Director of Community Relations and Strategic Engagement

Foundation Scholarships

The Santa Sabina College Foundation is pleased to announce two life-changing scholarship opportunities for new Year 10 students commencing in 2026. Both scholarships will help young women who might not otherwise be able to experience the wonderful education and opportunities that Santa Sabina College offers. Applications for the Sr Judith Lawson OP Leadership Scholarship and the Mother M Bertrand OP Scholarship are now open.

Both scholarships cover 100% of tuition fees 2026-2028 (Years 10-12).

The Sr Judith Lawson OP Scholarship for Leadership is open to a girl who has demonstrated significant leadership within her school and wider community. Sr Judith began her association at the College as a boarder in 1957 and in 1961 was School Captain. She went on to become our Principal from 1987 to 2007. Under her leadership, the College grew and transformed into the incorporated, physically enlarged educational institution with international links which we know today. Her leadership cemented our College as one of Sydney’s leading independent Catholic schools. Sr Judith was the last Dominican Sister to be Principal and has been awarded an OAM for Services to Education.

The Mother M Bertrand Walsh OP Scholarship is named after a Santa Sabina College pioneering Sister who was the First Prioress of the Dominican Order of Eastern Australia (from 1882) and an outstanding educator of three generations of Dominican students. Mother M Bertrand Walsh OP, together with Mother M Pius Collins OP, alternated terms as Prioress, bravely guiding the congregation for 30 years. Together, they founded Santa Sabina College, building the school up from a solitary house in a scrubby field with a roll call of seven students, to a thriving educational community. Mother Mary was also our first benefactor. She established the College’s first bursary in 1930 when she used the gift of £25 given to her by the Dominican Ex-Students’ Association in recognition of her Diamond Jubilee to establish a fund so that a girl could complete her education at a Dominican secondary school. This Scholarship is means-tested and will be awarded to a student who otherwise would not be able to attend Santa Sabina College.

Apply here

Enrolments for 2028 are now open – spread the word!

Our Senior Staff are currently meeting with prospective students hoping to join Santa Sabina in Year 5 and Year 7 in 2028. With places already filling fast, now is the perfect time for friends of current families to begin the enrolment process.

If you know someone who would like to be part of our vibrant and nurturing community, please encourage them to apply soon, via https://www.ssc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/. Early applications help secure a place and ensure a smooth transition into our College.

Fra Angelico Festival – book activities now!

We are very excited about our Fra Angelico Festival coming up on Friday 21 November. Starting at 5:00pm, the evening will showcase outstanding student talent in art, design, music, dance and drama. The Festival program is below.

Please book now for popular activities so that you don’t miss out:

Pre-book photos with Santa Claus
Lumination Lab bookings
Kids activities bookings

The photography competition – entries close 14 November at 5:00pm – promises to celebrate the artistry and creativity within our community under two themes: ‘Sacred Spaces’ and ‘Seasons of Learning’.

Sacred Spaces: Places of meaning at Santa Sabina
From hidden corners to cherished traditions, capture the places within the College that hold personal or collective significance.

Seasons of Learning: Life, Growth and Dominican Values
Reflect on the rhythms of learning, both literal and symbolic seasons and how they connect with Veritas, Prayer-Compassion, Study, Service and Community.

How to enter

  • Submit up to three photos per theme
  • Include a short caption (max 50 words) explaining the story behind your photo/s
  • Entries must be received by 5:00pm, Friday 14 November
  • Submit via email: exstudents@ssc.nsw.edu.au

File requirements for submission

  • Format: JPEG (.jpg)
  • Resolution: at least 300 dpi (minimum 2400 × 3000 pixels)
  • File size: 2–5 MB per photo
  • Maximum three entries per theme
  • Label your file: Firstname_Lastname_Title_Category.jpg

We are looking forward to sharing a wonderful evening together with you and our community. See you on Friday 21st!

Yvette Graniero
Director of Community Relations and Strategic Engagement