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.
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.
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. ... See MoreSee Less
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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.
Looking forward to seeing our students return this week, and our new Kindy students from Monday 2 February. 😍
Can't wait to hear your holiday tales. ... See MoreSee Less
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As January 26 approaches, Gawura School acknowledges that there is hurt and trauma that may be amplified on this day amongst our community. We stand beside you. Don't forget there's always 1300YARN if you need additional support.
If you are an ally and are wondering how to practically support, listen, learn or stand alongside our First Nations peoples, here are some ways to show meaningful support:
Take time to learn about the true history of this date and its impact
Support First Nations businesses, artists, and organisations
Amplify Indigenous voices rather than speaking over them
Commit to reconciliation, restoration and truth beyond just one day
Find ways to keep the longest, enduring culture alive and be more culturally aware
Speak up when you hear or see something unjust.
We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that you are the first custodians of the land on which we stand.
We are stronger together.
For further information, you can watch this video with Aunty Munya Andrews and Carla from Evolve Communities ... See MoreSee Less
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Thanks for posting…It is always a very important and challenging day for our students and people.
Celebrating end of year excellence!
Throwback to an unforgettable 140th Evening of Celebration and Prizegiving at Sydney Town Hall - Thursday 4 December 2025.
Congratulations Lydia on receiving the award for Highest Academic Progress in Infants for a Gawura Student. You must have worked hard! ... See MoreSee Less
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Celebrating end of year excellence!
Throwback to an unforgettable 140th Evening of Celebration and Prizegiving at Sydney Town Hall - Thursday 4 December 2025.
Jaelee received the Catherine Miskovich Memorial Prize for Gawura Citizen of Year.
This award is in memory of Cathy Miskovich, founding member and first Head of Gawura. Cathy was an exceptional teacher and passionate advocate of Indigenous education.
Congratulations Jaelee! What an honour and so well deserved. ... See MoreSee Less
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Wonderful!
Celebrating end of year excellence!
Throwback to an unforgettable 140th Evening of Celebration and Prizegiving at Sydney Town Hall - Thursday 4 December 2025.
Congratulations to Samara (Year 6) for receiving the prestigious Gawura Captain's Leadership Award! 🏆
This remarkable honor was provided by Professor Larissa Behrendt - a Eualeyai and Kamillaroi woman, a trailblazing academic, lawyer, award-winning author, and devoted advocate for literacy and Gawura School.
Thank you, Professor Behrendt, for your support of our school and students.
And a round of applause to Samara - your achievement is a shining example of dedication and perseverance! Congratulations.
[Look out for more 2025 end of year celebrations to come] ... See MoreSee Less
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❤️🖤💛🥰 Samara