Year 12 student Sophia has placed second in Australia in an exceptionally competitive quantum mechanics competition, finishing ahead of thousands of entrants.
After progressing through the qualifying round, semi-final and final, Sophia tackled challenging questions that required her to analyse a research paper and apply her understanding of quantum mechanics – a field of physics that explores how matter behaves at the atomic and subatomic level.
Rather than relying on memorised content, the competition challenged Sophia to research, problem-solve and think beyond what she already knew.
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That's a wrap on the 2026 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) examinations!
Congratulations to our Year 12 IB students on completing their final exams. Your hard work, curiosity and commitment throughout the programme have brought you to this milestone. Now it's time to take a well-deserved break and celebrate!
IBDP results will be released on Thursday, 17 December 2026.
Teaching character, not just consent. Consent education is vital, but is it enough?
In a thought-provoking conversation with Simon Smart from the Center for Public Christianity, St Andrew’s Cathedral School Head of School, Dr Julie McGonigle, reflects on the School’s journey from profound tragedy to the important work that has followed.
In this podcast conversation, Dr McGonigle explores how schools and parents both play a vital role in Respectful Relationships Education. Yet, it is the students themselves that can be the strongest and most impactful leaders in this area.
Tune into this important conversation and hear from Dr McGonigle on how schools can respond to challenging issues, enabling young people to lead into a more hopeful future.
St Andrew’s Cathedral School acknowledges the Gadigal People who are the traditional custodians of the land on which we stand and one of the 29 clans of the Eora Nation which is bordered by the Hawk...
Yesterday, we hosted the fourth and final event in our 2026 Responsible Futuring series, exploring The Future of Communications and the Creative/Social Impact Industries.
Throughout the year, the series has brought together an inspiring group of parents, industry leaders, innovators and experts to share their experiences and insights with our students, opening their eyes to the possibilities that lie ahead.
Across four thought-provoking events, students have explored the future of Engineering and Technology; Business, Finance and Law; Medicine, Health and Psychology; and, finally, Communications and the Creative/Social Impact Industries.
Each conversation has offered a valuable opportunity to look beyond traditional career pathways, discover emerging opportunities, ask questions and gain practical advice from professionals working at the forefront of their fields.
More than simply exploring future careers, Responsible Futuring is about equipping our students with the knowledge, perspective and confidence to navigate an ever-changing world and make a positive contribution to society.
As a key pillar of our 2026–2035 Strategic Plan, the series reflects our commitment to preparing young people not just for life beyond school, but for the opportunities and challenges of the future.
A big thank you to all the panellists, parents and members of our community who generously shared their time, expertise and experiences throughout the series. Your insights have helped our students imagine what is possible and consider how they can shape the future.
St Andrew's LEGO Robotics teams make competition debut!
For the first time, our LEGO Robotics Co-curricular group has competed in an official competition, marking an exciting milestone for the programme!
Our Year 5 and 6 students achieved fantastic results, with both teams taking home awards:
Team 1 – Breakthrough Award Congratulations to Henry D, Jamie S, Lachlan L, Luke W and Oliver M, recognised for their progress in their first year and their exciting potential for the future.
Team 2 – Innovation Project Award Well done to Brendan C, Tyson H, Aiden L, Andrew L, Alex M, Jaxton P, Ethan R, Max S and Elon Z, recognised for their innovative sustainability project and impressive design skills.
A wonderful achievement for our budding roboticists, who have set a fantastic benchmark for future St Andrew's Robotics teams!
A special thank you to Ms Isabella Hogan for coaching and organising the day, and Mr Dan Murray for his support.
Yesterday, St Andrew’s Cathedral School was proud to be recognised at the annual Walk the Talk Awards, held at NSW Parliament House, for our commitment to promoting respectful relationships and taking meaningful action to help end domestic and family violence.
Through our Walk the Talk initiative, our students have been raising funds and supporting Aurora Place, a local women’s shelter providing safety, stability and support to women and children escaping violence.
A wonderful congratulations to our School Captains, Kiran and Hannah, and our Year 9 leaders, Meera and Ava, for their leadership, compassion and dedication to making a positive difference in our community.
The Walk the Talk initiative, delivered in partnership with Enlighten Education and Women’s Community Shelters, empowers young people to turn their understanding of respectful relationships into meaningful action.
We are incredibly proud of our students for putting their values into practice and helping create a future where everyone feels safe, respected and supported. Because creating change starts with more than just talking about it – it starts with walking the talk. 💜
We’re thrilled to celebrate our Acting Director of Learning (Academic Progress), Mrs Estee Stephenson, who has been named on The Educator Hot List 2026, recognising educators making a significant impact through leadership, innovation and a commitment to improving student outcomes. 🎉
Since joining St Andrew’s Cathedral School in 2015, Estee has dedicated her work to helping every student reach their potential. From establishing the Learning Skills programme and leading the Gifted Education Mentoring (GEM) programme, to co-leading Visible Literacy, her work has made a meaningful difference to students and teachers across our School.
