2028 Enrolments

13 February 2026

Dear Parents/Carers

2028 Enrolments

We are pleased to announce that enrolments are now open for Year 7 2028 (for families with students currently in Year 5).

To begin the application process, please visit the Sydney Catholic Schools website:

Enrol Now – Marist College Eastwood

Detailed Instructions and FAQs are available on the site to assist you with the process. Please note that enrolments for Year 7 2028 close on 27 March 2026, so we encourage you to apply now!

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Kind regards

Mrs Varteny Khoudesian

Enrolment Secretary

Census Data Collection

Years 11 & 12 – SVDP Vinnies Van

13 February 2026

Dear Parents/Carers

St Vincent de Paul – Vinnies Van

This year, Marist College Eastwood is re-engaging with the St Vincent de Paul Society Vinnies Van. With the characteristics of Presence and Family Spirit being vital elements of the Marist Charism, it is appropriate that we seek out ways to minister to those on the margins. We do this as a reminder of the dignity of every person we meet. 

Vinnies Vans are outreach services that provide meals and snacks, blankets, toiletries, hot beverages and most importantly, companionship to people experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. The Vans operate across Greater Sydney and in targeted regional areas. We will be engaging with the Ryde Area service. Vinnies Van is an amazing experience to meet people who may be in different circumstances than our own, where they are at. The Ryde Vinnies Van service visits two fixed sites within the Ryde District and meets people in these locations. Many people find Vinnies Van a very rewarding and challenging experience.

There may be times where some people might feel uncomfortable with scenarios that we may come across including possibly seeing people affected by drugs or alcohol or may have a mental illness. Training is provided for all volunteers of Vinnies Van before they go out on the service. The chance to talk about anything that is confronting to any of our volunteers is also made available. Students will only go out for a shift when there are 2 trained teachers available.

General details of the Vinnies Sydney Vinnies Van service:

Dates/Times: 6.00pm-8:15pm on a rostered night
Meeting Venue: West Ryde Vinnies Retail Shop, 47-49 Ryedale Rd, West Ryde 2114 

Volunteers: 3-5 students and 2 teachers per shift

Over the next week we will be speaking with Year 11 and 12 homerooms to inform students of this opportunity to serve others. Following this we will provide an opportunity for students to express their interest in volunteering. Please take the time to discuss this opportunity for service with your son. Once students express interest we will develop a roster for volunteering so that it fits as best as possible around other commitments. Once a commitment is made every effort (unless severe illness) should be made to meet this as failure to attend will mean the most vulnerable are impacted.

Could you please ensure your son joins the Google Classroom for scheduling, rosters and updates: 37nkvqgk

Please feel free to contact Mr Joshua Formosa at the College if you have any further questions or concerns. 

Kind regards,

Mr Colm McCaughan                                                Mr Joshua Formosa

Religious Education Coordinator                            St Vincent de Paul Coordinator

Rotary Club of North Ryde

Reminder – Ash Wednesday

6 February 2026 

Dear Parents/Carers

Ash Wednesday is the beginning of Lent in the Church’s liturgical year. It is a day of solemn commemoration in which ashes are usually placed on foreheads as a sign of penance and desire to grow in holiness. It is an expectation of Sydney Catholic Schools that students are offered the opportunity to go ‘Back to Parish’, therefore there will be an altered start to the school day.

On Wednesday 18 February 2026, as part of our commemoration of this day, the College is offering students the opportunity to attend Mass at their local parish with their families. This is an occasion for families to begin Lent together and participate in their local parish community. There are a number of opportunities at the following local parishes:

• St Anthony’s Parish, Marsfield (9.15am)                   
• St Charles Borromeo’s Parish, Ryde (9.20am)                      
• St Gerard Majella’s Parish, Carlingford (9:30am)
• St Kevin’s Parish, Eastwood (9:30am)
• St Michael’s Parish, Meadowbank (9:15am)
• St Therese’s Parish, Denistone (9:00am)     
• Holy Spirit Parish, North Ryde (9:30am)

Students who wish to attend Mass at their parish should fill in this expression of interest form by Friday 13 February 3.00pm. Students who attend one of the above parishes will be transported back to school via bus. A teacher will supervise students on the buses the College provides. All students are expected to return to school for the commencement of Period 3 at 11.15am. 

