On World Teachers’ Day, we celebrate the heart of our School - our teachers.
For 140 years, St Andrew’s Cathedral School has been shaped by expert teaching, inspiring generations of students to learn with curiosity, confidence and care.
Today we honour the dedication and passion of our teachers.
A huge congratulations to seven of our students Dennis Cosmetatos, Riley Dunlop, Xinyi Lin, Sofia Stevens, Joe Foster, Kiera Munzone and Max Nairn on their nominations for SHAPE!
This is another record-breaking number of nominations alongside our ENCORE nominees!
SHAPE is an annual exhibition of exemplary major projects developed by HSC Design and Technology, Industrial Technology and Textiles students. These students have worked tirelessly on their TAS major works, and we are so pleased that their projects have been recognised.
Students selected for the SHAPE showcase will be notified in December, with the exhibition being held at in the foyer of Building 1, UTS Main Campus from 16 March to 11 April 2026. ... See MoreSee Less
Redefining what it means to be a high school scientist
With a 3D printer, a force sensor and a hair dryer, Year 12 IB Physics student Owen Davies successfully replicated experiments on rocket nose cone design originally performed by NASA in multi-million-dollar wind tunnel facilities.
“To see a student produce results that align so closely with these outcomes shows just how far our students are stretching their scientific capabilities with real experimental ingenuity,” said Dr Andrew McGonigle, Scientist in Residence, who previously contracted for NASA.
His achievement is one of many recent successes in Science at St Andrew’s Cathedral School. From Arabella Simpson’s coding project at PyConAU, to Amelia Woodyatt’s award-winning biomedical research at Macquarie University, to three Year 11 students reaching the finals of the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition, our students are making their mark nationally and globally.
This week we farewelled our Class of 2025, our 140th graduating cohort, a remarkable group of young people marking the end of 13 years of schooling and the beginning of new horizons.
Their final days were filled with tradition, laughter and reflection: playful pranks and tunes by Year 12 band ‘Paygrade’, a chalk mural farewell and Picnic Day in the spring sunshine. At Valedictory, families, friends and staff gathered to celebrate their growth and cheer them into the next chapter, before the Year 12 Formal offered a night of elegance, music and memories.
The Valedictory service was marked by powerful words from Head of School Dr Julie McGonigle, graduating student Harper Scilly, parent Gina Agresti and teacher Ms Rebecca Burgess.
Dr McGonigle said, “We told you the great life story of human dignity and significance, of moral responsibility, accountability and hope and of the power of community and you told that story back to us with beauty and vulnerability, with depth and maturity (and a whole lot of fun along the way!). So, now, you are ready. Ready to write the next chapter of this great story, ready to join those that have gone before you from this place and to tell this powerful story to the world remembering that in navy and white we always choose light.”
To our Year 12s: thank you for your leadership, your laughter and the legacy you leave. As you head into your final exams, know that we are praying for you and cheering you on. This is not the end, but the beginning – and you will always have a home here.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11 ... See MoreSee Less
Love this school. If you can afford it your kids stand a good chance at the future.
A record-breaking ENCORE result!
We are thrilled to announce that William Bootes, Joshua Chin, Natasha Wai Shan Chun, Amali Cooray, Emily Dries, Elijah Gilchrist, Ryan Sim and Liam Sullivan have been nominated for ENCORE! This year is the largest number of ENCORE nominations in our history!
ENCORE is a showcase of outstanding music performances and written compositions from HSC Music students. Congrats to both the students and their teachers!
Further details on final selections will be available soon, with the event taking place at the Sydney Opera House on Monday 2 March 2026. Being nominated for an HSC Music Showcase is an incredible achievement and we wish all our nominated students the best of luck. ... See MoreSee Less
Entries for this year’s Andrean Awards and Junior Andrean Awards close on Monday 20 October (Week 1, Term 4).
Whether you’re a budding writer, artist, designer or composer, this is your chance to showcase your creativity and be recognised as an Andrean of the Year in your category.
