Adelaide Principal: MotoGP Track Threatens School Playground
An Adelaide private school principal warns that the new MotoGP track could displace a 100-year-old playground, depriving students of essential outdoor play spaces in the Park Lands.
Category : Private Schools
Coalition Clarifies Position on Apprentice Bonus Scheme
The Coalition has not committed to scrapping a $10,000 apprentice incentive program, despite Shadow Skills Minister Jacinta Price criticizing it as inflationary. Official data shows high retention rates, but calls for more transparency persist.
Ex-Marist Teacher Jailed for Historic Child Abuse Offences
A former teacher at Marist College in Canberra has been sentenced to prison for historic child abuse offences, following a court hearing that detailed the impact on victims.
Knox Boarding House Builds Diverse, Growing Student Community
Knox Grammar School's boarding house is fostering a diverse and rapidly growing student community, with significant increases in enrollment and a focus on inclusivity and academic support.
Geelong Grammar Pay Drops as Melbourne Rivals Surge
Geelong Grammar School's executive pay has decreased, while Melbourne private schools report rising salaries, highlighting competitive pressures in elite education.
Aranmore Catholic Schools Merge into One College
Aranmore Catholic Primary School and Aranmore Catholic College in Leederville have formally amalgamated, creating a unified pre-kindergarten to Year 12 institution with separate campuses, celebrated with a special opening Mass.
Perth Students Wear Mushroom Shoes to School
Western suburbs teenagers are ditching traditional leather shoes for sustainable mushroom-based footwear, with several Perth schools now trialling the eco-friendly option.
School Records Show Cheerful Lives of Brothers in Perth Tragedy
School newsletters reveal Otis and Leon Clune as social, happy boys who loved friends and activities, contrasting with the tragic murder-suicide in Mosman Park that shocked Perth.
Koala Habitat Protest at Queensland Private School
Residents protest Ormiston College's plan to clear 650 trees for new facilities, arguing it threatens endangered koala habitat in a designated safe zone.
Radford College Board Exodus After 23% Fee Hike
Leading education expert Barney Dalgarno resigns from Radford College's board, citing reputational damage concerns over a hefty 23% fee increase for 2026. The school defends the move as necessary amid rising costs.
St Edmund's College Principal Resigns After One Year
St Edmund's College in Canberra announces the shock resignation of principal Tim Cleary just before the new school year, citing personal and health reasons after a year of growth and leadership.
Perth Teacher Charged with Seven Child Sex Offences
Naomi Tekea Craig, a teacher at Frederick Irwin Anglican School, faces seven charges including sexual penetration of a child and possessing child exploitation material. DNA testing reportedly links her alleged victim to her newborn baby.
Wesley College Bans Smartphones to Delay Social Media
A prominent private boys' school in Perth has introduced a new smartphone ban as part of a broader initiative to delay students' access to social media platforms.
Perth teacher in court over alleged student sex abuse
A former Perth Anglican school teacher has appeared in court, accused of sexually abusing a student. The case involves serious charges and a subsequent pregnancy. Read the full details.
Queensland school faces backlash over strict haircut rules
A Queensland boys' school faces parent backlash over strict hairstyle rules banning mullets and ponytails. The debate highlights tensions between school standards and personal expression. Read the full story.
New Canberra School Brings Forward High School Opening
Stromlo Forest Anglican College will open its early years campus in 2026 and has accelerated plans for high school years due to strong community demand in the growing Molonglo Valley. Read more.
Geelong school slashes fees by half amid cost-of-living crisis
Geelong Baptist College announces a groundbreaking 50% fee reduction for 2025, offering major relief to families struggling with the cost of living. Learn how this decision impacts local education.
Illawarra school costs hit $95K public, $330K private for 2026
New data reveals the soaring cost of education in the Illawarra for 2026. Parents face up to $336,870 for private schooling, while public education hits $95,000 over 13 years. See the full breakdown.
Hunter private school fees rise 4.6% for 2026
Private school fees across the Hunter Region are climbing again for 2026, with some Year 12 costs exceeding $34,000. Find out what your child's education will cost and the key drivers behind the increases.
School merger won't bring religious change, parents told
Parents at Muswellbrook's Richard Gill School have been assured its secular, music-focused education will continue unchanged despite a merger with the Christian-based Melos Education Group. The council demands land back.
Perth Modern 2025 Graduates Achieve Top ATAR Results
Perth Modern School's 2025 graduates credit the school's environment for their outstanding ATAR results, with a median score of 95.8 and many achieving 99+. Discover their stories.
Mercedes College 180th Anniversary Celebrations Planned
Perth's Mercedes College prepares to celebrate the 180th anniversary of its founding Sisters of Mercy. Join the commemorative mass or high tea to honour this historic milestone.
WA private school fees soar up to 7% for 2026
Parents in Western Australia face fee hikes of up to 7.4% at elite private schools in 2026, far exceeding the national inflation rate. See which schools are affected and the reasons behind the surge.
Medowie Primary School Construction Ramps Up for 2027
Construction accelerates on Medowie's new Catherine McAuley Primary School, with a foundation principal appointed and enrolments opening soon for a Term 1, 2027 start.
Grammar School's Stellar Final Year Academic Results
Townsville Grammar School's Year 12 cohort delivers exceptional ATAR scores, with 45% achieving 90+ and a median ATAR of 86.75. Discover the secrets behind their success.
Melbourne's Scotch College bans e-bikes, e-scooters
Scotch College in Melbourne has banned e-bikes and e-scooters from its campus, citing serious safety concerns for students. The new policy takes immediate effect.
Scots College student assaulted, footage posted online
A 17-year-old Scots College student was lured to a Woollahra park and assaulted by classmates. Police are investigating the incident, which was filmed and shared on Snapchat.
Radford College extends withdrawal deadline amid fee hike fury
Radford College extends withdrawal deadline to December 16 as parents revolt over 23% fee increases and financial mismanagement. Read the latest on the crisis.
Adelaide Girls' School Principal Enforces Social Media Ban
An Adelaide girls' school principal has implemented a social media ban for students, sparking debate on digital wellbeing and parental responsibility. Discover the tips and reasoning behind this decisive move.
Remains found in search for missing Schoolies teen
Human remains discovered at Little Bay Beach in Arakoon, NSW, during the search for 18-year-old Astin Gerstl, who vanished while celebrating Schoolies. Police investigation underway.
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