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About Somerville House

Established in 1899, Somerville House provides an exemplary education by supporting each student’s personal growth.

Our Vision

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Educating fearless leaders of change, developing excellence, confidence and connection to their individual purpose.

Our Values

Courage, Compassion, Inclusion, Gratitude, Integrity and Respect, guide the way we interact with each other, which influences every aspect of school life. The Christian values of the PMSA: relationships, care, ethics, personal development, excellence and celebration, purposefully combine with the school values.

Our Priorities

Four strategic priorities set the direction across all operations of the School:

> Striving for academic success

> Sustaining personal growth

> Supporting service learning

> Serving as responsible custodians

About the Somerville House Foundation

Tax-deductible gifts to the Foundation provide talented students with needs-based Scholarships & Bursaries, help build incredible facilities at the School, and support programs that otherwise would not be available.

Since 1984, the Foundation has raised more than $17.5 million, contributing over $10 million to the School. Read more about the Foundation’s contribution in our 2021 Impact Report.

Our Mission

The Somerville House Foundation is committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities for Somerville House students to encourage them to become the best they can be. The Foundation supports the School in delivering its strategic intent with objectives that are aligned with the School’s Master Plan. All the Foundation does builds upon the rich culture of philanthropy at the School and across our community.

Our Priorities

As a tax-deductible fundraising vehicle, the Foundation partners with the School to deliver programs and projects that have a lasting impact on the educational journey of Somerville House students. This is achieved through raising and managing funds via appeals, events and initiatives to assist the School with current and future development priorities.

Our Structure

The Foundation operates as a company limited by guarantee and is registered with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profit Commission (ACNC). We operate collaboratively with the School under the requirements of the Corporations Act, with a professional Board of Directors. The Board bring a diverse mix of skills and experience, and great passion for our cause.

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