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At Marymount, we live out our Catholic tradition through the charism of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan of the Order of St Benedict, where each student is challenged to respond radically to the Gospel to critique and transform the world.
We provide a relevant, rich and engaging learning environment, preparing girls for today and the future. Our transdisciplinary, inquiry, concept based curriculum is designed to allow for meaningful, deep and independent learning.
Marymount, a place of belonging, has as its core purpose a commitment to developing young women of hope who will nurture their hearts and minds in the Catholic tradition and be agents of justice grounded in stewardship, hospitality, compassion and reconciliation. |
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In 1954, the Sisters of the Good Samaritan were invited by Archbishop Beovich to establish a College and Convent in Adelaide and to staff a parish school. There was a need for a secondary school in the fast developing area of Marion.
Early in 1955, Sister Dominica McEwen, who was teaching in Port Pirie, was asked by her superiors in Sydney to supervise and help design the buildings for the secondary school and convent. Marymount College opened as a secondary school for girls on February 7th, 1956.
During 1975 and 1976, education in the South West Region of Adelaide was reviewed and it was decided that Marymount would be part of a three tier system of education. When the transition period was completed by 1978, the College commenced a new phase in its history, as a year 6 – 9 Middle School for girls.
During 1997 and 1998, the Catholic Education Office together with the School Board, the Principal and staff, considered the proposal to relocate to an ex-education department school site at Hove. We moved to Hove in 2000 where we enjoy excellent music and art facilities, 3.5 hectare of open space, including a joint usage oval, shared with the Holdfast Bay Council. There is also a state-of-the-art Home Economics facilities, well equipped Science Laboratories and we are currently completing a new multi-purpose facility and canteen. |
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Our Core Purpose
Marymount College is a place of belonging committed to developing young women of hope who will continue to nurture their hearts and minds in the Catholic tradition and will be agents of justice grounded in stewardship, hospitality, compassion and reconciliation.
Our Vision
To live out our Catholic tradition through the charism of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan of the Order of St Benedict, in a spirit of compassion, hospitality and stewardship. Each student is challenged to respond radically to the Gospel to critique and transform the world.
Our Values
With Jesus and Mary as our foundation and the Sisters of the Good Samaritan of the Order of St Benedict as our role models; we value:
•Hospitality, compassion and stewardship
•A sense of belonging in a safe, welcoming and supportive community
•The right of individuals to progress in their journey of faith
•A culture of continuous improvement
•A love of learning and a commitment to excellence
•The realisation of each individual’s potential
•Inquiry, creativity and innovation
•Active and responsible citizenship
•An appreciation of diversity
•Co-operation, collaboration and communication
•A respect for each other and our environment
•Risk taking, resilience and reconciliation
•A culture of encouragement, empowerment and rigour
•A spirit of celebration |
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Marymount uses a combination of the SACSA framework, the Australian Curriculum and a variety of wellbeing programs to facilitate learning for students. In conjunction with the Good Samaritan values of stewardship, hospitality and compassion, this enables our students to productively engage with changing times as thoughtful, active, responsible and committed local, national and global citizens. Learning at Marymount includes 9 Learning Areas:
1. Religion
2. English
3. Mathematics
4. Science
5. Languages (Italian and Japanese)
6. Society & Environment/History
7. Design & Technology (Computing, Multimedia, Textiles, Home Ec)
8. The Arts (Visual Arts, Drama, Music, Dance)
9. Health & Physical Education
During their time at Marymount, girls’ learning embraces each of these Learning Areas. Learning will frequently be integrated across two or more learning areas.
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As a Catholic Middle School, educating girls in the Good Samaritan Tradition, Marymount caters for girls from Year 6 to 9. Our maximum enrolment is 540, with classes of approximately 25 students. Our normal points of entry are at year 6 and year 8, however, we accept enrolments at other year levels when there are vacancies. The College is an independent unit in an integrated system of schools, serving the South West Region of Adelaide. |
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