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Graduation at Allegra School is always a deeply meaningful occasion. It is a time to pause, reflect, and celebrate the young people who have grown, persevered, and shaped our community in powerful ways. Among the many moments of pride during our graduation ceremony, the presentation of our major awards stands out as a celebration of…

As another meaningful year at Allegra draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the achievements, deepened connections and transformative learning experiences that have shaped our community in 2025. In a school where every learner is seen, heard and supported, growth goes far beyond reports – it is about confidence, resilience and…

This past November, Allegra School supported four staff members, Kellie, Sooz, Reggie and Aaron, to participate in an extraordinary professional learning experience through the GLOW opportunity, an Antarctic flight experience that brought one of the most remote places on Earth directly into our learning culture. The journey involved a 15 hour Qantas round trip flight…

A Night of Joy, Community, and Extraordinary Young People The 2025 Allegra School Graduation Dinner was a night filled with warmth, pride, and profound celebration as our community gathered at the beautiful Pacific Bay Resort to honour our Year 9 and 10 students. From the moment guests arrived, there was a sense of anticipation in…

The Illuminate Community Challenge has once again brought an extraordinary buzz of creativity, connection, and student-driven innovation to Allegra School. Over five dynamic days, our students immersed themselves in an entrepreneurial, design-thinking experience that asked them to imagine, develop, and pitch a wellbeing and engagement initiative for our school community. As always, the week highlighted…

As we reach the midpoint of the Illuminate Community Challenge, there’s a strong sense of excitement, collaboration, and creative energy flowing through Allegra School. This immersive, week-long program, delivered in partnership with Illuminate Education Australia, has given students the chance to step beyond their usual classroom routines and explore innovative, real-world problem-solving. Through a series…

The Importance of Continuity in Learning As the year draws to a close, it can be tempting to start winding down early. However, the final weeks of the school year are some of the most important for student growth and wellbeing. Regular attendance provides structure, connection, and stability are the cornerstones of positive mental health…

At Allegra School we believe that education is so much more than knowledge transfer; it is about connection, growth, empowerment and transformation. On World Teachers’ Day we pause to honour the outstanding educators who bring our vision to life every day. Why World Teachers’ Day matters Across Australia, World Teachers’ Day is a moment to…

This October, Allegra joined communities across Australia in recognising Mental Health Awareness Month, embracing the national theme championed by the Black Dog Institute: “Promoting Better Mental Health for All.” Across two weeks, the Allegra community came together to focus on wellbeing, connection, and mindfulness through a series of activities, workshops, and creative sessions led by…

The term “special assistance school” is gaining traction throughout Australia, but what does it actually mean? Across the nation, independent special assistance schools are reshaping education for students who don’t fit into the mainstream systems. These schools are not about lowering expectations and are definitely not a ‘last resort’. What they are about is removing…