OUR STORY

St Stephen’s School was the first School established by the Uniting Church (WA) following its inception in 1977, uniting Methodist, Presbyterian and Congregational churches. The School was established in 1984 at the current Duncraig campus site. As Perth’s northern corridor continued to flourish the Carramar campus was built and officially opened in 2001. In 2011, an Early Learning Centre for Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2 opened at Hepburn Heights, Padbury completing St Stephen’s School’s multi-campus, co-educational Pre-K to Year 12 offerings for families in Perth’s North.  

OUR MOTTO

The School’s motto - Serve God, Serve One Another is supported by our Service Learning program where St Stephen’s School students work with groups and communities on a local, national and international scale, to make their world a better place. These service opportunities, combined with our mission to inspire learning that transforms lives, shape our students into well-rounded graduates, who are ready to step into the world.

OUR STUDENTS

We welcome Students from all faiths and backgrounds into the St Stephen’s School community. In the Early Years our play-based learning program fosters curiosity and a growth mindset. In Secondary, our students are encouraged to follow their unique academic pathway through ATAR or Vocational Education opportunities. Throughout a student’s time at the school they are supported with pastoral care on a number of levels, including special programs for specific year groups, on site psychologists and a House program that fosters belonging, mentoring and leadership.

OUR COMMUNITY

They say being a student in today’s world is difficult, but so is being a parent, which is why we offer additional support through after hours workshops and guest lectures as well as large community events that foster connections with fellow parents.

St Stephen’s School’s Scholarship program aims to encourage and recognise students in their pursuit of excellence.

Scholarships provide full or part remission of tuition fees for the period of the Scholarship and are usually awarded until the recipient graduates from St Stephen’s School.

Students who are awarded scholarships are expected to demonstrate exemplary character and behaviour that aligns with the School’s values and recipients are expected to fully participate in the life of the School.

A range of Scholarships are awarded annually:

Academic Scholarship

Recognises students who demonstrate a high level of academic ability and is designed to attract and retain academically accomplished students to contribute to the reputation of St Stephen’s School and contribute to the academic standards all students aspire to.

Community Excellence Scholarships

Celebrate students who seek extraordinary opportunities and pathways to personal excellence who will contribute enthusiastically and wholeheartedly to the St Stephen’s School community.

Instrumental Music Scholarship

Recognises students who demonstrate excellent music aptitude and ability on their chosen instrument.

Music Instrument of Need Scholarship

Is specifically awarded to encourage students to learn an instrument that will help to balance the need of ensembles within the School.

Home Away from Home Scholarship

Is awarded to regional students to improve their access to educational opportunities, while rewarding their academic efforts, involvement in co-curricular activities, commitment to community involvement and good conduct. (Open to regional students only). This Scholarship is open year round with no closing date for applications.

From Our Principal
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to St Stephen’s School.
St Stephen’s is a Christ-centred, student-focused and community-based School. Our personalised approach to learning and strong tradition of high-quality teaching encourages St Stephen’s students to lay foundations for their chosen pathways.
Students flourish when values are aligned and the relationship between home and school is strong. We welcome not just students but their whole families into our close-knit community. Together we can cultivate success and produce mature and balanced young men and women.
The School’s motto to Serve God, Serve One Another is supported by our service learning program where St Stephen’s students work with groups and communities on a local, national and international scale, to make their world a better place.
These service opportunities, combined with our mission to inspire learning that transforms lives, shape our students into well-rounded graduates, ready to take their next step into the world.
Academic results provide a great foundation, and are encouraged at St Stephen’s. However, it’s qualities like flexibility, teamwork, service, leadership and humility – all acquired from a St Stephen’s School education - that prove most attractive and sought-after by employers in this constantly-changing world.
As a parent of two wonderful girls myself, our goal is to provide your child with a place where they belong to a community that gives them the best platform for their future.
I encourage you to attend one of our School tours where you can meet staff, talk to students and see the facilities and talents of our community.
I hope to see you soon.
Mrs Donella Beare
Principal