For any student who does not attend Mass at their parish, there will be a Liturgy celebrated at the College, where the ashes will also be distributed. 

Students not attending their local Parish are required to be at school by 10.00am, with adjusted times as follows for the school day:

Limited supervision onsite from 9.00am

All students not attending their local parish to arrive for Homeroom at 10.00am

College Ash Wednesday Liturgy commences at 10.15am

            Normal timetable resumes at start of Period 3 11.15am

Please feel free to email me at colm.mccaughan@syd.catholic.edu.au if you require more information.

Kind regards

Colm McCaughan

Religious Education Coordinator

Reminder – Year 7 – Welcome to New Parents Evening

6 February 2026

Dear Parent/Carers

Welcome to New Parents Evening – Friday 20 February 2026 – 6.30pm

As per the communication sent last week, we are excited to be able to invite you to the College for our annual Welcome Evening on Friday 20 February 2026. This event is organised by the College’s Parent Community Group and is an opportunity for our new parents and students to familiarise themselves with the College facilities as well as meet Staff members. Students are again asked to wear their College Summer Uniform for this event.  

The evening will run as follows:

If you are able to join us for this event, please click here to RSVP by Tuesday 17 February 2026 to enable us to cater adequately.

Thank you again for your support of your son and our College community. 

Kind regards

Mr Stephen Flew                                                                                     

Leader of Wellbeing – Year 7                                                                            

Reminder – Year 8 – Parent Welcome

6 February 2026

Dear Parents/Carers

Best wishes for the start of the new academic school year. I hope that you had a peaceful and enjoyable Christmas holiday.

I am writing to introduce myself to you as the Leader of Wellbeing for Year 8 in 2026 a role that I am very excited about returning to this year. 

Particularly I am delighted to be working with an impressive group in Year 8 who demonstrated under the guidance of Mr Flew their enormous potential last year. 

I acknowledge and thank Mr Flew and his Homeroom Team for the foundation work they laid last year allowing the group to feel safe, grounded and familiar with their Marist identity.

I wish to acknowledge and applaud the very positive manner in which your son has begun 2026. His engagement, uniform and involvement has been impressive. His reverence and participation in the Opening College Mass and The High Achievers Assembly demonstrated both respect and a clear understanding of the significance of these occasions. It gives much promise for the coming year!

The theme for Year 8 in 2026 is Brothers to All.

There are three elements which link to the development of this theme. The first is the desire by the Yr 7 Leaders in 2025 to support and assist the incoming 2026 Yr 7 cohort. The second was a desire to connect to the Year 12 Leaders theme of service as modelled ‘In the Way of Mary’ and the third was connecting this element to the Marist Spirituality.

I am sure that you have read Ms Alvarez’s Letter to the College Community outlining the expected standard for our community with grooming, attendance, punctuality and community days. If you or your son wishes to read these expectations please click the link here.

As you would understand, consistent attention to the routines processes of the College allow students to successfully achieve in a calm and well directed environment. 

This year the Year 8 Homeroom team that will be working in partnership with myself and  your son are:

801 – Mr Raul Saez

802 – Ms Rachel Deligiorgakis

803 – Mr Christopher (Chris) Ure

804 – Ms Alyssa Gatenby-Moore

805 – Ms Katie Stern

806 – Ms Chihiro Doucet & Ms Lauren Sung

This year the Homeroom Staff have identified assisting students developing their organisation is a priority for successful learning. 

As a part of the Homeroom routine students are asked to present their MCE Diary each week with the Subjects for each day written out in advance in blue pen. Research and accumulated experience show that the colour blue supports neatness and is associated with assisting memory.

Each day the student is asked to record either the set homework or the lesson activity. For example if a Practical Technology Mandatory in the workshop occurs your son could write Prac. 

At the end of the week the College asks parents/carers to sign the MCE Diary so that they are aware of classwork homework and assessments being set.

Students who complete the process are rewarded for their effort of building good learning habits.

A reminder that the MCE 2026 Swimming Carnival is again at the Auburn, Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre and Year 8 students will be expected to make their own way to and from the venue. Further clear details will be provided by Ms Khattar through the College Event on Compass. 

