MacKillop College is grounded in Catholic values, drawing from the rich traditions of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St Joseph. Our motto is “Esto Mundi Lumen” – “With Mary’s help be a light to the world.” We pride ourselves in providing a contemporary and engaging learning environment with high expectations for girls from Years 7-12 in a safe and nurturing community.

At MacKillop, we strongly believe in the effectiveness of girls’ education to empower young women to reach their personal, social and academic potential. In a beautiful learning environment, girls are challenged to be the best version of themselves, to work as part of a cohesive team and to celebrate each other’s achievements. It is this sense of community spirit that shapes the culture of our school. Our girls have achieved outstanding results in the Higher School Certificate and in a diverse range of external exams and competitions. Our College also provides for students on non-academic pathways with outstanding opportunities and facilities to support their development. As a Christian school in the Catholic tradition, we value, respect and are committed to nurturing the personal, ethical and academic development of every student.