We are an independent, non-denominational, co-educational K – 12 school.
We offer performing arts & performance sports streams with an equal focus on academic rigour.
How to apply
We take enrolments throughout the year.
What do we need to do?
- Attend an Open Day
- Complete the Application Form
- Register for an Audition if applicable
Attend an Open Day / Open Morning
Read more about our Open Days / Mornings here.
If you are interested in Elite Tennis, we will connect you with the relevant Program Director.
Complete the Application Form
- The Application Form should be completed by a parent / guardian
- It must be accompanied by all documents as outlined in the Checklist (on Page 1 of the Application Form)
- Pay the Application Fee
- The Application Form must be submitted prior to attending an Audition.
What is the Application Fee?
Domestic students: $200
International students: $250
Fees include GST and are non-refundable.
What if I have more than one child who wants to apply?
Please complete a separate Application Form for each child.
Register for an Audition, if applicable
Performing Arts
If you are in Years 5 – 12 and are applying for a Performing Arts stream*, you will need to attend an Audition.
*excluding Technical Production.
Performance sports
Students applying for elite tennis do not need to audition.
Elite Tennis applicants (for Years 5 – 12 only) will need to provide their UTR (Universal Tennis Rating) to Voyager Tennis Academy and attend a trial.
Get in touch with our Registrar
02 9752 0507 | registrar@mcdonald.nsw.edu.au
Alternatively, if you would like to receive an Application for Enrolment package in the post, please contact our Registrar.
What happens after we apply?
If NO Audition is required, families will be notified of the outcome of their Application within two weeks.
If an Audition IS required, families will be notified of the outcome of their Application two weeks after the Audition.
Successful students are required to attend an interview with the Principal or the Director of the Junior School.
When an Offer of Enrolment is made, a parent / guardian will be required to sign the Acceptance Form and pay the Confirmation of Enrolment Fee to secure the student’s place at the College.
The Confirmation of Enrolment Fee is $2,200 for Kindergarten – Year 10 and $1,650 for Years 11 – 12. (Fees include GST and are non-refundable).
Once we receive this payment, the Enrolment will be confirmed in writing by the College Registrar.