Loreto College Marryatville Senior School Handbook
Educating strong, passionate and confident girls and young women.
Welcome
Welcome to the Senior School at Loreto College Marryatville.
I, along with Assistant Principal – Wellbeing and Engagement, Ms. Emma Searle, Assistant Principal Pegagogy and Academic Leadership, Ms. Mel Pedavoli, Assistant Principal – Mission and Identity, Ms. Martina O’Connell, and the Senior School staff, are thrilled to welcome you and your daughter/s to the academic year of 2025.
Our Senior School is dedicated to fostering a culture centred on both rigor and character development. Although, we offer a diverse array of opportunities and academic pursuits, encouraging each student to challenge themselves and actively engage in the life of the College.
We urge our students to seize every opportunity presented: whether it’s embracing a new sport, learning a musical instrument, or joining the debating team—immerse yourself completely!
This handbook has been thoughtfully curated to facilitate your involvement and address any questions you or your daughter/s may have during her time in the Senior School. Inside, you’ll find information on important dates, key contacts, daily routines, uniform guidelines, and details about our extensive co-curricular offerings.
We sincerely hope that you and your daughter/s thoroughly enjoy being part of the vibrant Loreto College Marryatville community.
Kylie McCullah Principal
College Executives
Principal: Ms Kylie McCullah
Assistant Principal: Head of Junior School: Mrs Lisa Sexton
Assistant Principal: Pedagogy & Academic Leadership: Ms Mel Pedavoli
Assistant Principal: Mission & Identity: Ms Martina O’Connell
Executive Director: HR, Risk & Compliance: Ms Anna Fitzpatrick
Chief Operating Officer: Mr Luigi Viscariello
History of Loreto
Loreto Marryatville, is a day and boarding school offering co-education in Early Learning (6 weeks-5 years), and an all-girls’ education in the Junior School (Reception-Year 6), and Senior School (Years 7-12). The College is owned by the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (known as the Loreto Sisters). The College is governed by a Board of Directors under the incorporated entity of Loreto Marryatville Limited.
When Mary Ward founded the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM) in 1609, she recognised the critical difference that the education of women could make to her troubled world, especially through the care and development of faith. Some 400 years later, the spirit of Mary Ward continues to inspire us to offer an Independent Catholic education, which liberates, empowers, and motivates students to use their gifts with confidence, creativity, and generosity in loving and responsible service.
Loreto College Marryatville is one of six IBVM independent Catholic schools across Australia, with sister schools located in New South Wales (Kirribilli and Normanhurst), Victoria (Toorak and Ballarat), and Queensland (Coorparoo). Two additional Loreto-associated schools are John XXIII College (Perth) and Bayview College (Portland, VIC). Together with over 150 Loreto schools world-wide, we share a strong belief in the education of girls and young women; thus, fulfilling Mary Ward’s vision for education.
Our core beliefs and values as a Loreto school are grounded in the vision of Mary Ward, who founded the IBVM and whose educational mission now extends across Australia and throughout the world.
Our Values
All Loreto schools share the same set of values: Freedom, Justice, Sincerity, Verity and Felicity. These values are at the heart of educational philosophy and shape our identity as a school.
Freedom
Mary Ward’s understanding of freedom flowed from her personal relationship with God and her belief that each one of us, in our ordinary experience of life, has access to God’s loving care. It is an inner freedom, an acceptance of self, an openness to and with others, and a trust in life.
Justice
Justice, as Mary Ward describes, involves personal integrity based on harmonious relationships with God, with other people and with the whole of creation. It is expressed in “works of justice”, in active participation in the struggle to bring about such harmony. We are challenged “to be seekers of truth and doers of justice”.
Sincerity
Sincerity is our communication and relationship with others – an essential characteristic of the personal integrity Mary Ward envisaged. Her ideal was that “we should be such as we appear and appear such as we are”.
Verity
Closely linked to sincerity is Mary Ward’s concept of verity. For her it means integrity and truth, particularly the profound truth of who we are and what gives meaning to our lives, a truth that centres fundamentally on the gift of life and mystery of God.
Felicity
Felicity is an attitude of mind, a disposition of the heart which manifests itself in cheerfulness, good humour, joy, happiness, hope, optimism, friendliness, courtesy, positive thinking, inner peace, self-acceptance and courage.
Loreto Education Model
The Loreto Education Model provides a framework to assist the College in meeting the learning, wellbeing and holistic needs of the girls and young women in our care. This framework recognises the inter-relationship between these educational areas as well as the changing developmental needs of girls. Loreto students are essentially strong, passionate and confident girls and young women These outcomes are facilitated through targeted and systematic approaches aimed at enriching the individual student.