Estee’s commitment to evidence-informed practice extends beyond the classroom. Having completed Masters degrees in Special Education and Gifted Education, she has recently submitted her doctoral thesis exploring how schools can strengthen gifted education through research-informed practice.
We’re incredibly proud of Estee and the contribution she continues to make to our students, staff and the wider education community.
St Andrew's Junior Theatresports are Grand Final bound!
Congratulations to our Junior Theatresports team, who took out first place in last Friday's semi-final to secure their spot in the 2026 Schools Challenge Grand Final!
The team impressed the judges with their creativity, quick thinking and improvisation, including a standout musical scene that sent the crowd wild!
Congratulations to the team and their coach, Ms Angelina Tornow, and thank you to everyone who helped along the way.
Come and cheer them on in the Grand Final, right here at St Andrew's Cathedral School!
Thursday 19 November, 7pm–8.30pm Chapter House (doors open 6.30pm) $15 adults and $10 students
More St Andrew's students are making their mark in scientific research!
Congratulations to our Year 6 students Lauren E, Sophia T and Alegra M (Trash to Gas); Eliana W and Antares Q (Analysing Microplastic Velocity Across Freshwater to Saltwater Gradients); and Mairah K and Eleanor H (The Pot That Perspires), who have been selected to receive awards in the 2026 STANSW Young Scientist Competition.
Working independently, the students designed and conducted scientific investigations, analysed their findings and presented their research through formal scientific reports.
A special thank you to mentor teachers Ms Sally Williams and Ms Rebecca Radloff for guiding and supporting the students throughout their investigations.
The award recipients will be recognised at the Young Scientist Awards Ceremony at the University of Technology Sydney.
An outstanding achievement. Well done to all our young scientists! ... See MoreSee Less
Quantum leaps in learning!
Year 12 student Sophia has placed second in Australia in an exceptionally competitive quantum mechanics competition, finishing ahead of thousands of entrants.
After progressing through the qualifying round, semi-final and final, Sophia tackled challenging questions that required her to analyse a research paper and apply her understanding of quantum mechanics – a field of physics that explores how matter behaves at the atomic and subatomic level.
Rather than relying on memorised content, the competition challenged Sophia to research, problem-solve and think beyond what she already knew.
Congratulations, Sophia, on an extraordinary achievement! ... See MoreSee Less
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That's a wrap on the 2026 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) examinations!
Congratulations to our Year 12 IB students on completing their final exams. Your hard work, curiosity and commitment throughout the programme have brought you to this milestone. Now it's time to take a well-deserved break and celebrate!
IBDP results will be released on Thursday, 17 December 2026.
Well done to the Class of 2026! ... See MoreSee Less
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Teaching character, not just consent.
Consent education is vital, but is it enough?
In a thought-provoking conversation with Simon Smart from the Center for Public Christianity, St Andrew’s Cathedral School Head of School, Dr Julie McGonigle, reflects on the School’s journey from profound tragedy to the important work that has followed.
In this podcast conversation, Dr McGonigle explores how schools and parents both play a vital role in Respectful Relationships Education. Yet, it is the students themselves that can be the strongest and most impactful leaders in this area.
Tune into this important conversation and hear from Dr McGonigle on how schools can respond to challenging issues, enabling young people to lead into a more hopeful future.
🎧 Listen to the episode here: publicchristianity.org/podcast/teaching-character-not-just-consent/
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Yesterday, we hosted the fourth and final event in our 2026 Responsible Futuring series, exploring The Future of Communications and the Creative/Social Impact Industries.
Throughout the year, the series has brought together an inspiring group of parents, industry leaders, innovators and experts to share their experiences and insights with our students, opening their eyes to the possibilities that lie ahead.
Across four thought-provoking events, students have explored the future of Engineering and Technology; Business, Finance and Law; Medicine, Health and Psychology; and, finally, Communications and the Creative/Social Impact Industries.
Each conversation has offered a valuable opportunity to look beyond traditional career pathways, discover emerging opportunities, ask questions and gain practical advice from professionals working at the forefront of their fields.
More than simply exploring future careers, Responsible Futuring is about equipping our students with the knowledge, perspective and confidence to navigate an ever-changing world and make a positive contribution to society.
As a key pillar of our 2026–2035 Strategic Plan, the series reflects our commitment to preparing young people not just for life beyond school, but for the opportunities and challenges of the future.
