What does it mean to belong to the Santa Maria community long after graduation? Mary Heavens reflects on alumni connection, Mercy values, and why compassion, respect, service and courage still shape life, leadership and community in today’s world.
Presidents Report – June 2026 Read More »
Term 2 closed with plenty to celebrate, from student exhibitions and reflection days to House spirit at the Athletics Carnival and Girls4Girls fundraising. This fortnightly wrap captures the learning, generosity and community moments that made the end of term so memorable.
Weekly Wrap Up – Term 2, Weeks 9 & 10 Read More »
Water became the starting point for something much bigger as Year 7 students explored justice, sustainability and shared responsibility through the SEEK7 emPOWER Project. See how their ideas, teamwork and creative thinking will come to life at the SEEK7 Exhibition on 24 June.
SEEK7 Explores a World Shaped by Water Read More »
Girls4Girls Day at Santa Maria College is a student-led fundraising day that supports Mercy Works programs for girls in Papua New Guinea. The event combines community activities such as free dress, a bake sale, a sausage sizzle and a staff versus student match with a clear focus on justice and service. Funds raised help support girls’ education, safety and opportunity.
Girls4Girls Day Brought Pink, Purpose and Plenty of Heart Read More »
Year 5 spent Term 2 exploring what it means to share the planet through wetlands visits, biodiversity workshops, creative projects and student presentations. See how Fearless5 helped the girls turn curiosity into practical action for sustainability.
Sharing The Planet Through Fearless5 Read More »
Reflection Days at Santa Maria College help students explore faith, identity, relationships and purpose in age-appropriate ways. Years 7, 8 and 11 students engage in reflection, discussion and activities focused on personal growth, social justice and leadership through service. These experiences support spiritual, emotional and personal development throughout their school journey.
Reflection Days – A Journey of Faith, Identity and Growth Read More »
The CIGS Annual Foursomes Golf Event for Alumni is a golf day for alumni of participating independent girls’ schools in Western Australia. Santa Maria College alumni are invited to take part on Monday 21 September 2026 at Mt Lawley Golf Club. Players need to be alumni of a participating school and hold a current Golflink number. Register interest with Nina Howie by the end of July.
Calling Santa Maria Alumni Golfers for the 2026 CIGS Annual Foursomes Event Read More »
House pride was on full display at the 2026 Interhouse Athletics Carnival, as students from Years 5 to 12 gave their all in a full day of track, field and novelty events.
The 2026 Interhouse Athletics Carnival Read More »
Five Santa Maria girls planted 540 native understory plants at Blackwall Reach Reserve, turning a Sunday morning into practical action for the environment.
Eco Sisters Put Justice Into Action At Blackwall Reach Reserve Read More »
Santa Maria girls showed determination, courage and strong team spirit at the JIGSSA and IGSSA Cross Country Carnival at Alderbury Reserve on Monday 15 June.
Strong Results at the JIGSSA and IGSSA Cross Country Carnival Read More »
A visit to Hancock Iron Ore’s Remote Operations Centre gave Year 10 students a practical look at STEM careers in action, from environmental science to operations and data. It is the kind of experience that helps girls ask a bigger question: could this be part of my future?
What a Mining Excursion Can Show a Year 10 About Her Future Read More »
From sustainability projects and biodiversity learning to Interhouse High Jump and Outreach Mass, this week reflected the energy and care of life at Santa Maria College. See how students engaged in service, creativity, collaboration and action across the College community.
Weekly Wrap Up – Term 2, Week 8 Read More »
Meet the new faces helping care for students at Santa Maria College, with warmth, experience, and a strong commitment to wellbeing. Get to know Katrina Campbell-Sloan and Milly Birchmore, and learn how their work helps girls feel safe, supported, and understood.
Meet the Newest Members of our Wellbeing Team Read More »
Year 6 girls made their mark at the Winter Games, bringing home multiple pennants and showing terrific teamwork across Term 2. From netball to basketball, this was a season full of growth, confidence and school pride worth celebrating.
The Year 6s Win Pennants at the 2026 Winter Games Read More »
Our Year 12 ATAR Biology students stepped beyond the classroom at Perth Zoo, observing living systems and seeing key concepts from Units 3 and 4 in action. From fieldwork to close animal observations, the excursion made complex biological processes more immediate and meaningful.
Year 12 Biology Steps Beyond the Classroom Read More »
From student performances and public speaking to service initiatives, sport and Year 12 celebrations, this week’s wrap up captures the energy of life at Santa Maria College. See how students are growing in confidence, compassion, leadership and community spirit across the College.