Encompassing all that we do in our education of girls and young women are the Loreto values of Freedom, Justice, Sincerity, Verity and Felicity. These values reflect and shape the underlying culture of the College and ensure that our focus is always on the development of compassionate, kind, respectful, and positive individuals who believe in and practise Christian values. Having an open mind and heart ensures that Loreto girls are always tolerant and empathetic towards others. Such an approach ensures our girls become responsible and ethical citizens who will shape their future world for the betterment of themselves and society.
For girls to flourish they must be provided with a supportive environment, both pastorally and academically, where they feel challenged to strive for their best. Academic success must be accompanied with a growing sense of independence, confidence in self and a strong voice that is willing to engage in respectful dialogue and debate. To achieve this outcome, students must be purposefully developed in all areas of their personal and academic learning.
Positive academic outcomes must be accompanied with a sense of inquiry and belief that improvement and growth comes through perseverance, effort and hard work. However, learning does not just take place within the classroom. Engagement in physical and cultural activities ensures that girls are also shaped holistically in their development of self. The Loreto Education Model is therefore a beliefs and values based framework that provides strategies for the delivery of our foremost educational objective – that is, educating strong, passionate and confident girls and young women in the Loreto tradition.
Loreto Education Model
Educating strong, passionate and confident girls and young women in the Loreto tradition.
WELLBEING
Responsible online engagement Identity and sense of purpose Authentic relationships and connectedness
Resilience, perseverance and grit Social and
LEARNING
Loreto SEAD Program
Social, Emotional and Academic Development
During their stages of maturation, girls are not only developing their identity but also building the foundations upon which their future wellbeing and personal success will lie. Thus, the SEAD Program is aimed at facilitating girls’ understanding of themselves as learners, responsible citizens and as positive friends, subsequently leading to personal achievement both at school and in life. The SEAD Program will be delivered by teachers during dedicated weekly timetabled lessons as well as other out of the classroom learning experiences.
SENIOR SCHOOL
Years 7 & 8
Creating Connections
Celebrating being me
Applying my values in responsible decision making
Expanding my toolkit to respond to my emotions
Mastering my transition to secondary school
Maintaining my voice and exploring leadership
Building friendships
Broadening my relationships
Exploring my strengths as a learner
Developing effective study skills and planning for success
Applying safe practices and being respectful online
Expanding my financial and commercial literacy
Investigating future pathways
Years 9 & 10
Building Communities
Having a positive identity
Being true to my values through wise decision making
Developing self-regulation
Taking responsibility
Having a positive voice and stepping up to leadership
Accepting and respecting others
Understanding and constructing positive relationships
Becoming an autonomous learner
Applying effective study skills and striving for personal excellence
Understanding my online identity and engaging safely, positively and responsibly online
Being financially literate and planning for my future
Broadening my identity and understanding of my future
Years 11 & 12
Stepping into My Future
Shaping the woman I will become
Confirming my values through principled decision making
Applying self-regulation
Being self-directed
Believing in my voice and role modelling leadership
Celebrating others
Cultivating strong and healthy relationships
Demonstrating independence in my learning
Demonstrating self-efficacy as a learner and setting goals for my future
Modelling a positive self-image and being safe and responsible online
Demonstrating fiscal cognisance
Planning for my career and tertiary pathway
Social Justice
Social Justice is at the heart of a Loreto education. Social Justice activities in the Senior School allow our students to develop empathy, compassion, personal integrity, courage, and the opportunity for self-reflection. The girls are active in Social Justice initiatives at the College, and they have the opportunity to be part of the Peace and Justice group, Environment Committee and Loreto UN, where they are encouraged to use their voice to speak about issues that concern them, whilst showing concern for others.
Many of our Social Justice activities support Mary Ward International Australia (MWIA), which is the Australian and International development organisation of the Loreto Sisters. Students are also actively involved in organising whole school events such as Pink Day and Mission Day, as well as fundraising for our Vietnam and Cambodia Social Justice Tour.
House System
Students at Loreto are organised into four Houses. Our Houses have been named in honour of four great women of the Loreto Order.
BARRY
Named after Mother Gonzaga Barry who led the first group of Loreto nuns to Australia from Ireland in 1875. She began the first Loreto school in Ballarat, Victoria, quickly following that with schools in other States. She was a great pioneer in education, opening teachers’ colleges and preparing girls for university.
