Welcome to the 2026 School Year

As we begin the 2026 school year, we extend a warm welcome to our families, both those returning and those new to St Dominic’s Priory College. May the holiday period have offered time for rest, renewal, and connection, and the year ahead begin with a sense of optimism and confidence.

We commence the year guided by our theme Abundant Blessings, Blessed – Being a Blessing. This theme reminds us that education at St Dominic’s is about more than academic achievement alone; it is about formation, who our girls are becoming, how they come to understand themselves and others, and how they are encouraged to contribute generously and thoughtfully to the world.

Our first opportunity to gather as a community and celebrate our abundant blessings will be our Family Mass on Sunday 8 February.  We welcome new and returning families to join staff and students in celebrating the beginning of the 2026 school year.  Mass will begin in the College Hall at 9:30am, and be followed by Morning Tea. 

Much is unfolding in our world that invites strong opinion and debate. In these times, our Dominican tradition offers a steady foundation through discernment and dialogue, practices that teach our students to pause, listen deeply, and seek truth with humility and care. As a Catholic community, we trust that the Gospel continues to speak into every age, offering wisdom, compassion, and hope amid complexity.

At St Dominic’s, we hold firmly to what we know to be true: the inherent dignity of every person, the importance of seeking wisdom rather than noise, and the courage to act with integrity. These values shape the learning environments we create, the relationships we nurture, and the expectations we hold for ourselves and for our students. We do not seek to withdraw our girls from the world, but to prepare them to engage with it thoughtfully, confidently, and graciously.

Choosing a girls’ education is a significant and intentional decision. Your choice of St Dominic’s affirms your belief in the power of an environment where girls are encouraged to think deeply, lead courageously, and grow with confidence. Here, your daughters are known and valued as individuals, with their gifts, questions, and potential held carefully by staff who are deeply committed to their care and formation.