Simonds Catholic College is an open entry school and generally students are accepted in order of application with preference given to current families. We welcome all prospective families to book to visit us during one of our regular Talk and Tours to help decide if Simonds is the right school for your son.
You may also like to download or request our Prospectus, where you will find out more about our programs, as well as the more practical aspects including fees and transport.
Limited places for 2020 entry are currently available at all year levels. Please contact the Registrar for details.
Key Enrolment Dates for Year 7 2021 Enrolments
First Round Applications Close: 23 August 2019
Letters of Offer Posted: 25 October 2019
Second Round Applications Close: 17 April 2020
Letters of Offer Posted: 12 June 2020
Missed the 2021 first round enrolment cut off? Please contact the Registrar.
Registrar: Mrs Maria De Fazio
Phone: 9321 9207
Email: info@sccmelb.catholic.edu.au
HOW TO APPLY FOR ENROLMENT
The enrolment process of Simonds Catholic College operates within the Enrolment Guidelines of the Melbourne Catholic Education Office. Students who are Catholic receive priority when enrolling; however, Simonds welcomes enrolment applications from other Christian and religious traditions.
Year 7 Entry
To apply for a Year 7 place at Simonds, whether you are from a Catholic, Government or Independent school, follow the four easy steps to enrol
Step One - Apply
Download and complete the Enrolment Application Form or pick up a hardcopy from the St Mary’s Campus office. Return fully completed Enrolment Form in person to the St Mary’s Campus office, by mail or email to the Registrar accompanied by a copy of your son's Birth Certificate, Year 5 NAPLAN report and the most recent Semester Report . If your son was born overseas, copies of the Permanent Residency or Visa documents are required.
Step Two - Interview
Attend an enrolment interview with the College Principal. The Registrar will contact you regarding your application and, if there is a position available, will arrange an interview with the Principal. An application for enrolment but does not guarantee a place.
Step Three – Offer of place
Upon a successful interview, a Letter of Offer will be posted to families around the beginning of Term 2 the year prior to commencing Year 7
Step Four - Accepting the offer
Upon accepting a place at Simonds Catholic College, a non-refundable Acceptance Fee of $265 is payable to confirm your son’s enrolment. This fee will be deducted from your family’s first fee account.
Year 8-12 Entry or Year 7-12 Mid Year Entry
Entry at other year levels or mid year placements for Years 7-12 can be accommodated if places are available. Once an Enrolment Form and required documentation has been received, the Principal will conduct an interview with the student and his parents/guardians. Upon acceptance, a non-refundable Acceptance Fee of $265 is payable to confirm your son’s enrolment; this fee will be deducted from your family’s first fee account.