Loreto Connect
Loreto Connect is our online learning management system and College Intranet which is accessed by parents and students through a personal login. Loreto Connect provides important information about the College, our Learning Programs and details about sport and other co-curricular activities. Loreto Connect also serves as a convenient way to update family information online, such as contact details, medical history, or allergies. Financial information such as payment history and account balance can also be viewed on the site. Online access to learning and classrooms will be an integral part of your daughter’s education experience. Once your daughter commences at Loreto you will be provided with your personal login details and may access Loreto Connect at any time.
We encourage all parents to download the Loreto College, Marryatville app from the App Store or Google Play for a quick access to Loreto Connect on the go. The app allows you to advise the College of student absences, view the College calendar, and receive notifications.
MCGRATH
Named after Mother Emilian McGrath who was the Superior of Loreto Convent, Marryatville, in the 1920s. Born in County Tipperary, Ireland, Mother Emilian entered the IBVM in 1874. After her First Profession she came to Australia in 1877 and served in Loreto Schools in various States. Mother Emilian died at Marryatville in December 1929.
Mother Stanislaus Mulhall arrived in Australia in 1879 and taught at Mary’s Mount, Ballarat, establishing the first orchestra there. For many years she was Mistress of Novices for the new province in Australia. She followed Mother Gonzaga as Provincial of Australia in 1915 and extended and consolidated the works of the Institute in Australia.
Named after Mary Ward, foundress of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM) as the Loreto sisters are officially called. Born in England in 1585 she travelled valiantly across the continent founding schools in many countries and establishing a new style, one that was influenced by Ignatian spirituality, that was active and centred in prayer and saw God in the ordinary way of life. May Ward died in 1645 confident that ‘women in time to come will do much’.
MULHALL WARD
School Day
Students are expected to be at school by 8:20am. Yard supervision is provided from 8.10am.
• 8:30am Senior School day commences.
• 3.30pm Senior School Day concludes.
College Routine
Students are to be collected within 20 minutes of dismissal or can complete homework in the Resource Centre until 6:00pm.
Absences
If your daughter is late or absent from school, it is essential that you contact the College on 8334 4200. If the office is not open, a message can be left on the answering service, or you can inform the College via the Loreto College Marryatville App. Senior School students are required to bring a note of explanation for their absence. If a student misses a test or a summative assignment, she is required to bring a certificate from her Family Doctor.
Students arriving late are required to sign in at the Senior School Reception when they arrive. If a student is required to leave school early for an appointment, she is required to bring a note and/ or a confirmation email from her parent. Senior students must sign out at the Senior School Reception before leaving.
Student absences are collated daily. Parents will receive a text message for students listed as absent without an explanation. The list of absent students, together with the Sign-in/Sign- out register, is used in the event of an evacuation or lock down.
Special absence from school must be directed, in writing, to the Principal, Ms Kylie McCullah. While the educational value of overseas or other extended trips is recognised, regular attendance at school must always be the priority.
Year 7 Subject Selection
Students in Year 7 undertake a full year of study in each of the following areas:
• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Health and Physical Education
• Languages (choice of: Chinese, French or Italian)
• Spirituality and Meaning
Year 7 Students undertake a semester of study in each of the following areas:
• Design and Digital Technologies:
Digital Technologies
Food Technology
Material Solutions
• Humanities and Social Sciences:
History
Geography
• The Arts:
Music
Drama
Visual Art
Year 8 Subject Selection
Students in Year 8 undertake a full year of study in each of the following areas:
• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Languages (choice of: Chinese, French or Italian)
• Spirituality and Meaning
Students in Year 8 undertake a semester of study in each of the following areas:
• Health and Physical Education
• Humanities and Social Sciences: History Geography
Students undertake an additional semester of Health and Physical Education of their choice. Students may choose from:
• Health and Physical Education
• Netball
Students select three semesters of Arts subjects. This must include at least one Performing Art and at least one Visual Art. Students select from the following options:
Performing Arts
Year 9 Subject Selection
Students in Year 9 undertake a full year of study in each of the following areas:
• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Languages (choice of: Chinese, French or Italian)
• Spirituality and Meaning
Year 9 Students undertake a semester of study in each of the following areas:
• Humanities and Social Sciences:
• History
• Our planet, our economy
• Futures Projects
Year 9 Students undertake two semesters of study of Health and Physical education. Students may choose from the following combinations:
• HPE and HPE (different units per semester)
• Netball
Students select three semesters of Arts subjects from the following options:
Performing Arts
Drama 1 or 2 semesters
semesters
Students select three semesters of Technologies subjects. Students select from the following options:
Visual Arts
Visual Art 1 or 2 semesters
Year 10 Subject Selection
Year 10 students can select from a wide range of subjects which will run if there are sufficient students to form a class and depending on staffing and timetable constraints. Information about content in some subject outlines is to be considered as a guide only.
