National Playgroup Week! This week is National Playgroup Week! To celebrate, the SAC Playgroup, led by our Early Years Educator Olivia Spadavecchia, held a party🎉 The activities, dance session, singing and treats were enjoyed by all. We thank our playgroup families who join us each Thursday morning, and our wonderful Facilitator Olivia for making the […]

From the Secondary Sport Coordinator Sporting Update – Term 2 & 3 Term 1 sport is approaching its final weeks, with 3 more rounds to be played for basketball, touch football, tennis and volleyball. Water polo will go through until Week 11. A reminder that all sport absences (including trainings) are to be communicated via […]

From the Music Department On Wednesday 12 March, the evening air was filled with the enchanting sounds of music as the Sounds of City Schools outdoor event took centre stage. Held at St Mary’s College, the event showcased the exceptional talent of music performers from SAC, St Mary’s, and CBC. Attendees were treated to fabulous performances from a range of […]

St Aloysius College is proud to unveil plans for a state-of-the-art, multi-level primary school building in the heart of Adelaide. This exciting development was designed in collaboration with students, teachers and leading architects at Grieve Gillett Architects and Hayball, and will provide an innovative and dynamic learning environment tailored to the needs of our youngest […]

Outstanding Achievements Congratulations to Year 10 students Gianna and Saachi, who featured in The Advertiser article, ‘Meet 20 of South Australia’s top debaters and find out how the school hobby is setting them up for life.’ Both Gianna and Saachi have experienced great success in debating for SAC by coming Runner Up in the 2024 Grand Final, with team-mates Evie, Leila […]

Peer Support Program Nurtures Strong Connections Mercy Light: Connecting When Angelique and Sienna, two Year 10 Peer Support Leaders, greet a room of their younger peers before commencing their second Peer Support session, they do so with a presence of ease and warmth that would convince any observer they’ve been doing this for years. What […]

From the English Faculty Luka Lesson Inspires Year 12s: A Masterclass in Spoken Word Poetry Spoken word poet, Luka Lesson, visited SAC as part of his season in Adelaide. The Year 12s enjoyed Luka’s work, which was at times humorous, at times reflective, and always engaging. While the benefits for students of English were clear, […]

Mercy Light: Connecting When Angelique and Sienna, two Year 10 Peer Support Leaders, greet a room of their younger peers before commencing their second Peer Support session, they do so with a presence of ease and warmth that would convince any observer they’ve been doing this for years. What makes for an excellent Peer Support […]

From the Drama Department THE FRINGE COMES TO SAC! Celebrating 70 years of its publication and 30 since its first performance, Guy Masterson’s globally renowned solo adaptation of Orwell’s barnyard masterpiece, Animal Farm, was performed by the brilliant Sam Blythe in the SAC Drama Theatre. The set couldn’t have been more simple – a bale of […]

From the Science Coordinator Creating a Terrarium: A Hands-On Model of an Ecosystem In a recent science practical, students constructed their own terrariums to explore and understand the components of an ecosystem. By building these miniature ecosystems, they will gain valuable insights into the delicate balance between living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) factors that work together […]

Let’s add some colour to our cause! ❤️ 💛 💚 💙 💜 ❤️ 💛 💚 💙 💜 ❤️ 💛 💚 💙 💜 ❤️ 💛 💚 💙 💜 Join the excitement and fundraising for the 2025 SAC Colour Fun Run! Every dollar raised will support Mercy projects, including Catherine House, the Adelaide Day Centre, and the […]

From the Principal – Issue #5, 2025 Dear Parents/Guardians, Friends & Students of SAC, As we pass the halfway mark of the term, many students have been busy applying what they have learnt to assessment tasks, designed to enable them to show what they know and can do across a range of subjects. The NAPLAN […]

From the Deputy Principal (Teaching and Learning) Australian students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 participate in the annual National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) tests in Reading, Writing, Conventions of Language (spelling, grammar, punctuation) and Numeracy. Students will undertake all tests online, except for the Year 3 Writing test, which will […]

From the Secondary Sport Coordinator Term 1 Sport Update Term 1 Summer sport has well and truly kicked off! Despite Round 2 being cancelled due to heat, teams have had a successful start to the season. We’re also excited for the Water Polo season to kick off next Thursday. A reminder that there are no […]

