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First Loreto. Then the world.

Established in 1897, Loreto Normanhurst is a leading Catholic, independent day and boarding school for girls from Year 5 to Year 12, located on Sydney’s Upper North Shore. Set on more than 25 acres, the campus features extensive sporting facilities including an aquatic centre, tennis and basketball courts, and an oval, and is within walking distance of Normanhurst Station, with easy access to the M1, M2 and M7. Sydney CBD is approximately 40 minutes by train.

Who is a Loreto girl?

A Loreto girl is…

Unapologetically herself.
Has a strong sense of justice and compassion; a sense of self and integrity; a sense of fun and humour.
Espouses a gentle feminism through their active participation in community, their confidence of voice and their curiosity.
An ‘eyes up’ girl – engaging confidently with others, speaking her mind, and actively participating in the world around her.
A ‘thank you’ girl – aware of her privilege, grateful for opportunities, and responsible in her actions.
A ‘hello’ girl – always up for a chat, seeking connection, and fostering community.

Boarding

Boarding is available from Year 7 to Year 12 and is a central part of school life. The boarding community includes students from rural and regional NSW, metropolitan Sydney, expatriate and overseas families, with over 85% of boarders from rural NSW. Year 7 is the main entry point for boarding, with most girls—day and boarding—starting together, supporting a smooth transition and strong peer connections.

McCabe House, the school’s new purpose‑built boarding house, is opening in the coming months. It provides increased capacity, flexible accommodation, dedicated study and communal spaces, and a strong focus on sustainability and connection to the wider campus. Watch the McCabe House video below to find out more.

Loreto Normanhurst offers a flexible boarding model that supports academic progress, wellbeing and extra‑curricular involvement. Boarders benefit from structured study, strong pastoral care, and full participation in school life.

Hear from Year 7 boarder Maia, as she presents at Open Day about her experience in boarding so far.

Award-winning model of education

A Loreto education places equal emphasis on learning and on building relationships in a caring community. Our unique and robust Loreto Normanhurst Student Growth Model (LNSGM) motivates our students to be life-long learners and critical thinkers dedicated to all areas of our FACE Curriculum – Faith, Academic, Community and Extra-curricular. Guided by an active faith, we prioritise social justice and encourage students to take action in service of their communities.

The success of the model in the academic realm is evident in the school’s strong results. In the 2025 HSC, Loreto Normanhurst achieved:

11 All‑Round Achievers
5 Top Achievers in Course, including First in Course in Drama
131 students on the Distinguished Achievers List (316 mentions)
Ranked 40th overall in NSW and 4th among Catholic schools

We provide access to our unique brand of holistic learning to rural, regional and Indigenous students through the schools’ boarding program. Specific places are available through the school’s Equity and First Nations Scholarships for those who may not otherwise be able to access a Loreto education.

Our Principal

Ms Marina Ugonotti is Principal of Loreto Normanhurst. She is passionate about education and working with young people and is committed to developing strong, caring, future-focused learners who are ready to make change in the world.

Hear Marina’s Open Day presentation.

Visit us and tour our school

We invite you to explore our school via our Virtual Tours or book a Twilight Tour.

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