The McDonald College
17 George Street, North Strathfield, New South Wales 2137
About the Business
Welcome to The McDonald College, an independent, non-denominational, co-educational K – 12 school located in North Strathfield, Australia. We are not just your average school - we are a unique institution that offers a perfect blend of academic excellence and a strong emphasis on performing arts and performance sports.
Founded in 1984 by three visionary women, The McDonald College was the first school of its kind in Australia. Our founders had a bold idea - to create a place where young people could pursue their passion for the arts and receive top-notch performance training while still receiving a rigorous academic education. Today, we continue to remain true to their vision, providing our students with a truly exceptional learning experience.
While Classical Ballet and Dance have been at the heart of our institution since its inception, we have expanded our offerings to include all streams of Performing Arts and even Performance Sports such as Elite Tennis and Rhythmic Gymnastics. Our students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in their chosen art form while also receiving a well-rounded education.
At The McDonald College, we believe that performance training goes beyond just honing artistic skills. Our students develop highly transferable skills such as self-discipline, time management, empathy, humility, adaptability, and resilience. These skills are invaluable and can be applied to any career path they choose to pursue in the future.
In addition to our exceptional programs, we also host various events and programs throughout the year that are open to the public. Whether you are a student of The McDonald College or not, you can be a part of our vibrant community and experience the talent and dedication of our students.
We are proud to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which our institution stands - the Burramattagal, Bediagal, and Wangal people of the Eora Nation. We are committed to honoring and respecting their rich cultural heritage.
Come and explore The McDonald College, where passion meets academic excellence and dreams are nurtured. Join us on this extraordinary journey of discovery, growth, and achievement.
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17 George Street, North Strathfield, New South Wales 2137, Australia
Opening hours
Monday:
08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
08:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
08:00 - 17:00
Friday:
08:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"I do not recommend, try other performing arts schools, Like APGS, Village Nation, Brent Street etc. This school is overrated, the students can be absolutely horrible, we left because of this."
"Henry has been at the McDonald College since year five, and the school has been extremely supportive throughout his journey that has taken him to the Royal Ballet School (upper house) later this year. We could not be happier with the development and progress he has made under their supervision and he can’t wait to start the next chapter of his dancing journey. Neither of us as parents have a dancing or ballet background, and so the support, patience and assistance we received from the school was amazing. Thanks again to the McDonald College and all of the teachers and staff over the last 6 years. We would highly recommend the school to anyone whose children have similar aspirations. Mark and Kate."
"The school used to be fantastic until the new Vice Principal joined (David Garner). The School is no longer about performing arts and talent, instead about who the teachers like."
"We especially appreciate the support of the Music steam in Performing Arts at McDonald College especially Ms Birmingham, Katia & Paul, that all encourage my daughter's creative development. We appreciate the environment that The McDonald College helps to foster student's development, which wouldn’t have thrived in a standard school environment."
"My daughter is a changed kid just after 1 week at the college. She is finally excited to go to school and is so happy. The small & intimate classes are just what she needs to get her confidence back with her academic work. The high standard of performing arts is exactly what she needs to excel out of her comfort zone. The communication and genuine care for her is confirmation that we have made the right decision for the rest of her schooling."
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