Students in Year 10 must undertake study in: English
Students then select the equivalent of 6 semesters of study from the following options:
Italian
French
Chinese
Music
semesters
semesters
semesters
semesters
Drama 1 or 2 semesters
Visual Art 1 or 2 semesters
Food Technology
Material
or 2 semesters
or 2 semesters
Year 11 Subject Selection
Students must undertake one subject from the English Learning Area for two semesters:
• English (20 credits)
• Essential English (by invitation only)
Students must undertake one subject from the Mathematics Learning Area for at least one semester (unless Essential Mathematics (10 credits - offered in Year 10 only) has been completed):
• General Mathematics (20 credits)
• Mathematical Methods (20 credits)
All students will be enrolled in one semester of Spirituality and Meaning
Students must select an additional 7 semesters (70 credits) of study from those offered at Stage 1 at Loreto College Marryatville:
• Biology
• Business Innovation
• Chemistry
• Drama
• Design Tech Engineering and Media
• Economics
• English
• English Literary Studies
• Food and Hospitality
• Chinese (Continuers)
• French (Continuers)
• Italian (Continuers)
• Legal Studies
• General Mathematics
• Mathematical Methods
• Specialist Mathematics*
• Material Solutions
• Media Studies
• Modern History
• Music: Exploration Performance – Ensemble Performance – Solo Studies
• Nutrition
• Physics
• Psychology
• Visual Arts - Art
*Specialist Mathematics must be studied in conjunction with Mathematical Methods.
Year 12 Subject Selection
All students will be enrolled in the subject Stage 2 Spiritualities, Religion and Meaning, with a focus on Social Justice in the Mary Ward Tradition.
The following subjects are offered at Stage 2 at Loreto College Marryatville:
• Biology
• Business Innovation
• Chemistry
• Drama
• Design Tech Engineering and Media (2025)
• Economics
• English
• English Literary Studies
• Food and Hospitality
• Information Processing & Publishing
• Chinese (Continuers)
• French (Continuers)
• Italian (Continuers)
• Legal Studies
• General Mathematics
• Mathematical Methods
• Specialist Mathematics
• Material Solutions
• Media Studies
• Modern History
• Music: Explorations
Performance – Ensemble
Performance – Solo Studies
• Nutrition
• Physics
• Psychology
• Visual Arts – Art
• Sports Studies
• Women’s Studies
Academic Responsibility
Loreto College fosters a supportive and restorative approach to academic work and emphasis is placed on working with students to assist them to be aware of and understand their decision-making process. Awareness of the impact their choices have on themselves, and others is critical in leading students to be self-regulated learners.
As part of the Social, Emotional, Academic Development (SEAD) Program, students will be supported across the curriculum to develop a strong level of academic responsibility.
Academic Responsibility Guidelines
The following guidelines apply to forms of assessment that provide summary information at the end of a specified teaching–learning process (i.e. summative tasks).
Learning Leaders will set due dates (time limits) for assessment tasks that students will complete as part of their course requirements.
Students in the Senior School are expected to submit work by the due date unless they have negotiated an extension in writing with their Learning Leaders at least 48 hours prior to the due date (see Extension Guidelines).
Work handed in after the negotiated due date will be marked for feedback purposes only and will form part of the student’s formative learning.
An ‘I’ incomplete grade is issued when there is insufficient evidence of learning by the due date. It is in the student’s best interest that incomplete work be completed by the end of the semester.
With consideration to adjustments detailed in student Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and SACE Special Provisions for assessments, teachers will be sensitive to student needs to assist students to meet assessment criteria (refer to Inclusive Education Policy R-12).
An Academic Alert will be recorded for students who are habitually away when work is due, or tests are scheduled.
Where deemed appropriate, a Thursday Support Session (Academic) will also be issued to assist students in completing outstanding assessment tasks and homework (refer to Positive Behaviour and Personal Responsibility Policy R-12).
Feedback on Student Learning
For all Senior School students, academic reports are issued electronically via Loreto Connect twice a year at the end of each semester.