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GLOW AND TELL – An Interactive Light-filled Storytelling Adventure Blending the magic of light and simplicity of storytelling, our Year 3 students were placed at the centre of this engaging interactive experience right here at SAC. Using UV light in a custom-built tent, the classroom was transformed into an intimate performance space where stories and […]

Stage 1 Outdoor Education Students Begin Practical Climbing Experience Stage 1 Outdoor Education students participated in an introductory course to begin the practical component of their AT2 Safe Climbing assignment. Students spent time developing confidence in their climbing skills as well as learning about ropes and knots, safety harnesses and belaying devices. The class are now looking […]

From the Music Department An Unforgettable Music Camp The recent Music Camp for our secondary Music ensembles, held at the picturesque Nunyara in Belair, was a resounding success. Over 100 enthusiastic students attended the two-day camp, making it a memorable weekend filled with music, camaraderie, and fun. Throughout the camp, students dedicated themselves to intensive […]

From the Religious Education Coordinator (Primary) Primary school students celebrated Shrove Tuesday by enjoying some pancakes with their class on March 4. Traditionally during Lent, Christians would give up rich foods such as butter, eggs and sugar. Shrove Tuesday was the last chance to eat these foods – and what better way to do so […]

From the Justice and Mercy Coordinator JAM News It has been a great joy to see so many students eagerly engaging with Justice and Mercy initiatives at SAC! With loyal JAM participants from past years returning to the group, and newer faces in our midst, it’s shaping up to be a great year of learning, […]

From the OSHC Director Access to OSHC Fobs – At SAC OSHC we are committed to providing a safe environment and best possible care for your daughters. To support this endeavour, we are now locking the front entrance to the OSHC building. Parents and caregivers, with collection authority, can access the building by using a […]

STEM Leaders officially launched the 2025 STEM Club with a GRAND OPENING Last week, students had a great time exploring a world of exciting, mind-blowing activities at the official launch of the STEM Club. The activities included bubble challenges, a Jelly bean bar, a fun photo booth, and amazing prizes were won! The STEM Club […]

From the Principal – Issue #4, 2025 Dear Parents/Guardians, Friends & Students of SAC, Whilst furthering opportunities for girls and young women through education defines our purpose at SAC every day, International Women’s Day and the surrounding events cast light on gender equality and the status of women in today’s world. A recent research project […]

From the International Students Coordinator Cultural Exchange in Action Japanese short-term international students, Akari and Aika, from 10NR (Ms Romanelli and Mr Frezza’s home class), gave a wonderful presentation on Japanese culture. They shared insights into traditions, customs, and daily life in Japan, engaging their classmates with interesting facts. As part of their presentation, they also led […]

From the International Students Coordinator Exploring Aussie Wildlife International students from China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam, including both short-term and long-term students across various year levels, recently enjoyed a trip to Gorge Wildlife Park. They had the chance to see and interact with Australia’s unique wildlife, including koalas and kangaroos. It was a fun and […]

Mercy Light: Connecting Reconciliation is a term most people are familiar with in the context of Australian cultural relations. The Oxford Dictionary states that to reconcile is ‘the restoration of friendly relations’. SAC’s commitment to reconciliation is deeper, reinforced by its decades-long history of supporting First Nations initiatives, and Principals who have demonstrated great support […]

Spreading the Love at SAC The spirit of love was in full swing on Friday the 14th of February as the Year 12 SRC Executive shared thoughtful, hand-written, heart-shaped notes, spreading kindness to their fellow students. The Reception students also joined in with their own Valentine’s activities, filling the day with joy. In addition, the […]

Weaving Connections Through Reflection and Creativity The Year 7 Retreat was a day of reflection, creativity, and new friendships, all centred around the theme of connections. Through hands-on activities, experiences, and moments of quiet contemplation, students discovered the importance of coming together as a group and building new connections. Students each created a symbol of connection […]

Introducing Our Primary Leaders! SAC’s youngest leaders were officially introduced during last week’s Primary Leadership Assembly. We look forward to seeing each student shine as they bring their unique gifts, talents, and perspectives to their roles of responsibility. Enjoy some snapshots of their special moment.

