Dominican Education Australia Ltd

It draws inspiration from Jesus Christ and the spirit of St Dominic, continuing traditions and grace from its founding congregations to guide Catholic education and formation in Australia.

Hunters Hill, NSW (view contact and location information)

ABN: 54610124322

Founded and registered on 01/11/2016
on the ACNC Charity Register.

How This Charity Supports the Community

Dominican Education Australia Ltd is a Ministerial Public Juridic Person established in 2016 by three congregations of Dominican Sisters: the Dominican Sisters of North Adelaide, the Holy Cross Congregation of Dominican Sisters in Adelaide, and the Dominican Sisters of Eastern Australia and the Solomon Islands. It provides canonical and civil governance for six educational ministries across New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia, continuing a legacy of Catholic education inspired by the spirit of St Dominic and the Gospel.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Dominican Education Australia Ltd is to nurture its Education Ministries as places of excellence in teaching and learning within the Catholic tradition. It aims to create inclusive, caring, and welcoming educational communities that foster critical thinking, self-confidence, and a commitment to social justice. The vision is to enliven and extend the works of the founding Dominican Congregations, inspired by Jesus Christ and St Dominic’s legacy, ensuring the ongoing vitality of Dominican education in Australia.

Main Objectives

Provide governance and stewardship for six Dominican educational ministries.
Promote a holistic learning environment that supports both teachers and students to reach their full potential.
Maintain and develop the Catholic identity and Dominican charism in education.
Encourage outreach and social justice initiatives within the school communities.
Support formation programs that embed the Dominican tradition of contemplation and truth-seeking.

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are students attending the six Dominican schools, which include children and young people from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities. Additionally, teachers, staff, and the wider school communities benefit from the support and formation provided by DEA, fostering a strong sense of belonging and shared mission.

Services and Activities

Overseeing the canonical governance and civil management of six schools: Cabra Dominican College, St Dominic’s Priory College, St Lucy’s School, St Mary’s College, Santa Sabina College, and Siena College.
Providing formation programs for trustees, leaders, and educators to deepen their understanding of the Dominican charism and Catholic mission.
Supporting educational excellence through strategic planning, leadership development, and resource management.
Encouraging social outreach and justice-focused initiatives aligned with Dominican values.
Facilitating collaboration among the schools to share best practices and strengthen the Dominican educational identity.

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Dominican Education Australia Ltd
3 Mary St
Hunters Hill NSW 2110
Australia

0490 370 900

admin@dominicaneducationaustralia.com

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