Homework
Homework is a required part of a student’s school day. As well as providing opportunities to consolidate and extend the learning that occurs at the College, a positive approach to homework develops important skills, including the ability to:
• manage time and work commitments successfully.
• take responsibility for one’s own learning.
• achieve important goals.
Homework Centre
The Information Resource Learning Centre is situated on the first floor of the Mary Ward building wing in the Senior School. Opening hours: 8.00am – 6.00pm each school day. Facilities include a comprehensive book, DVD and periodical collection, AV equipment and on-line database access. Homework support operates from 3.30 –6.00pm.
Leadership
Loreto, through its commitment to Student Leadership, seeks to build confidence and a sense of worth and of belonging in each student as she progresses through the College. We are committed to ensuring that our students learn their leadership style through leading across a broad range of formal and informal structures, opportunities and experiences.
It has been our experience that strong student leadership generates tremendous spirit within the College. It contributes greatly to the sense of well-being and happiness enjoyed by students and inspires them to make the most of their own talents and skills, learning as they do, that they can make a difference and find great satisfaction in the service of others. Leadership builds community and empowers students to experience themselves as people who achieve great things through working together in a spirit of generosity and cooperation.
Positive Behaviour and Personal Responsibility
Guidelines
At Loreto College Marryatville, we believe that every student has the right to feel safe and supported within the College context. We encourage positive and supportive interpersonal relationships. Teaching staff attempt to be vigilant and educate the students about respectful behaviours towards others within the school context.
Behaviours identified as bullying or harassment will not be accepted and will be dealt with by the relevant staff member in accordance with the College Positive Behaviour and Personal Responsibility Policy. Ongoing problematic behaviour will be addressed by the relevant Leader of Student Wellbeing and Academic Care and as required, by Assistant Principal, Wellbeing and Engagement. Matters of a serious or consistent nature will be referred to the Principal.
BYOD
All Loreto College, Marryatville students in Years 7-12 use their own Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), as the device is personalised to their own needs. The choice of brand and model of laptop is up to the family, although recommendation is provided by the college and we support Mac and PC platforms. Basic requirements or laptops suitable for our BYOD Program are:
• Minimum all day school battery – preferably 8 hours
• Minimum 13-inch screen – lightweight and able to be placed in school bags and on school desks comfortably
• 3-year warranty – with accidental damage protection if offered
• Hard Disk Drive – minimum 256 GB SSD preferable as this reduces the risk of HDD crashes due to bumping or heavy handling
• Suitable protective covering that can also be placed in the school bag promoting security and concealment when in transit.
The College provides software packages for students, including Office 365, Adobe Creative Cloud and Webroot Antivirus.
Bus Service
To provide greater service and convenience to our students who attend Loreto from suburbs all around Adelaide, we offer a dedicated bus service, connecting students from north, east, south and west. Our modern, spacious fleet of coaches offers a safe and convenient means of transport to our students.
All buses arrive at the College by 8.15am each day and depart the College at 3.45pm for the journey home.
Permanent bus bookings are charged at $350 per term (full time service), and $200 per term (am or pm service only). This is payable via the BusMinder App. Casual travel is paid trip-by-trip at $5 per journey subject to booking through the App. Please contact the Finance Office for mor information at finance@loreto.sa.edu.au.
Health Care Centre
The Health Care Centre is staffed by a Registered Nurse during school hours, 8:30am-3:30pm. Staff in the Health Care Centre are responsible for first aid, emergency care and the management of specific individual health care plans.
The Health Care Centre provides a warm and friendly setting to ensure a comfortable environment for the care of our day students and our boarding community. Students using the Health Care Centre are required to obtain permission from their teacher. After assessment, the Health Care Centre staff will determine if it is appropriate to contact parents or return the student to class.
All treatment will be communicated to parents. Students are not permitted to contact parents directly regarding illness or collection from school.
Insurance
The College has a current student accident insurance to cover school activities. The College does not accept liability for damage or loss of any personal possessions of students. Insurance cover for a student’s personal possessions is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.
Student ID Cards
Photographs for Student ID cards are taken early in the year. Replacement cards are available at a cost of $10.00.
Mobile phones
Mobile phones may only be used during lessons with teacher approval if the activity is deemed to enhance learning. From the time students enter the school grounds in the morning, mobile phones may not be used on the verandas, in the classrooms or changing rooms, in the courtyard or anywhere outside. Any student found doing so will have their mobile phone confiscated until the end of the day. Parents will be contacted and asked to collect the phone. Students must keep their phone turned off and, in their locker, or pocket.
