St Ursula’s College, founded in 1957, is a Catholic girls’ secondary college based on Gospel values and inspired by the teachings of St Angela Merici, the Founder of the Ursuline Sisters. It aims to be a place of education in which students, given their different backgrounds and abilities, grow in love of learning and of life, and so contribute to the making of a world built on justice, peace, forgiveness and creative service. Through the promotion of a strong learning culture combined with a supportive pastoral care structure, students are empowered to face the challenges of the 21st century.
Facilities: The College is well equipped with facilities to cater for subjects in Science, Computing, Design and Technology, Food and Textiles Technology, Drama, Music and Art. Also included are a library, netball, basketball and tennis facilities, a multi-purpose centre, drama studio, small gymnasium, commercial kitchen and chapel.
Electives Years 7 to 10: The junior school curriculum offers a variety of subjects that encourage personal academic excellence. Courses include the Board of Studies core subjects and a choice of elective courses for the School Certificate, including Music, Drama, Languages, Human Society and its Environment, Computing Studies, and Design and Technology.
Electives Years 11 and 12: Curriculum in the senior school follows the Board of Studies academic program with wide curriculum choices, including some VET courses.
Sport: The College is part of the Catholic Girls’ Secondary Schools Sporting Association (CGSSSA) and competes in many sports including hockey, netball, cricket, swimming, tennis, soccer, touch football, athletics and dance. It also offers a range of leisure sports in its Physical Activity Program.
Extracurricular activities: Debating and public speaking, choir, band, string ensemble, Mock Trial, Tournament of Minds, theatresports, overseas educational tours.
Welfare and personal development: Pastoral care is a strong feature and the staff work to provide an environment that is affirming, encouraging and stimulating. Student leadership opportunities and peer mentoring help students develop across a broad spectrum of areas.