Enrolments College Tours


Our identity is anchored in our Mercy values. They live every day in the way our students support one another and engage with the world around them. Whether that is exploring new interests in Year 7 or preparing for life beyond our gates, our students are surrounded by a network of dedicated staff and peers who champion their success.

Our students make up the heart of our College. We invite you to experience the energy of our community first-hand and see how a Sacred Heart education can empower your student to thrive. 

Enrolment Timeline

It is never too early to join the Sacred Heart community. While formal applications do not open until your student is in Grade 6, we encourage families to register their interest early.

By joining our Future Enrolments list, you will:

  • Receive invitations to community events.
  • Be the first to know when Discovery Day and Guided Tour dates are announced.
  • Receive a direct notification the moment enrolment applications open for your student’s intake year.

 

Formal applications for Year 7 enrolment are accepted during the year when your student is in Grade 6.

JanuaryApplications Open: Via our website.
February/MarchDiscovery Day: Our premier event for prospective families to view our College in action.
March to MayGuided Tours: Group tours for those who missed Discovery Day or want a closer look. Bookings required. 
MayApplications Close: Formal applications must be submitted by the first Friday in May.
JuneOffers Extended: Enrolment offers are emailed to successful families in mid-to-late June.

Once an enrolment offer is accepted, the journey into our community truly begins. We are committed to ensuring every student feels confident, connected and excited as they move from primary to secondary school.

  • Collaborative Transition: We work closely with your student’s current primary school to gather essential transition information. This partnership helps us understand each individual's unique strengths and learning needs, which directly informs how we organise class groups and prepare for the commencement of their secondary education.
  • Family Welcome Night: A dedicated evening for the whole family to meet our staff, connect with other new families and learn more about the practicalities of life at Sacred Heart.
  • Orientation Day: An exciting day for all incoming Year 7 students to meet their future classmates, experience a 'day in the life' at the College and begin building lifelong friendships before their first day in January.

2027 Applications

2027 Year 7 applications have now closed. 
Any applications received will be added to our waiting list. 

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Current Year Applications

Applications are welcome for the current school year. Please submit your application and our Admissions Officer will notify you of any current vacancies or waiting list opportunities.

Enrolment Queries? 
Please contact Ebony Courtney, College Admissions Officer. 
P. 5221 4211
E. admissions@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au 

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Enrolment Criteria

As a Mercy College with a strong community focus, all applications are assessed according to the following priorities:

Priority OneSiblings of students and students of staff members
Priority TwoCatholic student in a Catholic school
Priority ThreeCatholic student in a non-Catholic school
Priority FourCatholic student, baptised only, at a non-Catholic school
Priority FiveNon-Catholic student at a Catholic school
Priority SixNon-Catholic student at a non-Catholic school

The Principal reserves the right to vary the application of the above priority list.