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Clubs da Vinci Decathlon, Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Leadership
Stages Early Years, Primary, Secondary
Introduction
St Peter's Girls' School is an independent Anglican girls' school in Stonyfell, Adelaide, founded in 1894. An IB World School offering education from Early Learning Centre through to Year 12, the school combines strong academic programmes with leadership development, arts, sport and pastoral care in a supportive all-girls environment.
St Peter's Girls' School has 600 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Stonyfell, approximately 5km from Adelaide CBD, South Australia
Stages
The school spans ELC (Early Learning Centre) to Year 12, covering Junior School, Middle School and Senior School.
Type
St Peter's Girls' School is an independent Anglican girls' day school and IB World School.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Primarily Australian students with international student enrolment available. The school has a Reconciliation Action Plan demonstrating commitment to Indigenous engagement.
Additional learning support
The school offers the EDGE programme for gifted education, catering to high-achieving students with enrichment and extension opportunities.
Country affiliation
Australia
Religious affiliation
Anglican
School day structure
The school operates as a day school with after-school care (OSHC) and vacation care available.
Bus service
Bus transport services are provided for students.
Fees
Fee schedules are available from the school. Fees are structured to encompass the total costs associated with the standard of schooling provided. Contact the admissions office for current fee information.
Academics
St Peter's Girls' School teaches IB Diploma, Australian for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme at the senior level alongside Australian curriculum pathways. The EDGE programme provides gifted education opportunities, and the Career.Ready programme prepares students for post-school pathways.
Higher Education Progression
The school publishes Year 12 results and offers the Career.Ready programme to support students in their transition to higher education and professional pathways.
Gifted and Talented
The EDGE programme caters to gifted students with enrichment and extension activities. Students also participate in the da Vinci Decathlon academic competition.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care is a core component of school life, delivered through the house system. The school prioritises the wellbeing and personal development of each student.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides additional learning support for students who need it, alongside the EDGE programme for gifted learners.
Mental Wellbeing
The school implements wellbeing programmes including the Pocket Points system, with pastoral care delivered through the house system.
Admissions
Admissions
School tours are available for prospective families and an online application portal is provided. The school accepts international student enrolments and offers scholarship opportunities. Contact the admissions office or apply online through the school website.
Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities are available for prospective students.
FAQs
What age range does St Peter's Girls' School accept?
The school accepts girls from Early Learning Centre (approximately age 3) through to Year 12 (age 18).
Is St Peter's Girls' an IB World School?
Yes, the school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme at the senior school level.
Where is St Peter's Girls' School located?
The school is located in Stonyfell, approximately 5 kilometres from Adelaide CBD in South Australia.
Does the school offer a bus service?
Yes, bus transport services are provided for students.
What is the school's religious affiliation?
St Peter's Girls' School is an Anglican school, founded in 1894 with Anglican heritage and values.
Does the school offer gifted education?
Yes, the EDGE programme caters to gifted and high-achieving students with enrichment and extension opportunities.
What arts are offered at the school?
The school offers comprehensive arts programmes including dance, drama, music and visual arts.
What leadership programmes are available?
The school offers the #EMPOW_HER_ empowerment programme and Leadership Matters initiative to develop confidence and leadership skills.
Is after-school care available?
Yes, the school provides OSHC (Out of School Hours Care) and vacation care programmes.
Does the school accept international students?
Yes, international student enrolment is available and the school provides support for international families.
Are scholarships available?
Yes, scholarship opportunities are available for prospective students.
When was St Peter's Girls' School founded?
The school was founded in 1894, giving it over 130 years of educational tradition in Adelaide.
