Below are some questions prospective parents often ask about the College. If your questions haven’t been answered below, we encourage you to contact our Head of Admissions at [email protected]

1. What is the average class size at Santa Maria College?

At Santa Maria College, we prioritise personalised attention with our highly conducive average class sizes. In Years 5 & 6, classes have around 24-25 students. In Years 7 – 9, the number slightly increases to approximately 24 – 26 students. Class sizes in Years 10 – 12 vary depending on the subjects chosen but typically have fewer than 24 students. You can read more about the impact of smaller sizes here.

2. How much does it cost to send a child to Santa Maria College?

Our annual fees range from approximately $9,000 to $17,600. For a more detailed look at our fees and charges click here

3. Does Santa Maria College implement streaming in certain subjects and year levels?

We don’t stream students in Years 5 – 7. However, we do implement streaming in Maths for Years 8 – 10 to better tailor learning experiences.

4. What are the library hours at Santa Maria College?

Our library is open from 7.30 am to 6.00 pm from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, it closes earlier at 3.45 pm. To find out more about our amazing library, click here.

5. Is academic assistance provided at Santa Maria College?

Absolutely. Academic support through our curriculum help sessions is available for all year groups in Maths, Science and English. Our Years 5 and 6 students can also take advantage of Study Buddies. While our UpGrade program is available for students to work on various skills, at their own pace. For a more detailed look into the academic support offered at our school, click here.

6. What is the daily structure at Santa Maria College?

Our day is built around a six-period schedule, starting with Homeroom each morning. To keep things dynamic, we alternate between Week A and Week B timetables. Click here for a glimpse into a day at Santa Maria College

7. Is Catholicism mandatory to attend Santa Maria College?

While we are a Catholic school, we embrace diversity and welcome students from all faith backgrounds. To find out more about our criteria for enrolment, please click here.

8. How does Santa Maria College support children with specific diagnoses?

Our dedicated Enrichment Department provides tailored support by assessing each student’s learning needs and strengths. We work closely with parents to keep them informed about specialised programs. Like to find out more about the support we provide? Click here.

9. What bus routes are available at Santa Maria College?

You can find the most up-to-date information on bus routes can be found here. 

10. When are interviews conducted for prospective students at Santa Maria College?

Interviews take place when a prospective student is in Year 4. We contact parents in Year 3 to gather important documents such as NAPLAN results and school reports. For more information on our enrolment timeline click here.

11. When should I submit my daughter’s application to Santa Maria College?

We encourage you to submit your daughter’s application as early as possible. This will help you stay informed about the College and smooth the enrolment process. You can find out more in this article.

12. What is Santa Maria College’s gifted and talented program?

Our gifted and talented program, IGNITE, is designed for academically gifted students from Years 5 – 8. It encompasses STEM and creative arts, focusing on critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving.