We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our extended Loreto College Marryatville community. The ongoing commitment and financial support of our donors help us provide our students with every opportunity for success. Your contribution ensures that our girls and young women grow to be strong, passionate, and confident — today, tomorrow, and into the future.
There are many ways to give to Loreto College Marryatville. Gifts of any size are valued and have lasting benefits. We ask that you share our vision of ensuring Loreto College is a school that defines itself by best practice and is a school of choice and excellence both now and into the future.
Please enter the details of your donation and you will be re-directed to our online payment portal. You can choose to donate using either your credit card or direct transfer.
If you would like to donate on an ongoing basis, please contact the Finance Team on 08 8334 4200 to set up a direct debit.
If you would like to discuss your donation, please contact Ms Christina Fabbian Head of Advancement and Community Relations on 8334 4200 or email community@loreto.sa.edu.au
How much can I give?
All donations are tax deductible and can be as appropriate for you.
How will my gift be spent?
Your tax-deductible gift will be spent on the project, as outlined below, that you choose.
Building Fund – preservation of the Acacias Building – Tax deductible
The Loreto Sisters voyaged to Australia in 1875 to set up the first Loreto school in Ballarat, Victoria. 30 years later they ventured to Adelaide to establish a girls’ school in South Australia upon the advice of Mother Mary MacKillop. After founding the first school site in Norwood in 1905, the opportunity to purchase the deceased estate of Sir Edwin Smith arose in 1920 and the Loreto Sisters seized the opportunity to establish Loreto in its current magnificent Marryatville home at The Acacias. Loreto College Marryatville is now one of six girls’ schools in Australia and part of a global network of Loreto schools.
As custodians of The Acacias, we recognise the need to preserve this heritage building for future generations and all funds raised will contribute to preservation projects over the coming year.
Scholarship Fund – Gonzaga Barry Bursaries – Tax deductible
Mother Gonzaga Barry ibvm was the foundress of Loreto Education in Australia. Her passion for girls’ education had a significant influence on the development of education across Australia. The Gonzaga Barry bursaries offer a place for girls whose families otherwise could not afford a Loreto education.
Loreto College Marryatville Rowing
The College is registered with the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) through which tax-deductible donations in support of Loreto Marryatville Rowing can be made. Please see here for further details. If you would like to support our rowing program, donations can be made via the ASF link here.
We thank you for your commitment to Loreto College Marryatville.
Scholarship Fund – Gonzaga Barry Bursaries – Tax deductible
Mother Gonzaga Barry ibvm was the foundress of Loreto Education in Australia. Her passion for girls’ education had a significant influence on the development of education across Australia. In order to celebrate Gonzaga Barry ibvm’s vision for the education of girls, this scholarship aims to provide a Loreto education for girls who are related to a Loreto College Marryatville Old Scholar and would not be able to attend Loreto college without financial assistance. This scholarship acknowledges the long traditions of 150 years of Loreto Education in Australia and 120 years of Loreto Education in Adelaide.
For more information, please visit the Gonzaga Barry Bursary page.
Building Fund – preservation of the Acacias Building – Tax deductible
We are dedicated to raising vital funds for the restoration of the Acacias building, a heritage-listed landmark that holds deep significance to our College. This restoration is essential to preserving its beauty and historical integrity for future generations. All funds raised will directly contribute to these preservation efforts, ensuring that the Acacias remains a cherished part of our College and community.
Rowing Fund – Tax deductible
Rowing at Loreto College Marryatville began in 2011, and since then, the passion and dedication of our students, families, and coaches has continued to grow year after year. With record numbers of students participating across all year levels, the 2024–2025 season has truly been one of our most successful seasons to date. Loreto proudly hosted the 2025 South Australian Schools Head of the River, the most anticipated event on the school rowing calendar. Our students rose to the occasion, delivering incredible performances. By supporting Loreto Marryatville Rowing, you are helping us nurture confidence, resilience, and determination in our students, values central to our College’s SEAD (Social, Emotional and Academic Development) program.
Bequests
The thoughtful inclusion of Loreto College Marryatville in your will is a lasting and meaningful way of contributing toward the development of the College and the ongoing work of Mary Ward.
A bequest makes a valuable contribution to the long-term planning of Loreto Marryatville and can be directed to the College for use at its discretion or directed to specific areas such as academic scholarships or building works.
A bequest correspondence is strictly confidential. Please contact Ms Christina Fabbian Head of Advancement and Community Relations on 8334 4200 or email community@loreto.sa.edu.au
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.