MacKillop raises the bar for Palmerston
MACKILLOP Catholic College is a leader in quality secondary education in our region.
We strive to exceed expectations and live by our motto, “Lead with Courage”, innovating a standard of excellence throughout the entire educational experience that raises the bar for the Top End.
We work with young people from a wide variety of backgrounds and abilities, and ensure that each and every child is given every opportunity and encouragement to achieve to their maximum potential.
The most recent NAPLAN data demonstrates a trend of substantial increase in academic performance by MacKillop students as they progress through our College from Year 7, graduating Year 12 well prepared for their lives ahead.
We attribute our success to strong links between home and school, high quality staff, and a permeating sense of college pride.
This being said, the numbers are not all that sets us apart. MacKillop excels in the arts, boasting one of the most well-resourced instrumental music programs in the Top End, and our prowess in dance and drama is clearly evident in the success of our musical productions. The College has also triumphed in the sporting arena, most recognisably in rugby league and netball.
We are also becoming known for our adventurous journeys, including our overseas cultural exchange trips, biennial ski trip, and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions.
This year alone students have travelled to Japan and Africa, and we have an upcoming student tour of Indonesia planned for 2018.
Students at MacKillop are prepared for the fast changing world of the future, with access to state-of-the-art mathematics, science and technology facilities and highly qualified teachers, and a forward-thinking elective IT and STEM curriculum.
Additionally, MacKillop is highly regarded for its Inclusion Support Department, giving every student the opportunity to be the absolute best they can be, regardless of any challenges they may face.
There is a bright future ahead for MacKillop Catholic College and its students, leading the way for many years to come.
We invite you to find out more at http://www.mackillopnt.catholic.edu.au.