Craig Davis College, Wollongong

Established in 2013, Craig Davis College is a coeducational specialist school supporting students in Years 9–12. 

In 2025, the college relocated from its original location in Cordeaux Heights to its current location on the Innovation Campus, University of Wollongong. The college offers a safe and inclusive learning environment for young people who are at risk of disengaging or have already disengaged from mainstream education.  

The dedicated team of educators is committed to equipping students with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to pursue their Record of School Achievement (RoSA), Higher School Certificate (HSC) or transition into further education, training or employment. 

As a Special Assistance School, Craig Davis College takes pride in its innovative and student-centred approach. It empowers learners who have previously struggled to find their place in traditional educational settings, offering them a renewed opportunity to thrive. 

Within a nurturing and supportive environment, students are encouraged to re-engage with their education and realise their potential. 

“Since coming to Craig Davis College, it’s been a second home, a second family, a safe space for all… each teacher is extraordinary at teaching and unique as a person. I love Craig Davis College.” 
– Louis*, Craig Davis College student

In addition to the guidance provided by the school manager and teaching staff, student wellbeing is holistically supported by a multidisciplinary team comprising a provisional psychologist, school counsellor, student support youth worker and, where appropriate, a First Nations student support youth worker. 

Collaboration with University of Wollongong 

Craig Davis College’s location within the University of Wollongong’s Innovation Campus creates unique opportunities for collaboration and growth. Being part of this vibrant precinct allows us to build strong partnerships with a range of services on–site – including childcare centres, fitness facilities, cafés and even a future aged care centre. These connections enable our students to access real-world work experience without leaving the safety and familiarity of their school environment. 
 
“We want our young people to feel safe and feel like they belong and this will allow us to build that on a site that has other opportunities for them,” says Aaron McDonald, Principal – South Cluster schools. 
 
One standout partnership is with the university’s vocational unit, where tertiary students design and deliver personalised exercise programs for our students as part of their studies. This collaboration creates mutually beneficial outcomes – enhancing the learning experience for both the university students and our young people. 

Craig Davis College location

Craig Davis College is located at Mike Codd Building, Innovation Campus, University of Wollongong, Wollongong NSW 2500.