie McKay (Class of 2003) was a young girl in rural Australia, spinning through life in ballet shoes and… Read More

Years 7 & 8 Excursion to Taronga Zoo! 

Last week, our Year 7 and 8 students had an amazing day at Taronga Zoo, exploring the wonders of wildlife! Year 7 delved… Read More

Book Recommendation for Parents and Carers: The Tech Diet for Your Child and Teen by Brad Marshall

The following is a message from our Head of Wellbeing, Ms Kirsty McEacharn. I was fortunate enough to meet Brad Marshall, the Unplugged… Read More

Chase and Minhoon’s Stellar Performance at the 2025 Pizzey Cup

The 2025 Pizzey Cup has been a remarkable event for the New South Wales (NSW) team, with Chase and Minhoon leading the charge to… Read More

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  • 17 George St
  • North Strathfield
  • NSW 2137
  • 02 9752 0500
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