I truly look forward to assisting your son’s success this year and having the opportunity to discuss his achievements and development with you at the Parent/Teacher Conferences later in this semester.

Kind regards

Stephen McNamara

Year 8 – Leader of Wellbeing

stephen.mcnamara@syd.catholic.edu.au 

Reminder – Year 9 – Parent Welcome

6 February 2026

Dear Parents/Carers

Welcome to the 2026 academic year. I hope the Christmas break provided a valuable opportunity to spend time connecting with friends and family, and a chance to rest ahead of this year. I am Mr Joshua Chasney and will be your son’s Leader of Wellbeing. Supporting me in this role will be Mr Daniel Viana as the Stage 5 Assistant. The homeroom team supporting your son is:

As we begin a new academic year, I am delighted to welcome you and your son to Year 9. This stage marks an important and exciting chapter in their secondary school journey, and I am looking forward to working together to support their growth, wellbeing and success. This year, our theme is “Consistency is King.” Throughout Year 9, we will be focusing on the power of forming positive habits, both in learning and in personal development. We want students to understand that progress is built through small, repeated actions, and that every positive step counts. As a group, we will be celebrating the small wins, recognising effort and reinforcing the idea that consistency, not perfection, is what drives long-term success. By embracing this theme together, we hope to build a culture where students feel motivated, supported, and proud of their ongoing growth. 

The College has a well-established Grooming Policy and these expectations are to be upheld each day. Our policy is clear and consistent to all of our students. Boys are expected to be clean-shaven each day and have hair that is well kept with no extremes, including haircuts such as ‘skin fades’ and ‘burst fades’. Students who are unable to wear the full Sports Uniform on Thursday must wear the normal College Uniform and bring something to change into for sport. The cohort have made an outstanding start adhering to the school’s grooming policy and I hope they continue to hold this standard. 

Mobile phones are not to be used at school. If a student needs to make a call during the day, he may request permission from the Leader of Wellbeing Office in Cottage 2 or Student Reception. To reduce disruptions to learning, parents and carers are asked to contact the College directly rather than phoning their sons during school hours.

Attendance and punctuality will be key priorities this year, as being present, on time, and ready to learn has a direct impact on progress and engagement. This includes our Community Days, which help build teamwork, strengthen relationships and foster a sense of belonging. Consistent attendance ensures your son can fully benefit from these experiences. 

Communication between home and school is essential and I encourage you to reach out at any time if you have questions or concerns. Together, we can create a strong partnership that helps your son thrive. Contact can be made via email or by calling the College on 9858 1644 during school hours or my school email address: joshua.chasney@syd.catholic.edu.au

Thank you for your ongoing support. I look forward to a productive and rewarding year ahead for all our Year 9 students.

Kind regards 

Mr Joshua Chasney

Leader of Wellbeing (Acting) – Year 9

Reminder – Year 10 – Subject Selection Evening

30 January 2026

Dear Parents/Carers

Year 10 Subject Selection Information Evening

Tuesday 17 February 6.00pm, Montagne Centre

We are writing to you with details of the upcoming information evening on pathways and courses available for the Higher School Certificate program for students beginning the Year 11 Course in 2026. Our Stage 6 Subject Selection evening will take place 17 February from 6:00pm–7:00pm in the Montagne Centre. 

The Information Evening details the NESA requirements for students wishing to obtain a HSC and provides details on the variety of pathways available at the College.  Our aim is that every student will be provided with a challenging and appropriate pathway and range of subjects that places him in the right subject at the right level. Our recent experience of this early and open communication has assisted boys in informing learning goals for the end of Semester One and provided greater motivation for them to develop more mature, comprehensive and targeted approaches to learning and senior study, as well as giving them greater focus to speak with their class teachers and Leaders of Learning. 

Year 10 students will begin the process that will lead to the selection of their Year 11 subjects.  Information on the various pathways to the Higher School Certificate, choice of subjects and the process of selecting subjects will be presented.

The presentation will include information on:

• Higher School Certificate – Subject Selections 
• Approach to Subject Selection Process 
• Pathway Opportunities – School-based apprenticeships and traineeships, TAFE and Vocational Education 
• 2027 Subject Prerequisites
• ATAR Explained

Year 10 students will receive a copy of the eligibility criteria for Year 11 subjects.  We ask that you begin a discussion with your son on meeting these prerequisites on his Semester 1 Report in order to choose a preferred pattern of study. 