Lockers
Students are assigned a locker by their Class Mentor teacher and can be accessed either via student cards or padlocks. The padlock remains the property of the College and is expected to be returned at the end of Year 12. If students have difficulty with their lock, please see their Leader of Student Wellbeing and Academic Care for assistance.
Felicity Café
Loreto College Marryatville operates its own Café on the Senior Campus. Recess and lunch items can be ordered and purchased by students every day via our online ordering system Flexischools.
Flexischools allows you to easily place all your tuckshop orders online at any time. The Flexischools App is downloadable from the App Store or Google Play.
The Café opening hours are from 7.30am – 2.00pm.
The Café is open to parents until 8.30am weekdays. Felicity Café is open on Saturday mornings during school sport activities.
Uniform
We are proud at Loreto to call ourselves one community. As a community, and as representatives for our College, our girls take pride in presenting themselves to the highest standards.
Please note the following:
• Hair longer than the shoulders must be tied back.
• Hair accessories such as clips and bands must be black. Only College hair ribbons to be worn.
• Artificial nails and eyelashes are not be worn when in school uniform.
• One discreet earring per ear
During Terms 1 and 4
• The wearing of the College hat is compulsory when travelling to and from the College.
• Only the blazer may be worn over the summer dress as an outer garment, if required, when travelling to and from school or whenever in public. The jumper is not an acceptable outer garment.
During Terms 2 and 3
• The wearing of the College blazer is compulsory when travelling to and from the College or whenever in public.
• The College scarf may also be worn. Please ensure blazers, jumpers and scarves are all clearly named.
Hot Weather Policy
In Terms 1 and 4 when the students normally wear summer uniforms, on days of 36 degrees or more, normal school routine will be maintained. All learning areas are air-conditioned.
Except for the Performing Arts Centre and the Science Laboratories, students are permitted/ encouraged to carry water bottles with them to class and drink from them as needed.
All Physical Education lessons will be conducted indoors.
All sports training will be cancelled.
In Terms 2 and 3 when the students are expected to wear full winter uniform, on days of 25 degrees or more, they may choose to wear their summer uniform, including the hat.
The Uniform Shop
All new families are invited to book an appointmenfor a new uniform fitting, allowing for individual service. An appointment typically takes 30-45 minutes for all uniform items including shoes. All care is taken to fit the student correctly. Please contact 8334 4211 or email loreto@midford.com. au for any uniform-related enquiries. Visits to the Uniform Shop are by appointment only. To book, please visit https://Midford.as.me/LoretoCollege.
The Uniform Shop is located in the Junior School with a separate entry off Talbot Grove. Staff are ready to assist with all uniform fittings, purchases and enquiries. Online purchases can also be made via the link on the College website. Information about uniform expectations can be found on Loreto Connect. Garments may be returned/exchanged if they are complete with swing tags, receipt and have not been worn, altered or laundered. Acceptable forms of payment are Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and EFTPOS.
Standard trading hours during school term:
• Monday 8am -12pm
• Tuesday 8am -12pm
• Wednesday Closed
• Thursday 1pm-5pm
• Friday 8am-12pm
To access the online shop, please scan the QR code.
Second-Hand Uniform Shop
Please contact Reception, 8334 4240 (Junior School) or 8334 4200 (Senior School) for any queries relating to the Second-Hand Uniform Shop.
Moving forward we are encouraging families to use the Uniform Exchange to purchase school clothes, books and other educational items specific to Loreto College, Marryatville. Please refer to the College’s Uniform page at https://www.loreto. sa.edu.au/services-facilities/uniform-shop/
The College is no longer accepting second-hand uniforms to sell for families.
College Map
GATES:
GATE
Entrance
Entrance
Entrance
GATE 9
Boarding & ELC Carpark
Entrance via Portrush Road
Boarding
The Loreto Boarding House is a vibrant, dynamic community where the making of lifelong friends is cherished. This is achieved through daily routines, a varied social activity program, House team competitions and through activities run as part of our Social, Emotional, Academic Development (SEAD) Program.
Formal study periods are provided Monday through to Thursday after school so that each girl can focus on her academic studies and achieve to the best of her ability. Boarding staff, in partnership with teachers, follow the girls’ academic progress to ensure their success. In addition to the communal living areas where Boarders can relax and interact with each other, each Boarder is provided with her own room that she can personalise. She can express herself in her own space.
Our Boarding House provides an excellent standard of accommodation with indoor and outdoor recreation spaces. Meals are prepared by our two qualified Chefs catering for individual dietary requirements.
