Arndell Anglican College

Sydney, Australia

  • Day School

  • 1809

  • $ 6.7K-8.7K

    • Australian

School History & Details

The Ebenezer Church, the oldest structure in Australia, was founded in 1809 by Thomas Arndell, one of the Hawkesbury's original settlers, and the inspiration behind the name Arndell Anglican College. Following years of planning, Craig Laffin, the first Headmaster, spearheaded the establishment of Arndell College in 1990 with the help of several local families. The College's original location was "Macquarie Retreat" on Threkeld Drive in Cattai. This property was a part of the original Arndell grant and was owned by Thomas's great-great-great-great-grandson, the Reverend Seton Arndell, who took a keen interest in the College during its formative years. The cross, the Hawkesbury River, and the book of learning were highlighted in the College's original symbol.

    School Values

  • Christian faith
  • Arndell is a learning community that is centered on Christ and aims to provide a Christian education that prepares students to live in God's world. The central figure in God's story, as revealed in his Word, is Jesus, who has the power to reconcile humans to God. As part of the Anglican Schools Corporation, they are a Christian college. Young people are raised and educated at the school in conformity with the doctrines, precepts, beliefs, and teachings of the Sydney Diocese of the Anglican Church.

School Achievements

Achievements

Arndell Anglican College consistently demonstrates strong academic performance. In 2022, 90 students sat for the Higher School Certificate (HSC) across 36 subjects, achieving a 100% completion rate. Notably, in Agriculture, 91.6% of students attained Bands 3–6, surpassing the state average of 82.7% . The college has also been ranked within the top 150 schools in New South Wales based on HSC results in both 2016 and 2020 .
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Arndell Anglican College prioritizes extracurricular activities and community engagement alongside academic pursuits. In 2023, Year 12 student Lauren was honored with the Youth Community Service Award from the NSW Branch of the Order of Australia Association, highlighting her outstanding contributions to the community. Additionally, Year 7 student Kaya K achieved the remarkable feat of being selected for the Combined Independent Schools (CIS) Open Girls Cricket team, showcasing her talent against older competitors. The college also promotes the arts by offering scholarships in Performing Arts (Music) for Year 7 students, fostering and nurturing artistic talent.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Arndell Anglican College is proud of its alumni who have made impactful contributions across diverse sectors. Connor McLeod, a former student, notably advocated for the inclusion of tactile elements on Australian banknotes to aid the visually impaired, sharing his inspiring journey at TEDxSydney in 2019. Additionally, Caleb Swift, a member of the Class of 2024, gained recognition in the Hawkesbury Independent News for his commitment to community service.

School Information

Arndell Anglican College Campus is based at 118-124 Wolseley Rd, Oakville NSW 2765, Australia. An independent Anglican coeducational primary and secondary school, Arndell Anglican College is situate...View moreView Less

Dr Gareth Leechman

Link

+61 2 4572 3633

118-124 Wolseley Road Oakville NSW 2765

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • History
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • English

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