It is the expectation that all students and their parent(s) attend this meeting on Tuesday 17 February.  The dress for students in the evening is College summer uniform.  

We look forward to seeing you at this important meeting to assist your son in discerning his pattern of study for the Higher School Certificate.

Yours sincerely

Ms Monique Brame

Director of Curriculum and NESA Accreditation 

Reminder – Year 10 – Parent Welcome

6 February 2026

Dear Parents/Carers

Welcome to the 2026 academic year.  In particular, I offer an extended welcome to our Year 10 families who are new to our Marist Community.  I hope the Christmas break has given time to strengthen and renew relationships with family and friends and your sons are excited about their return to school. I am Mr Mark Barroccu and will be your son’s Leader of Wellbeing. Supporting me in this role this year will be Ms Christenson and Mr Daniel Viana as the Stage 5 Assistant as well as Ms Linda Codamo, the Director of Wellbeing. The homeroom team supporting your son is:

The purpose of writing to you is to keep you informed to ensure a smooth start to the year and allow us all to focus our energy on our core business: Faith Formation, Learning and Wellbeing.  Our theme for this year is Boys to Men, which reflects their short journey to becoming adults. Your sons are entering an extremely important year of their schooling. At Marist College Eastwood, we see our Year 10 students entering their first year of senior school. This is reflected in the high expectations set for them in the classroom, homework, assessments and in the playground. The first step for the students in Year 10 is the Stage 6 Subject Selection information evening this term. Later in the year, the students will also complete work experience. The relevant forms and information are currently available on Compass. I encourage parents to have a conversation regarding this to start finalising a choice of employer and the completion of the relevant forms.

The College has a well-established Grooming Policy, and these expectations are to be upheld each day. Our policy is clear and consistent for all of our students. Boys are expected to be clean-shaven each day and have hair that is well-kept with no extremes. Students who are unable to wear the full Sports Uniformon Thursday must wear the normal College Uniform and bring something to change into for sport.

I ask for parent support in ensuring that your son is at school each day, unless he is unwell. Every school day is important, and as well as regular attendance, students are expected to be present and to contribute to our community events such as our Carnivals, Reflection Days and at Mass. These dates are available on the College Calendar through Compass.

Attendance and punctuality are key for academic success and are also important traits for students to develop before they enter the workforce. We ask that you complete an attendance note on Compass if your son is sick as soon as you are aware that he will be missing from school.

Mobile phones are not to be used at the College. If your son needs to make a call during the day he may seek permission in the following areas: My office or our Student Reception. To minimise disruption, parents who need to contact their son during the day are asked to call the College rather than calling your son directly. Your support with this is very much appreciated and provides a clear and consistent message to your son. 

The importance of communication between family and the College cannot be overlooked. If you have any concerns about your son’s wellbeing, academic progress, or are experiencing any difficulties outside of the College that may affect your son’s learning, please feel free to contact me directly via the school number 9858 1644 or my school email mark.barroccu@syd.catholic.edu.au

Finally, I would like to remind you of the Year 10 Parent Information night regarding HSC subject selection on Tuesday 17 February from 6.00pm-7.00pm in the Montagne Centre, where we will go through the options your son has for 2027. A letter was posted on Compass Friday 30 January,  with more specific information from Ms Brame the Director of Curriculum. Your son is expected to attend.  Please save this important date in your calendar. 

I look forward to working with your sons this year to continue their journey as they make important decisions about their future.

Kind regards

Mr Mark Barroccu

Leader of Wellbeing – Year 10 

Reminder – Year 11 – Parent Welcome

6 February 2026

Dear Parents/Carers and Year 11 Students,

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the beginning of Year 11. As our students step into the senior years, they do so with new opportunities, new responsibilities, and a renewed sense of purpose. I am excited to continue working with this wonderful group of students and to support them as they grow into confident, capable senior leaders of our community.

This year, our Year 11 Student Leadership team focuses on collective efficacy: the shared belief that, together, we can achieve more than any individual can alone. In the spirit of the Marist charism, we draw inspiration from the characteristic of Love of Work, encouraging students to take pride in their efforts, persevere through challenges, and recognise the dignity found in striving toward personal goals. We want every student to feel empowered to work with determination while remaining connected to the Marist community that supports and surrounds them.