Boarders are cared for by the Director of Boarding and supported by live-in residential supervisors who ensure the day-to-day care, supervision, safety and wellbeing of each student in the boarding house. All staff at the College, including all staff in the Boarding House, are required to complete a Working with Children Check in accordance with the College’s Child Protection Policy.
The boarding community is made up of girls from Year 7 to Year 12 who come from regional, remote, interstate and international locations. We celebrate the diverse experiences and cultures that these girls bring to boarding.
The Boarding House is open every week in the school term but closes for the entire duration of all school holiday periods. If an international boarder is not returning home for the school holidays, and they do not have a suitable local contact as a shortterm accommodation option, they will be placed with a Homestay family. The Director of Boarding must be informed of any Homestay requirements at least 4 weeks before the end of each term to ensure that suitable accommodation can be found.
BOARDING HOUSE CONTACT DETAILS
Boarding House Staff & Reception: (08) 8334 4250 or 0488 785 312
Email: boarding@loreto.sa.edu.au
Support and Enrichment
At Loreto College Marryatville, all staff strive to support students throughout their schooling years to assist them to reach their true potential. Supported by our highly qualified Learning Enrichment team, including the College Counsellors, Mathematics Specialist Teacher and Gifted and Talented Teacher, complemented by the Assistant Principal: Wellbeing and Engagement and Director of Wellbeing Programs, we nurture each girl’s complete academic development.
Student Health Support
To supplement the SEAD programs offered by the College staff, the Student Health Support is also available to provide support for students. The service runs group presentations at various times during the school year on a variety of topics. If individual support is required, students can email or directly speak to their Leader of Student Wellbeing and Academic Care.
In addition, parents are also able to discuss individual support for their daughter via the relevant Leader of Student Wellbeing and Academic Care.
Permission for Excursions and Field Trips
During the year excursions and field trips may be arranged. Some of these may occur outside class time. Activities which incur significant additional cost will be communicated well in advance to parents.
Sport
Loreto College has a record of outstanding sporting accomplishments in a wide range of co-curricular endeavours. Our dynamic sporting programs empower our students to cultivate a spirit of teamwork and healthy competition. The focus is on participation, friendship, and active involvement. Participating in sport develops valuable skills such as commitment, communication, and problem solving as well as helping to build organisation and time management skills. Moreover, participation in sporting activities provides an opportunity to learn the importance of patience, perseverance, hard work, and resilience.
In addition to the sporting pursuits available, the College participates in Interschool Carnivals in Athletics and Swimming, Aerobics, and Cross Country competitions, as well as state-wide Knockout Sports Competitions and National Rowing Championships.
Senior School Sports
Aerobics
AFLW
Badminton
Basketball
Cross Country
Hockey
Touch Football
Indoor Volleyball
Netball
Rowing
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Water Polo
Leisure and Fitness
All students are encouraged to maintain a level of physical activity that supports healthy relationships, wellbeing, and a break from academic activities.
The College Fitness Room is available to all students multiple times each week. Students wishing to use the strength and aerobic facilities may do so after induction by Physical Education staff. Free weights can only be used during PE lessons and under the direct supervision of qualified staff. Students may only use the Fitness Room in groups of three or more and under the supervision of a staff member and during allocated fitness sessions as scheduled.
Co-curricular Opportunities
Our girls consistently achieve strong academic results in an environment that balances academic rigour with a wide range of co-curricular opportunities. Participation in co-curricular opportunities helps to build girls’ confidence through the development of their leadership, public speaking, and teamwork skills as well as fostering a love of learning and inquiry.
Our students can enjoy a vast array of co-curricular opportunities throughout the calendar year:
Ethics Olympiad
Big Science Competition
Chemistry Quiz
da Vinci Decathlon
Debating
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Environment Club
ICAS Competitions
Indigenous Garden Club
Mock Trials
National History Competition
Oliphant Science Awards
Philosothon
Premier’s Spirt of ANZAC Prize
Social Justice Groups
STEM Club
Tournament of Minds
Write a Book in a Day
Young Writer’s Award
Simpson Prize
Rostrum Voice of Youth
Music and Performing Arts
At Loreto College Marryatville, we understand the importance of music and performing arts education in the development of a child’s creative and analytical skills.
The Music Program at Loreto offers a diverse and engaging experience in music performance and music studies for all children from Early Learning through to Year 12, including Elective Music in Years 9 and 10 and SACE Stage 1 and 2.
Our purpose-built facilities include a professional theatre and Music Studio.
