Ever wonder why some lessons stick for life while others fade fast? Discover how our students are turning learning into action—through debate, invention, and real-world problem-solving. Deep Learning is more than a buzzword—it’s a mindset.
Building Lasting Knowledge – Jennifer Oaten Read More »
Santa Maria College’s Library team is embracing AI literacy, ensuring students develop skills to question, evaluate, and use AI responsibly. Through the SHIFT framework, they teach students to fact-check AI content, recognize bias, and verify information, preparing them for a digital world where AI is a tool, not a substitute for critical thinking.
Leading the Way in AI Literacy Read More »
The Mock Trial Competition in Western Australia offers high school students a unique chance to experience the legal system. Organised by the Law Society of Western Australia, our Year 12 team excelled this year, reaching the grand final at the Supreme Court, where they presented a criminal case to Chief Justice Quinlan.
From the Classroom to the Courtroom Read More »
#Year10 Our BrainSTEM students had the opportunity to visit and undertake workshops in the laboratory at the Harry Perkins Institute.
Exploring Biotechnology at The Harry Perkins Institute Read More »
#Year9 The Year 9 Robotics & Coding class took it to the next level showcasing their exceptional talent and innovation at the FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge.
Students Excel in FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge at Aquinas College Read More »
Year 10 student, Amelia Taranto, has been awarded an ‘Astronaut Al Worden Endeavour Scholarship and will travel to Space Camp in 2024.
Amelia Receives an Al Worden Endeavour Scholarship Journey Read More »
#Year7 IGNITE classes embarked on a project that immersed them in the real-world roles of architects, builders, engineers, and accountants in order to create earthquake proof architecture companies.
IGNITE Students Undertake Real-World Challenges Read More »
The Year 9 Marine Science students visited Penguin Island in the Shoalwater Marine Park this week as part of their studies.
Marine Science Students Become Environmentalists for the Day Read More »
In a rapidly changing world, one thing that remains constant is the importance of faith. As we embark on our journey through life, faith serves as a guiding light, providing us with strength, solace, and purpose.
Faith Unveiled: Navigating Faith in the 21st Century with Melissa, Adele and Sascha. Read More »
Our Year 10 Outdoor Education class has just returned from a very exciting expedition to the Margaret River Region.
Exploring the Margaret River Region: Year 10 Outdoor Education Expedition Read More »
In an exciting showcase of skill and creativity, six teams from Santa Maria College recently attended the RoboCup Junior competition.
RoboCup Junior: A Showcase of Innovation and Achievement Read More »
This 20-week competition sees some of our year 10 Physics students work on a project to design a solution in response to a project theme.
Students Excel in Prestigious UWA Emerging Engineers Competition Read More »
Kristen’s journey has led her to Concept Fertility and Day Hospital, where she supports couples seeking assistance with conception. She also runs “I Like My Eggs Fertilised”, an online education page empowering patients with knowledge about fertility and assisted reproduction.
Kristen Jones (Marchese, Class of 2006) Read More »
The Explore8 learning project saw students engage both individually and collaboratively to address a real-world issue of their preference.
Empowering Innovation and Sparking Change-Makers Read More »
As part of the Fearless5 emPOWER learning project, our Year 5 students were tasked with answering the big question, ‘How might we provide a safe and sustainable environment to protect Australian flora and fauna?’
Shining a Light on Environmental Issues and Sustainability Read More »
Tracy Anthony, who was first introduced to the College through ‘The Kindness Challenge’, sits down with us to talk all things mindfulness and navigating change.
Tracey Anthony – Youth Empowerment Coach Read More »
All Year 7 students were asked what they could do to help achieve the United Nations Sustaniable Development Goal Six: clean water and sanitation for all.
Seek7: Empowering Students to Tackle Global Water Challenges Read More »
Santa Maria College recognises the transformative power of student feedback and fosters an environment where student voices are celebrated, respected, and used to inform future directions.
Student Surveys: Empowering Students to Shape Their Education Read More »
This week was a busy one, with Technology & Commerce Day, Winter Warmers Day, IGSSA Sport fixtures, the Punmu Mass and Blessing, and more!
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 8, 2023 Read More »
Our Year 6 students had an excursion to Parliament House this week, to further their learning about Federation, the law making process and the levels of Government.
A Trip to Parliament House Read More »
This week our Year 9 Foods students faced the Mystery Box Challenge. They had to prepare a dish in 50 minutes using only the ingredients inside the box.
Mystery Box Challenge: Year 9 Foods Read More »
Year 7 student Skye is petitioning against the closure of Fremantle’s CAT bus service, gaining the support of over 200 businesses, residents and visitors.
Skye: Sparking Change In Her Local Community Read More »
Year 11 ACCESS students took part in the College’s Work Ready Program, which aims to provide support and guidance as they navigate this new chapter in their lives.
Preparing for the Workplace Read More »
Our Year 5s had the chance to perform an experiment in the Superlab, exploring how animals insulate themselves.
Blubber Me: An Insulation Experiment Read More »
Students in the Years 7 and 8 Introductory Woodwork course have recently completed their first woodworking project, an animal desk organiser!
Check-in with Santa’s Workshop Read More »
As a community, we came together to acknowledge our planet, improve what we can do to care for it, and celebrate the progress we have already made.
Earth Day 2023: Invest In Our Planet Read More »
Seek7 allows our students to take a flexible approach to their learning to do deep work developing global competencies and essential skills.Â
Seek7: Investigating Clean Water and Sanitation Read More »
Engineer, Philippa Vetten (2004), tells us more about her life after Santa Maria and her interesting career.
Stepping into STEM: Philippa Vetten Read More »
Despite being a short week, plenty was happening around the College, from the ANZAC Day commemoration, to the Scuba Diving Club launch, and more!
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 1, 2023 Read More »
Our support staff participated in a follow up session from their previous Professional Development Day, Fire Up The Future, with high-performance coach and psychological transformation expert, Vanessa Vershaw.
Professional Development: Making It Happen Read More »
