Bringing The McDonald College to Country Families

At The McDonald College, we understand that families in regional and rural areas face unique challenges when considering a school in Sydney. That’s why we are committed to making our world-class education more accessible to students from country NSW.

We know that distance shouldn’t be a barrier to opportunity. Whether your child dreams of excelling in performing arts, performance sports, or academic pursuits, we provide flexible pathways to help them thrive.

From video auditions that allow students to showcase their talents remotely to tailored support for country families, we ensure that students from regional areas can pursue their ambitions without unnecessary travel.

Meet Us in Your Region

To make it even easier for families to connect with us, we visit regional centres throughout the year, attending Boarding Schools Expos and local events. These provide a fantastic opportunity to meet our friendly staff, ask questions, and explore how The McDonald College can support your child’s education and aspirations.

Our 2025 Events

Cooma Agricultural Show

Location: Cooma Showground, Cooma
Date: Saturday 8 March

We’re excited to be part of the Cooma Agricultural Show, where families can stop by our stand to chat with our team and learn more about how we support students from rural areas.

Dubbo Boarding Schools Expo

Location: DRTCC, 155 Darling Street, Dubbo
Dates: Friday 16 May | 12.30 pm – 6.00 pm
Saturday 17 May | 9.30 am – 2.30 pm

Wagga Wagga Boarding Schools Expo

Location: Bolton Park Stadium, 50 Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga
Dates: Friday 20 June | 12.30 pm – 6.00 pm
Saturday 21 June | 9.30 am – 2.30 pm

Admission to Boarding Schools Expos events is free.

We are excited to meet families from country NSW and share how The McDonald College offers an exceptional education while keeping students connected to home. Whether in person or via our video audition process, we are here to support your journey every step of the way.

Get in touch with our Registrar

02 9752 0507 | registrar@mcdonald.nsw.edu.au