William Clarke College is located in the heart of Kellyville. The K–12 College is highly regarded for its strong Christian foundation, the quality of its pastoral care and the strength of relationships between students, teachers and parents. Our aim is to provide students with a high quality Christian education and many opportunities to excel in sport, music and drama. A William Clarke education involves academic study and a rich variety of co-curricular activities. All programs are designed to challenge each student to fully develop their learning and leadership skills so they are equipped to make a Christian difference in the world as graduates. In Junior School (Years K–4), students will benefit from unique teaching teams where two qualified teachers co-teach classes until lunch every day, maximising individual student engagement. That’s a teacher-student ratio of 1:10 in Years K–2 and 1:12 in Years 3–4.
Facilities: Established in 1988, the College enjoys expansive grounds and impressive teaching and learning facilities. The College also prides itself on extensive music facilities, a designated drama space, commercial grade kitchens and multi-purpose courts.
Electives Years 9 and 10: Students in Years 9 and 10 study courses for the School Certificate by completing mandatory subjects and also two elective subjects in a variety of areas. Electives are offered in any given year subject to a reasonable number of students selecting that course.
Electives Years 11 and 12: Christian Development and English are compulsory. Students can then choose from a wide range of academic and vocational courses leading up to the HSC. Electives are offered in any given year subject to a reasonable number of students selecting that course.
Sport: A large range of sports is available for students to participate in which includes representative teams competing against other local independent schools and regular house sport competitions.
Co-curricular activities: Students are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities to help develop a balanced lifestyle. Music ensembles are available along with drama groups, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, debating and public speaking, chess groups and dance troupes. Students who wish to start a new “club” are encouraged to do so with teacher support.
Welfare and personal development: The Pastoral Care System. Students are given the opportunity to associate with staff and develop strong friendships with students from other year groups. The Pastoral Care program also builds resilience, confidence and compassion. This is achieved through:
Vertical tutor groups of around 18 students of varying ages, with teachers appointed to provide individual care and support; — Membership in one of 12 houses with around 90 students from Years 5 to 12; — Weekly Chapel services and Christian Development Classes — Opportunity to attend GLO (the student-led Christian group).