The Loreto College Marryatville Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) was completed in 2025. The Reconciliation Action Plan Committee comprises members and supporters of the Loreto College Marryatville community. The RAP is a living document that is reviewed regularly.
Loreto College Marryatville recognises the ongoing relationship to Country of First Nations Peoples.
We recognise that we have much to learn and understand about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, perspectives, cultures, and recognise that their histories, traditions and connections with Land and spirituality continue today.
Our vision for reconciliation is to create meaningful opportunities for staff, students, families, and the wider community to learn about the rich traditions and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and to contribute to a just and equitable world.
In the spirit of Mary Ward, we intend to develop our understanding of reconciliation by applying our values of verity, justice, and sincerity to ensure that we are always listening to and learning from local First Nations Peoples. We will continue to engage in conversations and build respectful relationships with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community about reconciliation, that will enable further conversation and understanding. Together we will ensure that we have a common purpose to ensure that we walk together to create a just and equitable society for all.
At Loreto College Marryatville, we acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways on which we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to their Elders past, and present, and recognise their enduring connection to Kaurna Yerta. We recognise the spiritual connection and the rich cultural heritage that is evident through, dance, song, storytelling, ceremony, and kinship. We recognise that these practices and traditions have nurtured and protected this landscape and First Nations Peoples for thousands of years before us.
Our College stands on land adjacent to First Creek, a place of significant importance to the Kaurna people. First Creek has long been a vital waterway, providing sustenance, serving as a gathering, and camping place. First Creek is a reminder of the life-sustaining resources that the land offers and the deep, intrinsic relationship the Kaurna people have with this environment. At Loreto College Marryatville, we strive towards bridging the gap of Reconciliation by honouring First Nations Peoples communities on Kaurna Yerta, together.
We encourage you to see how your daughter’s future can take shape at one of our upcoming College Tours where you will see our curriculum in action, tour our historic grounds, and hear from Ms Kylie McCullah, our Principal, on why a girls’ school is the best investment for your daughter.
