Hugh Sheridan to Perform at Loreto College’s 120th Anniversary Acacias Ball

Loreto College Marryatville is delighted to welcome acclaimed actor, singer, and entertainer Hugh Sheridan as the special guest performer at the 2025 Acacias Ball, marking the College’s 120th anniversary.The milestone event will take place at the Adelaide Oval on Saturday, 5 April, bringing together the Loreto College community for a night of celebration, reflection, and entertainment. Sheridan, one of Australia’s most beloved performers, is set to headline the event, with media personalities Helen McCabe and Jess Adamson welcomed as MCs for the evening.

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The latest Loreto College newsletter highlights the success of the Head of the River event, with strong rowing performances despite hot weather. The college marked several important occasions, including celebrating World Down Syndrome Day and Harmony Day, and engaging in meaningful Lenten reflections and social justice initiatives. Notable achievements include the Mock Trial Team’s victory in the South Australian Law Society competition, enriching student experiences such as the Year 6 Canberra trip, and strong performances in Senior and Junior sports. Additionally, the Performing Arts department is preparing for upcoming concerts, drama productions, and celebrating student talent in the Adelaide Fringe Festival.

Talking to Brick Walls

Our Year 12 Drama students have been working hard to bring Talking to Brick Walls to the stage! This hybrid verbatim play explores the ever-evolving dynamic between parents and teenagers—asserting independence, figuring out identity, and seeing things from both sides.

For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment (United Nations, IWD, 2025)

To truly honour the theme of International Women’s Day 2025, we must recognise that investing in girls' education is one of the most impactful ways to drive lasting change, ensuring that all women and girls can claim their rightful place, experience equality, and be empowered to lead. What if the key to a more just and equal world lies in empowering every girl with the education she deserves? Education is not only a fundamental human right but also a powerful tool for personal and social transformation. When girls are equipped with knowledge and opportunity, they become catalysts for change, fostering a more equitable world for all.

Adelaide Thunderbirds partner with Loreto College Marryatville

Netball SA and the Adelaide Thunderbirds are pleased to announce a historic partnership with Loreto College Marryatville. The two-year partnership marks a first for girls’ schools in South Australia and will provide students the unique opportunity to experience an elite high-performance environment.

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Highlights from the start of the year include Yasmin London's presentation on online safety, the Year 7 camp fostering friendships and teamwork, and the Academic Merit Ceremony celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2024. Junior School students have embraced hands-on Science lessons and enjoyed upgraded classrooms, while exciting changes in OSHC provide a more engaging after-school environment. The school also celebrated Lunar New Year with vibrant cultural activities, reinforcing Loreto’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Class of 2024

We are delighted to celebrate the accomplishments of our high achievers and recent award winners. Congratulations to all students in our Year 12 cohort on their hard work and dedication throughout 2024. We wish them the very best for their future endeavours and accomplishments.

Fathers and Friends Lunch

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the Fathers and Friends lunch last Sunday. It was a fantastic day of connection, community, and celebration. Thanks to your generosity, we raised over $22,000 to fund spectator seating at Cotters Green Oval, enhancing both the sporting experience for our girls and the comfort of their supporters. Your continued support truly makes a difference!

Governor of South Australia Inspires Future Leaders at Loreto College Marryatville

Loreto College Marryatville was honoured to welcome Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia, as part of her initiative to engage with high school students across the state.

Loreto College, Marryatville: A Century as the Vanguard of Women’s Education

Loreto College Marryatville was featured in the Education View, a leading education leadership magazine dedicated to showcasing educational novelties in the modern era.

2025 Term Dates

The Loreto College 2025 term dates are now available on our website.

Student Spotlight: Fearne Rosenbauer, Head Girl

Fearne Rosenbauer, Head Girl at Loreto College Marryatville, was recently interviewed by Adelaide Now as part of the spotlight feature on South Australia’s school captains of 2024.

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