Welcome to St Mary’s College, Ipswich

I want to extend a heartfelt welcome to everyone in our St Mary’s College community—especially those joining us for the first time. I hope you quickly feel the sense of belonging and shared purpose that makes our College such a special place.

With 163 years of Mercy tradition behind us, St Mary’s College continues to shape young women of strength, curiosity and compassion just as Catherine McAuley and the Sisters of Mercy envisioned. Our core values of respect, integrity, compassion, courage, hospitality and wisdom are woven into everything we do, grounded in the teachings of Catherine McAuley and the teachings of Jesus.

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Discover the St Mary's College difference

Enrolment

Are you ready to enrol your daughter? We are pleased to offer an online enrolment process. Once your application has been submitted, our Enrolments Officer will contact you to arrange an interview with your daughter and you.

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Life at SMC

At St Mary's College, all students are challenged to become confident and creative individuals, and succesful lifelong learners who strive for excellence, through contemporary and innovative learning opportunities.

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Faith & Mission

With Jesus and Mary as our models, St Mary's College provides a quality holistic education in a caring Catholic community.

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