Weekly Wrap Up – Week 6 & 7, Term 2 Read More »
Halfway Day gave our Year 12 students a chance to pause, reflect and celebrate how far they have come in their final year at Santa Maria College. From friendship and growth to leadership and gratitude, this milestone captured what makes the Class of 2026 so special.
A Milestone Worth Celebrating – Halfway Day 2026 Read More »
A new display in McDonald Hall is bringing Santa Maria’s sporting story into view, celebrating IGSSA pennants and the students whose commitment has shaped College sport. It is a meaningful way to honour participation, dedication and the pride of representing the College.
New Honour Boards Celebrate Sporting Success and Commitment Read More »
Year 11 and 12 students stepped into workplaces across education, fitness, animal care, beauty and more, putting their skills into practice beyond the classroom. Their placements offered real insight into future pathways while building confidence, initiative and professionalism.
Years 11 and 12 Work Placements: Learning in the Real World Read More »
Creativity, curiosity and service are on show across the College, from mushroom collages and forensic science to hockey skills and habitat dioramas. See how students are learning in hands-on, thoughtful ways that build confidence, compassion and connection.
Weekly Wrap Up – Term 2, Week 5 Read More »
Courage showed up early at Yokine as Santa Maria students from Years 5 to 12 took on the 2026 SSWA Cross Country Carnivals. Read how our girls approached both days with resilience, team spirit and the kind of determination that lasts well beyond the finish line.
The School Sport WA Cross Country Carnivals Read More »
This week at Santa Maria College, students took part in a wide range of creative, academic and co-curricular experiences. Highlights included fresh pasta making in Cook Ups, flower collages in Makers Studio, Years 7 and 8 Endzone Interhouse Games, a Year 9 Marine Science showcase for Year 5 students, and Year 11 ACCESS presentations exploring alternative career pathways. The week reflected strong student engagement, collaboration and leadership across the College.
Weekly Wrap Up – Term 2, Week 4 Read More »
Before Year 11 General students begin work placement next week, they spent the morning hearing career stories, asking practical questions, and preparing for the move from school to workplace. It was a thoughtful, hands-on start that built confidence for what comes next.
Year 11 General Students Prepare For Work Placement Read More »
Year 9 Marine Science took a different turn this week as students stepped up to teach Year 5 girls in the Superlab. Their six-minute lessons built knowledge, confidence and connection, showing how much deeper learning becomes when students are trusted to lead.
Year 9 Marine Science Showcase Read More »
Year 6 camp at Cahoots Adventure Camp gave the girls a few unforgettable days of challenge, laughter and growing confidence. From high ropes and archery to movie night and shared free time, it was a week full of small wins, stronger friendships and stories they will keep retelling.
The 2026 Year 6 Camp Read More »
Boarders Week, science discovery, Year 6 Camp and Mother’s Day celebrations made this a joyful week at Santa Maria College. See how students embraced leadership, curiosity and connection through experiences that brought our community together across campus.
Weekly Wrap Up – Term 2, Week 3 Read More »
National Boarding Week at Santa Maria College highlights the story of Grace and Clare, two sisters from De Grey Station near Port Hedland. Their experience shows how students from remote areas adapt to boarding life while bringing resilience, perspective and strong community spirit. The article explores their station upbringing, the challenges they have faced, and the support they have found in boarding.
From Pilbara Cyclones to Boarding School, Clare and Grace’s Story Read More »
School holidays can look very different for boarding students from rural communities. Mackenzie, a Year 7 boarder from Three Springs, spends her time at home helping on her family farm, caring for animals and taking on responsibilities that reflect a strong sense of independence. Her story shows how those experiences shape the resilience, perspective and quiet capability boarders bring to school life.
A Different Kind of School Holidays, Mackenzie’s Boarding Story Read More »
A new favourite in Years 5 and 6, Makers Studio is giving girls a joyful way to create, experiment, and build confidence after school each Tuesday. From chalk portraits to pastel landscapes and paper insects, every session brings colour, curiosity, and hands on fun.
A Space to Create – Welcome to the Makers Studio Read More »
Tents, meals, boats and beach life made this Year 11 Shark Bay expedition a genuine hands-on challenge. From sailing and fishing to camp craft and teamwork, the girls built confidence, adaptability and practical outdoor skills in one of WA’s most memorable settings.
The 2026 Year 11 Sea Trek Expedition in Shark Bay Read More »
