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A new face in History

A new face in History

Mr Briscoe is Santa Sabina College’s new Head of History. His passion for history has remained unabated since he was a small child learning about dinosaurs. From the spark of paleontology he moved on to prehistory and ultimately ancient and modern history via university and then his teaching career. His

14 March 2017

The X Factor in Drama

The X Factor in Drama

It is often said that an actor’s stage presence – or charisma – is innate and cannot be taught. Our new Head of Drama and Visual Arts, Ms Nicole Ellis-Windsor, however, believes otherwise. Last weekend she shared her expertise in this aspect of teaching with other drama educators on the

14 March 2017

Once On This Island Musical

Once On This Island Musical

  Santa Sabina College in partnership with St Mary’s Cathedral College presents a production of Once on This Island, a musical by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Tickets are selling fast – don’t miss out! ​ NIGHT 1 TICKETS Featuring Year 7 musical ensemble Friday 31 March 2017 Performance starts

10 March 2017

High Achievers Assembly

High Achievers Assembly

The High Achievers of Santa Sabina College’s Class of 2016 gathered back at school on Thursday 9 February for reunion, celebration and advice just prior to embarking on their tertiary study later this month.

10 February 2017

Tallong Open Day

Tallong Open Day

The annual open day for our Tallong Outdoor Education and Retreat Centre was enjoyed by many members of our community. Parents, students and staff enjoyed the facilities and the amazing hospitality of our Tallong staff.   [Show as slideshow]

7 February 2017

Santa at NASA

Santa at NASA

HASSE Senior Space School: Have a giant goal and believe in it During the Christmas holidays, the Alliance of Girls’ Schools Australasia sent 54 students from across Australia on an unforgettable journey to Senior Space School in the USA. The program, organised by iVicon and the Houston Association for Space

4 February 2017

Siena Centre Update

Siena Centre Update

Once students left for Christmas, the crew and the excavators moved in to break ground on Stage One of our brilliant new Siena Centre on the Senior Campus. Extensive progress ensued and we have already reached the lowest depth of the excavation for the dramatic new amphitheatre. The opening performance

4 February 2017

Japan Study Tour 2016

Japan Study Tour 2016

Day 1   The 2016 Japan Study tour commenced over the weekend and consisted of bonding time with our host family and a truly rewarding introduction to local Japanese culture. On Saturday (December 3rd), I woke up at 8:00am and made my way into the kitchen to help my

6 December 2016

STEM Symposium

STEM Symposium

The STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) are an identified high priority of the Australian Government as it seeks to drive productivity and economic growth in Australia.  In recognition of the importance of STEM, the Association of Independent Schools is supporting independent schools to develop innovative projects within and beyond the curriculum.  The TAS

28 November 2016

Solomon Islands Immersion 2016

Solomon Islands Immersion 2016

Our short time in the Solomon Islands so far has enriched and deepened our understanding of the world and cultures that surround us, and the lessons that can be learnt from people we could never of dreamed of meeting before.   When we first got off the plane in

27 September 2016

South Africa Immersion 2016

South Africa Immersion 2016

Day 1 Sydney to Tsakane When we pulled up to the airport on Friday morning we were feeling nervous and excited yet ready for what we had been preparing for for the last six months. South Africa here we come, next stop Johburg… So we thought. A late night protest by custom

26 September 2016