Mater Maria Catholic College – Warriewood
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Faith-centred learning with community at its heart
- The only co-educational Catholic secondary school on the Northern Beaches
- Faith-centred learning with community at its heart
- State of the art facilities
- Wide range of sporting opportunities with students frequently following elite pathways
Located in the tranquil bush setting of Warriewood Valley, Mater Maria Catholic School welcomes all families that seek faith-centred learning and quality education for their sons and daughters in Years 7 to 12.
The College prides itself on providing students with an exceptional educational experience focused on deep learning, positive support networks and an infinite array of opportunities. Students are challenged and supported to realise their full potential with a focus on maximising individual growth, celebrating each students’ individual gifts and providing opportunities for a variety of future career pathways.
Graduates of Mater Maria not only do well, they make a positive impact in their local communities and the world in ways that truly matter.
Please come and see for yourself at one of our small group tours by booking here: Book a Tour to start your Mater Maria journey or click here to contact our Enrolment Registrar for more information.
- Engaged in learning
- Positive in their attitude
- Independent by taking personal responsibility to reach their full potential
- Connected by collaborating with teachers and peers
Learning is the primary focus at the College and as a co-educational community our teachers confidently embrace the uniqueness of each student, actively seeking to develop the special gifts that each student has by tailoring learning to their needs.
The College provides opportunities for creative problem solving, critical thinking and instilling a love of lifelong learning.
Mater Maria is a vibrant, nurturing community, providing creative, academic and sport loving students with a diverse program of knowledge and skills to maximise their individual achievement and provide them with the opportunity to flourish beyond school.
The facilities are modern and technologically equipped to offer engaging and creative ways for collaborating, communicating and delivering the curriculum. The site is wirelessly networked to service their ‘Bring Your Own Device’ program.
The College has indoor and outdoor agile learning spaces, new administration and staff facilities, an easily accessible student welfare hub, a new café style canteen and the old parts of the school have been reconfigured into 6 new classrooms, a new junior kitchen, a purpose-built STEM lab that thrives with over 1,000 students each receiving a holistic Catholic education.
It also has specialised learning spaces for electronics, digital learning, drama, fitness, hospitality, languages, music, science, timber, textiles and visual arts.
Students have the benefit of performing and presenting in the Byrne Theatre auditorium and the Marana Complex, which is an impressive gymnasium and gathering space for College events.
In the open air, the Mater Maria Oval, covered outdoor court and cricket nets provide training grounds and pitches for a number of Mater Maria's sporting teams.
Our curriculum is enriched by a diverse range of opportunities, to allow our students to follow their individual interests and share their talents in a more challenging and fulfilling way. Students have the opportunity to be involved in:
- Social Justice initiatives
- Faith formation events e.g. World Youth Day and Australian Catholic Youth Festivals
- An overseas immersion tour as well as sporting and cultural tours
- Sport – a wide variety of representative sports as well as fitness training
- The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
- Performing arts programs including music ensembles and individual tutoring, drama and dance groups
- Creative arts clubs
- Debating and Public speaking
- Various academic competitions e.g. chemistry titration and mock trial
- Environmental stewardship activities
- House based competitions and activities
The College encourages its students to value and respect themselves, build positive relationships and contribute to the welcoming feel that the College is renowned for. At Mater Maria, the inclusive nature of its co-educational setting provides a wide range of natural opportunities for building positive and healthy relationships between girls and boys needed for life after school.
Unique to Mater Maria is a pastoral program for Year 7 students designed to enhance the transition to secondary school. Within the curriculum subject of Transition Skills, Year 7 students participate in Peer Counselling with Year 11 student leaders during Term 1. During the rest of the year, the class teacher delivers a program designed to equip students with skills necessary for the navigation of Year 7 such as conflict resolution, problem solving, study skills for high school and cybersafety.
• Encouraging a sense of community
• Promoting gospel values
• Nurturing the human spirit
• Developing a welcoming, peaceful environment
• Providing opportunities for the realisation of potential
• Education for life
Mater Maria Catholic College is situated on Forest Road at Warriewood. Mater Maria is well serviced by a network of government and private bus services which provide transport to and from the College.
For the latest College timetables, maps and School Travel Pass Application, please visit Transport for NSW.
Mater Maria Catholic College Celebrates Outstanding HSC Results
Mater Maria Catholic College is proud to announce its exceptional HSC results for 2024.
This year, 20% of eligible students achieved an ATAR above 90, with Pacha Saidi becoming the dux of the school with an impressive ATAR of 99.6. Pacha also scored 100% in Beginners French and excelled in Advanced English. Mackenzie Wolfe topped the State in Studies of Religion I, and Taylah Preston joined Pacha on the all-rounders list.
Sixty-eight students were listed as Distinguished Achievers, with 48% of results in the top two bands and over 84% in the top three bands. Notable subject performances included Industrial Technology, Earth and Environmental Science, Music, Advanced English and Studies of Religion.
“These achievements reflect the positive learning culture at Mater Maria, supported by dedicated teachers and a strong community. I am immensely proud of our graduates and look forward to their future contributions,” said Marc Reicher, College Principal. “Mater Maria Catholic College remains committed to celebrating student success and continuing its legacy of academic excellence.”
Welcome
Mater Maria Catholic College is a co-educational school, for Years 7 to 12, located in the tranquil bush setting in Warriewood Valley.
Our College provides young people with an exceptional educational experience focused on learning, positive support networks and an infinite array of opportunities grounded in our shared College values of Community, Hospitality, Justice, Spirituality and Stewardship.
Our College provides an engaging, technology-complemented learning environment where both students and teachers are challenged to increase the learning gain for each individual. Quality transformational learning is our focus and through flexible learning structures and informed by the latest professional practice our teachers guide our students to nurture curiosity, develop quality relationships and achieve their personal best.
Graduates of Mater Maria not only do well, they make a positive impact in their local communities and the world in ways that matter. These pages provide a glimpse of the special opportunities provided to your sons and daughters at our College.
Welcome to the College, please feel free to come and see for yourself on our annual Open Day or book a tour.
Anthony Mahoney, College Principal
Guided by Faith, Led with Compassion: Mr Anthony Mahoney Joins Mater Maria
We are delighted to welcome
Mr Anthony Mahoney as the new Principal of Mater Maria Catholic College. With extensive experience in Catholic education, Mr Mahoney is committed to ensuring that all students are valued and encouraged to succeed, whatever their individual needs.
Most recently, Mr Mahoney served as a Strategy Lead for Catholic Schools Broken Bay and has a proven track record in Acting Principal and System Leadership roles. Known for his calm, thoughtful, and pastoral approach, he has earned the respect and admiration of colleagues, students, and families alike.
At Mater Maria, Mr Mahoney leads a dedicated team of educators, focused on providing authentic, professional Catholic education delivered with care and compassion. His leadership reflects and strengthens the College’s foundational values of Community, Hospitality, Justice, Spirituality, and Stewardship - values deeply woven into the fabric of our Catholic faith.
The College prides itself on maintaining an excellent reputation within the local and broader community. Nestled in the peaceful bushland of Warriewood, Mater Maria offers a rich and holistic education that balances academic achievement with personal growth. Mr Mahoney’s vision is to continue nurturing this vibrant environment - where every student is challenged to achieve their personal best and supported to grow as compassionate, thoughtful, faith filled individuals.
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Mater Maria Catholic College – Warriewood
Warriewood,
New South Wales
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| Mater Maria Catholic College celebrates outstanding HSC results! | School News | 13/03/25 15:50:19 |
| Mater Maria Catholic College Celebrates Outstanding HSC Results | School News | 09/01/25 17:05:01 |
