As a parent myself, I understand the importance of finding the right school for your child. It’s a big step starting school. You want a place that they will flourish emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially. A place where you know that they are safe, happy and being nurtured to be the best version of […]
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Landing Page – Prep
Choosing a school for your little one is a huge decision NO APPLICATION FEE To help families, we have no enrolment application fee. So you can complete an online application form, and have a tour of our school without any out-of-pocket expense. Have you paid an enrolment acceptance fee elsewhere? No problem, even if you have […]
Transitioning Back to School
As our MacKillop students in Prep and Year 1 head back to school, we need to acknowledge the super human effort of our MacKillop parents, teachers and especially the students themselves. Children usually experience a mix of emotions when it comes to going back to school after a long break (think Summer holidays ….). Our […]
College Principal’s Update
When we commenced this school year soon after Australia Day, I doubt if any of us could have imagined the health, social and economic landscape we are traversing just now. The effects of these massive changes that have befallen us, turning much of life upside down, have yet to be fully comprehended, especially for our […]
Cairns’ Most Affordable Catholic College
At MacKillop Catholic College, we strive to keep education accessible for all our families.
Personalised VIP Tours
Come and have a sticky beak – with a personalised VIP tour. Due to ongoing community health concerns, our planned Open Twilight Sticky Beak event will now be held as a series of personalised (one-on-one) VIP tours of our college facilities. You are still able to win the $500 Harvey Norman gift card. Book in […]
Mackillop Way Awards
Our weekly awards presented at every Friday’s Assembly recognise students, who in their demonstrated attitudes and behaviour choices, have a lived understanding of the Mackillop Way. Our College values are based on core Christian values and form the basis of the MacKillop Way : In the spirit of Christ and following the example of St […]
Bus Services
Kinetic runs both a northern and southern service to MacKillop. All students from Prep to Year 12 are eligible to travel on Kinetic. Details of the services, routes, timetable and ticketing can be accessed through the Kinetic website. Please make all enquiries regarding these services to Kinetic directly. School Transport Assistance The Non State Schools […]
End of Year Reflection
As the end of the year draws closer, there are three standout observations we should celebrate together! We have the most hardworking, kind-hearted students who show everyday their amazing ability to work together, adapt to challenges and embrace every learning opportunity that comes their way. Our students are so keen to engage in their learning […]
Advent
As the year progresses the College community moves towards the liturgical season of Advent and Christmas. Commencing Friday 15 November, the focus of the prayer assemblies will be on the events narrated in the Gospels that lead to the birth of Jesus. We invite all family members and friends to the College to join in […]