Why Santa Sabina?
Faith-based Holistic Education
A leading Catholic independent school in the Dominican tradition for over 130 years, Santa Sabina College grounds students in faith and inspires them to seek truth. Guided by the Dominican pillars of Prayer, Study, Community and Service, we provide a holistic education that nurtures each child’s intellectual, spiritual, physical and emotional development.
Our Strathfield campuses are set on extensive grounds in the vibrant inner west of Sydney, offering exceptional facilities and abundant space for every student to flourish.
Co-educational Primary Campus
Learning begins in infancy on our Primary Campus (Del Monte), where children in Mary Bailey House (our Early Education Centre), Prep and Kindergarten to Year 4 grow together in a co-educational environment. Supported by exceptional programs and specialist teachers, our youngest learners are encouraged to explore, discover and build strong foundations for lifelong learning.
Where Girls are Front and Centre
Our Gioia House precinct places girls front and centre in Years 5 and 6, providing an inspiring environment that prepares them for the secondary years ahead.
Broad Curriculum Choices
From Years 7 to 12, students are empowered to pursue their individual strengths through a broad choice of academic programs, including both the HSC and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. With a strong record of consistent academic success, our students are inspired to achieve at their personal best. All learners are supported through enrichment and diverse learning programs, ensuring every student is known, challenged and celebrated.
Academic results
Santa Sabina’s Class of 2025 achieved outstanding results, reflecting the dedication of students, staff and families. Dux Michelle Indra earned an IB score of 44 and ATAR of 99.6, while Matilda Stephens achieved the highest HSC ATAR of 99.3. The College’s IB average of 34.3 surpassed the global average of 29.3. Five students were named Top All-Rounders, and several achieved State rankings, including Caitlin Merrick (5th in Modern History) and Matilda Stephens (6th in Modern History). Over half the HSC cohort appeared on the Top All-Rounders list (147 mentions), with strong performances in History Extension (all E4), HSIE, Food Technology, Drama (42.85% Band 6), Mathematics Advanced (32.07% Band 6), and English Advanced (20% Band 6). Year 11 accelerants also excelled in Italian Continuers and Mathematics Advanced.
Outdoor Education Campus
Learning extends well beyond the classroom. Our Tallong Outdoor Education Campus in the Southern Highlands offers transformative experiences that build resilience and leadership opportunities.
Renowned Music Program
With one of the largest instrumental programs in the country, Santa Sabina College is widely recognised for its strong and inclusive music program, offering students rich opportunities to develop musical skill, confidence and creativity from Primary through to Secondary years. Music is embedded in the life of the College, with a comprehensive program that includes classroom music, instrumental tuition, ensembles, choirs and performance opportunities across a wide range of styles and traditions. Students are supported to participate at every level – whether discovering music for the first time or pursuing advanced performance pathways.
Beyond the Classroom
Our extensive Sport and co-curricular programs encourage teamwork, creativity and confidence, while Service Learning ensures students live out the Dominican call to justice and compassion in practical, meaningful ways.