Education station: choosing the right schools in Armstrong Creek

When it comes to education, Greater Geelong and the Surf Coast is home to an abundance of highly regarded government and private schools.

Right here in Armstrong Creek, quality education is virtually on your doorstep, with a range of primary and secondary schools all within 4km of your new home.

Read on to discover some of the schools closest to Anchoridge.

St Catherines of Siena

Just 2kms from Anchoridge, St Catherines of Siena is an affordable and inclusive non-government primary school, open to all children living in the Armstrong Creek area.

The school provides local children with a nurturing learning environment where they can feel safe and valued. Led by Principal Donna Bryce, St Catherines of Siena gives children the opportunity to engage in their learning confidently and feel empowered to excel.

Features of the school include a two-storey teaching and learning and administration area, an adventure playground, grass play areas as well as a basketball/netball court.

To find out more, visit their website.

Iona College

Since opening in 2020, Iona College has established itself as Armstrong Creek’s first co-education, catholic P-12 school, just 4kms from Anchoridge. Led by Principal Damien McKew, Iona College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.

With state-of-the-art facilities and a comprehensive integrated curriculum, Iona College provides a robust learning program designed to engage and inspire all students on their learning journey.

With major developments still ongoing, the total building cost of Iona College is anticipated to top $65 million, promising a bright future into the current and future generations of students attending the college.

Visit their website for more information.

Oberon High School

Servicing the Geelong region for over 50 years, Oberon High School is a government high school committed to fostering the development of young people.

With a long history of sustained academic excellence, led by Principal Tim McMahon, Oberon High School’s students, teachers and parents make up a diverse learning community and believe high expectations empower secondary students to take responsibility for their learning.

With strong educational programs and dedicated pastoral care allocated to every developmental stage of the high school experience, Oberon High School nourishes each student’s intellectual, physical, social and emotional wellbeing, every step of the way.

Oberon High School is conveniently located just 2.8kms from Anchoridge.

To find out more, visit their website here.

Armstrong Creek School

Proudly servicing the wider Armstrong Creek community, Armstrong Creek School is a government primary school that provides a safe and nurturing envrionment for children to learn and reach their personal best, no matter their ability or circumstance.

Led by Evan Savage, Armstrong Creek School fosters an environment in which all teaching, learning experiences and approaches are appropriately adapted to suit the learning needs of every child, supporting them to achieve success in their learning.

With state-of-the-art facilities as well as flexible and adaptive learning spaces, the school offers an inclusive community environment with contemporary and high quality teaching.

Just 2.4kms from Anchoridge, you can learn more about Armstrong Creek School here.

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