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.
Donate to the Gawura Scholarship Fund.
Every gift to the Gawura Scholarship Fund helps ensure our First Nations students can access a quality education without ever sacrificing their connection to culture, identity and community.
Your donation can help provide:
• Educational scholarships from Kindergarten to Year 12
For our Kindy to Year 6 students:
• Small class learning with high levels of individual support for K-6 students
• Speech therapy, occupational therapy and wellbeing services
• Cultural learning opportunities and On Country experiences
• Aboriginal dance and cultural programs
• School camps, excursions and extracurricular activities
• Homework support and mentoring programs
• Daily transport to and from school through our dedicated bus service to assist with school attendance.
Together, we are building futures, strengthening culture and creating opportunities for the next generation of First Nations leaders.
Donate today. Your gift builds futures.
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Support Gawura School Through Return and Earn!
Did you know you can donate your recyclable container refunds directly to Gawura School using the Return and Earn app?
Here’s how:
1. Download the Return and Earn app
2. Search for Gawura School in the Charities section
3. Select Gawura School as your chosen donation partner
4. Scan your app barcode at a return point before recycling your containers
Your 10¢ refunds can make a big difference; every donation helps support Gawura School’s programs and students.
So not only are you doing good for the environment, you are supporting our students and school. That's a double win!
Thank you for your support!
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A Gawura First Nations Scholarship provides far more than a place at school.
It opens the door to a world-class education, cultural connection, wellbeing support, extracurricular opportunities, and the confidence to thrive. It empowers our students to realise their potential while remaining deeply connected to their identity, community and culture.
Watch "A Day in Gawura School" video to see the impact of a scholarship firsthand.
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As the End of Financial Year approaches, there is still time to make a tax-deductible donation.
Your support helps ensure more First Nations children can access the opportunities, education and future they deserve.
Donate today. Your gift builds futures.
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“We were supported to succeed while staying connected to who we are.”
– Gawura First Nations Scholarship Alumna
When Gawura School was established, Pastor Ray and Auntie Sharon Minniecon envisioned a school where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from urban Sydney could access a high-quality, culturally authentic education—one that strengthened their connection to culture, land, sea and sky - while continuing to live with their families.
As we approach our 20th birthday, we are proud to know that this vision remains at the heart of Gawura School and continues to be what sets our school apart today, creating a strong foundation for our students to succeed.
Stand alongside us. Your tax-deductible donation today will help ensure this vision continues to thrive, empowering future generations of First Nations students.
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Last week, our First Nations students from Gawura School and St Andrew's Cathedral School were invited to attend and be flag orderlies for the Returned Services League Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Veterans Commemoration Service at the cenotaph in Hyde Park.
Our students Josh, Balan, Antonia, Jax, Mizpah and Winda performed their duties with respect and pride, along with Samara, BJ, Latrell, Marlon, Bryden and Quaelah. Thank you
They are pictured here with Aunty Sharon Minniecon assisting with laying the wreath, Uncle Danny Eastwood (artist who designed the Indigenous cenotaph) and Margery Evans, CEO of Independent Schools NSW
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What does Reconciliation Week and the theme of "All In" mean for our Gawura School and St Andrew's Cathedral School Junior School students? Their artwork shares it beautifully. ... See MoreSee Less
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