As senior students, Year 11’s set the tone for the school. We will continue to uphold high expectations in all areas, including uniform, grooming, attendance, punctuality, and behaviour. These standards are not simply rules, they are expressions of respect for themselves, their peers, and the community they represent. Your support in reinforcing these expectations at home is invaluable.

To assist students in their academic growth, we strongly encourage them to make use of our Alumni Tutoring Program. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive support from former students who understand the demands of senior study and can offer practical guidance. The tutoring schedule is available on Compass and at the following link: https://sites.google.com/syd.catholic.edu.au/atp/study

I am also pleased to introduce the Year 11 Wellbeing Team. The Wellbeing Team committed to fostering a warm, encouraging environment where every student feels valued, supported, and equipped to thrive. 

Whether students need academic guidance, wellbeing support, or simply someone to listen, their homeroom teacher together with myself and Ms Christenson are daily sources of support. Together, we look forward to making Year 11 a positive, purposeful, and memorable experience.

We are excited for the year ahead and confident that, with commitment, collaboration, and a shared belief in their potential, our Year 11 students will flourish. Thank you for your ongoing partnership and trust.

Warm regards,

Emily Mattick

Leader of Wellbeing – Year 11

Reminder – Season of Lent

Reminder – MCE 2026 Schedule of Fees

30 January 2026 

Dear Parents/Carers,

Welcome to 2026 and a special welcome to the families who are new to the Marist College Eastwood community. The following information is provided to assist you in the understanding of your school fees and to help manage payment of your school fee account.  

The annual school fee invoice will be emailed to you around 17 February 2026. The fee statement will also detail when payments are due which are in line with the instalment plan you have selected. If you wish to amend your instalment plan, please email the College and let us know of your preferred instalment schedule. 

REMINDER – Acceptance Fee Credit 

• Acceptance fees of $750.00 will be processed by the Head Office. Acceptance fee credit of $750.00 will be on your April statement and not in the February statement.

Fees can be paid by any of the following methods:

• Compass:  Payment via the parent payment portal is the preferred payment option.
• BPAY:  Use biller code 303297 and the reference number on your fee statement.  It is recommended that you set up scheduled payments through your internet banking.
• Credit Card: Telephone the College on 9858 1644 and pay via credit card over the phone. 
• Direct Debit Option: Please click on the Standing Authority Form below to pay via automatic debits to your credit card. Please note that this form will need to be completed at the commencement of each year. (Click below)

Standing Authority (Recurrent Periodic Pay CreditCard).pdf

Please send completed form to accounts@maristeastwood.catholic.edu.au

• Cash 

Payment Frequency 

Families may elect to pay fees by instalments. The payment frequency available are:-

• Fortnightly     20 Payments from February to November
• Monthly          10 Payments from February to November 
• Term               3  Instalments payable on the 15th of the first month of each term

We are aware of the financial pressures experienced within our community and have made every effort to minimise increases in school fees. Please contact Ms Jayne Yi Bursar and Flavio Sordoni Business Manager if you require any assistance with your school fee account.

Please find below the 2026 annual school fees for Marist College Eastwood.

Yours sincerely, 

Mr Flavio Sordoni                                                                  Ms Jayne Yi

Business Manager                                                                 Bursar

Careers

MCE Careers Website Link mcecareers.com

Uniforms

2nd Hand Uniform Shop – Next open: Thursday, 26 March (Week 9) from 1.30pm-3.00pm. Cash & EFTPOS accepted.

Please note:

• As the school has changed uniform suppliers, uniform sizing has changed and is no longer consistent with previous sizes
• We strongly encourage parents to bring their own measurements when purchasing from the second-hand uniform shop
• The second-hand uniform shop is not responsible for sizing issues, and all sales are final — no refunds or exchanges are available

Donations to the Second Hand Uniform Shop can be dropped off to the College Front Reception during normal school hours. Year 12’s your blazers would be very much appreciated after you graduate.

For more information, please refer to Compass > Community tab (2 heads) > School Documentation > Parent Information and Forms > Uniform Price List & Second Hand Uniform Shop Information