The Performing Arts Festival is one of the most anticipated events of the year at Loreto College Marryatville. It is an entirely student-led event where our talented students bring the College’s values to life on stage, embodying strength, passion, and confidence in every performance.
Student Privacy Policy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of our students in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles contained in the Commonwealth Privacy Act 1988. This policy may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect new laws, technologies, and changes in our operations and practices.
Collection of Personal Information
Loreto College collects various types of personal information about students and their parents, including but not limited to:
Personal details: Name, contact details, date of birth, gender, language background, previous school, and religion.
Parents’ details: Education, occupation, and language background.
Medical information: Disability details, allergies, medications, absence notes, medical reports and doctors’ names.
Academic and behavioural records: School reports, conduct and complaint records, and counselling reports.
Other information: Health fund details, Medicare number, court orders, volunteering information, photos and videos taken at school events, and CCTV images.
Information is collected through forms, face-toface meetings, interviews, emails, and phone calls. In some cases, information is provided by third parties such as medical professionals or previous schools.
Use of Personal Information
The College uses personal information for the following purposes:
Education: To provide schooling, manage student enrolment, support academic and co-curricular activities.
Wellbeing: To look after students’ educational, social, spiritual, and medical wellbeing.
Administration: For day-to-day administrative activities and communication with parents.
Legal Obligations: To meet legal requirements and ensure the College can discharge its duty of care.
Marketing and Fundraising: To promote and seek donations for the College’s growth and development.
If required personal information is not provided, the College may be unable to enrol or continue the enrolment of a student or allow participation in certain activities.
Use of CCTV Footage
CCTV is used for safety and security purposes, such as deterring vandalism and inappropriate behaviour. Cameras are placed in public areas and not in private areas like toilets, changerooms, or staffrooms. CCTV footage is accessible only by authorized personnel and stored for 30 days unless required for legal reasons.
Disclosure of Personal Information
• The College may disclose personal information to:
• Other schools and teachers
• Government departments for statement and funding purposes
• Catholic Education South Australia and related church agencies
• Medical practitioners and health services
• Educational and assessment authorities
• Service providers for administrative and financial services
• Parents or guardians of students
• Legal entities as required by law
Personal information may also be shared with overseas recipients for activities such as school exchanges, with appropriate consent.
Management and Security of Personal Information
The College protects personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure through secure storage and restricted access to records. Staff are required to respect the confidentiality of personal information.
Access and Correction of Personal Information
Students and parents have the right to access and correct personal information held by the College. Requests should be made in writing to the Principal, and identity verification may be required. The College may charge a fee for extensive requests and may deny access in certain circumstances, providing written reasons for any refusal.
Consent and Rights of Access for Students
The College typically seeks parental consent for the use of a student’s personal information. However, senior students may independently manage their information in appropriate circumstances.
Community
Parent Volunteers
We welcome parent involvement in various College events. As you may be aware, parents are required to have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
To register your interest in our Volunteer Program, please complete our volunteer form located on Loreto Connect. Loreto Volunteer forms are also available at our College Reception Offices.
Parents are requested to sign in at Reception before volunteering, as this is a Work, Health and Safety requirement.
Parents & Friends
Parents & Friends (P&F) committee is an enthusiastic and passionate group of parents within the College community who are committed to developing parent relationships and promoting a sense of community while actively supporting the College to raise funds for specific projects to benefit our Loreto students.
An invitation to join P&F is extended to all and provides a wonderful opportunity to forge long and enduring relationships. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at 7.00pm.
P&F work closely with the College Principal and Head of Junior School, with an objective to strengthen communication between parents and the College.
Together we have a broad fundraising program, providing resources for both curricular and cocurricular activities.
Educating strong, passionate and confident girls and young women
Stay Connected
Senior School: 08 8334 4200
Loreto Connect:
Online portal
Loreto College Marryatville app (download through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store)
Social media:
Facebook: facebook.com/LoretoMarryatville
Instagram: @loreto_marryatville, @loretrow & @loretomarryatville_boarding
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loreto-college-marryatville
2025 Term Dates
Term 1:
Wednesday 29 January – Friday 11 April
(Boarders return date: Tuesday 28 January)
Term 2:
Tuesday 29 April – Friday 27 June
(Boarders return date: Monday 28 April)
Term 3:
Tuesday 22 July – Friday 26 September
(Boarders return date: Monday 21 July)
Term 4:
Monday 13 October – Thursday 4 December
(Boarders return date: Sunday 12 October)
