Feb 2, 2026 | Education, Independent high schools, Our community, Team Streets
“I always wanted to be a teacher from when I was a kid,” says Scott Coleman. “I had some great teachers growing up and I wanted to give back in a similar way to how they did for me.” Working alongside Scott at Bowen College are teachers and a Student Support Learning...
Dec 8, 2025 | Education, Independent high schools
Not all children and young people thrive in mainstream schools. The Youth Off The Streets education model acknowledges that many students have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), which can include neglect, parental substance misuse and exposure to...
Nov 3, 2025 | Education, Impact stories, Independent high schools
Just a few years ago, Xavier’s* school life was a cycle of suspensions and setbacks. The environment didn’t suit him and things quickly spiralled. “I really just didn’t like school, so I never wanted to go,” he says. Xavier often found himself in conflict with...
Oct 26, 2025 | Education, Independent high schools, News and updates
In November 2025, we opened the new Craig Davis College campus at the University of Wollongong. The occasion was attended by Helen Partridge, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Education), University of Wollongong and Alison Byrnes MP, alongside staff, current...
Oct 14, 2025 | Education, Independent high schools
In the past two years, almost one hundred young people have benefited from the mental health, wellbeing and support services offered at Key College in Merrylands. Though each young person’s story is different, they face common challenges to their wellbeing. “Among the...
