Macquarie Anglican Grammar School

It is with great joy that Macquarie Anglican Grammar School announces the purchase of our Boarding facility, Vista Lodge.

Boarding began at Macquarie as a five-year trial, and after an extremely successful period, the decision has been made to purchase the facility and make Boarding an ongoing part of our wonderful community.

“When I was appointed Headmaster of Macquarie Anglican Grammar School, nine years ago, many members of the Dubbo community spoke with me about the need for Boarding in Dubbo. We opened in 2019 and with the support of families throughout the Central West of NSW, we have grown from the original group of four through to 46 in 2023 with 56 students in 2024 and a waiting list for the outgoing years. I would like to thank all who have been part of this journey with us,” said Headmaster Mr Craig Mansour.

The mission as a school and for our Boarding program is to develop resilient young people who make a difference in the world within a high quality, affordable, Christ-centred education.

Macquarie Boarding is a home away from home for our students. Our smaller scale and family-focus allows for interaction and engagement across year groups, allowing the development of strong connections amongst peers and with Boarding and school staff. 

Our Boarding House is located a short drive from our main campus and the Dubbo CBD. The unique, bush setting boasts extensive grassed areas and recreational facilities including pool, basketball/tennis court, two cricket nets, barbecue area and an oval. Our facilities see two students per room with share house and common kitchen, bathrooms and recreational spaces. Students engage in weekend sport and attend local events.

“We are so proud of the Macquarie Boarding community – their hard work, commitment and support has led to this day. We are also very thankful to The Anglican Schools Corporation for their support in the planning, the development and now the purchasing of Vista Lodge,” said Mr Mansour.

In addition to the purchase of Vista Lodge, Macquarie is currently constructing a new classroom flexible learning building. This building will provide our community with more high-quality teaching and learning spaces.

In addition to the purchase of Vista Lodge, Macquarie is currently constructing a new classroom flexible learning building. This building will provide our community with more high-quality teaching and learning spaces.