Please follow the link in our bio for more information on submissions.
Don’t miss the opportunity to have your creativity celebrated in our 140th year! ... See MoreSee Less
St Andrew’s Cathedral School has been named Five Star Best School by The Educator, affirming the School’s commitment to providing the best possible educational experience for its students.
Our School holds deep convictions about the value of each child – believing that every student is precious, deeply loved by God and uniquely gifted for a purpose. This belief underpins everything the School does, from academic programmes to student wellbeing.
The Best School report recognises Australia’s best educators from the perspective of care, culture and commitment. Schools were measured using a combination of factors, including academic performance, student progress and well-being, extracurricular offerings, teacher satisfaction and post-school outcomes.
It is an honour to be acknowledged in this report and as a school we are proud to be recognised as a learning community that supports and nurtures the strengths of each individual child.��
No surprises there - so very well deserved - congratulations 🙌
Well deserved. Congratulations 🎉
Gold in spirit and on the track
Congratulations to Sophie Dimitrov (Year 10) on her incredible achievements at the CIS Athletics Carnival on Tuesday, taking out gold in both the 100m and 200m events.
Already qualified for NSW All Schools, Sophie chose to step up at CIS to proudly represent St Andrew’s Cathedral School - showing not only her athletic talent, but her commitment, integrity and pride in our School community.
Hearing her name called as CIS Champion at Sydney Olympic Park was a moment of pride for everyone: a reminder of the spirit and strength that shines through our students.
Well done Sophie, a true role model on and off the track! ... See MoreSee Less
Are you missing Fair in the Square?
We are too. Relive the colour, laughter and community spirit of the day with our highlights video - and read more about what it meant to our School community here: www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/blog/2025/10/fair-in-the-square-brings-140-years-of-community-spirit-to-life/ ... See MoreSee Less
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On World Teachers’ Day, we celebrate the heart of our School - our teachers.
For 140 years, St Andrew’s Cathedral School has been shaped by expert teaching, inspiring generations of students to learn with curiosity, confidence and care.
Today we honour the dedication and passion of our teachers.
Happy World Teachers’ Day! ... See MoreSee Less
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Tip top SHAPE!
A huge congratulations to seven of our students Dennis Cosmetatos, Riley Dunlop, Xinyi Lin, Sofia Stevens, Joe Foster, Kiera Munzone and Max Nairn on their nominations for SHAPE!
This is another record-breaking number of nominations alongside our ENCORE nominees!
SHAPE is an annual exhibition of exemplary major projects developed by HSC Design and Technology, Industrial Technology and Textiles students. These students have worked tirelessly on their TAS major works, and we are so pleased that their projects have been recognised.
Students selected for the SHAPE showcase will be notified in December, with the exhibition being held at in the foyer of Building 1, UTS Main Campus from 16 March to 11 April 2026. ... See MoreSee Less
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Congrats everyone 👏
Redefining what it means to be a high school scientist
With a 3D printer, a force sensor and a hair dryer, Year 12 IB Physics student Owen Davies successfully replicated experiments on rocket nose cone design originally performed by NASA in multi-million-dollar wind tunnel facilities.
“To see a student produce results that align so closely with these outcomes shows just how far our students are stretching their scientific capabilities with real experimental ingenuity,” said Dr Andrew McGonigle, Scientist in Residence, who previously contracted for NASA.
His achievement is one of many recent successes in Science at St Andrew’s Cathedral School. From Arabella Simpson’s coding project at PyConAU, to Amelia Woodyatt’s award-winning biomedical research at Macquarie University, to three Year 11 students reaching the finals of the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition, our students are making their mark nationally and globally.
Read the full story here: www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/blog/2025/10/science-students-make-their-mark-on-national-and-global-stages/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Brilliant stuff Owen!
Amazing!
Nice
Crossing the bridge together
This week we farewelled our Class of 2025, our 140th graduating cohort, a remarkable group of young people marking the end of 13 years of schooling and the beginning of new horizons.
