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Guiding boys to great futures
Hartford College is Australia’s first Liberal Arts school for boys (years 5-12) based in Sydney’s South East.

Our highly regarded mentoring program, unique liberal arts curriculum and parent focussed philosophy sets Hartford apart.

Now taking applications for Year 5, 6 and 7 - 2023.
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Parent Info Evening
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Parent information evening
Come and see!
When: Tuesday, 20 September, Tuesday, 11 October
Time: 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: Hartford College, 33 Banks Ave, Daceyville
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Try Hartford Day
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Try Hartford Day
A Good Use of the Upcoming School Holidays
When: Friday, 30 September & Wednesday, 5 October
Time: 9am to 2:30pm
Where: Hartford College, 33 Banks Ave, Daceyville
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Paving a brighter path for educating boys

You want your son to have his talents noticed, to thrive at school, and to develop good character – so do we. Today’s young men need a personal, holistic and inspiring education to become the best they can be for themselves and society. That’s what we strive to deliver every day, with the support of our parents.

MEET OUR SCHOOL LEADERS

Why choose Hartford College?

Our educational model, ethos and approach are the perfect fit for aspirational parents and hardworking boys.

Holistic approach

We take a holistic approach to education – one that integrates the pursuit of academic excellence with lessons in human virtue.

Personal attention

By keeping our classroom numbers small and providing one-on-one mentoring, we ensure that each boy is known, nurtured and valued.

Catholic ethos

Our Catholic beliefs and values inform our curriculum and are lived day to day through the example of our staff and support of our school chaplain.

Parental collaboration

Parent support and input is key to our educational model. It’s crucial for us to work together so that we can guide your son to academic and life success.

Character development

Becoming a kind, resilient, confident young man is just as important as results. We build curiosity, motivation and fine moral character.

Academic pioneering

We use modern teaching methods and innovative digital technologies to deliver a strong liberal arts curriculum.

LEARN MORE ABOUT HARTFORD

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Parent Information Evening: 20 September, 11 October

Date Tuesday 20 September Tuesday 11 October Time: 7 pm Address: Hartford College, 33 Banks Ave, Daceyville Come and learn more about Hartford College. With a strong mentoring program, and a focus on the Liberal Arts in the Western Tradition, Hartford College is the first of its kind in Australia. The information evening will provide…

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C. S. Lewis on the Western Tradition

What is “Old Western Culture”? In the video below Wes Callihan talks about how C. S. Lewis gave a speech when moved from Oxford to teach at Cambridge. He discussed how throughout Western history there have been many great moments and periods, but there was a shift in how we thought about history and culture…

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Hartford Celebrates Local STEM Achievement

At Hartford College we applaud ground-breaking achievements in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). An education with a Liberal Arts emphasis adds meaning to the wonderful exploratory world of Science. Nearby University of New South Wales provides many examples and a wealth of inspiring career paths for our students. A recent break-through…

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Try Hartford Day! 30 Sept | 5 Oct

Hartford College will be running two “Try Hartford Days” these upcoming school holidays. Friday 30th of September Wednesday 5th of October From 9am to 2:30pm The day invites parents to drop off their son at Hartford College, allowing their son to enjoy Hartford student experience! “Try Hartford Day” will include fun activities including: A computer…

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Hartford College Promo Video

We have a new promo video out now where Principal Frank Monagle says a few words about Hartford College. Keep an eye out in your local cinemas, you may just get a chance to see us on the big screen! Express your Interest to Enrolling your Son – Hartford College  

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Five Great Works in a Liberal Arts Education

Although there are many new liberal arts educational institutions emerging across Australia, many of us have not personally enjoyed such a course or curriculum. Martin Cothran, at Memoria Press (of which Hartford College will source some of its materials from) discusses the most important works to read in order to start your journey in a…

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The Liberal Arts: Introduction

The Liberal Arts has an extensive history that finds its roots in the classical world of Greece and Rome and has been taught for many centuries until more recent times. Throughout history the aim of an education in the liberal arts was to form not only the mind, but the whole individual, by cultivating a…

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Try Hartford Day! A Good Use of the Upcoming School Holidays

Hartford College will be running two “Try Hartford Days” these upcoming school holidays. Thursday 7th and Wednesday 13th of July, both from 9am to 2:30pm. The day invites parents to drop off their son at Hartford College, allowing their son to enjoy Hartford student experience! “Try Hartford Day” will include fun activities including: Sport Trivia…

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Hartford Pioneers in New Liberal Arts School Curriculum

Hartford College, Australia’s first Catholic Liberal Arts Highschool for boys (based in Sydney’s Daceyville), invited over 30 thought leaders in education to participate in Hartford’s Liberal Arts Symposium over the weekend (Saturday, 7 May). The Symposium welcomed speakers and guests including Dr Kevin Donnelly AM, Dr Robert Carver, Dr Andrew Mullins and many others. Some…

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Express your Interest for Enrolling your Son

If you would like to learn more about Hartford College, express your interest in enrolling your son or would like to meet the Principal, Mr Frank Monagle, please fill in the form below:  

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Dr Tim Hawkes OAM

Educator, Author & Leadership Consultant

As an educator, I'm always excited when parents engage with the schooling of their children. Research suggests parental interest in education is one of the best predictors of learning success in children.

The Hartford College initiative is an exciting example of parental collaboration and commitment to educational excellence. It deserves to flourish and all the more so given that character development and faith advancement lie at the centre of its educational offering. Dr Tim Hawkes OAMI wish Hartford College every success.

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Professor Renée Köhler-Ryan

Head of School of Philosophy and Theology
University of Notre Dame

It is becoming increasingly evident that the liberal arts are the best preparation for a child’s life, no matter what challenges he may face in the future. Hartford boys will emerge from their education knowing their cultural roots and having developed imaginative ways to address problems and issues in contemporary society. The education promises to be as rich and engaging as it is rigorous and sound. The College will contribute generations of virtuous young men capable of transforming the world in their daily Christian lives.

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Hon John Anderson AO FTSE

Chair of the Crawford Fund
Former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia

I am genuinely interested in Hartford College as a place in which real and high-quality investment is made in the pastoral, mental and physical development of Australian boys, and I sincerely believe it is needed. Our children, and particularly our boys, are unquestionably the victims of the ‘culture wars‘ that now rage in our society, and the raw statistics confirm the price they are paying.

The levels of anxiety, depression and self-harm amongst our young people are unprecedented and worrying. It is beyond important that every effort is made to nurture the men of tomorrow, for their sakes and the very future of our cherished freedoms in this land of opportunity.

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Are you passionate about educating greatness?

We’re currently looking to employ teachers of the highest calibre to join us in our mission to educate young men in mind, character and faith. If you’re interested in a challenging fulfilling career move, please get in touch.

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