A big thank you to all the panellists, parents and members of our community who generously shared their time, expertise and experiences throughout the series. Your insights have helped our students imagine what is possible and consider how they can shape the future.
#responsiblefuturing #standrewscathedralschool #FutureReady #EducationForTheFuture ... See MoreSee Less
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St Andrew's LEGO Robotics teams make competition debut!
For the first time, our LEGO Robotics Co-curricular group has competed in an official competition, marking an exciting milestone for the programme!
Our Year 5 and 6 students achieved fantastic results, with both teams taking home awards:
Team 1 – Breakthrough Award
Congratulations to Henry D, Jamie S, Lachlan L, Luke W and Oliver M, recognised for their progress in their first year and their exciting potential for the future.
Team 2 – Innovation Project Award
Well done to Brendan C, Tyson H, Aiden L, Andrew L, Alex M, Jaxton P, Ethan R, Max S and Elon Z, recognised for their innovative sustainability project and impressive design skills.
A wonderful achievement for our budding roboticists, who have set a fantastic benchmark for future St Andrew's Robotics teams!
A special thank you to Ms Isabella Hogan for coaching and organising the day, and Mr Dan Murray for his support.
Congratulations to all involved! ... See MoreSee Less
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Walking the talk and making a difference! 🧡
Yesterday, St Andrew’s Cathedral School was proud to be recognised at the annual Walk the Talk Awards, held at NSW Parliament House, for our commitment to promoting respectful relationships and taking meaningful action to help end domestic and family violence.
Through our Walk the Talk initiative, our students have been raising funds and supporting Aurora Place, a local women’s shelter providing safety, stability and support to women and children escaping violence.
A wonderful congratulations to our School Captains, Kiran and Hannah, and our Year 9 leaders, Meera and Ava, for their leadership, compassion and dedication to making a positive difference in our community.
The Walk the Talk initiative, delivered in partnership with Enlighten Education and Women’s Community Shelters, empowers young people to turn their understanding of respectful relationships into meaningful action.
We are incredibly proud of our students for putting their values into practice and helping create a future where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.
Because creating change starts with more than just talking about it – it starts with walking the talk. 💜
#WalkTheTalk #RespectfulRelationships #StAndrewsCathedralSchool #EndingDomesticViolence #StudentLeadership #CommunityImpact ... See MoreSee Less
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🌟 Celebrating Estee Stephenson!
We’re thrilled to celebrate our Acting Director of Learning (Academic Progress), Mrs Estee Stephenson, who has been named on The Educator Hot List 2026, recognising educators making a significant impact through leadership, innovation and a commitment to improving student outcomes. 🎉
Since joining St Andrew’s Cathedral School in 2015, Estee has dedicated her work to helping every student reach their potential. From establishing the Learning Skills programme and leading the Gifted Education Mentoring (GEM) programme, to co-leading Visible Literacy, her work has made a meaningful difference to students and teachers across our School.
Estee’s commitment to evidence-informed practice extends beyond the classroom. Having completed Masters degrees in Special Education and Gifted Education, she has recently submitted her doctoral thesis exploring how schools can strengthen gifted education through research-informed practice.
We’re incredibly proud of Estee and the contribution she continues to make to our students, staff and the wider education community.
Congratulations, Estee! 🌟
Read more here: www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/blog/2026/11/estee-stephenson-named-among-australias-leading-educators/
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St Andrew's Junior Theatresports are Grand Final bound!
Congratulations to our Junior Theatresports team, who took out first place in last Friday's semi-final to secure their spot in the 2026 Schools Challenge Grand Final!
The team impressed the judges with their creativity, quick thinking and improvisation, including a standout musical scene that sent the crowd wild!
Congratulations to the team and their coach, Ms Angelina Tornow, and thank you to everyone who helped along the way.
Come and cheer them on in the Grand Final, right here at St Andrew's Cathedral School!
Thursday 19 November, 7pm–8.30pm
Chapter House (doors open 6.30pm)
$15 adults and $10 students
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More St Andrew's students are making their mark in scientific research!
Congratulations to our Year 6 students Lauren E, Sophia T and Alegra M (Trash to Gas); Eliana W and Antares Q (Analysing Microplastic Velocity Across Freshwater to Saltwater Gradients); and Mairah K and Eleanor H (The Pot That Perspires), who have been selected to receive awards in the 2026 STANSW Young Scientist Competition.
Working independently, the students designed and conducted scientific investigations, analysed their findings and presented their research through formal scientific reports.
A special thank you to mentor teachers Ms Sally Williams and Ms Rebecca Radloff for guiding and supporting the students throughout their investigations.
The award recipients will be recognised at the Young Scientist Awards Ceremony at the University of Technology Sydney.
An outstanding achievement. Well done to all our young scientists! ... See MoreSee Less
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