Their final days were filled with tradition, laughter and reflection: playful pranks and tunes by Year 12 band ‘Paygrade’, a chalk mural farewell and Picnic Day in the spring sunshine. At Valedictory, families, friends and staff gathered to celebrate their growth and cheer them into the next chapter, before the Year 12 Formal offered a night of elegance, music and memories.
The Valedictory service was marked by powerful words from Head of School Dr Julie McGonigle, graduating student Harper Scilly, parent Gina Agresti and teacher Ms Rebecca Burgess.
Dr McGonigle said, “We told you the great life story of human dignity and significance, of moral responsibility, accountability and hope and of the power of community and you told that story back to us with beauty and vulnerability, with depth and maturity (and a whole lot of fun along the way!). So, now, you are ready. Ready to write the next chapter of this great story, ready to join those that have gone before you from this place and to tell this powerful story to the world remembering that in navy and white we always choose light.”
To our Year 12s: thank you for your leadership, your laughter and the legacy you leave. As you head into your final exams, know that we are praying for you and cheering you on. This is not the end, but the beginning – and you will always have a home here.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11 ... See MoreSee Less
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Love this school. If you can afford it your kids stand a good chance at the future.
A record-breaking ENCORE result!
We are thrilled to announce that William Bootes, Joshua Chin, Natasha Wai Shan Chun, Amali Cooray, Emily Dries, Elijah Gilchrist, Ryan Sim and Liam Sullivan have been nominated for ENCORE! This year is the largest number of ENCORE nominations in our history!
ENCORE is a showcase of outstanding music performances and written compositions from HSC Music students. Congrats to both the students and their teachers!
Further details on final selections will be available soon, with the event taking place at the Sydney Opera House on Monday 2 March 2026. Being nominated for an HSC Music Showcase is an incredible achievement and we wish all our nominated students the best of luck. ... See MoreSee Less
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Go Miss SzuYu Chloe Chen!!
Brilliant students- and a brilliant and encouraging music department!
SO proud. Not even my kids!
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Final call for entries
Entries for this year’s Andrean Awards and Junior Andrean Awards close on Monday 20 October (Week 1, Term 4).
Whether you’re a budding writer, artist, designer or composer, this is your chance to showcase your creativity and be recognised as an Andrean of the Year in your category.
Please follow the link in our bio for more information on submissions.
Don’t miss the opportunity to have your creativity celebrated in our 140th year! ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
St Andrew’s Cathedral School has been named Five Star Best School by The Educator, affirming the School’s commitment to providing the best possible educational experience for its students.
Our School holds deep convictions about the value of each child – believing that every student is precious, deeply loved by God and uniquely gifted for a purpose. This belief underpins everything the School does, from academic programmes to student wellbeing.
The Best School report recognises Australia’s best educators from the perspective of care, culture and commitment. Schools were measured using a combination of factors, including academic performance, student progress and well-being, extracurricular offerings, teacher satisfaction and post-school outcomes.
It is an honour to be acknowledged in this report and as a school we are proud to be recognised as a learning community that supports and nurtures the strengths of each individual child.��
Find out more: www.sacs.nsw.edu.au/blog/2025/09/st-andrews-cathedral-school-a-place-unlike-any-other/ ... See MoreSee Less
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No surprises there - so very well deserved - congratulations 🙌
Well deserved. Congratulations 🎉
Gold in spirit and on the track
Congratulations to Sophie Dimitrov (Year 10) on her incredible achievements at the CIS Athletics Carnival on Tuesday, taking out gold in both the 100m and 200m events.
Already qualified for NSW All Schools, Sophie chose to step up at CIS to proudly represent St Andrew’s Cathedral School - showing not only her athletic talent, but her commitment, integrity and pride in our School community.
Hearing her name called as CIS Champion at Sydney Olympic Park was a moment of pride for everyone: a reminder of the spirit and strength that shines through our students.
Well done Sophie, a true role model on and off the track! ... See MoreSee Less
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Go SACS!
Well done Sophie !!!