From the Careers Department Work Experience 2025 At this time of the year all students in Year 10 are preparing to secure placements for work experience. Work Experience is a wonderful opportunity for students to gain an insight into the world of work and provides some unique possibilities for personal development. We invite families and […]

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Justice and Mercy News   It has been a busy start to the year for all things JAM! On Thursday 13 February, secondary students commemorated the Anniversary of the Apology to the Stolen Generations. Classes reflected on the moments that led to the historic speech as well as the continued journey of Reconciliation we take […]

Year 9 Art Students Take Creativity to the Next Level Within Year 9 Art and Design, students have been exploring both historical and contemporary perfume bottles to help inform their own functional ceramic bottle design. Recently, the girls completed their market research by venturing into Rundle Mall. They thoroughly enjoyed being able to explore and compare the physical qualities of […]

From the Catherine McAuley Library Library Lovers’ Week: Celebrating Stories, Community and Our Beloved Catherine McAuley Library! Library Lovers’ Week is a celebration of libraries, librarians and anyone who loves their library! Our Catherine McAuley Library is a special place, and the acknowledgement of this week reminds us how grateful we are to have this resource […]

St Aloysius College committed in supporting their students in STEM In January 2025 Charlotte Delaere attended the prestigious National Youth Science Forum (NYSF).  The NYSF is a nine-day residential program at The Australian National University in Canberra designed to inspire and engage Year 12 students in Australia who have a passion for science, technology, engineering, and […]

Year 6 Migration Museum Excursion Our Year 6 students recently visited the Migration Museum, where they explored the diverse backgrounds of Australians and learned about the reasons behind migration. One of the key lessons from the excursion was understanding the reasons why people migrate to Australia. The museum’s interactive displays and personal stories shed light […]

Rocking Science: Year 3’s Exciting Exploration of Rocks and Minerals! Learning about rocks and minerals in Year 3 science is an exciting adventure which took us to the Science Lab for the first time! Students discover how different types of rocks are formed and explore the unique properties of various minerals. They get to examine […]

Year 4 Students Celebrate DreamBIG Festival with Vibrant Artwork Year 4 students celebrated the 50th birthday of the DreamBIG Children’s Festival by creating vibrant artwork inspired by the theme, “I was, I am, I will be.” Using crayon wash techniques, students reflected on their past, present, and future. One side of their bunting depicted symbols from their […]

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From the Languages Coordinator Happy Lunar New Year and welcome to the Year of the Snake! Happy Lunar New Year and welcome to the Year of the Snake! This sign of the Chinese zodiac represents a sharp intelligence and an analytical mind, with a natural intuition. The Year of the Snake offers opportunities for transformation, […]

SAC’s Reconciliation Action Plan is Ready for 2025 Mercy Light: Connecting Reconciliation is a term most people are familiar with in the context of Australian cultural relations. The Oxford Dictionary states that to reconcile is ‘the restoration of friendly relations’. SAC’s commitment to reconciliation is deeper, reinforced by its decades-long history of supporting First Nations […]

From the Principal – Issue #3, 2025 Dear Parents/Guardians, Friends & Students of SAC, The Dux Assembly is always a highlight of the Term 1 Calendar. This is not because Year 12 is more important than any other year of education; rather, it is the culmination of a journey that provides a moment to stop […]

Cast your eyes across any schoolyard in Australia during the first morning of a school year, and you’ll likely notice similar happenings: new students, nervously peering around their environment. Perhaps you’ll observe people with tear-glazed eyes – a swell of nerves, pride and anticipation for the coming year. Excited friends and classmates eagerly reconnect after […]

From the SAC Uniform Shop The Uniform Shop now has extended trading hours for Term 1. Shop Hour: SCHOOL HOLIDAY HOURS: We have a large selection of second-hand items available while stocks last, and all new stock is plentiful. Uniforms can also be purchased from our Online Shop. For full uniform fittings and to make an […]

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From the Secondary Sport Coordinator Sport begins for 2025! I’m very excited to be welcoming some new and familiar faces to the Secondary Sport program this year! Proudly led by mostly old scholars and teaching staff, our teams are set to commence trainings and games next week  (Week 3). Volleyball, Tennis, Touch Football & Basketball […]

From the Catherine McAuley Library Join the ‘Read 25 in 25’ Challenge: A Year of Reading, Growth, and Inspiration! The library staff have felt inspired by author Gretchen Rubin’s reading challenge for this year. Author of The Happiness Project, and other books on positive habits, happiness and human nature, Rubin has issued the challenge to ‘Read […]

From the Music Department Unlock Your Musical Potential! Are you passionate about music? Do you dream of playing an instrument, singing in a choir, or rocking out with a band? Look no further! SAC offers a vibrant co-curricular music program that caters to all musical interests. Whether you’re a budding musician or an experienced performer, […]