Gawura School

Gawura School sits within St Andrews Cathedral School and is a unique, highly regarded, coeducational Kindergarten to Year 6 day school for First Nations children who live at home with their families. We are proud to have been named 2020 Australian School of the Year.

You can read the School’s Restoration Action Plan and First Nations Strategic Plan.

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Wonderful to see Marlon and BJ in the great outdoors at Kirrikee on their Year 7 camp.

Wonderful to see Marlon and BJ in the great outdoors at Kirrikee on their Year 7 camp. ... See MoreSee Less

2 days ago

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Love Kirrikee!

Lets Come Together, Celebrate, and Make a Difference at Gawura Gathering!You are invited to join us at Gawura Gathering — an unforgettable night of community, connection and celebration!This isn’t just an event — it’s a chance to:
✨ Stand with First Nations students and contribute directly to opportunities that change lives.
🤝 Connect with friends and community while experiencing inspiring performances, stories and culture.
❤️ Feel the joy of giving — knowing your presence and support on the night helps fund education, growth and future leaders.Grab your tickets today and be part of something meaningful, memorable and powerful. Let’s celebrate together and uplift tomorrow’s changemakers today.All is welcome.  See you there.RSVP today.
Date: Friday 20 March
Time: 6 - 9pm
Venue: Level 9, Rooftop SAH building, Sydney Square
Price: $99 includes supper, a drink on arrival with a cash bar available throughout the night.RSVP HERE TODAY https://sacsevents.ptly.com/gg26

Let's Come Together, Celebrate, and Make a Difference at Gawura Gathering!

You are invited to join us at Gawura Gathering — an unforgettable night of community, connection and celebration!

This isn’t just an event — it’s a chance to:
✨ Stand with First Nations students and contribute directly to opportunities that change lives.
🤝 Connect with friends and community while experiencing inspiring performances, stories and culture.
❤️ Feel the joy of giving — knowing your presence and support on the night helps fund education, growth and future leaders.

Grab your tickets today and be part of something meaningful, memorable and powerful. Let’s celebrate together and uplift tomorrow’s changemakers today.

All is welcome. See you there.

RSVP today.
Date: Friday 20 March
Time: 6 - 9pm
Venue: Level 9, Rooftop SAH building, Sydney Square
Price: $99 includes supper, a drink on arrival with a cash bar available throughout the night.

RSVP HERE TODAY sacsevents.ptly.com/gg26
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3 days ago
Have you wondered how you could be a better ally?Come and join us at Gawura Gathering - our annual event celebrating Gawura School and our First Nations students.This is an evening to stand beside our school, our students and their families and practically show your support for our enduring purpose Bridging worlds, building futures.This is a fun evening of entertainment and culture.All is welcome.  RSVP today.Date: Friday 20 March
Time: 6 - 9pm
Venue: Level 9, Rooftop SAH building, Sydney Square
Price: $99 includes supper, a drink on arrival with a cash bar available throughout the night.RSVP HERE TODAY https://sacsevents.ptly.com/gg26

Have you wondered how you could be a better ally?

Come and join us at Gawura Gathering - our annual event celebrating Gawura School and our First Nations students.

This is an evening to stand beside our school, our students and their families and practically show your support for our enduring purpose "Bridging worlds, building futures".

This is a fun evening of entertainment and culture.

All is welcome. RSVP today.

Date: Friday 20 March
Time: 6 - 9pm
Venue: Level 9, Rooftop SAH building, Sydney Square
Price: $99 includes supper, a drink on arrival with a cash bar available throughout the night.

RSVP HERE TODAY sacsevents.ptly.com/gg26
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5 days ago
They say a picture (or pictures!) tells a thousand words.What do you think is going on here?Last week, Gawura School students visited Centennial Park for their Cultural excursion for Term 1.  I wonder what they got up to and learnt?What did your jarjums come home talking about the day?

They say a picture (or pictures!) tells a thousand words.

What do you think is going on here?

Last week, Gawura School students visited Centennial Park for their Cultural excursion for Term 1. I wonder what they got up to and learnt?

What did your jarjums come home talking about the day?
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6 days ago
Come and celebrate community, culture and our award-winning school and its students at Gawura Gathering.This is an evening to hear and see why our unique school is successful.  It is also an opportunity to gather and meet friends old and new and raise much-needed funds for our First Nations scholarship students.Did you know that while our school receives government funding, there is still a large gap especially for our secondary students.  This gap is filled by generous donors via fundraising events like this.You are invited.  Join us for a fun filled, entertaining evening while standing beside our school and students in support of a quality education.See you there.  RSVP today.  https://sacsevents.ptly.com/gg26Date: Friday 20 March
Time: 6 - 9pm
Venue: Level 9, Rooftop SAH building, Sydney Square
Price: $99 includes supper, a drink on arrival with a cash bar available throughout the night.

Come and celebrate community, culture and our award-winning school and its students at Gawura Gathering.

This is an evening to hear and see why our unique school is successful. It is also an opportunity to gather and meet friends old and new and raise much-needed funds for our First Nations scholarship students.

Did you know that while our school receives government funding, there is still a large gap especially for our secondary students. This gap is filled by generous donors via fundraising events like this.

You are invited. Join us for a fun filled, entertaining evening while standing beside our school and students in support of a quality education.

See you there. RSVP today. sacsevents.ptly.com/gg26

Date: Friday 20 March
Time: 6 - 9pm
Venue: Level 9, Rooftop SAH building, Sydney Square
Price: $99 includes supper, a drink on arrival with a cash bar available throughout the night.
... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago
The start of the new year is always about new paths, new opportunities and building upon the past.Yesterday, our Gawura School graduates were warmly welcomed into St Andrews Cathedral School as they commence their secondary schooling.Youve got this Samara, Bryden, Marlon, Latrell and BJ (absent).And all of us at Gawura School are still standing beside you, supporting you all the way - along with Aunty Em, Mr Partington and Mrs Molyneaux and all your SACS teachers.  We cant wait to see you soar.

The start of the new year is always about new paths, new opportunities and building upon the past.

Yesterday, our Gawura School graduates were warmly welcomed into St Andrew's Cathedral School as they commence their secondary schooling.

You've got this Samara, Bryden, Marlon, Latrell and BJ (absent).

And all of us at Gawura School are still standing beside you, supporting you all the way - along with Aunty Em, Mr Partington and Mrs Molyneaux and all your SACS teachers. We can't wait to see you soar.
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1 month ago

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So Proud of our Gawura Kids. The future is bright for them. Good luck 👏🏽 Year 7 Class of 2026.

Bridging worlds, building futures.

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Gawura School acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, water and communities. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging. It is our privilege to work and learn on Gadigal Land.