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Encouraging students to thrive

Our Vision is to be a thriving, Christ-centred learning community where every person can flourish.

Our Mission Nurture for Today, Learning for Tomorrow and Character for Eternity.

At Macquarie College, everything we do is grounded in our faith in Christ and our commitment to helping every person flourish. We want our students to feel known, valued, challenged, and supported to become all they were created to be.

We have a strong tradition of academic excellence expressed through outstanding HSC and ATAR, results and is supported through comprehensive pastoral care, student wellbeing, sporting and extracurricular programs.

Part of the worldwide system of Adventist Schools, Macquarie College is non-selective and independent and services the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter Valley regions.

About Us

Why Macquarie College?

Nurture for Today Learning for Tomorrow Character for Eternity

Nurture for Today

We believe that students learn best when they feel safe, supported, and connected. Through consistent care, strong relationships, and a positive school culture, we create an environment where every student experiences a deep sense of belonging and wellbeing. Every child is known by name, celebrated for who they are, and encouraged to grow with confidence.

5-7

Wellbeing Programs run each term

1050+

Culturally diverse College community

Learning for Tomorrow

Learning for tomorrow is about inspiring curiosity, pursuing academic excellence, and equipping students with the skills they need for an ever-changing world. Through engaging learning experiences, high expectations, and personalised support, we develop confident learners who think critically, act creatively, and approach challenges with resilience and determination.

On average, over half of our graduating HSC students each year receive ATAR's of 80+

The College Dux consistently scores ATAR's in the high 90s each year

Character for Eternity

Grounded in faith, we nurture Christ-centred character that shapes both hearts and minds. Students are supported to grow in integrity, compassion, service, and hope, developing values that guide their decisions and relationships well beyond their school years.

Leadership Opportunities

Service Projects

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Testimonials

I value the faith-based education that Macquarie college provides as well as all the extra-curricular activities my children have loved being involved in from camps, concerts and sporting competitions to resilience and student leadership programs.

Sally Crews

From the first school tour to our children’s first day, we have felt supported and welcomed by all members of the MC community from Administration staff, teachers, children and existing MC families.

Katrina Crump

I feel very blessed that my 3 boys have the opportunity to be part of a school that has a wonderful sense of community involvement, welcoming staff and teachers. Our school has such an amazing school spirit and atmosphere.

Belinda Butcher

I made the right decision sending our twin girls to Macquarie College. The teachers have outstanding commitment and show a real and genuine interest in the children. The Kindy program has excellent numeracy and literacy programs while upholding a play-based learning environment.

Tessa

The College is located on an eight hectare site on Lake Road, Wallsend

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People

Friends & collaborators

Macquarie College is pleased to have friends and partners around the world. We work with these different organisations to further enhance programs for our students and staff.