What makes SCEGGS Darlinghurst unique?
We believe it’s the girls that make the uniform. Not the other way around.
ExploreWe rely on our girls to transform SCEGGS. In return they will forever be transformed.
Samantha Marshall
Champion Swimmer
Dr Phoebe Meagher
Taronga Zoo Research and Pathology Coordinator
SCEGGS girls following their dreams
Distinctive, accomplished, articulate, confident, compassionate, understanding, individuals and constantly evolving.
SCEGGS girls stand out!
SCEGGS girls following their dreams
Professor Elizabeth Elliott
Discipline of Paediatrics & Child Health
Dr Phoebe Meagher
Taronga Zoo Research and Pathology Coordinator
We congratulate Dr Phoebe Meagher, Taronga’s Research and Pathology Coordinator, for being recognised as a Superstar of STEM! Science and Technology Australia started Superstars of STEM to shine a light on Australian female scientists and technologists – role models for young women and girls – and to work towards equal representation in the media of women and men working in all fields in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).
Dr Phoebe Meagher
Taronga Zoo Research and Pathology Coordinator
Samantha Marshall
Champion Swimmer
Professor Elizabeth Elliott
Discipline of Paediatrics & Child Health
Elizabeth Elliott AM is Professor in Paediatrics and Child Health at the University of Sydney and Consultant Paediatrician at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead. Throughout her career she has been dedicated to improving health and quality of life for children in Australia and beyond, through education, research, clinical care and advocacy.
Professor Elizabeth Elliott
Discipline of Paediatrics & Child Health
SCEGGS girls following their dreams
Samantha Marshall
Champion Swimmer
Marshall has long been regarded as the girl most likely to succeed Leisel Jones, seven years her senior, as Australia's premier female breaststroker. At just 15, she finished fourth at the Beijing Olympic trials and she has been knocking on the door of the national team ever since.
SCEGGS Athletes Shine at NSW All Schools Athletics Championships
Eleven SCEGGS athletes from Years 7–12 enjoyed an outstanding start to the school holidays, competing against the state’s best at the NSW All Schools Athletics Championships. Our students demonstrated exceptional talent, determination, and sportswomanship across a range of track and field events, bringing home an impressive eight gold, two silver,
October 16, 2026
SCEGGS String Ensembles Strike Gold at Australian Festival
Congratulations to our talented Primary string musicians, who achieved outstanding results at the Australian School Band and Orchestra Festival (ASBOF) at the end of last term. The Primary String Orchestra was awarded Gold in the Brett Dean Premier Event for Primary School String Ensembles, recognising the students’ musical talent and
October 16, 2026
SCEGGS Chess team reaches IGSA Finals
The SCEGGS Chess team has achieved an outstanding result at the 2026 IGSA Chess Tournament, finishing second overall in the Finals held at Meriden School last week. This year’s tournament marked a significant milestone for SCEGGS, with the team progressing to the Finals for the first time. Only division winners
September 24, 2026
Tournament of Minds Showcases Creativity and Problem-solving
SCEGGS students from Years 5–12 have demonstrated impressive creativity, collaboration and problem-solving skills through this year’s Tournament of Minds (TOM) Regional Competition. Over six weeks, our students worked in teams to develop innovative solutions to challenging Long-Term Challenges before presenting their ideas at UNSW. Primary students tackled STEM and Language
September 18, 2026
Year 6 Mathematicians Rise to the Challenge
Nine Year 6 students recently put their mathematical thinking to the test at the Maths Cup, held at Amity College, competing alongside 102 teams from schools across the region. They embraced the opportunity to tackle unfamiliar and increasingly challenging problems, working collaboratively in teams of three. The competition included mathematical
September 18, 2026
SCEGGS singers take centre stage at the Sydney Opera House
Sixteen students from Years 7 and 10 recently enjoyed an extraordinary musical opportunity, performing across three sold-out concerts at the Sydney Opera House alongside the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and The Cat Empire. The concerts featured an exciting and diverse repertoire, from upbeat favourites such as Two Shoes to the more
September 14, 2026
Mondovision celebrates languages, music and culture
Mondovision returned in Week 6, with students from Years 7–11 taking to the stage for one of our favourite annual events. The international song contest celebrated the joy of languages through a vibrant showcase of musical talent, with performances in Chinese, French, Latin and Spanish. Students demonstrated not only their
September 14, 2026
The 2026 Fabulous Festival on Forbes
The Festival on Forbes was a wonderful celebration of our SCEGGS community, with the School transformed into a vibrant precinct for a memorable Sunday of fun. From the youngest members of our community to those who have been part of SCEGGS for many years, there were smiles all around as
September 4, 2026