We are delighted to share the exceptional achievements of Santa Sabina’s graduating Class of 2025. These successes highlight the dedication of our students, teaching staff and the unwavering support from their families and friends. Each year, we aim for excellence, and these results showcase what can be accomplished through determination and hard work.
We are incredibly proud of our dux Michelle Indra with an IB score of 44 and ATAR of 99.6. Santa Sabina’s IB students continue to outperform global benchmarks, with the global IB average in 2025 sitting at 29.30, compared to our College’s average of 34.3. The IB offers an Enquiry Upon Results (EUR) process for students seeking reassessment, meaning our complete IB academic performance picture will be finalised in early 2026.
Warm congratulations also to Matilda Stephens who achieved the highest HSC ATAR of 99.3. Special congratulations to the following students who earned recognition as a Top All-Rounder for achieving Band 6 or equivalent across 10 units:
- Olivia Glass
- Tamara Jabbour
- Alessia Mancuso
- Matilda Stephens
- Savannah Vaccaro
The following students were named 2025 TOP ACHIEVERS for receiving a Place in Course:
- Eve Blanchard – 15th in the State in Mathematics Standard 2
- Caitlin Merrick – 5th in the State in Modern History
- Charlotte Salameh – 7th in the State in Mathematics Advanced (Accelerant)
- Matilda Stephens – 6th in the State in Modern History
Over half of the HSC cohort featured a total of 147 times on the HSC Top All-rounders List, which recognises students who achieved the highest performance band in 10 or more units in the HSC.
This year, 20 accelerants (Year 11) sat exams in Italian Continuers and Mathematics Advanced. We are especially proud of these students who achieved strong results.
Outstanding results were achieved in History Extension, with all students attaining the highest band, E4. HSIE continued to perform strongly across all courses, while Food Technology and Drama recorded excellent outcomes, with 42.85% of students achieving Band 6 results. Mathematics Advanced also delivered another solid year, with 32.07% of the cohort attaining Band 6. English Advanced saw 20% of the cohort achieve a Band 6.
Showcasing outstanding student work
Each year, the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) showcases outstanding student project work in a series of exhibitions and performances. The 2024 selections and nominations were:
Selected for ARTEXPRESS – Visual Arts
- Eva Kalotheos
Selected for Encore – Music 2
- Shea Oh – Musicology
Nominated for Encore – Music 2
- Minori Yoshimura – Performance
- Minori Yoshimura – Composition
Nominated for OnSTAGE – Drama
- Lucinda Slattery – Individual performance
- Amedea Khoury – Individual performance
- Lily Vincent – Individual performance
- Lucinda Slattery, Amedea Khoury, Lily Vincent, Bonnie Bayly – Group performance
Nominated for Shape – Design and Technology
- Valantia Antonakopoulos
- Olivia Chan
- Mia Papavramidis
Nominated for Shape – Textiles and Design
- Olivia Glass
At Santa Sabina College, we believe deeply in the capacity of every student to grow, achieve and pursue their personal best. Academic learning sits at the heart of our Dominican tradition, with Study as a central pillar that shapes the way our students engage deeply, think critically and apply their knowledge with purpose.
Alongside their academic journey, students are encouraged to explore and excel across the broader life of the College – through music, sport, the arts, leadership and cultural experiences that enrich their learning and develop confidence, creativity and character. This holistic approach ensures that learning extends well beyond the classroom and is embedded in everyday experiences and relationships.
Equally important is our commitment to service and active citizenship. Students are encouraged to contribute meaningfully to their communities and to the wider world.
The Class of 2025 has been a warm, cohesive and thoughtful cohort, known for their resilience, kindness and sense of responsibility. Their results reflect sustained effort, perseverance and care for their learning.
We extend my sincere thanks and congratulations to our Deputy Teaching and Learning Jacquelin Pugh, Director of Studies Lauren Imber and our Dean of IB Julie Harris, as well as our teachers and the entire staff, for their expertise, dedication and care. We also congratulate our students and families, who have journeyed together throughout their time at Santa Sabina.
