Iona College Enrolments Now Open

We have reached another exciting milestone in the life of our college with enrolments opening today. We have prepared an online form to receive applications which can be accessed here: https://iona.vic.edu.au/enrolment-form/

Feel free to share this with any friends who have students entering year seven in 2020.

For those of you who wish to learn more about Iona before lodging an application, our builders have been working hard to prepare an administration facility where I will be able to meet with families and take them through a virtual tour of the college. This office will be on the Iona site in Horseshoe Bend road and we expect it to be ready for meetings in mid-February. I will provide more information on opportunities to meet with me for a virtual tour ahead of the office opening.

I have been encouraged by the large number of enquiries I have had from families eager to learn more about Iona. I have prepared some answers to the questions I have been receiving which you can see below. We will add these FAQs to our website and add to them as information for questions arise.

Of course, if you have any further questions the College can be contacted on (03) 5229 0004 or via email reception@iona.vic.edu.au

I would also appreciate your support in spreading the word about Iona. Please share our website (www.iona.vic.edu.au) with anyone you know who is considering secondary school options for their family and encourage them to sign up for new updates.

I look forward to providing you with further updates in coming weeks.

Yours sincerely

Damian McKew
Foundation Principal

Frequently Asked Question’s

Q- Has the fee structure been determined for 2020?

A- It is envisaged that fees charges will be finalized by the middle of February. There is a commitment to keep the fees in line with the other Geelong Catholic College’s and this is projected to be around $5500 in 2020.

Q- When do enrolments for 2020 open and close

A- Enrolments applications for Yr 7 (2020) are open now and close on 17 May. Enrolments for Year levels beyond 2020 will open in the January of the preceding year of entrance.

Q- Will my children be able to travel by bus to Iona College.

A- Yes. We are currently working with the Government contracted bus companies to ensure that students have access to Iona. Further details will be released concerning buses in due course.

Q- Do I have to be Catholic to attend Iona College?

A- Iona will be open to all families who respect and support the Catholic mission and traditions of the college, including non-Catholic families. Our enrolment criteria can be found on the College website and this determines the order of enrolment priority.

Q- How many students are being enrolled at the College in 2020?

A- The College is aiming to enrol approximately 130 students (five classes) in our first year. This may vary according to demand.

Q- Will my child have the opportunity to participate in sports, camps and excursions?

A- Absolutely! All of these experiences will a student a holistic education experience and as such Iona College is committed to facilitating these things.

Q- Will the AFL standard sports oval and associated facilities be available in 2020 for my child?

A- At the recent State election, the State Government committed $5 million dollars to this development. Plans are currently being worked on and this precinct will be established by the start of 2020.

Q- Will the College be holding an Open Day?

A- The College Principal will be developing a number of meeting and information sessions that are envisaged to start in mid-February. Please stay connected via the College web page and social media pages for further details as they develop regarding these sessions.